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Senate Republicans are confronting a widening midterm battleground as voter anger over gas and diesel prices and the Iran conflict puts more GOP seats in play, according to senators in both parties. Democrats are optimistic about expanding the map, while Republicans acknowledge a difficult environment in states like Kansas and Nebraska.
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An investment column argues that midterm elections typically produce divided government and legislative gridlock, which historically precedes strong stock market gains. It advises investors to ignore political rhetoric from both parties and treat the post-election period as a buying opportunity.
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A new national poll shows 55% of registered voters view the Democratic Socialists of America unfavorably, while only about three in ten view the group favorably. The article says the finding could bolster Republican midterm messaging as the GOP works to make the election a choice rather than a referendum on the party in power.
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This opinion piece argues that while midterm history favors Democrats, their focus on investigating Trump and his administration rather than addressing affordability could cost them in 2026. It outlines the historical advantages and narrow Republican majority but critiques Democrats' strategic priorities.
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A poll experiment finds that voters prioritize candidate ideology over race or gender, with small preferences for younger and Christian candidates and a measurable penalty for transgender candidates. It also suggests age concerns are bipartisan, while race and gender alone did not significantly affect support.
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The article reports that many Republican candidates continue to endorse Trump's false 2020 election claims, while some GOP voters and officials say they want to move on. It highlights Georgia Senate candidate Mike Collins's election denial and voter reactions, and notes that election integrity ranks low as a deciding issue.
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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz's CDU suffered heavy losses in two state elections, including falling below the threshold in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, while the far-right AfD and far-left Die Linke made gains. Merz rejected resignation calls and vowed to continue his tax and welfare reform agenda.
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Sen. John Kennedy spoke at a Nebraska GOP event for Sen. Pete Ricketts, joking that he loves Nebraska “better than sex” before warning about midterm stakes and criticizing Democrats. The article highlights his quips and partisan remarks from the rally.
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Maine Senate candidate Troy Jackson is distancing himself from prior backing by the Maine DSA and streamer Hasan Piker as he runs against Sen. Susan Collins. The article emphasizes his past DSA endorsement and Piker support, framing him as tied to the far left despite his denials. It also notes polling and Democratic fears about holding the Senate seat.
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Minnesota Republican Senate candidate Michele Tafoya criticized former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Minnesota state leadership over the ICE rollout in Minnesota, calling the operation poorly handled. The report adds context about federal agents killing two U.S. citizens in Minneapolis, the resulting backlash against the Trump administration, and polling that shows Democrats favored on immigration.
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Miranda Devine argues that a new private lawsuit against former Trump staffer Michael Caputo revives the Russiagate-era targeting of Trump associates, accusing a former DOJ lawyer of using smears and conflict-ridden material. She frames the case as part of broader Democratic and 'deep state' lawfare ahead of the midterms.
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This opinion piece attacks Los Angeles mayoral candidate Nithya Raman for refusing to answer questions about her alignment with DSA-LA's agenda, arguing her evasiveness shows contempt for voters. It details DSA-LA policies on housing, policing, and voting and faults Raman for accepting the group's endorsement without disavowing its platform.