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The midterms are getting close. Why is Trump in Upstate New York?
Trump is betting that his presence can turn out conservative Republicans in the gubernatorial race. But even some in the MAGA base aren't confident about his o…
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Trump taps Russia to boost global diesel supplies ahead of midterms. It may be 'too little, too late,' says strategist.
The Trump administration has enlisted Russia to help boost U.S. and global diesel supplies in an effort to lower prices for the fuel ahead of the U.S. midterm…
Geopolitics
H.R. McMaster on Trump's Iran war ahead of the midterms, Murphy's claims about U.S. base access
Retired Lt. Gen. H.R. McMaster joined CBS News with his take on the state of the Iran war ahead of the midterms. This comes after Sen. Chris Murphy slammed the…
Geopolitics
The Affordability Test: Top Concerns Approaching Midterm Election
As the 2026 midterms approach, voters' concerns about costs are reshaping congressional races and putting tax and data center policy in the spotlight. The post…
Markets
Stocks rise as tech shares rebound on SpaceX deal, oil prices slip after Trump vows not to strike Iran before midterms
The Nasdaq jumped 0.3% by approximately 10:00 a.m. ET - rebounding from a losing session on Thursday following reports that OpenAI had recorded $50 billion in…
Energy
Trump wants to reduce the cost of fuel as the midterms loom - will it work?
The price of fuel has soared as the cost of living emerges as a key issue for millions of Americans.
Geopolitics
Inside Elon Musk's Midterm Spending Spree
This week on "Uncanny Valley," we discuss where Elon Musk's PAC is spending millions, the latest ideology Trump claims is dangerous, and the backlash against t…
Macro
Layoffs at 'extremely low levels' despite Americans' gloom about the economy
The data presents a disconnect with how many Americans are feeling about the economy less than a month from the midterms.
Geopolitics
GOP hope, Democratic worry: Are midterm polls underestimating Republicans?
Are Democrats overconfident? Republicans too anxious? The Post's pollster answers questions about polling bias and how to read the midterm surveys.
Geopolitics
Mike Johnson Hits Record $156 Million To Take On Brutal Midterm Curse
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) is amassing a huge amount of money for the midterms. Johnson pulled in a whopping $30 million in the third quarter, pushing h…
We reviewed $1.6 billion of campaign ads. Here are the takeaways.
Everyone's talking about the economy, but Republicans and Democrats can't agree on what other issues will mobilize midterm voters.
Macro
What Six Years of Inflation Mean for the Midterms
Inflation is cooler than it was four years ago, but voters are still paying much higher prices.
Geopolitics
Why Trump is worried about Texas as he makes third trip to state before midterms
President Trump made a third trip to Texas to campaign for Republican Ken Paxton, who is facing a tight race for Senate with midterms 27 days away. CBS News' C…
Geopolitics
Trump says he thinks he's "helping the Republican Party with the rallies" ahead of midterms
President Trump spoke with reporters outside the White House on Wednesday before leaving for an event in San Antonio, Texas. Mr. Trump discussed the Iran war,…
Geopolitics
'It's Pink': Inside The GOP's Fight To Hold Trump Country In The Midterms
'It's Pink': Inside The GOP's Fight To Hold Trump Country In The Midterms
Geopolitics
Trump rebukes political advisers for taking other work during midterms
The president, who generally resists admitting fault, has recently made several reversals responding to ethical concerns.
Geopolitics
Elon Musk's America PAC Is Spending Big on the Midterms. We're Tracking It Daily
To follow Elon Musk's America PAC money, WIRED created a live-updating tracker that highlights the trillionaire's overall influence on November's elections.
Macro
Half a billion dollars in GOP spending does little to move polls
Republicans' massive money advantage has yet to reshape the midterm map, as Democrats keep expanding their ambitions.
Geopolitics
Bill aims at stopping US lawmaker bets on their own elections ahead of midterms
The No Betting on Your Own Race Act will not be addressed before the 2026 US midterms as Congress is on recess until after the election.
Geopolitics
NAACP launches voter protection hub for midterm elections
The civil rights organization is stepping up efforts in response to President Donald Trump's push to change voting rules.
Geopolitics
What voters in 6 key states could tell us about the 2026 midterms
Morning Edition is heading to Maine, Texas, North Carolina, Georgia, Ohio and Michigan to hear what voters say is shaping their choices ahead of the midterm el…
Crypto
Crypto PAC announces support for 32 House candidates in US midterms
Fairshake said it would financially back 32 House candidates who all voted in favor of the CLARITY market structure bill in 2025, as the legislation remains in…
Geopolitics
Trump changes tune on mail-in voting, urges supporters to vote by mail as midterms near
President Trump is now urging his supporters to vote by mail if they can despite his previous claims about mail-in voting fraud. CBS News' Major Garrett, Ed O'…
Healthcare
Trump is promising $90 Medicare rebate checks ahead of the midterms. Here's the hidden cost.
The president is betting that he can make seniors forget rising healthcare costs
Geopolitics
The Midterm Sprint Gets The Full Kamala Treatment With A 'Powerful' Pep Talk
Former Vice President Kamala Harris kicked off a Democratic get-out-the-vote push ahead of the midterms with one of her favorite pieces of political wisdom: If…
Geopolitics
Some of the most interesting candidates of the midterms
From Iowa to Minnesota, these candidates might deliver some surprises in November.
Obama to campaign with El-Sayed and Benson in Michigan
The Detroit stop adds to the former president's campaign push for Democrats ahead of the midterms.
Macro
Democrats, Republicans weighing Trump's economy ahead of midterms, new poll shows
Democrats and Republicans are weighing the state of the economy under President Trump, especially rising prices, as they prepare to vote in the midterms. CBS N…
Geopolitics
Four ways the midterm elections could go, one month away
Democrats have polls and history on their side. Republicans have money.