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The US national deficit has doubled over the past decade with spending growing under Trump and Biden, causing US gross national debt to top $40tn for the first time. Separately, Donald Trump announced plans to inflict an economic operation on Iran, calling it an unprecedented example of Economic Warfare.

A new poll from Emerson College and The Hill found that Republicans are trailing Democrats by about 8 points on a generic congressional ballot. In this survey, 50.7 percent of respondents stated they would back a Democrat if midterm elections were held that day, compared to 43 percent who said they would back a Republican.

Missouri was among the first states attempting to redraw its congressional maps as part of a national effort led by President Trump. This move aims to increase Republican chances regarding the U.S. House during the midterms, and a Missouri Judge noted these maps may be utilized at that time.

The New Jersey state Legislature, meeting at the state capitol in Trenton, resumed sessions after Labor Day. Discussions are centered on a scandal involving noncitizens being registered to vote, leading to questions about registration moratoriums and Voter ID requirements. Republicans are reportedly pushing for bold action following this event.

In Alaska, Dan Sullivan and Mary Peltola have advanced to November's general election. These two candidates are running for the US Senate.

Democrats and Republicans are reportedly backing rivals during Alaska’s Senate Primary. This activity involves ad spending, which constitutes a campaign tactic used by major parties to boost fringe hopefuls on the opposing side.

A new Elon University Poll suggests that North Carolina adults, including Republicans, Democrats, and independents, have more common ground than politics may suggest. The study was conducted as part of Elon's 2026 North Carolina Political Landscape Report, surveying 800 North Carolina adults.

Due to low approval ratings, Republicans may face an electoral beating in November and need a new strategy inspired by Obama’s successful 2012 campaign. One such model suggests that Republicans convince voters that current affordability issues are inherited from Democratic rule, potentially making the crisis worse if power returns to those architects. Another strategy involves addressing America's economic challenges.

Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz is running for reelection in a new Florida district. This change follows Republicans redrawing the congressional map. Her candidacy has sparked a debate regarding what representation means in diverse districts.

President Trump urged senators to vote on legislation aimed at making daylight saving time permanent. He stressed that the Senate must pass the NO MORE CHANGING THE CLOCKS ACT as soon as possible. This measure, which refers to the Sunshine Protection Act, is reportedly opposed by some Republicans in the upper chamber.

California Democrats sliced Rep. Kevin Kiley’s district, which a conservative resident stated made it impossible for her to vote for him; this was characterized as payback for Republican redistricting in Texas and elsewhere. The effort began with Republicans after a U.S. Supreme Court decision cleared the way for redrawing seats across the South. In retaliation, California Democrats successfully rewrote the state’s congressional map, forming new Democratic-leaning seats.

Republicans have won the redistricting competition. This national competition implies that California's conservative voters are encountering a situation similar to Democratic voters who live in Republican strongholds.

Democrats in California sliced Rep. Kevin Kiley's district into an overwhelmingly Democratic seat after Republicans were involved in redistricting efforts elsewhere. This action caused concern among conservative voters like Anne Smull and led the two-term congressman to leave the Republican Party and run as an independent. In response, Democrats have pledged to retaliate by splitting Republican-leaning districts in states including Maryland, New York, and Illinois.

California Democrats sliced Rep. Kevin Kiley's district as a form of retaliation for Republican redistricting efforts seen in Texas and elsewhere. This political competition was fueled by Republicans, who sought to increase winnable seats using a process aided by a U.S. Supreme Court decision that neutralized a key provision of the Voting Rights Act.

An FT poll reports that most US voters indicate they feel worse off under Trump. Separately, it notes that Democrats currently lead Republicans when discussing the economy just months before midterm elections.

Democrats and community leaders, including Greg Casar, are warning the public about an increase in ICE activity following recent enforcement actions in Austin. In contrast, Republicans are defending the federal immigration enforcement effort.

Donald Trump is slated to speak on crime and safety during a planned visit to New York. The article also reports that the President visited a police academy in Long Island while aiming to boost Republicans ahead of November midterms. Furthermore, it details how the President departed on a secret military flight from Turkey to Britain last month due to an Iranian assassination threat.

A Nevada judge dismissed criminal charges against six Republicans accused of falsely declaring President Trump the winner of the state’s 2020 presidential election. This ruling dealt a major blow to the state's efforts to prosecute “fake electors.”

The article warns that proposed socialist solutions, involving expanded government welfare and taxation, would further increase costs of living for American families. It argues that history demonstrates socialism's failures using examples like Venezuela, Cuba, and the Soviet Union, where centralized control led to chronic shortages, economic collapse, and hyperinflation.

