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Published on Nov 6, 2026

What happens after the ‘blue wave’? Your questions on the US midterm election results answered

Key events That’s all for now!Thank you all for participating in our US midterm elections results reader Q&A – and for joining us over the last month as we tackled a series of conversations on topics including immigration, the US economy and political …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on 00:20 GMT

Why nearly 100 Muslims won national, local races in the US midterm elections

At least 97 Muslim Americans have won their races in this week's midterm elections, encompassing the federal, state, and local levels, according to the Council on American Islamic Relations (Cair). It's hard to imagine that New York City Mayor …

Source: Middle East Eye - Indeterminate
Published on Nov 6, 2026

Three newly elected Jewish congressmen urge Israel to release detained Palestinian journalist

Three newly elected Jewish Democratic members of Congress called on Israel on Friday to immediately release Palestinian journalist and political analyst Abed Abu Shehadeh, an Israeli citizen arrested earlier this week at his home in Jaffa on suspicion of …

Source: The Jerusalem Post - Indeterminate
Published on Nov 6, 2026

Voters overwhelmingly rejected data centers in the midterms – here’s where developers will have a tough time

Data centers were a hot topic on the midterm ballots this week, with dozens of ballot measures aiming to limit their development passing across the country. As electricity prices rise and ratepayers face increased uncertainty surrounding the effect data …

Source: Renewable Energy World - Center-left
Published on 04:33 GMT

Black Voter Turnout Surged in the Deep South

As of Thursday evening, Mississippi Democrat Scott Colom leads Republican Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith by about 1,800 votes out of roughly 952,000 cast, according to the Associated Press, with thousands of mail-in and affidavit ballots still being processed. If …

Source: Portside - Left-wing
Published on 00:06 GMT

Historic Wins for Muslims in 2026 U.S. Midterm Elections

And Other Notable Firsts By Bareerah Zafar Graphic by ISNA Communications and Social Media Coordinator Crystal Habib Despite a rise in Islamophobic propaganda from far-right politicians throughout the country, Muslim Americans won big during the 2026 U.S. …

Source: Islamic Horizons - Indeterminate
Published on Nov 6, 2026

How well did election polls predict the 'blue wave?'

Tuesday's midterm election results seemed to catch many people by surprise. Democrats swept races across the country, wresting control of Congress from Republicans and flipping several states in their favor. But did the polls see this coming? Local …

Source: NPR Illinois - Pending
Published on Nov 6, 2026

What did the Whig Party do After Being Wiped Out in an Election?

At its height, the Whig Party was just one of the two dominant political forces in the United States. From about 1836 with 1852, it competed with the Democratic Event for control of the presidency, Congress, state federal governments, and the direction of …

Source: Savannah Herald - Georgia - Pending
Published on Nov 6, 2026

From UP’s Bulandshahr to Illinois legislature: Saba Haider’s family celebrates her electoral victory

India-born Saba Haider’s election to the Illinois House of Representatives is a matter of pride for her family back home in Uttar Pradesh, which believes her achievement is a demonstration of how education, self-confidence and a commitment to public …

Source: The Tribune (Chandigarh) - Neutral
Published on Nov 6, 2026

Democrats' big midterm wins could change how we elect the next president

Could this year's big blue midterm wave transform how America elects its next president? Now that Democrats have won complete control of governor's mansions and both legislative chambers in five battleground states — Pennsylvania, Michigan, …

Source: Yahoo News - Center-left
Published on 01:39 GMT

‘Black women are not waiting for history to happen’: The 2026 Midterm elections prove it

Before anyone even cast a ballot on Election Day this year, Black women had already made history. On Tuesday, Nov. 3, during the 2026 Midterms, there was a remarkable number of Black women on the ballot in races across the country. 72 to be exact—four U.S …

Source: TheGrio - Pending
Published on Nov 6, 2026

Voters Reject Data Center Expansion in 38 of 39 Ballot Measures as Opposition to AI Infrastructure Grows

Communities across 10 states overwhelmingly supported restrictions on data center development during Tuesday’s midterm elections, reflecting concerns about electricity costs, water consumption and the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence …

Source: [your]NEWS - Right-wing
Published on Nov 6, 2026

Northwestern students reflect on midterm elections results

Democrats won control of the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate on Tuesday. As of Thursday, two Senate races, Mississippi and Alaska, and 35 House races are still being decided. Following the results of the midterm elections, Northwestern …

