Aug 01 Democrats see a chance to flip a seat as focus on abuse claims mounts against Ohio Rep. Max Miller By Julie Carr Smyth, Mike Catalini, Associated Press Allegations against Rep. Max Miller have been public for years but have recently drawn increased media scrutiny amid an escalating legal back-and-forth with his former spouse, who is the daughter of Sen. Bernie Moreno. Continue reading
Jul 30 In Missouri, Cori Bush and Wesley Bell's primary rematch sets up key test for Democrats By Matt Brown, Associated Press A progressive firebrand who started her political career as a Black Lives Matter organizer in Ferguson, Bush served two terms before losing a primary challenge to Wesley Bell, a moderate local prosecutor. Continue reading
Jul 30 Trump's attacks on mail balloting and concerns over delays turn midterms spotlight on Postal Service By John Hanna, Associated Press Roughly six weeks before the first midterm ballots are mailed out, the U.S. Postal Service is emerging as a pivotal player in an election season that will determine control of Congress. Continue reading
Jul 30 Mandela Barnes drops out of Democratic primary race for Wisconsin governor By Scott Bauer, Associated Press The former lieutenant governor made the announcement in a video posted on his Facebook page as democratic socialist Francesca Hong has garnered strong support from the liberal wing of the party. Continue reading
Jul 30 Trump touted his tariffs in Michigan despite rising costs. Even some of his supporters are worried By Jacqueline Ganun, Will Weissert, Associated Press During President Donald Trump's rally in Milford, the crowd was adoring. But even some of his ardent supporters said prices are too high and tariffs had caused short-term economic pain. Continue reading
Jul 29 Wisconsin judge says voters who have returned absentee ballot for state primary cannot get a new one By Scott Bauer, Associated Press Wisconsin voters who have already returned their absentee ballots for the state's primary are not allowed to void those and request a new one, a judge ruled Wednesday. Continue reading
Jul 28 What to know about South Dakota's midterm primary runoff By Robert Yoon, Associated Press South Dakota Republicans will decide in a primary runoff Tuesday whether to nominate Gov. Larry Rhoden for a full term or to instead tap businessman Toby Doeden to represent the party on the ballot in November. Continue reading
Jul 28 Pennsylvania Democrat targets data centers in drive to oust Republican from House seat By Marc Levy, Associated Press Democrat Paige Cognetti is taking a shot at data centers in her challenge to freshman Republican Rep. Rob Bresnahan, saying “we’re not for sale” in a new TV ad. Continue reading
Jul 28 South Carolina Republicans line up to run in special primary to replace late Sen. Lindsey Graham By Meg Kinnard, Associated Press The field of Republican candidates vying to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham on November ballots is nearly set, with at least 10 hopefuls filing their paperwork and launching into a two-week sprint toward the Aug. 11 special GOP primary. Continue reading
Jul 27 WATCH: Trump defends his economic policies and tariffs during Michigan visit to General Motors By Will Weissert, Darlene Superville, Associated Press Trump argued that his economic policies have revived the auto industry and American manufacturing even as many businesses contend that the sweeping tariffs he’s imposed against Canada and the rest of the world have hurt the state. Continue reading