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“President Donald Trump and his Republican Party concluded an unconventional gathering in Dallas on Thursday, seeking to bolster their midterm election prospects.”

“At Dallas convention, some loyalists question Trump-centric midterms strategy DALLAS, Sept 11 - President Donald Trump used the Republican Party's first-ever midterm convention this week to make a risky appeal to voters: treat November's midterm elections as…”

“Concerns also linger about Trump’s historically low approval ratings and whether it helps or hurts the party to make him the focus of its midterm strategy.”

“The vote underscores the political tightrope vulnerable Republicans are attempting to walk with a little over a month until the midterm elections.”

“…ngly anxious about the Iran war, senators are set to vote Thursday on a war powers resolution seeking to halt President Donald Trump ‘s military action, which has been largely blamed for the spike in fuel prices and become a flashpoint in the midterm…”

“…an WASHINGTON, Sept 24 - The US Senate could vote as soon as Thursday to tell President Donald Trump to end the war in Iran or get Congress' authorization to continue it, as Democrats tee up a vote on the unpopular conflict before November's midterm…”

“Now, the strategy seems clear: Make up for issues of candidate quality with a massive surge of national money, the same strategy that saw Republicans make gains but ultimately fall short of taking a Senate majority during the 2022 midterm cycle.”

“The majority leader’s comments came as some Republicans who are focused on holding the House and Senate this fall have become frustrated with the president’s lack of engagement in midterm campaigning, four people involved in GOP strategy told NBC News.”

“Texas has been a focal point of Republican strategy throughout the midterm campaign season.”

“Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer said his party is facing an “obscene” amount of spending that could swamp them in the midterms.”

“Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer said his party is facing an “obscene” amount of spending that could swamp them in the midterms.”

“Introducing Democratic socialist El–Sayed at a private New York City fundraiser, Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio–Cortez explicitly raised the stakes for the midterm election on leaked tape first obtained by Politico.”

“The democratic socialist’s darling’s private remarks come as she is mulling her 2028 move and whether she should run for the White House, Senate, or House again.”

“But they are more likely to say Democrats are “too moderate” than Republicans — a reflection of the lack of unity within Democratic Party about its strategy.”

“But they are more likely to say Democrats are "too moderate" than Republicans — a reflection of the lack of unity within Democratic Party about its strategy.”

“… projects in pitch to deep-red Alabama AI generated NEW YORK – President Donald Trump declared at a rally in Alabama that his economic agenda had helped attract investment and jobs in a midterm campaign pitch to a state that has long been staunchly…”

“It is the latest stop on a swing through deep-red states to boost midterm election turnout among Republican voters and thank them for their support, amid low approval ratings for the president.”

“It is a seat Republicans must hold if they are to cling on to control of the US Senate at the midterm elections in four weeks, which are increasingly shaping as a bloodbath for the GOP.”

“…GTON - US President Donald Trump on Sept 28 said that a Minnesota company plans to build a multi-billion-dollar steel mill in Iowa, handing the administration a marquee manufacturing investment to showcase as Republicans head into November’s midterm…”

“With just weeks to go before the midterm elections, President Trump is facing challenges on multiple fronts, persistent voter concerns about the economy, rising prices for consumers, and growing questions about his strategy in the war with Iran.”

“He began by touting his accomplishments on the economy, immigration, the border and tackling violent crime, in remarks that sounded more pitched to voters in November's US midterm elections than the diplomats in Manhattan.”

““For all the attention on the hard security, technology and trade issues, that China made room for panda diplomacy was a clever strategy,” said Lin, the China managing director at The Asia Group, a Washington-based strategic advisory.”

“Even as Trump seeks to decry Democrats as communists ahead of November’s midterm elections, he is rolling out the red carpet this week for Chinese President Xi Jinping, the leader of the world’s most powerful communist country.”