With 85 days until the midterm elections, Democrats are aiming to achieve significant gains in the Senate. Although the Senate map still favors Republicans holding on to the chamber, several factors are challenging GOP-held seats. These challenges include President Trump’s sinking approval ratings, rising prices, and frustration concerning the war in Iran.

Democrats struggled with internal debates regarding age and ideology, while Republicans focused on testing the impact of President Donald Trump’s endorsement. These tensions unfolded during the primaries in South Carolina, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Connecticut.

The Trump administration has brought vaccine policy into the headlines just three months before the midterm elections, potentially complicating matters for Republicans hoping to control Congress. President Trump utilized an executive order in an attempt to overhaul the childhood vaccine schedule.

The Senate's upcoming five-week recess presents significant political challenges, necessitating a rush to advance Trump's agenda before Republicans potentially lose complete control of Congress. Consequently, Trump has increased pressure on Senate Majority Leader John Thune to move forward with key items.

North Carolina Republicans selected a replacement for Rep. Chuck Edwards. In November, State lawmaker Jennifer Balkcom is slated to face Jamie Ager.

South Carolina Republicans are casting ballots in a special primary to select a replacement following the sudden death of the president's close ally. This effort occurs just two months after nominating Lindsey Graham to return to the U.S. Senate.

South Carolina Republicans are casting ballots on Tuesday in a special primary to select a replacement for the U.S. Senate. This effort follows the sudden death of Lindsey Graham, who was described as the president's close ally.

Republicans are picking a nominee for Alabama's 2nd Congressional District, with the aim of flipping the district. This district was redrawn following a U.S. Supreme Court decision that weakened the Voting Rights Act.

South Carolina Republicans are holding a special primary election to select a replacement for the late Senator Lindsey Graham. This primary is taking place today.

Following a US House investigation into sexual harassment allegations, Chuck Edwards dropped his re-election bid for North Carolina’s 11th congressional district. Republicans chose Jennifer Balkcom to replace him, setting up a race against Democratic nominee Jamie Ager. Democrats are banking on low approval ratings and frustration regarding the recovery from Hurricane Helene.

Anthony Fauci served as the country’s top infectious-disease specialist during the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, providing influential guidance that admittedly included mistakes. The article notes that a significant amount about the deadly disease—including how it spread or where it came from—was unknown or being learned midstream during a crisis. It asserts that this difficulty does not justify the politicized response from Republicans.

The Senate advanced a solution to avert a government shutdown through a continuing resolution, requiring Democrats to relenter on key funding issues. While this averts an immediate crisis, negotiations over fully funding the government will continue in the House of Representatives. The process was marked by months of political uncertainty and strategic maneuvering.

Michigan Democrats and Republicans held dueling campaign kickoff rallies this week, emphasizing party unity and the state's potential influence on national politics. During these events, candidates made pointed statements; one Democrat took aim at a Republican candidate regarding his history of aligning with corporations or Donald Trump.

Justin Pearson and Brent Taylor won primaries for a key Tennessee House seat, where they will face off in November in the redistricted US House seat. This contest is central to Donald Trump’s plan to retain a slim Republican majority. Republicans chose Brent Taylor, while Democrats selected Justin Pearson.

New filings reveal massive spending ahead of Election Day in Tennessee, involving millions of dollars spent on television advertising and personal attacks. The funding surrounds the process where Tennessee Republicans will choose their nominee for governor on Thursday. This event has become described as the state’s most expensive primary race of the 2026 election cycle.

Five candidates, consisting of four Republicans and one Democrat, qualified to run for Louisiana's redrawn 5th Congressional District. Their qualification comes after the cancellation of previous U.S. House elections due to redistricting changes.

Max Miller missed the 4 pm deadline to withdraw from the Congressional race in Ohio's 7th Congressional District, preventing a replacement from being selected before the special election. Republicans are expected to easily replace him following his failure to meet the deadline.

Pete Hegseth's four-star Army selection faces challenges as Republicans show uncertainty. The article highlights turbulence in the nomination process and shifting Republican support.

Missouri voters rejected an attempt to eliminate the state’s income tax, with significant tax-related votes pending in Florida and California this fall. Republicans and Democrats are increasingly divided over tax policy, with no clear consensus on cuts or increases.

Congressional Republicans enacted the One Big Beautiful Bill Act in 2025, slashing healthcare funding for families in need by over $1 trillion through 2034. This led to soaring premiums, hospital closures like Select Specialty Hospital-Tucson East, and projected Medicaid coverage losses for 123,000 to 246,000 Arizonans by 2028.

Pastor Adam Hamilton won a Senate primary in Kansas, positioning him as an underdog against Roger Marshall. Democrats believe the state could become competitive if the November environment favors them.