Midterm elections
Lawler, Conley battle for Jewish voters in pivotal New York race that could decide House control
Mike Lawler and Cait Conley clashed over Israel, antisemitism, and Zohran Mamdani in a pivotal New York congressional race, with both candidates pledging continued US military support for Israel.
Trump weighs pursuing action against Clinton, Obama if Democrats renew impeachment efforts
Editor's Notes: A break with Israel would hurt American Jews, too - comment
Talarico blames Netanyahu, not Israeli people, for devastation in Gaza
Trump rejects Iranian proposal, expects war to continue after midterm elections
In comments to reporters on Saturday, Trump said that he "rejected their deal" and added that Iran should "immediately open the Hormuz Strait ... because they have no money coming in."
US Federal Reserve hikes rates, sees more tightening in search of 'timelier' drop in inflation
The rate increase was announced less than two months before midterm elections that will determine whether Trump's Republicans retain control of Congress for the final two years of his presidency.
US officials prepare for chaos amid concerns Trump will try use federal power to swing midterms
More than a dozen local and state election officials said they are hiring outside lawyers to prepare for potential demands by the administration for access to sensitive voting records.
Trump says he does not regret Iran war despite impact it may have on midterm elections
He made similar comments on Wednesday, alleging Tehran was trying to influence the elections that will determine whether Trump's Republican Party retains control of Congress.
Trump advisers warn Iran conflict may last through end of his term - report
The advisers told Trump in private discussions in the Oval Office and the Situation Room that Tehran could continue to resist US pressure, potentially prolonging the conflict, the WSJ wrote.
Two-thirds of US Jewish voters to favor Democrats in November elections, poll shows
The poll by the Jewish Voters Resource Center, which is led by prominent Jewish Democrats, showed that 67 percent of respondents planned to vote for Democratic congressional candidates in November.
Chris Pappas projected to win New Hampshire Democratic nomination to the US Senate
The Associated Press called the race just an hour after polls closed, at 6pm, when Pappas accrued 61.9% of voter support to Manzur’s 36.1%, with 22% of ballots counted.
Republicans defend US House majority as 50 competitive races loom ahead of 2026 midterms
The outcome of the races could decide whether Democrats gain the three seats needed to reclaim control of the chamber from Republicans.
Iranian leadership considers escalation as US officials fear military, cyberattacks - report
Throughout the war, Iran gained a better understanding of its military strengths and confidence regarding its capabilities, leading to a reluctance among Iranian leaders to end the war.
Trump vows to hit campaign trail hard for Republicans in tight midterms
At a White House dinner for congressional Republicans, Trump touted his success campaigning for the party and promised a busy schedule of appearances in the final month.