“…rs of the Senate expressed deep concern on Thursday after the Pentagon's top policy adviser, Defense Undersecretary Elbridge Colby, failed to deliver an expected status update on the Trump administration's National Defense Strategy during a classified…”

“…rom both parties say they were left deeply unsettled Thursday after the Pentagon’s top policy adviser, Defense Undersecretary Elbridge Colby, failed to provide an expected update on the Trump administration’s National Defense Strategy at a classified…”

“…re caveat by Fox News comes amid signs that Trump’s frantic midterm strategy—which has involved a whole lot of lying, efforts to feign indifference, and impossible Iran war predictions—isn’t agreeing with Republicans, as more appear to distance themselves…”

“…mp will also deliver the closing remarks on Thursday after Vice-President JD Vance's keynote address, underscores the extent to which Republicans' fortunes are tethered to Trump and serves as a showcase for their strategy ahead of the Nov. 3 midterm…”

“But some experts believe a new strategy emerging from his administration could avert a more consequential defeat.”

“Here's what you need to know. - 🎧 The deal comes as Venezuela's democratic future faces uncertainty after the U.S. captured former leader Nicolás Maduro earlier this year, NPR's Franco Ordoñez tells Up First.”

“…n of Michigan - Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, Democratic nominee for governor - Sunoco chairman Ray Washburne, Republican midterm convention chair Click to browse full transcripts from 2026 of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan."MARGARET…”

“MARGARET BRENNAN: We're joined now by Colorado Democratic Congressman Jason Crow.”

“Iowa has not elected a Democratic governor since 2006, but Sand, the 44 year-old Iowa state auditor, is running to end what he calls “one-party rule” of Republican control in the governorship and state legislature.”

“The downside here to Trump's strategy so far is that it's locked the midterms into a pure referendum on him.”

“Women candidates central to Democrats’ midterm strategy Democrats have placed women candidates at the centre of their campaign to regain the House majority.”

“Veteran Democratic pollster Cornell Belcher joins Zeteo’s John Harwood to answer those questions and more – unpacking what’s at stake these midterms, why he thinks Democrats could take back both the House and Senate, and why the forces driving voters go far…”

“In June 2025, as the 2026 midterm elections were starting to heat up, a newly formed company named Arizona Land Reserve made a huge donation to the Nevada Republican Party.”

“The Human Rights Campaign, one of the largest transgender advocacy lobbying groups in the country, has turned its back on two Democratic congressional candidates for going against a key position in the progressive wing’s pro-LGBT platform.”

“…ar campaign against what is a very real rise in progressive politics and democratic socialism.' St Clair, who had a high-profile split from Musk and is now suing X, thinks it's a waste of time to talk about influencers because they have no institutional…”

“On the debate stage this week with his Democratic opponent, however, Jackson discussed Trump only when Keisha Lance Bottoms brought him up.”

“Former President Barack Obama is throwing his support behind Pennsylvania Democratic Gov.”

“Former President Barack Obama has backed candidates running in the most competitive races in the midterm elections, dishing out a slate of endorsements in the final month before the general election.”

“Ashley Hinson. - The Democratic National Committee sued the Trump administration over taxpayer-funded ads that portrayed the president favorably, arguing the ads put Democrats at an electoral disadvantage. - For subscribers: The race for governor in Wisconsin…”

“Democrats in tight Midwest US races split on trans rights strategy Oct 8 - After being caught flat-footed on transgender issues in the last US election, Democrats in tight midterm races are pursuing different strategies, with some adopting more conservative…”

“Sherrod Brown, the Democratic former senator from Ohio hoping to return to office in November’s midterm elections, has spent the past year traveling across his home state explaining to voters about all the ways the “system is rigged” against them.”

“Washington – Former President Barack Obama headlined a fundraiser for the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee Wednesday night to discuss the stakes of the upcoming midterm election.”

“David’s view Prick up your ears, and you can hear it — the sound of many different kinds of Democrats grabbing credit for midterm victories that aren’t official yet.”