Source: The Daily Northwestern - Illinois - Center-left
Published on Nov 6, 2026

Women voters were driving force behind blue wave in historic midterm rebuke of Trump

Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Start your Independent Membership today. Join today Already a member? Log in The 2026 U.S. midterm elections delivered a decisive blow to Donald Trump’s Republican party. …

Source: The Independent - Center-left
Published on Nov 6, 2026

Illinois House Speaker will not seek another term after caucus revolt

SPRINGFIELD (Capitol News Illinois) — House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch will not seek another term as the chamber’s leader after 26 incumbent and incoming House Democrats said the supermajority caucus “needs new leadership.” Welch said in a statement …

Source: KWQC - Iowa - Pending
Published on 00:37 GMT

Pritzker appeals FEMA’s decision to deny Illinois disaster aid

SPRINGFIELD — Gov. JB Pritzker appealed the Trump administration's decision to deny Illinois' request for federal disaster relief on Thursday. The Federal Emergency Management Agency denied Illinois' request last month without explanation for …

Source: WSIU - Illinois - Pending
Published on Nov 6, 2026

Midterm Elections 2026: What the Results Mean for Gaming Law and Policy

Election Day 2026 produced several outcomes with significant consequences for the gaming industry. Results in some races remain unofficial or uncalled as of this writing, and the analysis below is necessarily preliminary given the recency of the results. …

Source: JD Supra - California - Neutral
Published on Nov 6, 2026

Bears meet with Illinois leaders to ‘explore’ stadium legislation as Indiana site work continues

The Chicago Bears are completing due diligence for potential stadium sites in Indiana even as the franchise acknowledges meeting with Illinois leaders ahead of state lawmakers returning to Springfield later this month. In response to news media inquiries “ …

Source: Indiana Capital Chronicle - Left-wing
Published on Nov 6, 2026

Welch will not seek new term as Illinois speaker after 26 House Democrats call for change

Illinois House Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch will not seek another term as the chamber’s leader after 26 incumbent and incoming House Democrats said the supermajority caucus "needs new leadership." Welch said in a statement Thursday …

Source: St. Louis Public Radio - Missouri - Public Broadcaster

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 14:56 GMT

Dispatches From the Front Lines of Trump’s War on Democracy

“My generals” running the Pentagon? “My lawyers” running the Department of Justice? “My” main money man and his group of young techies illegally shutting down programs Congress voted to support and fund? What we have here is a hostile takeover of the U. …

Source: Op/Ed
Published on November 6, 2026 - 23:16 GMT

President Trump Names Stephen Miller as 33rd White House Chief of Staff

Today, President Donald J. Trump announced the appointment of Stephen Miller as the 33rd White House Chief of Staff, succeeding Susie Wiles after her highly successful tenure. Miller has served alongside President Trump since the very beginning and has …

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Published on November 7, 2026 - 01:03 GMT

Chairman Smith on October Jobs Report: Republicans are Fighting to Help Working Families Get Ahead While Democrats ...

Democrats Unanimously Opposed Policies Driving American Job Creation WASHINGTON, D.C. – Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith (MO-08) issued the following statement after the Bureau of Labor Statistics released the jobs report for October 2026, …

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Published on November 6, 2026 - 23:41 GMT

House Republicans choose Niska to lead caucus as minority leader

Rep. Harry Niska (R-Ramsey) was named minority leader by his caucus Friday morning. First elected to the House in 2022, Niska served as the Republican floor leader during the 2025-2026 biennium when the House was evenly split with 67 members from each …

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Published on November 6, 2026 - 23:41 GMT

Chairman Smith on October Jobs Report: Republicans are Fighting to Help Working Families Get Ahead While Democrats ...

