Directive to keep Trump out of messaging appeared on GOP candidate’s site“The President is not popular, so all messaging should be focused on local politics and needs,” said the note, which was accidentally published to Minnesota Republican Eric Pratt's campaign website.The Washington Post3d agoWhole story →Governmentmidterm elections
Democrats hold big edge on economy in key poll for first time since 2012Ahead of the midterm elections, Democrats have won the trust of independents when it comes to the question of which party can guarantee economic prosperity, Gallup finds.The Washington Post10d agoWhole story →Economymidterm elections
The bellwether races to watch in November’s midterm electionsWill Democrats’ blue wave materialize? Watch these races.The Washington Post12d agoWhole story →Governmentmidterm elections
Trump’s midterm road show reveals GOP troubles — and his own prioritiesRepublicans need the president to mobilize voters, but his low approval ratings limit where he can help.The Washington Post12d agoWhole story →Governmentmidterm elections
Trump could face a new threat in January: A Democratic SenateRepublicans predict that Democrats will not confirm Supreme Court and Cabinet nominees if they retake the Senate in the midterm elections.The Washington Post13d agoWhole story →Governmentmidterm elections
These are the voters who will decide the midterm electionsMove aside, “soccer moms.” Take our quiz to see which types of Americans will determine control of Congress in November.The Washington Post13d agoWhole story →Governmentmidterm elections
The midterm polls that caught our eye this weekPolls show Trump losing support among his base and voters focused on Senate control and issues.The Washington Post15d agoWhole story →Governmentmidterm elections
Layoffs at ‘extremely low levels’ despite Americans’ gloom about the economyThe data presents a disconnect with how many Americans are feeling about the economy less than a month from the midterms.The Washington Post16d agoWhole story →Economymidterm elections
Why Iowa is such a competitive state in the midterm electionsIowa Republicans have consistently won in the Trump era. That record is at risk now.The Washington Post16d agoWhole story →Governmentmidterm elections
Trump emails Medicare enrollees about $90 payment, touts his policiesThe unusual move, which comes weeks before the midterm elections, has been derided by Democrats and advocates as a stunt.The Washington Post16d agoWhole story →GovernmentHealthmidterm elections
No new attack on Iran before the midterm elections, Trump saysThe president has acknowledged sometimes using public statements about negotiations and military planning to keep adversaries off guard.The Washington Post16d agoWhole story →SecurityGovernmentmidterm elections
GOP hope, Democratic worry: Are midterm polls underestimating Republicans?Are Democrats overconfident? Republicans too anxious? The Post’s pollster answers questions about polling bias and how to read the midterm surveys.The Washington Post16d agoWhole story →Governmentmidterm elections
We reviewed $1.6 billion of campaign ads. Here are the takeaways.Everyone’s talking about the economy, but Republicans and Democrats can’t agree on what other issues will mobilize midterm voters.The Washington Post16d agoWhole story →GovernmentEconomymidterm elections
The extraordinary amount of money pouring into the midterm electionsHow much is too much?The Washington Post17d agoWhole story →Governmentmidterm elections
Competitive House races see massive influx of ad spending over past weekIn one Florida district rated a “toss-up,” there was an outpouring of $5.7 million.The Washington Post17d agoWhole story →Governmentmidterm elections
Half a billion dollars in GOP spending does little to move pollsRepublicans’ massive money advantage has yet to reshape the midterm map, as Democrats keep expanding their ambitions.The Washington Post17d agoWhole story →GovernmentEconomymidterm elections
The midterm battle for power in the statesRepublicans are on defense in governor and state legislative races.The Washington Post18d agoWhole story →Governmentmidterm elections
NAACP launches voter protection hub for midterm electionsThe civil rights organization is stepping up efforts in response to President Donald Trump’s push to change voting rules.The Washington Post18d agoWhole story →JusticeGovernmentmidterm elections
House Democrats add six more Republican-held seats to target listThe additions include races in typically solid-red districts, such as in Florida and Arkansas.The Washington Post19d agoWhole story →Governmentmidterm elections
Some of the most interesting candidates of the midtermsFrom Iowa to Minnesota, these candidates might deliver some surprises in November.The Washington Post19d agoWhole story →Governmentmidterm elections