“Two of those aides, James Blair and Chris LaCivita, are spending most of their time spearheading midterms spending for Trump’s PAC.”

“This bold flurry is a stark contrast with Democratic leaders, who would like to start really shaping their agenda … after the midterm elections.”

“With Republicans pouring money into advertising in battleground states, often outpacing their Democratic opponents by significant margins, there's still the possibility that the situation will improve in the final month of the midterm campaign.”

“…t statements made on livestreams have created a trove of clips for Republicans to farm as they equate the streamer to Democratic candidates in the midterm elections, framing hopefuls who campaigned with him, such as Michigan’s Abdul el Sayed, as…”

“Prominent election deniers have spent recent weeks stoking fears over US election security before next month’s midterms, echoing claims pushed by Donald Trump to justify asserting more control over voting.”

“Last week, it was leaked audio of Paxton admitting that Trump’s ballyhooed midterm convention had actually hurt his numbers.”

“…blicans return to tough-on-crime message ahead of difficult midterm elections Republicans are focusing on crime and public disorder in midterm election campaigns, as voters grow frustrated with their handling of the cost of living and the war with Iran…”

“A new poll from the news agency Reuters and the research firm Ipsos has found that United States President Donald Trump’s approval rating remains at a record low as the midterm elections approach in November.”

“Lauren French, senior adviser for the Democrats' Senate Majority PAC, joins CBS News to discuss how finances have been spent during the 2026 midterm campaign.”

“Jim Pillen as part of a multi-state swing ahead of the upcoming midterm elections.”

“In 2021, when Gosar was censured by the US House for posting an animated video that depicted him killing Democratic congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and attacking Joe Biden, Harmony recorded an outraged defense of her boss for his YouTube channel.”

“WASHINGTON — House Democrats are expanding their target list of GOP-held seats to flip, in a bid to project confidence less than a month out from the midterm elections.”

“Her framing reflects much of President Donald Trump’s perspective on November’s midterm elections, as he told voters at a campaign rally in Ohio on Saturday night they should pretend his name is on the ballot, rather than the respective actual candidates.”

“…Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer "lives in fear" of the Democratic Party's far-left wing Saturday on "My View with Lara Trump," arguing the longtime New York lawmaker has increasingly deferred to progressives as Republicans and Democrats head into the…”

“…sive candidates like El-Sayed prevail in primaries, and the Democratic party stresses unity in the face of its midterm challenge to Republicans, Medicare for All remains a pressure point – embraced by the party’s left but often considered a liability by…”

“In Florida, a different kind of heat is threatening to burn Republicans — a firestorm of political backlash that could at best force the GOP to spend millions more in the midterms, and at worst cost the party what should be a safely red House seat.”

“Americans will never accept the Democratic party’s slide to the left, or so desperate Republicans are hoping.”

“The Tejano music star turned Democratic congressional candidate had barely begun canvassing in the high school football stadium in Edinburg, Texas, when a 15-year-old girl came rushing up to him.”

“Advocates said they are frustrated and resigned to White House‘s inaction on abortion in the wake of a new report that the Department of Justice is standing down on the issue until after the midterm elections.”

“Log in House Republicans are reportedly in "triage mode" heading into the 2026 midterm elections, according to a new report.”

“That narrative has emerged ahead of the United States midterm elections in November, as races across the country enter their final stretch.”

“The strategy behind 10X Votes is simple, but powerful, the creators say.”

“President Donald Trump is planning to visit at least 10 states during the final month before the midterm elections, embarking on an aggressive blitz as Republicans fight to maintain control of Congress.”

