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Daily MailSep 21, 2026Sig. 8NewsElections Foreign Conflict

Putin wins record number of seats in sham election after anti-war party was banned from taking part

United Russia won a record 355 of 450 Duma seats in a three-day election with no critical parties participating, after Russia's only liberal anti-war party Yabloko was banned. Western governments condemned the vote in occupied Ukrainian territories as a sham, while EU sanctions talks stalled over France's demand to remove an oligarch from the blacklist.

National ReviewSep 21, 2026Sig. 7OpinionElections Health Law

No on Virginia Amendment 1

The editorial urges Virginians to vote against Amendment 1, arguing it is a deceptive and extreme measure that would enshrine broad abortion and transgender rights, eliminate parental consent and legislative safeguards, and prevent future restrictions. It frames the amendment as a permanent power grab that forecloses democratic debate.

Right 5.6

Fox NewsSep 21, 2026Sig. 7NewsPolitics Elections Law

House GOP not done with ActBlue after bombshell internal memos raise foreign cash questions

House Republicans say their investigation into ActBlue is continuing after internal memos raised questions about foreign donations and whether the Democratic fundraising platform misled Congress. Oversight Chairman James Comer accused Democrats of being the 'party of fraud' and said more documents and testimony are expected.

Right 5.8

New York PostSep 21, 2026Sig. 6NewsPolitics Law Elections

NYC Dem bigwigs rake in $200K from judge candidates in move critics call a ‘shakedown’

The article reports that Brooklyn Democratic Party leaders and allies collected nearly $200,000 in donations from judges and judicial candidates since 2012, which critics call a pay-to-play 'shakedown.' It details alleged workarounds of judicial campaign finance rules and includes denials from the officials involved.

Right 4.6

New York PostSep 21, 2026Sig. 4OpinionElections Stocks Economy

Worried about the midterms? Here’s how smart investors play them every time

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.

Right 2.7

Fox NewsSep 21, 2026Sig. 6NewsElections Politics

Socialists are helping GOP campaigns heading into November

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.

Right 3.4

Fox NewsSep 21, 2026Sig. 6OpinionElections Politics

Midterm history massively favors Democrats. But they are making a big mistake

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.

Right 3.4

New York PostSep 21, 2026Sig. 3NewsPolitics Elections

Sen. John Kennedy raises eyebrows with bizarre praise of Nebraska: ‘Better than sex’

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.

Right 2.4

New York PostSep 21, 2026Sig. 7NewsElections Politics

Troy Jackson downplays ties to socialists after prior backing from Maine DSA and Hasan Piker

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.

Right 4.6

New York PostSep 21, 2026Sig. 6OpinionPolitics Law Elections

Miranda Devine: Dems bring Russiagate back from the dead to haunt the midterms and former Trump staffer Michael Caputo

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.

Right 6.4

New York PostSep 21, 2026Sig. 5OpinionPolitics Elections

DSA-backed Nithya Raman can’t elude the socialist lunacy

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.

Right 6.2

New York PostSep 21, 2026Sig. 5NewsPolitics Elections Crime

Cops fear secret Nithya Raman plot for Los Angeles after she becomes mayor: ‘Wolves masquerading as sheep’

The article reports that the LAPD union warns Nithya Raman has a hidden DSA-LA agenda in the Los Angeles mayoral race, citing her refusal to disavow socialist policy proposals and her past ties to the group. It amplifies critics' claims about defunding police, housing expropriation, and homeless encampment rules while largely omitting Raman's direct response.

Right 5.8