Democrats Unanimously Opposed Policies Driving American Job Creation WASHINGTON, D.C. – Ways and Means Committee Chairman Jason Smith (MO-08) issued the following statement after the Bureau of Labor Statistics released the jobs report for October 2026, …

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Published on November 6, 2026 - 22:57 GMT

Senate Republican Pressure Helps Secure Agreement Protecting Healthcare Access for State Retirees

After Senate Republicans demanded continued negotiations to protect healthcare access for thousands of retired state employees, BJC Health and Aetna have reached an agreement that will keep BJC providers in-network throughout 2027. The agreement marks a …

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Published on November 6, 2026 - 22:57 GMT

Senate Republicans’ Veterans Day Wall of Honor Now on Display at State Capitol

The Illinois Senate Republican Caucus is once again honoring the brave men and women who have served our nation with its annual Veterans Day Wall of Honor, now on display in the Illinois State Capitol Rotunda. The display, which runs from November 7th …

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Published on November 6, 2026 - 20:43 GMT

Americans Split on Whether Democrats Should Work with Trump; Few Expect Smooth Cooperation

17% are optimistic that Democrats and Republicans can work together over the next two years, while 55% are pessimistic WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Angus Reid Global Poll: Americans Split on Whether …

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Published on November 6, 2026 - 15:40 GMT

Lehman reelected to serve as House Republican Majority Leader

STATEHOUSE (Nov. 6, 2026) – State Rep. Matt Lehman (R-Berne) was reelected to serve as House Majority Leader for the Indiana House Republican Caucus, taking on a key leadership role ahead of the 2027 legislative session. "I appreciate my colleagues …

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Published on November 6, 2026 - 22:30 GMT

Public Schools First NC Celebrates Public Education Victories

The 2026 election results were a big win for North Carolina’s students. RALEIGH, NC, UNITED STATES, November 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Public Schools First NC (PSFNC) celebrates the victories of North Carolina’s public education candidates this week …

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Published on November 6, 2026 - 20:43 GMT

Americans Split on Whether Democrats Should Work with Trump; Few Expect Smooth Cooperation

17% are optimistic that Democrats and Republicans can work together over the next two years, while 55% are pessimistic WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Angus Reid Global Poll: Americans Split on Whether …

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Published on November 6, 2026 - 20:04 GMT

Traci L. Slatton’s ‘HEROIC’ Wins Newport Beach Film Festival Audience Award

Traci L. Slatton’s documentary 'Heroic' captures Sabin Howard’s nine-year battle to create the National WWI Memorial sculpture. January 2027 digital release. NEWPORT BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, November 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HEROIC …

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Published on November 6, 2026 - 18:43 GMT

Tackling Food Insecurity: Zakat Foundation of America Expands Rice Relief Across U.S. New England Communities

BRIDGEVIEW, IL, UNITED STATES, November 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Building on a continuous history of impactful community food relief programs—including regular seasonal rice distributions held across New York and Delaware—Zakat Foundation of …

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Published on November 6, 2026 - 13:48 GMT

Conservation Visions and FACE Join Forces to Advance Wild Harvest Research Across Europe

New partnership strengthens international efforts to document the contributions of sustainable wild harvest to conservation, food systems, and human well-being ST. JOHN'S, NL, CANADA, November 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Conservation …

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Published on November 6, 2026 - 12:15 GMT

The Lobby Launches Pro: Unbiased, Plain-English Analysis of What Congress Is Doing

Trusted by 15,000+ readers, The Lobby breaks down the bills that touch each reader’s issues in plain English, with a link to the full text of every bill. DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, November 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Lobby (thelobbynews.com), a …

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Published on November 6, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

New National Report Reveals Uneven Protections for Children as Years of Advocacy Deliver Legislative Victories

Human Rights for Kids’ 2026 State Ratings Report highlights progress in Maryland, Virginia, and Hawaii and offers a roadmap for reforms nationwide WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Sixteen states remain in …

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Published on November 6, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

Interfaith Peace Centre Condemns Arson Attacks on Mimimelon Kosher Bakery and Stands With Its Owner and Workers

TORONTO , ONTARIO, CANADA, November 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Interfaith Peace Centre condemns in the strongest terms the two suspected arson attacks targeting Mimimelon, the kosher bakery at 2069 Saint-Louis Street in Montreal's …

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Published on November 6, 2026 - 11:51 GMT

USIQ Publishes Revised Top Employer Criteria and Invites Universities to Evaluate Them

USIQ releases version 2026-3.2 of its employer certification criteria, with published scoring rules, a scientific basis and an open call for academic comment. SHERIDAN, WY, UNITED STATES, November 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States …

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Published on November 6, 2026 - 23:16 GMT