“…inds facing the GOP as President Donald Trump kicks off his midterm tour. — Adam Wollner The shifting Senate map By Bridget Bowman A big move today from a leading Republican super PAC underscores the increasingly tough Senate landscape the party is…”

“…e has described the NABEP agreement as part of a three-part strategy of stabilization, reconstruction and eventual democratic transition, arguing that restoring oil production is necessary to rebuild Venezuela’s economy and reduce the influence of China,…”

“I was the National Republican Congressional Committee’s communications director in 1990, responsible for media and television advertising strategy in President George H.W.”

“There may be some wisdom in the strategy, but that approach – drumming down and appeasing an already loyal base – seems to have become the media-obsessed Trump White House’s guiding political strategy too, a choice that risks self-sabotage as the midterms…”

“In today’s ‘First Draft,’ you’ll discover what the GOP and Trumpworld elite REALLY think about their collective decision to make a lone California-based Twitch streamer one of the main characters of the 2026 U.S. midterm elections.”

“Senate Democrats may have denied Republicans a midterm win by blocking a GOP senator’s bipartisan data center bill, but in the process, they revealed an out-of-sync party strategy over how to handle the increasingly contentious campaign issue.”

“The Democratic National Committee said, “Trump and Vance are desperately trying to rally their base as the midterm elections approach and Republicans face defeat.””

“AS DEMOCRATIC OPERATIVES brace for the final weeks of the midterm campaign, they’ve been pleased to discover that they may not need to actually get above 50 percent of the vote to win in several key races.”

“Trump credited his controversial tariff strategy for making the announcement possible, saying, "Our trade agreement with South Korea, they have to invest hundreds of billions of dollars."”

“A Democratic Senate is unlikely to confirm any Trump appointee to the Supreme Court and probably to any federal court, and would likely extract concessions from any nominee to a high policy position — unless Pennsylvania’s John Fetterman denies Democrats…”

“President Donald Trump and Republicans in November’s midterms, it may be onto something: a senior Trump adviser just signalled that the White House sees the Canada-U.S. trade spat as politically sensitive.”

“Log in An advisor to President Donald Trump has broken with the upbeat messaging coming out of the White House concerning the midterms and warned it is unlikely to turn out well for Republicans.”

“The junta running Iran, drawn from the not-so-talented retirees of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps and maybe half a Supreme Leader, counted on domestic pressure on President Trump as a result of the imminent midterm elections to force him to the table.”

“ATLANTA (AP) — Republicans once saw Georgia and North Carolina as promising pieces of their strategy to keep control of the Senate.”

“And yet, the man leading Republicans’ 2026 midterm strategy, former deputy White House chief of staff James Blair, told me that the GOP’s electoral prospects aren’t anywhere near as dire as the polls or the party skeptics suggest.”

“Araghchi told NBC News’ “Meet the Press” on Sunday, when asked about a Wall Street Journal report that Trump could seek to resume bombing after the U.S. midterm elections.”

“Mark Kelly, D-Ariz, said Sunday that the Democratic party needs to do a “better job” if they were to win control of Congress in November’s midterm elections.”

“In the run-up to the US midterm elections, Swing Left – a grassroots political group focused on electing Democrats to office – has spent time canvassing in dozens of districts across the country to hear from hundreds of thousands of voters.”

“Log in National Republican campaign groups are pouring massive sums into Senate races across the country as fresh polling indicates the party is struggling to defend typically reliable red territory ahead of the midterms.”

“Two months before the midterm elections, the Republican Party has a problem.”

“Naturally, over the course of his decadeslong career, his politics have forged a tight-knit friendship between his party, Partido dos Trabalhadores, and the Democratic Socialists of America.”

“The midterm elections coming in less than 40 days are a binary choice between common sense and chaos.”

“Log in President Donald Trump's unpopular policies and dismal approval ratings have fellow Republicans in his ruby-red home state of Florida on edge over the looming midterm elections.”

“…me Court blocks Trump-backed Missouri congressional map In a case watched across the country and as voting begins in the midterm elections, the Supreme Court blocked a congressional map in Missouri that was aimed at netting Republicans another seat in the…”

“MONTGOMERY, Alabama (AP) — President Donald Trump vowed to campaign in 35 of the most competitive battleground districts in the final sprint to November’s midterm elections.”

