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Mid term election 2026 in the US: When is the vote and what you need to know

US midterm elections 2026: The upcoming US midterm elections are scheduled for November 3, 2026, affecting various congressional and state seats. All 435 House of Representatives seats will be contested during this election cycle. Additionally, a third of the Senate seats will also be open for election.

The Economic Times · Sep 23

Trump is talking with Senate's Thune about bill to cut data-center electricity costs

Earlier this week, the Republican-majority House of Representatives voted 417 to 3 in favor of the Ratepayer Protection Act, which would require state utility regulators to consider whether large electricity users, including data centers, should bear the incremental costs of power infrastructure built to serve them.

The Economic Times · Sep 19

‘Unfriendly action’: Russia blasts US sanctions bill, warns of fallout for Ukraine war

The Kremlin on Thursday described the US House of Representatives’ passage of a sweeping Russia sanctions bill as an “unfriendly” action, warning that further US sanctions could complicate efforts to reach a peace deal in Ukraine.

The Times of India · Sep 17

Republicans reportedly fear datacenter backlash could cost them Ohio Senate seat – as it happened

Jon Husted campaign reportedly concerned that rival Sherrod Brown successfully channelling outrage over energy-guzzling facilities

The Guardian - US · Aug 19

DSA Makes It Official: Endorsed Candidates Must Back Abolishing the Senate, Presidency and Supreme Court

The Democratic Socialists of America propose abolishing the Senate and Electoral College, advocating for a parliamentary democracy and public ownership of industries, sparking debate among progressive candidates.

International Business Times UK · Aug 5

Indian-American Congressman Shri Thanedar loses Democratic primary in Michigan

Shri Thanedar lost the Michigan Democratic primary to Donavan McKinney. McKinney secured victory with support from the party's progressive wing. Thanedar acknowledged the socialist movement's influence on the election outcome. His defeat may reduce Indian-American representation in the House. Thanedar expressed gratitude for his service and plans to remain active.

The Times of India · Aug 5

View from The Hill: Hanson announces One Nation Victorian leader, bans major media outlets

Pauline Hanson has begun One Nation’s push for the Victorian election in earnest by announcing the party’s state leader at a news conference from which she banned the ABC, The Guardian and The Age.

The Conversation · Aug 3

Special DemosAU poll has Labor well short of a parliamentary majority

A special DemosAU poll has Labor winning 68 of the 150 House of Representatives seats, well short of the 76 needed for a majority. One Nation is on 60 seats, the Coalition 13, the Greens three and Others six.

The Conversation · Jul 27

Lost Money to a Scam? You Could Still Owe the IRS: Congress Aims to Fix That

The Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act offers crucial tax deductions and removes IRS penalties for scam victims, alleviating unfair financial burdens. Learn more about this vital legislation today.

International Business Times UK · Jul 20

What Is the Sunshine Protection Act and Will the Senate Pass Year-Round Daylight Saving?

The US House has voted overwhelmingly for the Sunshine Protection Act, a bill to make daylight saving time permanent nationwide, but the proposal now faces scepticism from sleep experts and an uncertain future in the Senate.

International Business Times UK · Jul 15