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Obama Takes Campaign Message to Georgia as Trump Visits Ohio
Former President Barack Obama and President Donald Trump took their campaigns to Georgia and Ohio as Democrats and Republicans sharpen their closing messages ahead of the midterm elections. High-profile Senate and gubernatorial contests in Georgia, Michigan and Ohio are also drawing national attention.
Election 2026: Democrats, Republicans and DOJ Prepare for Expanded Poll Monitoring
Election monitoring efforts are expanding ahead of the 2026 midterms amid questions about voter protection, election security and polling place oversight.
Ready to vote, Ohio? Here are the dates and details to know
Everything you need to know to vote in the upcoming election including, registration deadlines, early voting hours, mail ballot rules, and photo ID requirements.
McConnell returns to the Senate for the first time since his June hospitalization
Sen. Mitch McConnell returned to the Senate for the first time since his June hospitalization, making his first appearance back on Capitol Hill in months.
House Speaker Mike Johnson says Trump’s $5,000 ‘dividend’ needs congressional approval
House Speaker Mike Johnson says President Donald Trump would need congressional approval for his proposal to send $5,000 to American adults if Republicans retain control of Congress in November. Trump says the payments will happen.
Democrats and activist groups plan to push back if Trump tries to interfere in midterm elections
Democratic state parties and activist groups are preparing for possible disruptions during the 2026 midterms, including recruiting volunteers for polling places, planning protests and developing legal strategies.
Obama Takes Campaign Message to Georgia as Trump Visits Ohio
Former President Barack Obama and President Donald Trump took their campaigns to Georgia and Ohio as Democrats and Republicans sharpen their closing messages ahead of the midterm elections. High-profile Senate and gubernatorial contests in Georgia, Michigan and Ohio are also drawing national attention.
Election 2026: Democrats, Republicans and DOJ Prepare for Expanded Poll Monitoring
Election monitoring efforts are expanding ahead of the 2026 midterms amid questions about voter protection, election security and polling place oversight.
Ready to vote, Ohio? Here are the dates and details to know
Everything you need to know to vote in the upcoming election including, registration deadlines, early voting hours, mail ballot rules, and photo ID requirements.
McConnell returns to the Senate for the first time since his June hospitalization
Sen. Mitch McConnell returned to the Senate for the first time since his June hospitalization, making his first appearance back on Capitol Hill in months.
House Speaker Mike Johnson says Trump’s $5,000 ‘dividend’ needs congressional approval
House Speaker Mike Johnson says President Donald Trump would need congressional approval for his proposal to send $5,000 to American adults if Republicans retain control of Congress in November. Trump says the payments will happen.
Democrats and activist groups plan to push back if Trump tries to interfere in midterm elections
Democratic state parties and activist groups are preparing for possible disruptions during the 2026 midterms, including recruiting volunteers for polling places, planning protests and developing legal strategies.
