US midterm elections
Coverage of US midterm elections in the Nexus archive.
- Democratic Socialist wins Colorado primary
Melat Kiros, a Democratic Socialist, won the Colorado primary, marking a challenge to Democratic Party leaders ahead of the US midterm elections.
- ‘A rally like none other’: Trump unveils 2026 Republican midterm convention
Trump has announced a 2026 Republican midterm convention, described as 'a rally like none other.' The Republican Party aims to maintain control of both chambers of Congress in the upcoming US midterm elections.
- Tariff deal with Trump unlikely before U.S. midterms, says Canada's former trade chief
Canada's former trade chief says a tariff deal with the U.S. is unlikely before the U.S. midterm elections. The statement highlights ongoing trade tensions between Canada and the U.S.
- Trump news at a glance: president lobs accusation at Iran and threat at Oman with peace talks in limbo
Trump accuses Iran of delaying peace talks until the US midterm elections to gain better terms, threatening Oman in the process. The president made these claims during a White House cabinet meeting on May 27.
- Trump suggests he can 'outwait' Iran in negotiations
US President Donald Trump stated he is 'not satisfied' with the current terms of negotiations with Iran and suggested he can 'outwait' the country. The White House dismissed a draft memorandum of understanding published by Iranian media as a 'complete fabrication,' while markets reacted positively with falling oil prices after the US Secretary of State expressed support for the talks.
- South Carolina Republicans defy Trump again to reject rapid redistricting drive
South Carolina Republicans rejected a rapid redistricting effort in a 26-18 state senate vote, defying Donald Trump's push to redraw congressional maps ahead of the 2022 midterms. The bid aimed to split Democratic Rep. Jim Clyburn's district, a move intended to boost GOP gerrymandering advantages.
- South Carolina Republicans defy Trump again to reject rapid redistricting drive
South Carolina Republican lawmakers rejected a rapid redistricting effort aimed at reducing Democratic influence in Jim Clyburn’s congressional district ahead of the 2022 midterms. The state senate voted 26-18 against mid-decade redistricting in a special session, defying pressure from Donald Trump and halting plans to gerrymander Republican gains.
- US voters support HIV/Aids relief – will Trump’s cuts backfire in the midterms?
US midterm voters strongly support the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR), with 74% backing funding and 80% citing a moral obligation to support HIV/AIDS treatment. The Trump administration's cuts to the program, which has bipartisan history, may face political backlash ahead of the midterms.
- US voters support HIV/Aids relief – will Trump’s cuts backfire in the midterms?
US midterm voters strongly support the President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (Pepfar), with 74% backing its funding and 80% citing a moral obligation to support HIV/Aids treatment. The Trump administration’s cuts to Pepfar face potential backlash as voters increasingly favor candidates who endorse the program.
- AI assumes larger role in US elections
AI is becoming a major factor in US elections, with venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz emerging as the largest midterm donor to support pro-AI candidates. Meanwhile, 70% of Americans oppose data centers in their areas, and a New York City Democratic primary has become a battleground over AI regulation policy.
- Florida’s Republican governor signs state’s new congressional map into law
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a new congressional district map into law, giving Republicans an advantage in four additional races in November's midterm elections. The map was approved by DeSantis on Monday. This move is expected to impact the US midterms.