Trump and Vance intensify campaign travel across key swing states
Trump and Vance expand campaign travel across swing states including Georgia and Arizona.
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US Midterm Election 2026
Coverage of the 2026 US midterm elections including Senate races, House contests, and state-level campaigns across multiple states including Texas and Georgia, along with related policy issues affecting voters.
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2026-09-10 to 2026-10-26 · UTC publication dates
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American public discontent with cost of living affects midterm election outlook
Growing American dissatisfaction with rising cost of living is cited as a major factor in unfavorable midterm election projections for Republicans. This economic discontent is undermining Republican electoral prospects ahead of the November 3 elections.
Democratic Senator John Fetterman appears in video at Republican convention warning of socialist threat
Pennsylvania Democratic Senator John Fetterman, who is already at odds with his own party, made a surprise video appearance at the Republican convention in Dallas, in which he warned against a 'socialist' threat from Democrats.
Trump urges supporters to treat him as if he were on midterm election ballot
At the Republican convention in Dallas, Trump asked his supporters to 'imagine as if I was on the ballot' for the midterm elections, effectively campaigning for Republican candidates while emphasizing his own political brand and record.
Trump promises $5,000 dividend to each American adult if Republicans win midterm elections
Donald Trump promised at a Republican convention in Dallas, Texas on September 10 that if Republicans win control of both the House of Representatives and Senate in the November 3 midterm elections, he will issue a $5,000 dividend to every adult American citizen. Trump did not explain how this measure, which could cost over $1 trillion, would be financed.
Republicans hold unprecedented convention before midterm elections
The Republican Party held a national convention in Dallas before the November 3 midterm elections. This marks the first time Republicans have organized such a convention outside of a presidential election year; the format was traditionally reserved for presidential election cycles.
Vice President JD Vance to speak at Dallas Republican convention
Vice President JD Vance was scheduled to deliver a speech on September 11 at the Republican convention in Dallas, Texas, with Trump set to close the event.
US secures 65 billion barrels of Venezuelan oil reserves under new agreement
Following the arrest of former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, the Trump administration announced an oil agreement with Venezuela. Under this deal, 65 billion barrels of proven Venezuelan oil reserves now belong to the United States, with Trump stating this represents a 500-year supply and positions the US as stronger than OPEC.
Trump administration claims zero illegal border crossings into Texas over 16-month period
President Trump stated that zero illegal immigrants have entered the country through Texas over the past 16 months and that zero have been admitted into Texas. He characterized this as the lowest level of illegal immigration ever recorded in the country.
Brent crude oil price surges past $100 per barrel
On September 9, Brent crude, the international oil benchmark, surged past $100 per barrel amid ongoing Iran conflict.
GOP midterm convention convenes in Dallas
The Republican Party held its inaugural midterm convention in Dallas, Texas over two days beginning September 9, 2025, less than two months before the November general election. The convention featured leading Republican policymakers, candidates, and political organizations, with a $25,000 admission fee. Vice President JD Vance was scheduled to speak on the final night.
Conservative commentator Charlie Kirk remembered at first anniversary of assassination
The GOP convention included a tribute to conservative political commentator Charlie Kirk on the first anniversary of his assassination in September 2025.
US national average gasoline price reaches $4.22 per gallon
The national average price for a gallon of regular gasoline was $4.22 on September 9, 2025, compared to $3.19 a year earlier, representing a significant increase driven partially by the Iran conflict.
Democratic Senator John Fetterman endorses Republican Senate candidate
Senator John Fetterman (D-Pennsylvania) made a surprise appearance at the Republican convention via video message, endorsing Republican Senator Dave McCormick and praising Trump's support for U.S. Steel.
Inflation rises from 2.4% to 3.4% since Iran conflict began
Inflation has increased from 2.4% to 3.4% since the military conflict with Iran began in February 2025.
Trump Super PAC allocates $400-500 million to support Republican candidates
Trump's Super PAC announced allocation of $400-500 million to support Republican House and Senate candidates in the upcoming elections. Trump stated he has close to $1 billion in the Super PAC.
Trump pledges $5,000 dividend to all adult US citizens if Republicans retain congressional control
President Donald Trump promised to issue a $5,000 cash dividend to every adult citizen in the United States if Republicans maintain majorities in both the House of Representatives and the Senate following the November elections. Trump described this as similar to a corporate dividend distribution to shareholders and stated it would be called the "Trump dividend."
Democratic leaders criticize Republican midterm convention strategy
House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries criticized Republicans for planning a convention during an economic crisis, stating that everyday Americans are struggling with high costs of living. Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee chair Suzan DelBene said Democrats are not holding a midterm convention this year and argued Republicans are not focused on issues like cost, housing, food, healthcare, childcare, and energy costs that people are struggling with.
Trump's political operation spends $47 million through new PAC on midterm races
Trump's political operation began spending heavily through a new group called No Going Back PAC Inc., reserving $47 million for six competitive Senate races and one competitive House race. This spending was in addition to $10 million that MAGA Inc., Trump's super PAC, had already spent on the Texas Senate race.
Oil prices jump above $100 per barrel amid Iran war tensions
International Brent crude oil prices jumped more than 3% on Wednesday, pushing past the $100 per barrel threshold. Trump stated that oil prices had surged because of the Iran war and predicted they would decline after the midterm elections.
Convention expected to draw approximately 30,000 attendees
Organizers expect the two-day convention to draw roughly 30,000 people across both nights. More than 100 Republican House members and candidates were expected to attend, including almost all of the MAGA Majority class of candidates in the most targeted congressional districts.
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Obama fundraiser energizes Democratic Senate campaigns across competitive states
Obama fundraiser mobilizes Democratic Senate campaigns amid competitive state-by-state races.
Texas Senate race draws record spending surge from Trump-aligned groups
Trump-aligned groups deploy record $22 million monthly spending on Texas Senate race amid intensified financial mobilization.
Supreme Court eliminates party spending limits as Republicans hold $1 billion
Supreme Court eliminates party spending limits as Republicans command $1 billion campaign war chest.
Republicans face polling headwinds despite midterm campaign mobilization efforts
Republicans face polling deficits in 2026 despite campaign mobilization amid Trump's declining approval ratings.
Trump announces $90 Medicare, $500 ACA rebate, and military payment pledges
Trump announces targeted Medicare, ACA rebate, and military payment proposals ahead of midterms.
Nicki Minaj aligns with Trump administration ahead of 2026 midterms
Nicki Minaj endorses Republicans, appears on Trump media, and judges administration initiatives during 2026 midterms.
Vance references Kirk assassination at convention tribute event
Vance referenced Kirk's assassination during convention tribute marking the activist's death anniversary.
Trump approval rating hits historic low of 33 percent
Trump approval hits historic low of 33 percent amid rising inflation and economic discontent.
Trump claims swift policy completion, pledges $5,000 dividend at Dallas convention
Trump claims rapid policy completion and offers $5,000 dividend pledge to voters at Dallas GOP convention.
Controversial figures appear at Dallas GOP convention amid midterm cycle
Former Oath Keepers leader and Charlie Kirk tribute appeared at Dallas GOP convention.
Republicans unveil tax cuts and border claims at Dallas convention messaging event
Republicans unveiled tax and spending proposals at Dallas convention as midterm messaging centerpiece.