“In a world of 15-second attention spans, lacking any evidence of sequential thought, the overwhelmingly stronger pro-conflict case must be spoon-fed to the electorate as midterm elections approach.”

“In August, the Democratic congressional campaign committee added Texas 23 to its target list, denoting a shift in strategy from previous assumptions that the district was irredeemably Republican.”

“Ashley Hinson (R-IA) wants Iowa to know she can work with Democrats while holding an endorsement from President Donald Trump as she takes on Democratic state Rep.”

“His administration’s national security strategy, published in December 2025, was described by one former Pentagon official as a “manifesto for the global far right”.”

“Plus, Natasha Korecki examines Republicans’ messaging strategy in Texas. — Adam Wollner GOP defections from Trump start to pile up By Adam Wollner During his address to the United Nations General Assembly today, President Donald Trump reiterated that he…”

“While that plan was foiled for the midterms, other electoral threats abound.”

“Some of President Donald Trump’s allies are worrying that his kind words for Zohran Mamdani, the socialist mayor of New York City, are undercutting the party’s midterm election-focused message attacking “communism.””

“The electoral engines driving the House GOP's rightmost flank have been working overtime this midterm season to promote its chosen candidates in both primary and general elections.”

“The text retreads major talking points that the Democratic senator delivered in a controversial video appearance at the Republican party’s midterm convention earlier this month, where he railed against “extremes” and promised to “stand with America.””

“This helped prop up the democratic facade, of course.”

“…the massively popular Texas-based influencer who has backed Democratic candidates like Hinojosa and Senate candidate James Talarico told me it is “heartbreaking” that ICE shootings like this have become a common enough occurrence for people to have become…”

“On September 9, President Donald Trump announced his intention to pay every American adult $5,000 if his party wins the House and the Senate in the upcoming midterm elections.”

“The strategy highlights Trump's effort to keep voters focused on outrage over the previous administration rather than concerns over his own presidency, with six weeks remaining until the November 3 midterm elections.”

“Every single indicator shows that Republicans are headed for an absolute disaster of a midterm election.”

“Lots of voters want to move on President Trump is still talking about the 2020 election — even as early voting is underway in this midterm cycle and the Republican majorities in Congress are at risk.”

“It had the look and sound of a Democratic campaign policy event, set in one of the nation’s Democratic-voting strongholds.”

““California Republicans know their loyalty to a toxic MAGA brand is a losing strategy,” said Anna Elsasser, spokesperson for the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee.”

“Headlines from this year’s midterm primaries have ping-ponged back and forth – between major wins for progressives and moderates in Democratic races, defeats and victories for big money, and tests of Trump’s power over the Republican party.”

“A similar effort was undertaken several decades ago under Pierre Trudeau’s “Third Option” strategy with the European community.”

“That strategy has appeal beyond Democratic circles, Fahey said, because it addresses issues that cross partisan lines.”

“‘Surrender, not strategy,’ a Democratic operative says Wealthy donors and philanthropic groups have reduced their support of many liberal causes since the 2024 presidential election.”

“As the conflict drags on with no coherent U.S. strategy, J.P.”

“For decades, the United States has served as the world’s democratic force for good.”

“Republicans insist they are playing offense before November’s midterm elections, but the party’s biggest spenders are increasingly investing into deep-red states that President Donald Trump has never lost.”

“…nah Goldberg, Megan McArdle, and Kevin Williamson to discuss why GOP midterm candidates aren’t heeding President Donald Trump’s electoral advice, as well as Texas Railroad Commission candidate Bo French’s racist tweet about a University of Texas football…”

“Still, Rubio has been a hidden hand throughout, helping craft the Trump administration’s strategy while privately advising the officials who play a more public role in the peace talks.”

