Oct 09 WATCH: Graham and Andrews clash in South Carolina Senate race debate By Meg Kinnard, Associated Press The issues bounced from Iran to the economy and artificial intelligence, but all seemed to boil down to Republican Sen. Darline Graham and Democratic nominee Annie Andrews arguing over who was less qualified for the South Carolina Senate seat as… Continue reading
Oct 09 Time for term limits? Dems in majority could have familiar faces in key roles By Kevin Freking, Associated Press Democrats hope to bring a new agenda to the House next year if they take the majority, but they will most likely do so with many of the same faces that have steered their party's legislative work for a decade… Continue reading
Oct 09 Trump wants Talarico and Paxton to debate. Talarico couldn't be happier By Thomas Beaumont, Associated Press When Democratic nominee James Talarico stopped holding campaign events in the Texas Senate race, his Republican opponent Ken Paxton saw an opening to pounce. Continue reading
Oct 09 The midterms stakes are high for these 2028 presidential prospects By Steve Peoples, Jill Colvin, Joey Cappelletti, Associated Press As most of the political world focuses on next month's midterm elections, the shadow primary for the 2028 presidential contest is quietly playing out in public view. Continue reading
Oct 09 WATCH: Trump rallies with New York's GOP gubernatorial candidate Bruce Blakeman By Anthony Izaguirre, Associated Press At a political moment where Republicans are hoping to capture centrists wary of an ascendent progressive left, Blakeman has instead embraced the president and his aggressive conservative tactics. Continue reading
Oct 09 In combative first Michigan Senate debate, Rogers and El-Sayed trade attacks By Joey Cappelletti, Associated Press The first debate in Michigan’s closely watched U.S. Senate race turned combative Thursday as Republican Mike Rogers and Democrat Abdul El-Sayed repeatedly traded personal attacks, talked over each other and even continued arguing during a commercial break. Continue reading
Oct 08 Can $1 billion power the GOP to victory in the midterms? Some campaigns fear it's too late By Steven Sloan, Thomas Beaumont, Associated Press Republicans are entering the final month of the midterm campaign increasingly anxious that the $1 billion at their disposal may not be enough to fend off sweeping losses as the party reckons with President Donald Trump's unpopularity, persistent cost concerns… Continue reading
Oct 08 Watch 5:24 Democrats are betting on pastors and ministers in the midterms By Lisa Desjardins Fusing faith and politics is almost a no-brainer for many Republicans hoping to hold public office. But this election cycle, 12 pastors, seminarians and former clergy ran as Democrats, with about half securing nominations. Lisa Desjardins discussed more with NPR… Continue watching
Oct 08 WATCH: U.S. House candidates James, Mitchell debate in Iowa in race to replace Hinson By Dan Cooney Democratic state Rep. Lindsay James and former state Rep. Joe Mitchell, the Republican candidate, are facing off in a contest to represent Iowa’s 2nd Congressional District. Continue reading
Oct 08 WATCH: U.S. House candidates set to debate in North Dakota, without incumbent Fedorchak By Dan Cooney Even though she’s running for reelection, North Dakota incumbent Rep. Julie Fedorchak is not expected to appear for a debate Thursday between candidates vying for the state’s sole U.S. House seat. Continue reading