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Today: August 25, 2026
Today: August 25, 2026

Midterm elections

Election|Political|World

Federal judge blocks enforcement of Ohio proof-of-citizenship requirement for voter registration

A federal judge has blocked enforcement of an Ohio law requiring eligible residents to produce documentary proof of citizenship when attempting to register to vote at a motor vehicle bureau

Federal judge blocks enforcement of Ohio proof-of-citizenship requirement for voter registration
Business|Economy|Education|Election|Finance|Health|Political|Stock Markets|US

US voters favor Democratic Party on cost of living, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

The Democratic Party has gained a significant edge over Republicans in voter perceptions on which party has a better approach to the cost

US voters favor Democratic Party on cost of living, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Election|Political|US|World

US judge blocks Ohio law requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration

A U.S. judge on Tuesday blocked an Ohio law requiring residents to present documentary proof of citizenship when registering to vote at the battleground state's motor

US judge blocks Ohio law requiring proof of citizenship for voter registration
Arts|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Sports

Minnesota school facing $7K price spike for mascot costume over proposed tariffs on Canadian imports

Minnesota school facing $7K price spike for mascot costume over proposed tariffs on Canadian imports

Minnesota school facing $7K price spike for mascot costume over proposed tariffs on Canadian imports
Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Trump heads into midterms short on foreign policy wins

With the Iran war now at a costly standoff and crises from Ukraine to Gaza still unresolved, President Donald Trump's

Trump heads into midterms short on foreign policy wins
Economy|Environment|Science|Technology

Governors' races are being increasingly buffeted by the toxic politics of data centers

More governors are shifting their stances or taking more steps to squeeze data centers, as the midterm elections near and public opinion sours on the energy-hungry behemoths

Governors' races are being increasingly buffeted by the toxic politics of data centers
Business|Economy|US|World

US to announce steps to help refiners produce more fuel, energy chief Wright says

U.S.

US to announce steps to help refiners produce more fuel, energy chief Wright says
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump approval falls to 33%, lowest of his presidency, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

President Donald Trump's approval rating fell to the lowest level of his presidency, with an overwhelming majority of Americans concerned the U.S. war

Trump approval falls to 33%, lowest of his presidency, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Economy|Election|Political|US

Democrats disagree over abolishing or reforming ICE at DNC meeting

Democrats have approved dueling messages on immigration enforcement, disagreeing on whether U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement should be abolished or reformed

Democrats disagree over abolishing or reforming ICE at DNC meeting
Election|Political|US|World

The first midterm primaries of 2026, by the numbers

The first primaries of the year weren’t short on drama

The first midterm primaries of 2026, by the numbers
Business|Economy|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Democrats are gathering to give final approval to their 2028 presidential primary calendar

Democrats are gathering to finalize their 2028 presidential primary calendar this week, setting the stage for a wide-open contest to succeed President Donald Trump and chart a path ahead as the party’s voters oscillate between progressive and more moderate candidates

Democrats are gathering to give final approval to their 2028 presidential primary calendar
Election|Sports|US|Videos

Obama endorses Iowa Democrat Turek for the US Senate in a video of them playing basketball

Former President Barack Obama is endorsing Iowa Democrat Josh Turek in his U.S. Senate bid

Obama endorses Iowa Democrat Turek for the US Senate in a video of them playing basketball
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Finance|Political|Technology

Trump's attacks on mail balloting and concerns over delays turn midterms spotlight on Postal Service

The U.S. Postal Service is emerging as a pivotal player as the midterm elections approach

Trump's attacks on mail balloting and concerns over delays turn midterms spotlight on Postal Service
Business|Economy|Finance|Sports|Stock Markets|US

Sports betting industry spending on US midterm elections surpasses $72 million

DraftKings, FanDuel and other online sports betting companies have ramped up election spending on the U.S. midterms to at least $72 million so far, the

Sports betting industry spending on US midterm elections surpasses $72 million
Economy|Political|World

Just one in three Americans back Iran war, most unsure of Trump's goals, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Just one in three Americans support the war on Iran, the lowest reading in a Reuters/Ipsos poll since the five-month-old conflict's early

Just one in three Americans back Iran war, most unsure of Trump's goals, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets

Republicans decry a new Democratic Socialists of America platform as Dem primaries split the party

A new platform from the progressive Democratic Socialists of America is sparking Republican attacks

Republicans decry a new Democratic Socialists of America platform as Dem primaries split the party
World

US House votes to curb Trump's Iran war powers but Senate backs president

The Republican-led U.S.

US House votes to curb Trump's Iran war powers but Senate backs president
Economy|Political|World

The Latest: Hegseth estimates Iran war has cost $37.5B so far

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the Iran war has cost $37.5 billion, so far

The Latest: Hegseth estimates Iran war has cost $37.5B so far
Crime|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Maine Democrats, rattled by Platner's downfall, protest fatal ICE shooting

As bewildered Maine Democrats face a deadline to replace Graham Platner after his U.S.

Maine Democrats, rattled by Platner's downfall, protest fatal ICE shooting
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

US drivers may soon see pump prices climb back up to $4

Americans could soon see gasoline prices top $4 a gallon again as renewed hostilities between the U.S. and Iran have pushed energy prices higher by

US drivers may soon see pump prices climb back up to $4
Business|Economy|Education|Health|Political

It was supposed to be Trump’s big legislative achievement. It could be a weapon for Democrats to win in the midterms

It was supposed to be Trump’s big legislative achievement. It could be a weapon for Democrats to win in the midterms

It was supposed to be Trump’s big legislative achievement. It could be a weapon for Democrats to win in the midterms
Business|Economy|Finance|World

US oil companies see big profit jump, gird for clash over pump prices with Trump

U.S. oil companies are set to report their strongest quarterly profits in years, courting a possible clash with President Donald Trump, who has

US oil companies see big profit jump, gird for clash over pump prices with Trump
Business|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US

CNN analysis: Turnout in this year’s primary elections clearly favors Democrats so far

CNN analysis: Turnout in this year’s primary elections clearly favors Democrats so far

CNN analysis: Turnout in this year’s primary elections clearly favors Democrats so far
Business|Election|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

Trump got the Senate candidates he wanted. How much will he spend to help them?

President Donald Trump has reshaped the U.S. Senate map by sidelining some Republican incumbents and promoting loyalists

Trump got the Senate candidates he wanted. How much will he spend to help them?