Bill Maher predicts GOP will get a ‘historical a** whooping’ in November – all thanks to Trump ‘Trump screwed the pooch, that’s what happened,’ comedian said. ‘He got drunk with power’ The Independent UK · Oct 6
North Carolina is one of the midterm states to watch in 2026, with an open Senate seat that could help decide who controls the chamber North Carolina's upcoming Senate election features Democrat Roy Cooper against Republican Michael Whatley in a highly competitive environment. The election is significant as it could influence party control in the Senate, where Democrats need to gain seats. Hurricane recovery from Hurricane Helene also plays a crucial role in shaping the… The Economic Times · Oct 6
Greg Abbott outraised Gina Hinojosa but burned through much of his campaign cash in Texas governor’s race Abbott outspent Hinojosa 6-to-1 from July to late September, but the governor’s narrow polling lead was largely unchanged as he tapped a war chest that once topped $100 million. The Texas Tribune · Oct 6
JD Vance and Ted Cruz are fighting for control of the GOP. The problem? Neither is called Trump Having seemingly written off the midterms, the Republican bigwigs are making their pitches for 2028. But the current commander-in-chief could be looking closer to home, writes Arwa Mahdawi The Guardian - UK · Oct 6
South Texas Is Moving On from Trump The region looks poised to return to its centrist-Democrat roots, as the president fails to bring down costs and the reality of mass deportations takes hold. But 2028 could be another test. Texas Observer · Oct 6
Trump defers diesel tax for truckers as fuel costs bite weeks before US midterms US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order deferring tax payments on red-dyed diesel used on public roads, as near-record fuel prices linked to the Iran war weigh on the Republican Party weeks before the midterm elections. Euronews · Oct 6
Democrats upbeat as unpopular Trump imperils Republican midterm hopes Polls show GOP candidates trailing Democrats in Senate races, and Republicans also struggling in House contests The Guardian - US · Oct 6
Trump Is Losing Ground With Latino Voters: Economy and Deportations Fuel The Midterm Shift. Nearly one in five Latinos who voted for Trump in 2024 are also no longer supporting a Republican control of Congress. International Business Times · Oct 6
These are the most competitive November races up and down Texas’ midterm ballot Texas has an unusually large slate of competitive races for the state Legislature and U.S. House this year. Here’s our list of contests to watch. The Texas Tribune · Oct 6
Law enforcement Democrat, GOP Air Force vet upend partisan script in race for new San Antonio U.S. House district The 35th Congressional District was redrawn to elect a Republican, but Latino voters’ brewing leftward shift has put the seat in play for Democrat Johnny Garcia, who faces Trump-backed Carlos De La Cruz. The Texas Tribune · Oct 6
Trump targets tax-free diesel as Republicans approach midterms President Donald Trump on Monday signed an executive order to ease limits on tax-free red-dyed diesel as fuel prices put pressure on Republican candidates. Trump said the move would save farmers millions of dollars and lower the cost of goods, though analysts said the change would not benefit farmers already… France 24 · Oct 6
Trump approval stays at record-low 32% as Hispanic voters desert Republicans, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds US President Trump's approval rating is stuck at a record low of 32% according to a recent poll. A significant decline in support from Hispanic voters has been noted, with only 24% approving of his performance. Additionally, independent voters show a preference for Democrats over Republicans by 44% to 37%… The Economic Times · Oct 6
Trump opens tax-free use of 'red' diesel to all as Republicans face midterm heat US President Donald Trump signed an executive order in Nebraska that aims to ease tax limits on diesel fuel. This decision is intended to save farmers millions of dollars and reduce the cost of goods. Trump emphasized that the move would benefit many, including truckers who would save over $100… The Economic Times · Oct 6
Donald Trump approval rating crashes to new low even as President is holding 32-day blitz of rallies ahead of USA midterm elections 2026. What is going wrong for Republican Party? Donald Trump approval rating poll gave numerous signs that Trump's low popularity was weighing heavily on his Republican Party, with registered voters preferring Democrats over Republicans by 44 per cent to 37 per cent less than a month before the November 3 election. The Economic Times · Oct 6
The Independent UK · Oct 5 Trump foe threatens to reveal president’s phone number if doxxed Tillis took a swipe at Trump after he posted the cell phone number of Arkansas Sen. Tom Cotton on Truth Social
The Independent UK · Oct 5 Trump’s increasingly alarming behavior will prove ‘fake’ polls are on the money ANALYSIS: Donald Trump is trying to maintain his approval bubble with right-leaning polling shops. His Republican allies aren’t playing ball, writes John Bowden
The Texas Tribune · Oct 5 Ken Paxton raises personal-best $18 million in third quarter for Texas’ U.S. Senate race The attorney general more than doubled his second-quarter haul, but still is well short of past totals posted by Democrat James Talarico, who has yet to announce his July-to-September fundraising.
The Economic Times · Oct 5 Karoline Leavitt just landed her next big role after leaving Trump’s Administration- here's what the ex White House press secretary's next move Karoline Leavitt is set to join Fox News as an on-air contributor starting Nov. 1. She left her role in the Trump administration to spend more time with her family after welcoming her second child. Leavitt will provide political commentary, drawing from her experience in the White House and campaign.…
The Independent UK · Oct 5 GOP senator considering 2028 presidential race if ‘goobers’ decide to run IN FULL
Roll Call · Oct 5 Crypto industry PAC gives to 32 House incumbents, on both sides A major crypto industry PAC announced Monday it would donate $1 million each to six House candidates — three Republicans and three Democrats — as part of a spending effort that encompasses 32 campaigns. Fairshake PAC said it is giving $1 million each to three top House Financial Services panel Republicans —…
Roll Call · Oct 5 Obama will campaign with Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan Former President Barack Obama will headline a campaign rally in Detroit later this month, bringing some Democratic star power to a key battleground. Michigan is playing host to an open Senate race seen as pivotal to Democratic hopes of flipping the Senate. Polls show Democrat Abdul El-Sayed in a tight contest…
The Independent UK · Oct 5 Republican senator John Kennedy is thinking about running for president: ‘Why not me on a rainy day?’ The Louisiana Republican says he’ll enter the race ‘if a bunch of goobers’ seek the GOP nomination
Roll Call · Oct 5 Trump expressing concern about GOP midterm chances President Donald Trump, in a shift, has begun voicing some doubts about Republicans’ chances in the midterm elections as he heads to Nebraska Monday to rally for Sen. Pete Ricketts in yet another red state stop. Confidence is a hallmark of the 80-year-old chief executive’s presidential persona, so his willingness…
Roll Call · Oct 5 Disgraced former Speaker Hastert dies J. Dennis Hastert has died at the age of 84, his legacy as the longest-serving House Republican speaker eclipsed by later revelations that he had abused underage boys as a high school teacher and wrestling coach. Kendall County, Ill., Coroner Jacquie Purcell issued a statement Monday confirming that Hastert died…