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Disaster relief funding is creeping into Trump's midterm rhetoric. Critics say it has no place therePresident Donald Trump has turned emergency relief into a campaign talking point as a major hurricane approaches the U.S. Gulf Coast. He's been approving disaster declarations for political allies and linking endorsements with funding announcements. This has raised concerns about politicizing recovery efforts. On Wednesday, Trump voiced support for…

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution1d agoSources (2)Whole story →

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Most U.S. Voters Want Stricter AI Rules. Many Say Trump And Congress Are Falling Short.A new poll found 84% of registered voters see AI as a threat to American workers, while majorities want tighter government oversight.

International Business Times1d agoWhole story →

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The Guardian view on the US midterms: the cost of living is on the ballot, but this is about democracy too | EditorialDonald Trump’s unpopularity and the economic struggles of voters have boosted Democrats. But with less than a month to go, there is no complacency For once, Democrats and Donald Trump might be in agreement: “Pretend I’m on the ticket,” the historically unpopular president has instructed supporters . Midterms are in large part a referendum on the…

The Guardian2d agoWhole story →

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Warren's Trump Inflation Tracker Reveals Pain Caused by 'Failed Economic Agenda' of GOPWith the US midterm elections just weeks away and control of Congress up for grabs , the top Democrat on the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee on Wednesday released a tool tracking inflation under Republican President Donald Trump. " Donald Trump promised to lower costs on day one. Instead, he has spent his presidency creating an…

Common Dreams2d agoWhole story →

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How populist politics succeeds and failsPopulism is surging worldwide, but Trump’s successes, tariffs, and flawed candidates threaten Republican control of Congress this November.

Washington Examiner2d agoWhole story →

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President Trump considering suspending federal gas taxPresident Donald Trump said Tuesday he is considering suspending the federal gasoline tax as soaring fuel prices threaten Republicans ahead of November’s midterm elections.

FOX 4 News2d agoWhole story →

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As concerns over health costs mount, Trump tries cashWith the midterm elections a month away and Republicans struggling to respond to voter frustration over healthcare costs, President Donald Trump is handing out cash.

NewsNation2d agoWhole story →

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Trump eyes federal gas tax holiday as diesel tops $6 and midterms nearTrump says his administration is considering suspending the 18.4-cent federal gas tax. Congress must approve any suspension and is not due back until after the Nov. 3 midterms. Trump signed an order letting truckers use tax-exempt red-dyed diesel through Dec. 31. Diesel averages $6.32 a gallon, and Trump’s approval sits at a career-low 32%. Several […]

Natural News2d agoWhole story →

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Half a billion dollars in GOP spending does little to move pollsHigh-quality public surveys show Democratic Senate candidates tied or leading in Alaska, Georgia, Maine, Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio and Texas — the same as before Labor Day.

The Philadelphia Inquirer2d agoSources (2)Whole story →

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Debra Messing says cost of living, subway violence pushed her to back TrumpDebra Messing explains why affordability, public safety, and congestion pricing concerns led her to back Republican Bruce Blakeman for governor.

NewsBreak2d agoWhole story →

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What money and maps can tell us about the midtermsIt's four weeks until midterm Election Day. Polls put the chances of a Democratic takeover of both chambers of Congress much higher than they were a few months ago. President Trump is focusing his efforts on rallying his base in states he won big in 2024, like Nebraska. But will that persuade voters unhappy with the state of the economy and deeply…

NPR2d agoWhole story →

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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…

The Guardian2d agoWhole story →

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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.

New York Post2d agoWhole story →

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George Washington’s advice for the midtermsThe 2026 midterm elections present a tough environment for the Republican Party, raising questions about how to campaign in such challenging circumstances. As is often the case in American politics, the economy is a central concern for voters. In the last few weeks, prices — particularly for gas — have been too high for the comfort of any incumbent…

The Blaze2d agoWhole story →

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Republicans Use Field Hearing to Tout Tax Bill Ahead of MidtermsRepublicans touted tax perks for small businesses and manufacturing at a field hearing in deep-red Tennessee ahead of the November midterm elections, even as the party faces stiff headwinds over soaring fuel costs and affordability.

Bloomberg Tax News3d agoWhole story →

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Republicans fight red-state midterm chaos with hundreds of millions in late moneyRepublicans have made more than $700 million of new advertising bookings in congressional races since Sept. 1, with the Trump-aligned super PAC pouring in funds.

NBC News3d agoWhole story →

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Democrats' advantage is clear with less than a month to go in the midterm electionsPresident Trump is facing low approval ratings, and voters are blaming him for rising costs. Republicans are likely to pay the price at the ballot box next month.

NPR3d agoWhole story →

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John Thune hopes to flood a ‘big map’ with a GOP money waveThe Senate majority leader says he’s focused on “resources” as the final pre-midterm sprint begins.

POLITICO3d agoWhole story →

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Trump Eases Limits on Dyed Diesel in Bid to Cut Fuel CostsPresident Donald Trump on Monday signed an executive order to ease restrictions on the use of a tax-exempt variety of diesel, his latest bid to pare costs for the fuel ahead of November’s midterm elections.

Bloomberg3d agoWhole story →

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Crypto super PAC putting money behind Ben Cline, Suhas SubramanyamA cryptocurrency super PAC is committing money to back 32 U.S. House candidates in the 2026 midterms, including two Virginia incumbents.

Augusta Free Press3d agoWhole story →

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