
PoliticsbloombergwsjFT+4wapoFox Newsder-standardil-sole-24-ore28m ago7 sources Rising star Talarico topples progressive firebrand Crockett in high-stakes Texas Senate Democratic primary
State Rep. James Talarico wins Texas Democratic Senate primary, setting up historic bid to become first Democrat elected to Senate in nearly four decades.

Fight between Texas Republicans for US Senate seat leaves party on edge
Party worries a victory by Maga darling Ken Paxton over John Cornyn would open door to Democrats in red state
Four-term Republican US senator John Cornyn is fighting for his political life against…

North Carolina Begins Midterm Primaries for Senate and House
North Carolina has launched some of the first midterm primaries, featuring key races for US Senate and House seats, with Democrat Roy Cooper and Republican Michael Whatley leading polls for the Senate primary.

Texas Primaries Test Latino Support for GOP and Feature Acrimonious Senate Races
The Texas primaries are underway, testing whether the GOP's gains with Latino voters in 2024 will hold, while the state's Senate races have become increasingly personal and contentious, with a four-term Republican senator facing challengers.
Coffee Break: A Few Notes on the Incoming Surgeon General
Only one part this Friday. The president announced Casey Means, MD, would be his nominee for Surgeon General of the United States hearings in the middle of 2025. The US Senate began considering her nomination this week. The back and forth has been interesting. Where to begin? First we can start with the previous nine […]

Fierce US Senate Race in Texas Sees Millions Spent with No Clear Winner
A highly competitive race for a US Senate seat in Texas is underway, characterized by tens of millions of dollars in spending and no apparent frontrunner, with candidates and political groups rapidly investing funds.
US Senate Democrats introduce bill to force refunds of Trump tariffs deemed illegal - Reuters
US Senate Democrats introduce bill to force refunds of Trump tariffs deemed illegal Reuters

Illinois lieutenant governor seeking US Senate seat releases video of people saying 'F--- Trump'
Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton, who is seeking a seat in the U.S. Senate, issued a campaign video that features people declaring, "F--- Trump."

PoliticsAPNYTwapo+3NPRFox NewsThe Independent3h ago6 sources Roy Cooper and Michael Whatley Advance in North Carolina Senate Race
Roy Cooper and Michael Whatley have advanced in the North Carolina Senate race, setting the stage for a significant electoral battle.

US 2026 midterm primary election live updates: key races in Texas and North Carolina
Texas showdowns between Republicans John Cornyn v Ken Paxton as well as Democrats James Talarico v Jasmine Crockett have made US Senate seat most expensive primary on record
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Eight US Senate Races to Watch in 2026 Midterm Elections
Reuters highlights eight key US Senate races that are expected to be closely contested and significant in the upcoming 2026 midterm elections.

Texas Democrats Battle in Senate Primary Amid Trump Backlash
Texas Democrats James Talarico and Jasmine Crockett are employing contrasting strategies in the US Senate primary, hoping to capitalize on a backlash against Donald Trump in the traditionally Republican state.

Palace: ‘Wonder Boy’ Mike Defensor is ‘Ador Mawanay 2.0’
MANILA, Philippines — Palace press officer Claire Castro has likened Mike Defensor to infamous Senate witness Ador Mawanay, who testified against Sen. Panfilo Lacson over two decades ago but later retracted his statements. At Thursday’s briefing, Castro was asked to comment on Defensor’s warning that another group of former marines would soon come forward with their supposed firsthand

Senate Democrats investigate CBS over blocked Colbert interview
Richard Blumenthal seeks records from FCC and Paramount Global amid claims of political censorship
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US Senate Democrats are launching an investigation into whether the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and CBS parent company, Paramount, prevented Stephen Colbert, the network’s talkshow host, from broadcasting an interview with the Texas Democratic candidate, James Talarico.
Richard Blumenthal, the ranking Dem...
Historic US Senate Race Highlights Rise of Cambodian American Political Leadership
A historic US Senate race is underway, reflecting the growing influence and leadership of Cambodian Americans in the political sphere.