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Why Democrats may need a gut check on their midterm ambitions: From the Politics Desk

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Trump says he is weighing suspension of federal gas taxPresident floats idea as voter anger over rising costs threatens Republican hopes in November midterms Donald Trump said on Tuesday his administration was considering suspending the federal gasoline tax, a sign the president is noticing voter anger over fuel costs a month before the midterm elections. “We’re thinking about that,” Trump said when asked…

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Trump says he's considering suspending federal gas tax as states lead effort to lower costsPresident Trump said Tuesday that he's considering suspending the federal gas tax to lower costs — after four states already did so ahead of the midterm elections.

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Democrats are poised to take the House. Then what?With 28 days until the midterms, polling suggests that Democrats have an excellent chance of taking back the House in November. Flipping the Senate, once considered a long shot, is starting to look realistic. Come November, the party may have majorities in both chambers that will give it far more leverage than in the first […]

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Republicans return to tough-on-crime message ahead of difficult midterm electionsRepublicans are focusing on crime and public disorder in midterm election campaigns, as voters grow frustrated with their handling of the cost of living and the war with Iran

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The midterm battle for power in the statesRepublicans are on defense in governor and state legislative races.

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The Midterm Spending Bonanza Is Threatening Democracy Like Never BeforeBig money has long dominated American politics, with wealthy donors, corporations, and special interests dumping tons of cash into presidential and congressional elections. This year is no exception. But what’s different is that the quid pro quo of campaign money for preferential government treatment is more brazen than ever before and has become part of […]

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8 midterm races for federal employees to watchSeveral high-profile races, including Senate elections in Maine, Georgia and Texas, could impact civil servants.

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Trump promised to lower prices for Americans. Here's what the data shows.Just weeks before the midterm elections, 90% of Americans say prices in the U.S. are the main factor shaping their view of the economy. These charts show why.

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Americans' Living Costs Are Top of Mind as Midterms NearBloomberg's Lisa Abramowicz breaks down the affordability issues that form the backdrop for the Nov. 3 midterm elections. (Source: Bloomberg)

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Mike Tyson predicts 'Trump will win' midtermsFormer professional boxer Mike Tyson popped up at the White House on Friday, briefly speaking to reporters in the West Wing briefing room and pledging support for President Trump. Tyson told reporters he was asked by the White House to travel with Trump to Syracuse, N.Y., for a rally the president is slated to host...

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