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fromFast Company
2 hours ago

2028 candidates will face a new kind of economic anger

Economic anxiety driven by AI is significantly impacting lower-wage Americans, necessitating urgent adaptation from political candidates.
#california-governor-race
fromsfist.com
4 hours ago
California

With Swalwell Out, New Governor's Race Poll Has Republicans In Lead, But Democrats on the Rise

fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago
California

GOP's best shot at California governor's office in decades mired in angry internal debate

The California Republican gubernatorial race has intensified with fierce competition between candidates Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco ahead of the 2026 election.
fromFortune
3 days ago
SF politics

Eric Swalwell suspends campaign for California governor, rocking wide-open contest | Fortune

Swalwell's exit from the California governor race creates uncertainty as rivals vie for his supporters amid serious allegations against him.
California
fromsfist.com
4 hours ago

With Swalwell Out, New Governor's Race Poll Has Republicans In Lead, But Democrats on the Rise

Democratic candidates in California's governor race are gaining ground, while two Republicans maintain a slight lead according to a recent poll.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

GOP's best shot at California governor's office in decades mired in angry internal debate

The California Republican gubernatorial race has intensified with fierce competition between candidates Steve Hilton and Chad Bianco ahead of the 2026 election.
SF politics
fromFortune
3 days ago

Eric Swalwell suspends campaign for California governor, rocking wide-open contest | Fortune

Swalwell's exit from the California governor race creates uncertainty as rivals vie for his supporters amid serious allegations against him.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

What is Trump-backed SAVE America Act and what could it mean for US vote?

The SAVE America Act aims to increase proof of citizenship requirements for voting, supported by Republicans and opposed by Democrats.
Social justice
fromSCSJ
8 hours ago

New Report: More than 815,000 Missing Voters in Alabama | SOLVE

Over 815,000 Alabamians are not regularly voting due to systemic barriers, particularly affecting marginalized groups.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 hours ago

Progressive Senate Candidate Who Campaigned With Hasan Piker Surges to Primary Lead In Latest Poll

El-Sayed became the center of a heated debate on the left after he appeared at a campaign rally alongside Twitch streamer Hasan Piker, who is known for his outlandish rhetoric.
Left-wing politics
#california
fromIntelligencer
12 hours ago
SF politics

Can Newsom Clean Up California's Messy Governor's Race?

Swalwell's exit from the gubernatorial race raises concerns for Democrats about a potential all-Republican general election in California.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago
US Elections

A messy California governor's race raises Democratic fears of potential loss

Democrats in California face unprecedented uncertainty in the gubernatorial race, risking their long-held control amid voter dissatisfaction.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
12 hours ago

Can Newsom Clean Up California's Messy Governor's Race?

Swalwell's exit from the gubernatorial race raises concerns for Democrats about a potential all-Republican general election in California.
US Elections
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

A messy California governor's race raises Democratic fears of potential loss

Democrats in California face unprecedented uncertainty in the gubernatorial race, risking their long-held control amid voter dissatisfaction.
fromAxios
1 day ago

Scoop: Vance heading to Iowa for campaign events

Vice President Vance's visit underscores that Iowans' interests will always be top of mind as long as Republicans are leading the country.
Fundraising
Artificial intelligence
fromAxios
2 days ago

GOP campaigns go all-in on AI, Dems not so much

Republicans are rapidly adopting AI tools for voter engagement, while Democrats remain cautious due to privacy concerns and skepticism about the technology.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

Virginia joins a national effort to ensure only popular vote winners become president

Virginia joins the National Popular Vote Compact, increasing the total to 18 states and 222 electoral votes, aiming for a nationwide popular vote system.
Austin
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 days ago

GOP Rep. Tony Gonzales says he's stepping down from Congress

Tony Gonzales is resigning from Congress amid threats of expulsion due to an affair with a staffer.
#donald-trump
fromIntelligencer
5 days ago
Right-wing politics

If Trump Gives Up on the Midterms, All Bets Are Off

Donald Trump combines extreme political strategies with a focus on maintaining Republican control in the 2026 midterm elections.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago
US politics

CNN Data Guru Warns Trump Is Underwater' With Key Demo That Put Him in the White House'

Donald Trump's approval rating with non-college white voters has significantly declined, showing a 34-point shift from February 2025.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

CNN Data Guru Warns Trump Is Underwater' With Key Demo That Put Him in the White House'