“Today, we bring you a memo sent to Republican candidates urging them to set out a clear economic message or face a midterm wipeout.”

“In an interview with MS Now, Piker addressed his previous comments in which he said the U.S. deserved 9/11, and explained his decision to get involved in politics for the 2026 midterm election cycle.”

“And yes, there are still myriad ways Trump could try to tamper with the upcoming midterms—and it’s all but certain that he’ll try to spin any Democratic victories as fraudulent, at least in the minds of his own base.”

“Giffords relied on national polling from the Democratic firm Global Strategy Group to determine where it could have the biggest impact, asking voters how concerned they are about public safety and how much they support stronger gun laws.”

“Without a clear leader in the party, many Democrats still look to Obama for advice and guidance on policy and political strategy.”

“James Talarico, the Democratic candidate for Senate in Texas, accused his rival Ken Paxton of “ignoring” survivors of Jeffrey Epstein’s sexual abuse, as Democrats seek to increase pressure on Republicans ahead of November’s midterm elections.”

“Trump and Musk super PACs unleash millions to boost Republicans in battleground races NEW YORK, Sept 11 - The two biggest Republican money players in the 2026 midterm elections – U.S.”

“David’s view House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries shared good news with his caucus this week: His Democrats’ bid for a midterm campaign focused on “affordability” is cutting through the noise.”

“…e two parties compete for control of Congress in November’s midterm elections, the rise of democratic socialist ideas within the Democratic party has set off a debate among left-leaning leaders and voters about how best to counter Trump’s cultural dominance,…”

“WASHINGTON — As the year’s midterm primaries draw to a close, Tuesday’s results in Florida, Wyoming and Alaska continued to underscore an unpredictable election season marked by unreliable polls, intra-party divides and surprise showings by political…”

“The far-left Twitch streamer has boosted socialist candidates even as he created headaches for the broader Democratic Party in a midterm election cycle where it hopes to make major gains.”

“Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed is seeking to appear more moderate to voters while, at the same time, maintaining ties to individuals who take positions far to the left of anything he publicly endorses.”

“Next week, we’ll launch our midterms model, with complete forecasts of the 435 U.S.”

“Democratic candidates have even tied data centers to their midterm anti-corruption message, arguing that Trump supports building more precisely because they benefit those Big Tech executives.”

“Republicans are facing the prospect of losing their congressional majorities in the November midterm elections, a result that could open his administration to subpoenas and investigations under a Democratic-led Congress.”

“…tends that while the House appears poised for a substantial Democratic gain because midterm elections typically punish the president’s party and Donald Trump remains deeply unpopular, the Senate is more complex, with Republicans holding a structural advantage…”

“The Pine Tree State race is a linchpin of Senate Democratic strategy to win a majority in the chamber, which Republicans now control 53-47.”

“Yesterday, Kennedy suggested that Democratic governor Josh Shapiro’s announcement of the deaths might “have been altogether fabricated by one of the Governor’s hopeful staffers.””

“With just over two months to go before the US's midterm elections, Democrats face a problem that goes beyond the familiar question of how to beat President Donald Trump: they are still arguing over what the Democratic Party should actually stand for.”

“Democratic states sue to block postal service from carrying out Trump's mail-in voting order Two dozen states and the District of Columbia filed a fresh lawsuit on Wednesday to block Donald Trump’s executive order restricting mail voting in this year’s…”

“Across California and the nation, civic organizations, voting rights advocates and Democratic leaders are preparing for a raft of potential actions by the Trump administration to interfere in, subvert or deny November’s midterm vote.”

“In previous elections, when presidents had approval ratings below 50%, their parties have almost always performed poorly in the midterms.”

“Much like the Calgary Stampede in Canada, the Iowa State Fair is a crucial stop for politicians to meet voters, making it a hotbed for political debates — especially when U.S. midterms are coming up.”