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Don't Let the Uber Rich Like Elon Musk Buy Our Elections

On a recent episode of the Bulwark podcast, journalist Ron Brownstein described the election as a contest between “the wave versus the wall.” The wave being voter anger and President Donald Trump’s plummeting popularity. The wall being structural …

What the GOP's money moves suggest about the party's midterm outlook

NPR's Michel Martin speaks with political analyst Ron Brownstein about recent shifts in GOP spending and messaging, and what they suggest about how the party views its chances in the midterms. Copyright 2026 NPR

CNN's Ron Brownstein On Trump's Remarks About Los Angeles & San Diego: The White House Explanation Of What He Really ...

Can Alito and Thomas really hold on for six more years?

Veteran journalist Ron Brownstein sat down with ex-Republican Bill Kristol of The Bulwark, where they discussed the practicality of Justices Samuel Alito and Clarence Thomas desperately trying to hold onto power for the next six years. As the election …

Trump's 'fundamental' flaw is breaking the GOP's midterm wall: 'Can't fully contain it'

The GOP had what appeared to be a sizable wall built up to blunt any gains made by the Democrats in the upcoming midterm election, but President Donald Trump's astonishing decline has thrown all of that work into jeopardy, according to one political …

CNN's Navarro Rips Trump, Says Anyone Else, Family Would Have Them Committed

On Monday, during a campaign stop in Nebraska, President Trump made remarks about the war in Iran, which, according to the White House, has led to a “media freakout", which, "is not rooted in reality.” On CNN's The Arena on Tuesday, host …

Barack Obama's Campaigning With El-Sayed Just Turned Very Awkward

There’s still time to cancel, Mr. President. Barack Obama is slated to travel to Michigan to help Abdul El-Sayed make his final case to voters as we close out the 2026 midterms. As we’ve noted, it’s déjà vu: every time this man has to go to a reliably blue …

CNN smacks Susan Collins with brutal flashback ahead of debate: 'Life comes at you fast'

CNN hit Sen. Susan Collins (R-ME) with a brutal reminder of her past vote for Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh just hours before she was set to face her Democratic opponent in their first debate. “Life comes at you fast,” CNN’s Kasie Hunt said Tuesday …

Where Republicans Are Playing Offense

Ron Brownstein: “The outcome of the 2026 election will be determined primarily by how well Republicans play defense across the growing list of GOP-held House and Senate seats Democrats are targeting. But the GOP is also hoping to play offense by flipping …

Trump’s Tariffs Flop with Working-Class Voters

Ron Brownstein: “It’s become an article of faith for trade hardliners in both parties that a protectionist agenda is a guaranteed pathway to building support among working-class voters. But now that President Donald Trump is testing that theory in practice …

The Red Undertow in the Midterms

For more than 40 years, Charlie Cook has been the gold standard for election forecasting and political trend analysis. In 2021, he stepped back, and Amy Walter, a top political analyst in her own right, took over the newsletter, which was renamed The Cook …

Yep, the Anti-Trump Wave Is Building

Conventional wisdom holds that a midterm election only fully comes into focus after Labor Day. That’s when a critical slice of the electorate starts focusing on the election and the choices before them. More or less in line with that, we’ve had a spray of …

10 Months After Washington Wholesaling Law Takes Effect, Better Off Home Buyers Reports Positive Results

Portland-based home-buying company reports that the impact of Washington's wholesaling law has been overwhelmingly positive 10 months after implementation. PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Portland-based …

As CDC Renews Controversial Guinea-Bissau Vaccine Trial, Stand Up for Science Makes Its Field Investigation Public

March 2026 report previously shared only in Congressional briefings documents ethics, consent, and conflict-of-interest concerns WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Amid reports that CDC intends to fund a …

Don Lemon & Jennifer Welch Launch 'The Weekend Read,' a Weekly Show from I've Had It Podcast Media & Lemon Media Network

New episodes every Friday on I've Had It's YouTube and Don Lemon's Substack, beginning October 16 NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lemon Media Network (LMN) and I've Had It Podcast Media (IHIP …

Taiwan and the Holy See Turn H.O.P.E. into Action

A Rome reception for Taiwan’s 115th National Day highlights 400 years of Catholic ties and cooperation benefiting more than 50,000 people. ROME, ROME, ITALY, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Embassy of the R.O.C. (Taiwan) to the Holy …

Horton & Mendez Adds Veteran Workers' Compensation Lawyer J. Michael Mackay as Of Counsel

