Michigan's 2026 Senate race: What to know about Abdul El-Sayed vs Mike Rogers

On Nov. 3, Michigan voters will choose between progressive Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers for the U.S. Senate. Here’s what to know.

Social Security corrects nearly 50 million records in largest SSN cleanup in agency history

The Social Security Administration says it has undertaken the largest cleanup of Social Security Number records in the history of the agency as part of an ongoing fight against fraud.

Controversial ad featuring Ohio Democratic gubernatorial candidate’s mother made by GOP opponent

The controversial new political advertisement featuring the estranged mother of Ohio Democratic gubernatorial nominee Amy Acton calling her daughter “a liar" was produced by her Republican opponent Vivek Ramaswamy’s campaign team, the GOP nominee’s camp confirmed Tuesday night. 

New $25 million whistleblower program promises big payouts sooner, DOJ says

A new Justice Department whistleblower program promises big paydays to those who report certain federal healthcare offenses and fraud related to government programs and is designed to deliver a sizable chunk of those rewards much more quickly. 

WA leaders push back as federal health cuts threaten millions

Washington lawmakers warn that federal health cuts could cost hospitals billions and hike premiums, drawing debate ahead of the midterms.

Kyle Kennedy, granddaughter of Robert F. Kennedy, dead at 42

Kyle Kennedy established a career in education and was a proponent for education reform and disability rights.

Latest poll reveals Trump's pre-midterm approval rating

President Donald Trump’s job approval rating has fallen to a record low in a new poll, signaling challenges for the Republican party ahead of the November midterm elections.

Adam Smith and Doug Basler clash again in WA 9th district race

Rep. Adam Smith and Republican challenger Doug Basler are facing off once again in Washington’s 9th Congressional District, marking their sixth race against each other.

Trump rally threats: Kansas man charged after assassination threat claims "already mapped roofs"

A Kansas man was arrested after repeated threats to assassinate President Donald Trump were posted on local television news stations’ social media pages, including a claim to have scouted locations where he could shoot the commander in chief during Monday’s rally near Wichita. 

WA 9th Congressional District candidates outline their priorities
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Republican challenger Doug Basler is taking on incumbent Adam Smith in the battle for Washington's 9th Congressional District, the sixth time the candidates have faced each other in the race.

Trump campaigns for GOP candidates with 15 days until midterms
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President Trump is kicking off a week-long campaign blitz to help push GOP candidates in tight races over the finish line, while Democrat stars are looking to keep their party's momentum and take control of Congress.

Massachusetts GOP candidate ends campaign following DUI arrest

Shawn Oliver, a Republican candidate for lieutenant governor of Massachusetts, ended his campaign after being arrested on suspicion of operating under the influence charges following a car crash over the weekend.

Trump mocks the name Mohammad in campaign speech

While speaking in Dalton, Georgia on Friday, President Donald Trump mocked Iran and joked about the popularity of the name Mohammad in the Muslim world.

Six candidates face off in Shoreline forum
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Voters in Shoreline have a chance to hear the priorities of all six candidates running for the 32nd Legislative District during a local forum today from 2 to 4 p.m

Trump doubles down on Canadian tariffs as businesses struggle
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Tariffs and the trade war with Canada are hurting businesses on both sides of the border, according to the Federal Reserve. But Trump says they aren't going anywhere and denies it's hurting business.

White House AI task force assessing potential risks
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A White House AI task force has been given a four-month window to determine what role the government will play when it comes to AI regulations, assessing the technology's possible risks.

US responds to Ukraine criticism over Russia diesel deal, Starlink outage
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Ukranian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy lashed out at President Trump over America's purchase of Russian diesel and the interruption of critical Starlink service in Ukraine. Meanwhile, Trump says he'll keep pushing both Kyiv and Moscow to get back to the bargaining table.

WA election office targeted in nationwide suspicious mail investigation

Law enforcement intercepted a letter containing white powder addressed to the WA Secretary of State amid a nationwide probe targeting election offices.