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‘Like it’s 2024 again’: Trump takes centre stage in 2026 midterm elections
Joanna Insco, Al Jazeera English
With control of Congress in the balance, officials say the president plans to campaign as if he were 'on the ballot'.
Feb 27, 2026, 3:50 PM
GOP stays competitive in midterms despite Trump's negative ratings: Poll
Emily Guskin, Abcnews.com
Republicans increasingly want their party to follow Trump's direction.
Feb 25, 2026, 11:01 AM
Read Trump's 2026 State of the Union address
NPR
Read President Trump's State of the Union delivered on Feb. 14.
Feb 25, 2026, 6:07 AM
President Trump set to deliver first State of the Union address of his second term
Danielle Kurtzleben, NPR
Facing low approval ratings and ahead of midterm elections in November, President Trump delivers the first State of the Union address of his second term as president Tuesday night.
Feb 24, 2026, 11:00 PM
How to watch Trump's 2026 State of the Union address live tonight
Sarah Beth Hensley, Abcnews.com
The address will be Trump's first State of the Union during his second term.
Feb 24, 2026, 1:50 PM
State of the Union: Trump expected to tout achievements ahead of midterms
Michelle Stoddart, Abcnews.com
The president will make his case to Americans amid growing controversy over his domestic and foreign policies.
Feb 24, 2026, 11:19 AM
Trump set to deliver second term’s first State of the Union: What to expect
Joseph Stepansky, Al Jazeera English
The US president's polarising policies risk voter backlash in the November midterm elections.
Feb 24, 2026, 1:54 AM
Special elections pattern suggests GOP could face rout in midterms
Garrett Owen, Salon
Democrats are outperforming past baselines in Trump-era districts, though the Senate map remains steep
Feb 23, 2026, 5:00 PM
Donald Trump’s actions stir election concerns in the lead-up to US midterms
Joseph Stepansky, Al Jazeera English
November midterms will be first major US election since Trump took office and follow false claims over 2020 loss.
Feb 23, 2026, 7:58 AM
How Trump will use his State of the Union address to sell skeptical midterm voters on his plans
JOSH BOAK and MICHELLE L. PRICE, Yahoo Entertainment
President Donald Trump 's State of the Union address on Tuesday is likely to be a test run of the message that Republicans will give to voters in November's ...
Feb 23, 2026, 5:03 AM
How Justice Alito’s Retirement Might Upend the Midterms
Ed Kilgore, New York Magazine
Justice Samuel Alito’s retirement might upend the midterms. Republicans believe the Kavanaugh fight saved the GOP Senate in 2018. They’d love to see a repeat, but it could backfire this time.
Feb 21, 2026, 10:00 AM
WATCH: Proposed billionaire tax divides Democrats
ABC News, Abcnews.com
A proposed one-time 5% tax on billionaires in California is causing division between prominent national Democratic Party figures as the party seeks a unifying message ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Feb 19, 2026, 5:41 PM
Trump’s “Mission Accomplished” moment gives Democrats an opening
Heather Digby Parton, Salon
The president falsely claimed he "fixed" the affordability crisis. He and the GOP will pay in the November midterms
Feb 17, 2026, 2:00 PM
States ready to seize Supreme Court redistricting decision amid countdown to midterm elections
Joan Biskupic, CNN Chief Supreme Court Analyst, CNN
Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill arrived at the Supreme Court shortly before 10 a.m. on January 9 and took a seat in the spectator section of the...
Feb 14, 2026, 2:30 PM
'Democrats are on offense': House Dems' campaign arm adds 5 seats to target list
Oren Oppenheim, ABC News
The DCCC said it's targeting seats in Minnesota, Colorado and elsewhere.
Feb 10, 2026, 12:15 PM
Election expert says Trump posts on false election conspiracies ‘appear like it’s more about 2026’ then 2020
CNN
David Becker, the Executive Director & Founder of The Center for Election Innovation & Research joins Inside Politics to discuss the deluge of 2020 election ...
Feb 9, 2026, 7:35 PM
Democrats' Special Election Winning Streak Makes Me Wanna Lib Out Like It's Summer 2016
Lauren Tousignant, Jezebel
The vibes are getting dangerously hopeful.
Feb 9, 2026, 12:19 PM
Democrats will stop Trump from trying to nationalize midterms, Jeffries says
Sam Levine in New York, Yahoo Entertainment
Top House Democrat says president’s suggestion for Republicans to ‘take over’ elections really means ‘steal it’
Feb 8, 2026, 5:41 PM
Democratic Sen. Schiff says Trump intends to 'subvert' 2026 midterm elections
Ford McCracken, ABC News
"They're willing to go to extraordinary and lawless lengths," Schiff said.
Feb 8, 2026, 4:40 PM
The Texas Senate Primary Is Getting Ugly. Can Dems Pull It Together?
Nikkimccannramirez, Rolling Stone
The Democratic primary for U.S. Senate in Texas between James Talarico and Jasmine Crockett has been getting ugly. Can the party get it together?
Feb 7, 2026, 3:00 PM
Democrats Had a Very Messy Week in Texas. Here’s What That Means for the Rest of the Country.
Jim Newell, Slate Magazine
Yes, Democrats’ odds of winning a Senate seat in Texas are low, but Republicans look ready to make things interesting.
Feb 7, 2026, 10:45 AM
Virginia Democrats show map to counter Trump redistricting but its future is unclear
Jahd Khalil, NPR
The new map still requires approval from the courts and the voters but, if enacted, it could help Democrats win four more House seats
Feb 6, 2026, 1:58 AM
Democrats win special elections in Texas. How significant is it for Trump?
Ali Harb, Al Jazeera English
US president dismisses Democratic victory in Texas State Senate district he won by 17 points as a 'local' race.
Feb 2, 2026, 7:32 PM
Texas Democrat’s win a ‘wake-up call’ for Republicans ahead of 2026 elections
Internazionale, Internazionale.it
By Bo EricksonWASHINGTON, Feb 1 (Reuters) - A Democratic candidate won a special election for the Texas state senate by a double-digit margin, taking control from Republi… Leggi
Feb 1, 2026, 6:23 PM