2 ex-FBI officials charged with lying about involvement in investigation into Hunter Biden's laptopTwo former FBI intelligence officials who specialized in foreign election interference have been charged with lying about their roles in investigating the origins of Hunter Biden’s laptop in the run-up to the 2020 presidential election. Nikki Floris and Bradley Benavides surrendered Friday and made their first appearance in federal court in Washington.…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution2d agoSources (4)Whole story →GovernmentJustice
Backers of California’s billionaire tax plan to attack Gov. Gavin Newsom in early presidential primary statesFoes of Gov. Gavin Newsom, who is widely viewed as a likely 2028 presidential candidate, are launching television and digital ads this weekend in early primary states that criticize the governor’s opposition to the proposed billionaire tax on California’s November ballot.Santa Rosa Press Democrat2d agoSources (3)Whole story →EconomyGovernmentGavin Newsom
Kalshi CEO on Midterms, Regulation and Inflation FuturesKalshi co-founder and CEO Tarek Mansour discusses the growing role of prediction markets in elections and the regulatory challenges facing the industry. Speaking with Tyler Kendall on "Bloomberg Tech," Mansour also comments on the company's proposed perpetual oil futures contract. (Source: Bloomberg)Bloomberg2d agoWhole story →GovernmentPlanet
A tale of two election ads offering different visions for AmericaRecent spots by Abdul El-Sayed and Vivek Ramaswamy show a choice between service and crueltySalon2d agoWhole story →Government
Netanyahu Has Isolated IsraelBroad backlash has left Israeli voters with a stark choice in this month’s election: Elect a government committed to regaining international confidence or further alienate the country’s traditional allies with Netanyahu and his far-right coalition, says Bloomberg Opinion columnist Ronald Brownstein. (Source: Bloomberg)Bloomberg2d agoWhole story →GovernmentSecurity
Israel Election Tests Netanyahu’s Hold on PowerOn Bloomberg This Weekend, former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert discusses how security, democracy and the war in Iran are shaping Israel’s election and argues that the country needs a change in its approach to settler violence in the West Bank. Speaking with hosts David Gura and Christina Ruffini, Olmert also examines how the US midterms could…Bloomberg3h agoWhole story →EconomyGovernment
A New Level of Threat and Fear Risks Pushing the U.S. and Iran Back to Full WarWith new intelligence and the possibility of all sides seeking pretexts for action, the war in Iran is entering a dangerous phase ahead of elections in the United States and Israel.The New York Times2h agoWhole story →GovernmentSecurity
Volkswagen to build $4bn Audi SUV factory in US despite job cuts at homeVW investment, creating 4,500 jobs in Georgia, comes amid Trump’s damaging tariffs, intense Chinese competition and costly shift towards EVs Audi has said it will spend $4bn (£3bn) to build its first factory in the US, as its parent company, Volkswagen, struggles with the impact of steep tariffs imposed by Donald Trump. The German brand’s chief…The Guardian2h agoWhole story →EconomyGovernment
VIDEO -- Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick: Republicans Will Soon 'Pass the Democrats' in Early VotingTexas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick (R) believes Republicans who vote early will make a huge difference in his state, predicting his party will soon "pass the Democrats" as the midterm elections heat up. The post VIDEO — Texas Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick: Republicans Will Soon ‘Pass the Democrats’ in Early Voting appeared first on Breitbart .Breitbart News Network2h agoWhole story →Government
Obama, in Midwest, assails 'cruelty' and indecency from Trump and his allies in the midterm campaignObama remains the Democratic Party's best motivator nearly a decade after leaving the White House. And he's taking his star power on the road in the final days of the midterm elections, which will help determine the balance of power in American politics on Nov. 3.PBS NewsHour1h agoWhole story →Government
Ashley Hinson's Trump Strategy Might Be Working in IowaIowa Republican Senate hopeful Ashley Hinson has a two-point lead after distancing herself from President Trump on Iran and tariffs.Newsweek16d agoWhole story →GovernmentSecurityAshley Hinsoniowa senate election
Ashley Hinson urges Iowans to vote, says she welcomes Trump in IowaRepublican U.S. Senate nominee Ashley Hinson told backers at a get-out-the-vote rally that Iowa could determine control of the U.S. Senate on Nov. 3.Des Moines Register10d agoWhole story →GovernmentAshley Hinsoniowa senate election
Like Trump, Ashley Hinson shows up for IowansIowa could determine the future of the country by delivering public servant Ashley Hinson or truant Josh Turek to the Senate, writes Jeff Kaufmann.Des Moines Register3d agoWhole story →
WATCH: Trump heads to rally in Kansas as Republican voters' frustrations deepen"In this election, I'm asking you to pretend please that I'm on the ballot," President Donald Trump told the Kansas crowd. He spoke for over an hour and a half, with protesters interrupting him several times.PBS NewsHour6d agoWhole story →GovernmentEconomymidterm elections
14 Iowans charged in central Iowa meth trafficking operationA joint state and federal investigation led to charges against 14 Iowans in a central Iowa meth distribution operation, officials announced Wednesday.Des Moines Register1mo agoWhole story →Justice
Live updates: Trump to rally for Ashley Hinson and other GOP candidates in IowaLive updates and the latest news as Donald Trump rallies for Ashley Hinson and other GOP candidates in Iowa and JD Vance holds a Nebraska rally as Election Day approaches.NBC News3d agoWhole story →GovernmentAshley Hinson
Ashley Hinson Asks for Gas Money in Iowa Senate Race Against Josh TurekHinson's request for campaign-bus gas money drew Turek's criticism as high fuel prices dominate their close Iowa Senate race.Newsweek8d agoWhole story →EconomyGovernmentAshley Hinsoniowa senate race
Ted Cruz said Iowa can decide Senate control by electing Ashley HinsonU.S. Sen. Ted Cruz headlined Republican U.S. Senate nominee Ashley Hinson's BBQ Bash fundraiser in Clive.Des Moines Register2mo agoWhole story →GovernmentAshley Hinsoniowa senate election
