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US War in Iran Costs Reach $37.5 Billion, Pentagon Chief Tells Lawmakers
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth reported the rising cost amid renewed bombings and political tensions ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
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US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth reported the rising cost amid renewed bombings and political tensions ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
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Jamie Metzl urges House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries and Democratic leaders to confront the Democratic Socialists of America’s agenda to prevent damage to the party and American democracy.
Fox News Latest | Jul 21, 2026, 8:52 PM
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For the first time in history, President Donald Trump has used Section 338 of the 1930 Tariff Act to impose steep tariffs on Canadian imports, escalating trade tensions with one of America's closest partners.
Fox News Latest | Jul 21, 2026, 7:17 PM
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Defending Our Values PAC backs Republican candidates Rhett Marques and Scott Singer in crucial 2026 primaries to help preserve GOP House majority amid growing AI policy debates.
Fox News Latest | Jul 21, 2026, 10:36 AMgeneral
A growing divide within the Democratic Party emerges as Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders endorse Abdul El-Sayed, opposing Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer's pick in a critical Michigan primary.
Fox News Latest | Jul 20, 2026, 2:20 PMgeneral
Despite opposition from Senator Warner, Jay Clayton is expected to be confirmed as DNI due to Republican Senate control.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 19, 2026, 6:33 PMpolitics
President Trump’s insistence on passing the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE America) Act is causing friction within the Republican Party as the midterm elections approach.
The Hill | Jul 18, 2026, 10:21 PMus
Republican Congressman Ralph Norman announces Senate bid despite Donald Trump's backing of Darline Graham, Lindsey Graham's sister, in the upcoming GOP primary.
Guardian US | Jul 18, 2026, 8:10 PMgeneral
Former CNN anchor Jim Acosta criticized networks for airing President Donald Trump's primetime address live, calling it irresponsible without real-time fact-checking.
Fox News Latest | Jul 18, 2026, 6:26 PMpolitics
The D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals temporarily lifts a lower court block on USPS restrictions for mail-in ballots lacking eligible voter lists, while other legal challenges continue.
The Hill | Jul 18, 2026, 5:15 PMgeneral
The U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Washington, D.C., paused a lower court injunction, allowing the Trump administration to advance its proposed election oversight rule, though the policy remains blocked in Massachusetts.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 18, 2026, 3:09 PMpolitics
California Governor Gavin Newsom sharply criticized former President Donald Trump’s primetime speech casting doubt on U.S. election security, warning it signals attempts to interfere in the 2026 midterms.
The Hill | Jul 17, 2026, 11:54 PMworld
US President Donald Trump’s recent address raised concerns among minority communities and drew rebuke from China’s foreign ministry and Chinese-American groups.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 17, 2026, 11:36 PMus
Donald Trump urges Darline Graham to run in South Carolina’s special Republican primary after being appointed to fill her late brother’s Senate seat.
Guardian US | Jul 17, 2026, 9:18 PMgeneral
President Trump praised his administration’s achievements and outlined election security concerns in a primetime speech aimed at energizing Republicans for the upcoming midterm elections.
Washington Times News | Jul 17, 2026, 4:12 AMworld
US President Donald Trump alleges China obtained 220 million voter records and claims election system vulnerabilities, contradicting past US intelligence findings.
BBC World | Jul 17, 2026, 3:12 AMworld
US President Donald Trump will address the nation in a prime-time speech focusing on escalating foreign conflicts and domestic political issues ahead of the 2026 midterms.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 17, 2026, 1:34 AMpolitics
On July 15, 2026, the House approved a fiscal year 2027 appropriations bill funding the State Department and national security programs, while also advancing the contentious Save America Act linked to the spending measure.
The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 10:17 PMpolitics
The National Republican Congressional Committee expands its slate to 24 candidates targeting competitive House districts in the 2026 midterm elections.
The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 7:29 PMgeneral
The Human Rights Campaign has endorsed 29 candidates in key districts, prompting scrutiny over alignment with the group's progressive stances amid ongoing cultural controversies.
Fox News Latest | Jul 15, 2026, 5:45 PMus
Controversial datacenter projects in Michigan and Wisconsin are dividing Democratic voters and threatening the party’s midterm prospects in key battleground states.
Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 1:08 PMus
Former President Joe Biden will publish a memoir covering his presidency, including his economic policies and decision to forgo a second term, scheduled for release shortly after the 2026 midterm elections.
Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 1:04 PMpolitics
The second annual Hill Nation Summit brings bipartisan discussions on policy and economic challenges amid a pivotal midterm election year.
The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 12:11 PMpolitics
Republican leaders aim to finalize a party-line budget bill before the midterm campaign season intensifies, but face challenges within their ranks.
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