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Iran preparing to interfere with U.S. midterms — report

Iran is planning to meddle with the U.S. midterm elections after attempting to interfere in Israel’s vote this week, The Telegraph reported on Oct. 29, citing unnamed Iranian officials.

30 October, 12:36 AM

Trump consumes ‘AI slop,’ lashes out at criticism as White House anxiety mounts ahead of midterms — NYT

Anxiety is mounting at the White House ahead of the midterm elections as President Donald Trump narrows his inner circle, attacks opponents, holds rambling rallies and consumes news clips and what one official described as “AI slop.”

29 October, 11:55 AM

Democrats could revive Ukraine aid if they capture Congress in the midterms

Democrats could win majorities in both the House and Senate in the Nov. 3 congressional midterm elections, a result likely to shift U.S. foreign policy, Reuters reported on Oct. 25.

26 October, 12:33 PM

Trump says he has the right to run for a third term

U.S. President Donald Trump told a crowd in Iowa that he believed he has the ability to run for a third term, despite acknowledging that the law says otherwise, CNN reported October 23.

23 October, 09:35 AM

Trump approval holds at record-low 32% as Hispanic support weakens

U.S. President Donald Trump’s approval rating has remained at a record low in recent days, as many Hispanic voters have criticized his performance in office and plan to withhold support from the Republican Party in the midterm elections, a Reuters/Ipsos poll found.

6 October, 01:04 PM

Trump suggests allowing Iran to ‘take out’ Los Angeles and San Diego

Speaking at a campaign rally in Nebraska, President Donald Trump suggested that Iran could “take out” Los Angeles and San Diego, the Los Angeles Times reported on October 5.

6 October, 12:06 PM

U.S. midterms could shift balance of power halfway through Trump’s term

The U.S. midterm elections on Nov. 3, nearly halfway through Donald Trump’s term, will determine control of both chambers of Congress and could shift the balance of power.

25 September, 01:09 PM

Gavin Newsom says he will not run for president if Kamala Harris enters the race

California Governor Gavin Newsom will not run for president if former Vice President Kamala Harris decides to enter the race, Newsom told CNN on September 15.

15 September, 10:12 AM

Trump announced energy truce to appease U.S. voters over fuel costs — Financial Times

U.S. President Donald Trump's declaration of an energy truce between Ukraine and Russia seeks to show American voters he is tackling high fuel prices, the Financial Times wrote on Sept. 15.

15 September, 09:22 AM

Russian sanctions bill stalled in U.S. Congress as lawmakers weigh gas prices — Bloomberg

A bill to impose tough new sanctions on Russia has stalled in the U.S. House of Representatives over gasoline price fears, Bloomberg wrote on Sept. 3.

4 September, 09:43 AM

Hegseth weighs 2028 presidential run despite Pentagon denial

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is discussing a possible 2028 presidential run, though the Pentagon denies he has such plans. NBC News reported on Aug. 29.

29 August, 08:05 PM

Trump’s sinking approval threatens GOP control of Congress in pivotal midterms

With less than three months until the U.S. midterm elections on Nov. 3, Republicans risk losing control of at least one chamber of Congress as President Donald Trump’s standing with voters declines.

17 August, 10:58 AM

Trump declares 2028 run, challenging constitutional bar on a third term

U.S. President Donald Trump said he intends to run in the 2028 presidential election during his speech at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner on July 24, according to a White House broadcast.

25 July, 10:58 AM

White House braces for GOP midterm losses and Democratic probes

President Donald Trump’s administration is preparing for a possible Republican defeat in the November midterm elections and the investigations, subpoenas and Democratic oversight that could follow, The Washington Post reported on May 4.

5 May, 10:41 AM

Zelenskyy bets on ending war before U.S. midterms

Ukraine has a realistic chance to end the war by autumn if current diplomatic momentum holds, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told Sky News in an interview published on Feb. 27, describing the period before the U.S. midterm elections in November 2026 as a critical “window” for achieving peace.

27 February, 10:43 AM

From Trump to AfD: Musk’s political footprint on X

When Elon Musk purchased Twitter, now rebranded as X, he acquired more than just a social media company—he gained access to one of the most comprehensive, real-time datasets on global human behavior. This is not just a tool for business—it's a lever of power that, when wielded effectively, can influence elections, sway public discourse, and redefine geopolitical narratives.

15 February 2025, 12:50 PM

Trump pledges no wars during his presidency

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has promised that there will be no wars during his presidency, Sky News reported on Nov. 6.

6 November 2024, 10:45 AM

Over 20 states ready to deploy National Guard if D.C. unrest erupts

More than 20 U.S. states are prepared to send National Guard troops to Washington, D.C., if unrest breaks out after the presidential election, reports the Associated Press on Nov. 5.

5 November 2024, 11:50 AM

Ukraine warned of "Munich Scenario" amid U.S. election results

Ukraine continues to resist Russia’s full-scale invasion, but as the U.S. presidential election draws near, the nation and its allies are facing the looming threat of a repeat of the 1938 Munich Agreement—regardless of the election’s outcome in America. Yet, there is another path that could secure a Ukrainian victory over Russia.

5 November 2024, 10:33 AM

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