Donald Trump's approval rating with non-college white voters has significantly declined, showing a 34-point shift from February 2025.
#democrats
NYC politics
fromUSA TODAY
4 days ago

Democrats' growing credibility gap may cost them the midterms | Opinion

Democrats are losing voter trust due to a perceived gap between their campaign promises and governance.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
4 days ago

The 2026 Races Giving Democrats New Hope in the South

Democrats are optimistic about flipping control of the House and Senate in the 2026 midterms, especially in the South.
NYC politics
fromUSA TODAY
4 days ago

Democrats' growing credibility gap may cost them the midterms | Opinion

Democrats are losing voter trust due to a perceived gap between their campaign promises and governance.
SF politics
fromIntelligencer
4 days ago

The 2026 Races Giving Democrats New Hope in the South

Democrats are optimistic about flipping control of the House and Senate in the 2026 midterms, especially in the South.
fromBleacher Nation
5 days ago

Can I Bet Politics on DraftKings and FanDuel in 2026? - Bleacher Nation

In the United States, you generally cannot place a real-money bet on an election using the standard DraftKings or FanDuel Sportsbook apps due to strict regulations.
Chicago Cubs
US Elections
fromSan Jose Inside
29 minutes ago

New Poll Shows Xavier Becerra Gained Most from Swalwell's Exit from CA Governor Race

Xavier Becerra's support surged in the California Governor primary poll following Eric Swalwell's exit from the race.
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Special Election Set For August to Replace Eric Swalwell In Congress

Swalwell announced his resignation from Congress on Monday following the Friday publication of allegations that he sexually assaulted a former staffer from his Castro Valley office. While he denies the allegations, he was facing an expulsion proceeding in the House.
SF politics
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

What does the Save America act mean for US democracy? Post your questions now

The Save America act could significantly alter voting processes and impose strict requirements during a federal midterm election year.
US Elections
fromNature
22 hours ago

'Science needs defending': record number of researchers run for office in US mid-terms

An unprecedented number of US scientists are running for office in response to political actions affecting research funding and science policy.
Right-wing politics
fromAxios
6 days ago

Trump looms large over Republican congressional primaries

Trump's endorsement is crucial for Republican candidates, influencing their campaigns and deterring potential defections within the party.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Commentary: Chaos is the leader in California's hot mess of a governor's race

Eric Swalwell's exit from the California gubernatorial race leaves a muddled campaign with undecided voters dominating.
#election-integrity
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago
US Elections

Why Trump's Latest Assault on Elections Might Fail

Concerns about election integrity are heightened, but recent developments suggest potential for resistance against authoritarian tactics.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
US politics

Democrats are campaigning as if the 2026 election will be fair. That's a mistake | Austin Sarat

U.S. elections face serious risk of not being free and fair due to potential executive interference, intimidation, and attempts to seize voting equipment.
US Elections
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

Why Trump's Latest Assault on Elections Might Fail

Concerns about election integrity are heightened, but recent developments suggest potential for resistance against authoritarian tactics.
US politics
fromTruthout
3 days ago

As Trump SAVE America Act Stalls in Congress, Red States Pass Their Own Versions

GOP states are enacting stricter voter registration laws despite federal bill delays, potentially hindering access for marginalized groups.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Democrats Believe Kamala Harris Is Less Electable' Than Mark Cuban: NEW POLL

A survey by Yale Polling discovered that just 55% of Democrats found Harris to be a highly electable candidate in 2028, while 58% found Cuban to be highly electable.
US Elections
US politics
fromTruthout
5 days ago

Texas Counties Face DHS subpoenas Seeking Voter Data Records

Texas counties are receiving subpoenas from Homeland Security for detailed voter information as part of a citizenship verification effort.
#california-politics
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Swalwell supporters scramble after he drops out of governor's race. Who will benefit?

Democratic leaders are seeking a new frontrunner after Eric Swalwell's resignation amid serious allegations.
SF politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

Donald Trump Just Gave California Democrats a Big, Fat Gift

California Democrats face a dilemma with multiple candidates diluting their vote, risking a Republican lockout in the primary.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Kaitlan Collins Puts It To Mike Lawler: Is This War Making It Harder to Win Reelection?'

