US President Donald Trump downplayed a surge in consumer inflation to a three-year high, calling the May CPI data "great." The inflation, driven by soaring energy prices from the US-Israel war in Iran, presents a challenge for Republicans before midterm elections.
Inflation hit a three-year high in May, driven by soaring gas prices, posing a challenge for the Federal Reserve and the Trump administration as midterm elections approach. Consumer prices rose 4.2% year-over-year.
Former official Bian Qingzu stated that the 2026 US midterm elections will significantly impact China-US relations, noting "anti-Trump sentiment" and the potential Democratic Party gains in Congress.
Top Democrats express concern over Bill Pulte's temporary appointment as Director of National Intelligence, citing his lack of national security experience and potential to advance Trump's unfounded voter fraud claims, potentially disrupting national security and voter integrity ahead of midterm elections.
As US midterm elections near, congressional Republicans are increasingly defying President Trump, voting with Democrats on resolutions like requiring congressional approval for hostilities against Iran and aiding Ukraine, amidst public disapproval of Trump's administration and concerns over his policies.
The Supreme Court has allowed Alabama to use a Republican-drawn congressional map for the 2026 midterms, overturning a lower court ruling that found the map intentionally discriminatory. This decision is expected to result in six Republican-leaning districts and one Democratic-leaning district, potentially costing a Democratic representative his seat.
Voters in six US states participate in critical midterm primary elections today, deciding candidates for November's general election. Key races include open Senate seats in Iowa and Montana, a vulnerable House seat in New Jersey, and gubernatorial contests in New Mexico and California.
In the US, primaries are underway for the November midterm elections. President Trump has backed loyal "MAGA" newcomers against incumbent critics, achieving three wins. One victory in Texas sets up a key Senate race against Democrats.
US judge rejects Democrats' request to block Trump's voter eligibility order
A US judge declined to block Trump's executive order tightening mail-in voting rules, a setback for Democrats who argued it could disenfranchise voters.
A recent poll shows 74% of US midterm voters support funding PEPFAR, an HIV/AIDS initiative. Despite bipartisan popularity and a moral argument for its support, the program faces changes under the Trump administration, with concerns about its future and impact on global health systems.
The US is gearing up for consequential midterm elections on Nov 3, where all House seats and a third of Senate seats are contested. The article explains the midterm process, primaries, and the impact of gerrymandering on electoral maps, with several states redrawing districts.
Georgia holds its primary vote Tuesday, setting the stage for November's midterm elections. Key races include the Republican contest for US Senate challenger to Jon Ossoff and the Democratic race for governor, with issues like election administration and gerrymandering prominent.
Voters are souring on Trump's economy ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, and high gas prices are only adding to consumer discontent.
An April Supreme Court ruling has caused a scrambled in some southern states to redistrict before November's midterm elections.
Democrats outpace Republicans in voter enthusiasm for the midterm elections, according to NPR's latest poll. And Trump says "Project Freedom" is paused because of progress toward an Iran agreement.
The midterm elections in the United States will be held on November 3
With 57% of voters believing AI risks outweigh benefits and 74% thinking government isn't doing enough to regulate it, the political moment for AI legislation is ripe. The author argues for a 1% "slop tax" on AI companies to combat the flood of low-quality AI-generated content that threatens human creativity and cultural institutions. The revenue would fund grants for artists, researchers, and cultural institutions—the very groups whose work trained these AI models.
The US Supreme Court on Wednesday sharply limited the use of race in drawing electoral districts, in a decision that could reshape congressional maps nationwide and boost Republican prospects ahead of midterm elections. In a 6-3 ruling split along ideological lines, the conservative-dominated court struck down a map that creates a second majority-black district in Louisiana, finding it amounted to an unconstitutional racial gerrymander despite being drawn to comply with the 1965 Voting Rights...
Trump's approval rating dropped to 34%, the lowest of his current term, driven by rising cost of living concerns and the Iran conflict. Only 22% approve of his handling of inflation, while gasoline prices have jumped 40% to $4.18/gallon since February strikes on Iran. Republicans remain largely supportive at 78%, but 41% of GOP voters disapprove on economic issues.
The ruling will be seen by civil rights activists as a blow and by the Republican party as a boost ahead of key midterm elections in November.
Florida's Republican-controlled Senate passed a new congressional map 21-17 that could give Republicans four additional U.S. House seats in November's midterm elections. The vote came hours after the U.S. Supreme Court weakened the Voting Rights Act. The map increases GOP-favoring districts from 20 to 24 out of 28. Democrats call it a partisan power grab violating a 2010 constitutional amendment and plan to sue. Gov. DeSantis, who pushed for the redraw, argues the amendment is now invalidated by the Supreme Court ruling.
Florida's Senate approved a new Congressional map 21-17 that could give Republicans four additional U.S. House seats in November's midterm elections. The vote came hours after the U.S. Supreme Court weakened the Voting Rights Act. Gov. Ron DeSantis, who pushed for the redrawing, argues rapid population growth necessitates redistricting. The new map increases GOP-favorable districts from 20 to 24 out of 28. Democrats promise lawsuits, calling it a partisan power move violating a 2010 constitutional amendment protecting minority voting rights.
Oil and gas prices surge as reports indicate the US may extend its blockade of Iranian ports for months. Brent crude rose 5% to almost $117 a barrel, approaching the highest level since the Iran war began. UK gas prices also increased 5%, while the FTSE 100 fell 1.2% to its lowest level since April 1. President Trump met with energy company executives to discuss measures to calm oil markets amid the prolonged blockade.