WILMINGTON , NC, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Horton & Mendez, Injury & Car Accident Attorneys, has added J. Michael "Mike" Mackay to its team as an Of Counsel attorney. Mackay brings more than 30 years …

Reauthorization of Regional Ocean Partnerships Introduced in the House of Representatives

Proposed legislation will bring continued support for regional collaboration to identify and develop solutions for coastal environments and economies OCEAN SPRINGS, MS, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- U.S. Congressman Mike Ezell (R …

Union Representing University of California Researchers Backs Proposition 38 to Advance Life-Saving Cures

United Auto Workers (UAW) Region 6, representing 60,000 University of California employees, says Prop 38 is a necessary investment in California’s universities SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- UAW Region 6, which …

What could the next Congress look like? Andy Blunt's Midterms Outlook 2026

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- What could the next Congress look like? With Election Day less than three weeks away, the fight for control of the House and Senate is tightening, and the polling is sending …

PRAY USA 250 ANNOUNCES A 250-MINUTE EMERGENCY PRAYER EVENT FOR THE UNITED STATES MIDTERM ELECTIONS

On Saturday, 10-17-2026, Pray USA 250 will hold live-streamed prayers on Remo.co (events.com), focused on the 2026 US midterm elections. WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Earlier this year, Pray USA 250 …

New Guide Provides Roadmap for Successful Presidential Search and Transition

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Selecting a president is one of the most important responsibilities of a governing board. A successful leadership transition requires thoughtful planning long before the search …

Christian Briggs Examines AI, Autonomous Warfare, and Financial Surveillance

This “On The Record” series explores human oversight, digital privacy and financial resilience as artificial intelligence expands across critical systems. SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “On The Record with …

BOULDER ARTIST GARY ROSEN TAKES AIM AT AMERICA’S COMPLICATED RELATIONSHIP WITH GUNS IN NEW SINGLE 'REMINGTON BULLETS'

From Rosen’s forthcoming EP, The Political Project, the song explores normalized gun violence, entertainment’s influence, and contradictions in American life. BOULDER, CO, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Boulder-based singer- …

ICYMI: “Largest-ever federal anti-transnational crime operation nets 1,296 Tren de Aragua arrests nationwide”

President Donald J. Trump is systematically dismantling the bloodthirsty Tren de Aragua gang that Biden’s open borders allowed to pour into American communities. The Trump Administration has launched the largest federal campaign against transnational crime …

Bombshell Report Exposes True Cost of Radical Democrats’ Mass Amnesty – Open Borders Agenda

President Donald J. Trump and Republicans have delivered the most secure border in American history, with illegal crossings plummeting to record lows and U.S. Customs and Border Protection now recording 16 consecutive months with zero illegal aliens …

It’s Not a “Socialist Revolution.” It’s Misery, Starvation, and Death.

A coordinated campaign is underway to sanitize, normalize, and romanticize one of history’s most dangerous and lethal ideologies. Newsweek is currently running a “little red test” that asks about oat milk, shorter workweeks, and tote bags — then scores …

On Historic Preservation Law’s 60th Anniversary, 1,000 Organizations Launch Campaign to Defend America’s Heritage

106 Strong, representing 9 million Americans, releases film, urges Congress to reject threats to historic places, Tribal sovereignty, and public participation DC, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sixty years to the day after …

ADAO CONTINUES TO PRESS FOR FULL DISCLOSURE OF WHITE HOUSE’S EAST WING ASBESTOS RECORDS

WASHINGTON, D.C., DC, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO) today filed a new motion asking the DC federal district court to require further action on its Freedom of Information Act (FOIA …

Strong investment markets boosted state finances, but pension debt remains a concern

Despite financial improvements, 24 states still lacked enough money to pay their bills CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Strong investment market performance helped improve the financial condition of most state …

Witherspoon Institute Marks 20 Years With Boston Celebration During America’s 250th Anniversary

BOSTON, MA, UNITED STATES, October 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Witherspoon Institute of New England marked its 20th anniversary Saturday with a daylong celebration in Boston that brought together elected officials, educators, artists, …

YES on Prop 38 Announces Endorsement from Governor Gavin Newsom To Accelerate Research for Cures

Prop 38 is a response to Trump admin. cuts, protecting research jobs and ensuring Californians benefit from the next generation of medical discoveries SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, October 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- YES on Proposition 38 …