Rep. Mike Lawler believes the conflict with Iran will not hinder Republican reelection prospects.
US Elections
fromnews.bitcoin.com
2 days ago

2028 Election Prediction Markets: JD Vance Leads Despite VP's Historic Approval Low

JD Vance's approval rating dropped 21 points in 15 months, marking the lowest for a vice president in modern polling history.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

California Republicans rejoice over Swalwell scandal, but split on best GOP candidate for governor

California Republican party delegates did not endorse a candidate for governor as neither top candidate received 60% support.
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

We can't lose': all eyes on potential 2028 Democratic contenders at big party gathering for this year's midterms

No candidate will be successful in a primary or win a general without Black voters, Smikle said, adding that the conference is a key step in Sharpton's endorsement process.
SF politics
#texas-politics
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Scandal-Scarred Winner of Democratic Primary Admitted He Was a Part-Time Texan

Bobby Pulido won the Democratic primary in Texas's 15th congressional district despite maintaining residences in Mexico, pursuing Mexican citizenship, and having a documented history of misogynistic social media behavior.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Scandal-Scarred Winner of Democratic Primary Admitted He Was a Part-Time Texan

Bobby Pulido won the Democratic primary in Texas's 15th congressional district despite maintaining residences in Mexico, pursuing Mexican citizenship, and having a documented history of misogynistic social media behavior.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Chris Jansing Confronts Jasmine Crockett with Bad Dem Poll

Congressional approval ratings are low, with both parties facing disapproval as incumbents risk losing their positions in upcoming elections.
US Elections
fromIntelligencer
2 weeks ago

Democrats Could Win a Majority of Governorships In 2026

Partisan control of state governments significantly impacts federal elections, with both parties aiming for gubernatorial victories in the upcoming elections.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Trump Withholds Endorsement in Tight Texas Senate Race Says the SAVE Act Is the X Factor

Trump conditions his Senate endorsement in Texas on Republican passage of the SAVE America Act, which requires voter identification in federal elections.
#texas-senate-race
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Democrats set a turnout record in Texas, so is this the year it turns blue?

Close-to-final turnout numbers in Texas show the Democratic Senate primary had the highest number of people voting in it than for any other primary for statewide office in Texas' history. More than 2.3 million votes were cast in the primary in which state Rep. James Talarico defeated U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett.
US politics
#texas-senate-primary
Austin
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Voting nears to a close in Texas primary that may be crucial to control of the Senate

Texas Senate primary races test party direction as Cornyn faces Trump-aligned challengers Paxton and Hunt, while Democrats compete between Crockett and Talarico for nomination opportunity.
Austin
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Voting nears to a close in Texas primary that may be crucial to control of the Senate

Texas Senate primary races test party direction as Cornyn faces Trump-aligned challengers Paxton and Hunt, while Democrats compete between Crockett and Talarico for nomination opportunity.
#texas-democratic-primary
US Elections
fromAxios
1 month ago

How fired-up Texas Dems give Talarico a jolt toward November

Democrats achieved strong primary turnout across Texas counties, with crossover voters and competitive Senate races driving participation in traditionally Republican areas.
fromAxios
2 months ago
US politics

Texas Democratic Senate primary shows how identity politics could haunt Democrats in 2028

US Elections
fromAxios
1 month ago

How fired-up Texas Dems give Talarico a jolt toward November

Democrats achieved strong primary turnout across Texas counties, with crossover voters and competitive Senate races driving participation in traditionally Republican areas.
fromAxios
2 months ago
US politics

Texas Democratic Senate primary shows how identity politics could haunt Democrats in 2028

Austin
fromIntelligencer
1 month ago

Talarico Wins Texas Senate Primary as GOP Heads to Nasty Runoff

Texas held competitive 2026 primary elections where Democrat James Talarico narrowly defeated Jasmine Crockett for Senate nomination, while Republicans sent John Cornyn and Ken Paxton to a runoff after neither secured a majority.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Commentary: With midterm vote starting, here's where things stand in national redistricting fight

Trump orchestrated partisan gerrymandering in Texas to preserve Republican House control, triggering a nationwide wave of retaliatory redistricting by Democrats across multiple states.
#texas-primary-elections
US politics
fromAxios
1 month ago

Brutal Texas primary night points to trouble ahead for House incumbents

Thirty House Democrats face primary challengers who raised $100,000 or more, with a dozen out-raised by rivals, while Republicans face fewer coordinated challenges but deal with redistricting and Trump opposition.
US politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Texas's Senate Primary Has Already Made History-and It's Not Over Yet

Texas Democratic primary turnout exceeded 2 million voters, the highest in a midterm primary since 1970, suggesting potential for statewide Democratic success despite recent electoral losses.
US Elections
fromAxios
1 month ago

