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Elon Musk Leads Individual Billionaire Donors as $1.3B Poured Into 2026 US Midterm Elections Cycle

Billionaire donations like Elon Musk's for the 2026 midterms raise concerns over influence, as Bernie Sanders calls for banning super PACs to protect democracy.

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Federal judge halts Trump's election executive order seeking to create a federal voter list

US District Court Judge Indira Talwani, who was nominated by Democratic President Barack Obama, sided with a coalition of nearly two dozen states that challenged the Republican president's order in granting a summary judgment. Her ruling applies to this year's midterm election cycle.

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Donald Trump cancels housing bill signing to pressure Republicans on voting bill

President Trump has postponed a housing bill signing to push Republican senators for passage of his voting restrictions, the SAVE America Act. Despite his efforts, the bill faces significant hurdles in the Senate due to the filibuster rule, with many Republicans acknowledging the difficulty in securing enough votes. This move…

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Judge Blocks Trump's 'Haphazard' Citizenship Verification Program Ahead of Midterm Elections

U.S. District Judge Sparkle Sooknanan ruled that recent changes made to the Department of Homeland Security's SAVE database created serious risks of inaccurate voter screenings.

International Business Times

Rating changes: 11 House races move toward Democrats

ANALYSIS — Another month, and another batch of rating changes that benefit Democrats. But the House Republican majority is not lost yet, according to a district-by-district analysis of the House battleground. With less than five months to go, the fundamentals of midterm elections continue to favor Democrats. President Donald Trump’s…

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Who shows up to the midterms?

Voter turnout in the last two midterm elections has been higher compared to midterms in the past four decades.

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'I Love the Inflation': Trump Defies Economic Experts as US Consumer Prices Record Dramatic Spike

President Trump expressed enthusiasm for high inflation, linking it to covert oil seizures. His remarks have intensified political tensions and economic concerns during a challenging midterm election year.

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At the Races: Going for the Golden State

Welcome to a special edition of At the Races! Throughout the 2026 primary season, watch for these updates from the CQ Roll Call campaign team on what you need to know for Election Day. Know someone who’d like to get this newsletter? They can subscribe here. Tuesday brings the busiest primary…

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The total number of New Mexico state representatives in contested primaries has increased for the fifth year in a row

New Mexico is holding elections for all 70 seats in its state House this year. New Mexico doesn’t hold state Senate elections during midterm election years.

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The Midterms Offer a Unique Tax Planning Opportunity, But Most Retirees Miss It

Markets tend to experience uncertainty leading up to midterm elections, followed by recovery. Canny investors recognize that dip as a tax planning opportunity.

Kiplinger

These Stocks Could Be the Biggest Winners of the 2026 Midterms

Defense, healthcare, and financial stocks may outperform ahead of midterm elections as investors position for policy shifts

MarketBeat

Trump news at a glance: president says not letting Iran have nuclear weapon ‘only thing that matters’

President’s remarks come as midterm elections looks to be defined by economic concerns sparked by the conflict. Key US politics stories from Wednesday 13 May at a glance

The Guardian - US

What can we learn from House Republican polling?

ANALYSIS — Republicans are riding high after a series of redistricting victories that could help the GOP become the first party since 1978 to retain control of both chambers of Congress in a midterm election while holding the White House. But two batches of Republican surveys show how such an…

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Fervent and fake: High-glam AI avatars boost Trump ahead of midterms

Clad in swimsuits or military fatigues, the blonde women lavish praise on President Donald Trump and tear into his rivals -- but these influencers are AI-generated, flooding tech platforms with fervent political messaging ahead of the US midterm election.

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Midterm Election Years Can Shake Your Savings: What Retirees Must Do Now To Protect Their Money

Here's what retirees should do now to protect their money during midterm election years.

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Trump hits cultural issues in midterms pep talk to Turning Point crowd

President Donald Trump used several hot-button cultural issues to make a midterm election pitch to a key conservative group in Phoenix on Friday, a day he spent portraying as a possible turning point in the U.S. war with Iran. Trump had used a series of morning social media posts to…

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Democratic candidates start 2026 with a fundraising bang

Money continued to flow as the midterm election year kicked off. Fundraising reports covering the first three months of the year show that it was a fruitful first quarter for many congressional candidates, with a handful of Senate hopefuls reporting eight-figure hauls and some House candidates surpassing the $2 million…

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Trump to address Turning Point crowd as GOP hopefuls battle in Arizona

President Donald Trump is slated to headline a Turning Point USA event Friday in Phoenix as several Arizona Republicans seek the state’s governorship and two competitive House seats in the upcoming midterm election. Trump’s remarks to a “Build the Red Wall” event at Dream City Church will connect him with…

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At the Races: Belaboring the point

Welcome to At the Races! Each week we bring you news and analysis from the CQ Roll Call campaign team. Know someone who’d like to get this newsletter? They can subscribe here. Affordability has become a top buzzword for Democrats this midterm election cycle, a shorthanded way to signify voters’ rising discontent…

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The Midterm Election Pattern Returns: Are History and the Strait of Hormuz Signaling an 18% Drawdown?

Markets are starting to feel the pressure of higher prices, the private credit crunch, and more. But is it just history repeating itself?

The Guardian - US

Markwayne Mullin sworn in as homeland security secretary; Trump suggests he won’t be happy with any DHS funding deal – as it happened

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Voters 'Fed Up With Those in Power,' Pollster Says as Trump Faces Broad Disapproval

A majority of registered voters disapprove of President Donald Trump's handling of several major issues at the start of the midterm election year, while Democrats hold a modest advantage in the fight for control of Congress, according to a new survey.

The Times of India

'GOP must be purged and burned to ground': Former Trump supporter Nick Fuentes vows to vote Democrat, slams Republican promises

Far-right podcaster Nick Fuentes announced he will vote for Democrats in the 2026 midterm elections, citing the Republican Party's failure to fulfill promises like mass deportations and alleging involvement in an Iran war. Fuentes also expressed antisemitic views, claiming "organized Jewry" controls America and influences decisions regarding military action.

The Mary Sue

‘Who told you that?’: Donald Trump Dubiously Responds to a Question About the Midterm Elections

President Donald Trump’s response to a reporter regarding the midterm election stoked fear in social media users. The president appeared to hesitate before responding to an unsettling inquiry.

The Independent UK

JD Vance claims ‘Fox News has the worst polling’ over forecast showing grim GOP midterm election results

Polls are consistently showing Democrats in favorable position ahead of the 2026 midterms

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