2026 election

Colorado Republican candidate Victor Marx announced retired United States Marine Corps Colonel George Markert as his running mate for the 2026 gubernatorial election. Marx highlighted Markert's leadership experience and ability to execute ambitious goals, while Markert emphasized his commitment to serving Colorado families.

Bridge Michigan's Bridge Listens survey concluded, identifying top issues for Michigan's 2026 election based on reader input. The survey is described as unscientific.

The APC will inaugurate its campaign council for the 15 August 2026 Osun election on Tuesday, with Uzodimma, Akpabio, Abbas, and others leading the effort.

President Donald Trump endorsed Republican healthcare executive Rick Jackson in the Georgia governor race. Jackson will face former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms in the election. Trump previously supported Jackson's opponent, Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, in the GOP primary but now highlights Jackson's success.

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has secured pre-candidacy alliances in 25 states ahead of the 2026 election, establishing a commanding lead in regional political partnerships.

MDMK’s general body is set to decide on an alliance on Saturday. The party may ask its MLAs T.M. Rajendran and Senthil Selvan to resign from the Assembly due to their participation in the 2026 election under the DMK’s symbol.

Dr. Isatou Touray has announced her candidacy as an independent presidential candidate for the 2026 election in Gambia. She becomes the second female former vice president to join the race after Fatoumatta Jallow Tambajang.

A key Senate committee in Brazil approved a constitutional change granting the central bank control of its own budget, allowing it to fund itself from its revenues instead of the federal budget. The move aims to shield the institution as a heated 2026 election impacts markets, defying President Lula.

The 2026 Washington Supreme Court election has attracted 16 candidates, marking a significant increase in interest for usually low-profile races.

The article highlights that billionaires in the Bay Area have established PACs for the 2026 election, but these PACs do not disclose their actual funding sources, prompting a guessing game about their activities.

Voters in nine states will elect officials responsible for overseeing power bills. The 2026 election season highlights energy affordability as a key campaign issue. This analysis is provided by the Canary Media Weekly newsletter.

The article highlights that 80% of Americans support legal abortion, posing a challenge for Republican candidates in 2026 to address this issue or risk ignoring a key voter concern.

U.S. lawmakers and White House officials emphasized the need for clear crypto regulations, particularly the Clarity Act, to ensure U.S. leadership in financial innovation ahead of the 2026 election. Senator Cynthia Lummis and digital asset adviser Patrick Witt argued that predictable rules are critical for industry growth and national competitiveness, while warning against the risks of political shifts undermining progress.

Florida begins a special session to redraw congressional maps ahead of the 2026 election, following Virginia's similar move and amid pressure from Donald Trump for Republicans to secure a House majority. The session faces uncertainty with no proposed map preview and a challenging political climate for Republicans.

The article discusses the potential challenge for Republicans to retain control of the US Senate in 2026, despite having a favorable map, suggesting that current advantages may not guarantee success.

Former state Controller Betty Yee withdrew from the 2026 governor's race, citing insufficient financial resources and low voter recognition despite her experience in statewide office. Yee, who held the Controller position for two terms, faces challenges in gaining traction for her gubernatorial bid.

Péter Magyar, once a political outsider and admirer of Viktor Orbán, became Hungary’s new leader after defeating Orbán in the 2026 election. Magyar, a former Fidesz insider and lawyer, leveraged his insider knowledge and experience in EU affairs to end Orbán’s 16-year rule and position Hungary as a 'free, European, functioning, and humane' nation.