Trump expected to endorse Cornyn in brutal Texas Senate runoff

Trump is expected to endorse John Cornyn in the Texas Republican Senate runoff, following months of pressure from Senate leadership and establishment Republicans who view Attorney General Ken Paxton as an electoral liability due to scandals.
US Elections
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Texas primary elections: Where to vote and what's on the ballot

Texas holds open primary elections on March 3, 2026, where Republican and Democratic voters select party candidates for federal, state, judicial, and local offices, with runoffs scheduled for May 26 if no candidate exceeds 50% support.
US politics
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Polymarket Gets Major Prediction Completely Wrong After Loudly Boasting About It

Polymarket presents betting market data as breaking news without polling methodology, misleading users about prediction accuracy and market-driven outcomes.
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

The Dream of Blue Texas Rides Again

In Texas, where the Party hasn't managed to elect a Democrat as governor or to the Senate in more than thirty years, it nominated its arguably stronger candidate for the general election, and slightly more people voted in the Democratic primary than in the Republican one. I'd call that a good night.
US politics
fromWIRED
1 month ago

The Texas Senate Primary Was a Preview of Creator Wars to Come

While both candidates boast immense social media followings-Talarico with 1.6 million followers and Crockett with 2.6 million followers on TikTok-it wasn't just the candidates who drove the conversation. It was the creators around them, who offer a preview of the digital fights to come throughout the midterms and, ultimately, the 2028 presidential race.
US Elections
US Elections
fromAxios
1 month ago

GOP insiders fretting about Texas Senate primary

Republican operatives believe James Talarico has a slight edge over Jasmine Crockett in Tuesday's primary, with GOP strategists viewing Talarico's progressive Christian pitch as a stronger general election opponent than the nationally prominent liberal Crockett.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

JUST IN: Trump Set to Endorse In Bruising Texas Senate Primary, Wants Other Candidate to DROP OUT OF THE RACE!'

Trump announced he will endorse one candidate in Texas's GOP Senate runoff between incumbent John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton, demanding the non-endorsed candidate immediately drop out.
US politics
fromEsquire
1 month ago

I Sure Hope the Democrats Know What to Do After the Primaries

Texas Senate primaries show Democrats facing a difficult choice between two viable candidates while Republicans pit an unremarkable incumbent against a scandal-plagued challenger, with local elections nationwide carrying significant long-term political implications.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

What Can the Texas Primary Tell Us About Democrats?

Representative Jasmine Crockett, running in a Texas Democratic Senate primary, ejected Atlantic staff writer Elaine Godfrey from a campaign rally, adopting confrontational tactics similar to Republican strategies under Trump.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Texas primaries could test whether Latino support for GOP is holding after 2024 gains

Latino swing voters in Texas, crucial to Republican gains in 2024, show signs of shifting away from the party due to economic concerns and cost-of-living issues that could undermine GOP support in upcoming elections.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

Texas Special Election Shocker Signals Big Trouble for GOP

Recent special elections show Democrats outperforming 2024 baselines and flipping multiple state seats, signaling potential national trouble for Republicans heading into November.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

CNN Data Guru Reveals Democrats' Chances of Winning Midterm Landslide' Are Skyrocketing Thanks to Texas

Democrats’ prospects for a midterm landslide are rising as shifts in Texas and the generic House ballot narrow Republican advantages, enabling potential seat gains.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

Texas Senate Race Could Be a Match for the Ages

Texas will be central to the 2026 midterms due to a GOP gerrymander, high-stakes Senate primary, right-wing state policies, Latino voter shifts, Democratic Senate hopes.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

What Kind of Fighter Do Democrats Want?

A journalist was forcibly removed from a Democratic Senate candidate's rally after previously writing a critical profile, illustrating tensions between political campaigns and press freedom.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Democrats Had a Very Messy Week in Texas. Here's What That Means for the Rest of the Country.

U.S. politics remains chaotic as Texas' 2026 primary heats up with a contentious Democratic Senate race and Congress faces ongoing spending standoffs.
#texas-state-senate
fromFortune
2 months ago
US politics

Democrat stuns Texas GOP in special election for a state senate district that Trump won by 17 points in 2024, adding to signs of blue wave | Fortune

fromFortune
2 months ago
US politics

Democrat stuns Texas GOP in special election for a state senate district that Trump won by 17 points in 2024, adding to signs of blue wave | Fortune

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