President Trump Was Right: Tariffs and Tax Cuts Are Reshoring Manufacturing, Creating Jobs

The October jobs report crushed expectations, confirming that President Trump’s America First agenda is delivering a manufacturing renaissance. Tariffs and tax cuts are bringing production home, strengthening supply chains, raising blue-collar wages, and …

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Published on November 6, 2026 - 23:16 GMT

What They Are Saying: Blowout October Jobs Report Smashes Expectations

President Donald J. Trump has long said that America is the hottest country in the world — and today’s blockbuster jobs report delivers the proof. The economy added a massive 165,000 new jobs in October, more than double what experts expected, with the …

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Published on November 6, 2026 - 23:16 GMT

President Trump Names Stephen Miller as 33rd White House Chief of Staff

Today, President Donald J. Trump announced the appointment of Stephen Miller as the 33rd White House Chief of Staff, succeeding Susie Wiles after her highly successful tenure. Miller has served alongside President Trump since the very beginning and has …

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Published on November 6, 2026 - 21:25 GMT

Major Construction Milestone For Transformative White Stadium Project

Mayor Michelle Wu, Boston Legacy FC Controlling Owner Jennifer Epstein and BPS leadership joined BOND Building Construction, students, residents, and park advocates to celebrate White Stadium’s final structural beam at the topping-off ceremony in Franklin …

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Published on November 6, 2026 - 21:25 GMT

Traffic Advisory for November 6, 2026

People attending these events are encouraged to walk, bike, or take public transit. Information on Bluebikes, the regional bike share service, may be found on the website, and information on the MBTA may be found online. The MBTA advises riders to purchase …

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Published on November 5, 2026 - 22:36 GMT

Data Foundation Wins Three Awards in the 6th Annual Anthem Awards

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Data Foundation announced today that it received three awards in the 6th Annual Anthem Awards, which recognize brands, nonprofits, and individuals for social impact work …

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Published on November 5, 2026 - 22:18 GMT

After an Affordability Election, Business Owners Press New Leaders on Insurance, AI Data Centers and Energy Bills

Business leaders from California, Michigan and Ohio are available for interviews on what affordability looks like on Main Street WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Voters made affordability and the cost of …

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Published on November 5, 2026 - 22:00 GMT

ABRAMORAMA ACQUIRES NORTH AMERICAN THEATRICAL RIGHTS TO JOY BRONSON’S 'THE FIGHT TO FIGHT'

Special Veterans Day Screenings Set for November 11 in New York City and Washington, D.C., Ahead of March 2027 Nationwide Release WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AB2 Media Group announced today that its …

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Published on November 5, 2026 - 21:53 GMT

New York State Department of Veterans’ Services Announces Appointment of Mark Sollohub as Executive Deputy Commissioner

Experienced Veterans Advocate and U.S. Navy Veteran Brings Proven Leadership and Commitment to Serving New York’s Veterans and Military Families ALBANY, NY, NY, UNITED STATES, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The New York State Department …

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Published on November 5, 2026 - 20:19 GMT

Angus Reid Global Poll: $11 Billion Later, Most Midterm Voters Say Their Minds Were Made Up From the Start

Half of Americans (51%) believe people who made large donations tried to influence the outcome unfairly WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The 2026 midterm campaign set a record for political advertising, with …

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Published on November 5, 2026 - 19:15 GMT

SideBar: Optimism in Action Welcomes Drew Liebert and Jonathan Mehta Stein with Technology Policy Group CITED

California Initiative for Technology and Democracy (CITED) provides valuable expertise related to AI regulation and policy to better protect our future. MONTEREY, CA, UNITED STATES, November 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- SideBar: Optimism in …

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Published on March 14, 2025 - 14:56 GMT

Dispatches From the Front Lines of Trump’s War on Democracy

“My generals” running the Pentagon? “My lawyers” running the Department of Justice? “My” main money man and his group of young techies illegally shutting down programs Congress voted to support and fund? What we have here is a hostile takeover of the U. …

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Published on February 14, 2025 - 08:06 GMT

Use Your Cell Phone Camera to Help Save U.S. Democracy

Along with more than two million others, I subscribe to a daily newsletter written by historian Heather Cox Richardson (https://heathercoxrichardson.substack.com/). Richardson meshes her deep knowledge of history with insightful and valuable …

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