American epidemiologist and Democratic Senate candidate in Michigan
Voters head to the polls as midterm campaigns intensify. Polls show Democrats leading on economy and inflation concerns, while Trump-aligned candidates seek to close gaps. Early voting indicates high turnout in several key states.
The midterm elections are shaping the final years of Donald Trump’s term. Republicans defend majorities in Congress while Democrats seek gains. Early voting and record spending highlight the intensity of the race as voters head to the polls on November 3.
AIPAC has halted public endorsements of federal candidates and direct PAC contributions, while continuing to operate its United Democracy Project super PAC. The move shifts focus to mobilizing individual donors and new fundraising tools, after a period of heavy outside spending linked to Pro-Israel advocacy. UDP remains active in independent campaigns.
The DOJ has identified Ilhan Omar by an alternate name in a filing linked to an ongoing immigration probe. Omar has said she will move from her Washington home due to threats and safety concerns as investigations continue ahead of the midterm elections.
President Trump has intensified claims linking Abdul El-Sayed to extremism at campaign events in Port Huron, portraying him as a security threat and warning that a hypothetical El-Sayed victory would threaten American traditions. The remarks, part of a broader effort to mobilize Republican voters ahead of the midterms, follow prior accusations without evidence of ties to extremist groups.
Israelis have voted in a pivotal general election. Exit polls show Netanyahu’s bloc and Eisenkot’s opposition are close, with neither securing a clear majority. Turnout is high as the country confronts its future security and political direction.
Mahmoud Khalil, a central figure in Gaza-war protests, has returned to Columbia University for a memoir event, his first appearance since detention in 2025. He accuses the university of erasing Palestinian voices and cites ongoing legal battles over deportation. Columbia defends its stance, emphasizing academic freedom and dialogue.
Trump has characterized Abdul El-Sayed as a jihadist and suggested he would require a metal detector to enter the Senate, remarks that have drawn sharp criticism for stoking anti-Muslim sentiment amid a closely watched Michigan race.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has sparked widespread backlash by saying Arabs do not produce science or literature at a campaign event in Michigan. Multiple outlets have documented Arab achievements, and critics label the remarks racist and unfounded as midterm campaigning intensifies.
Democrats have consolidated leads in final polls and forecasters ahead of Tuesday's midterms, making House control likely and giving them a real chance at the Senate. Early network calls on Wednesday have declared Abdul El‑Sayed the winner in Michigan's Senate race, making him the first Muslim elected to the U.S. Senate and a symbolic pickup for Democrats.
Alaska’s Senate race is scrutinized as prosecutors probe possible campaign involvement in recruiting a similarly named candidate. The contest hinges on turnout ahead of Tuesday’s vote, with Democrats seeking to gain ground nationally while campaigns cash in through record early voting.
Haley Stevens has endorsed Mike Rogers, a Trump-backed Republican, for the U.S. Senate after a bitter primary feuded with Abdul El-Sayed. The move comes days before the Michigan midterm and upends Democratic efforts to unite behind El-Sayed in a tightly contested race.
Trump has framed his final midterm argument around Washington’s Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool renovations, arguing the project unites Americans while critics cite vandalism claims and political distraction. He has highlighted other capital projects, touting the pool’s opening and plans for a grand arch, a promenade, and a National Garden of American Heroes as part of his broader agenda.
Voters are deciding control of Congress in a key midterm cycle. The House and Senate face tight races, with turnout and district maps shaping effects on policy for the next two years.
President Donald Trump has said the United States will stop providing about $3.8–4 billion a year in military aid to Israel at the end of 2026 and instead sell arms if needed. He has framed the move as a response to political criticism in the US and said he and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu agreed the change; officials in Washington and Jerusalem have not provided details.
The midterm elections have kept Congress in suspense as forecasts have oriented toward Democratic gains in the House and a tighter Senate race. Early results show key contests in Georgia, Virginia and North Carolina shaping control, with recounts possible in Alaska and slow returns expected in several close races.
Egyptian-American surgeon Adam Hamawy has won a seat in the U.S. House, becoming New Jersey’s first Muslim congressman. His campaign emphasized healthcare funding and opposition to arms funding for Gaza. His background includes Army service and humanitarian medical work in Gaza, Haiti, and other conflict zones.
The midterm results are streaming in as President Donald Trump has blasted Fox News on Truth Social and during coverage, blaming the network for losses while continuing to participate in its election-night broadcast. Axios reports he has criticized hosts and polls, and Fox anchors have pushed back, stressing the results align with Fox polling in places. The Mirror and New Arab note Trump’s online outbursts and private doubts about party prospects.
Democrats have secured further control of the U.S. Senate, with key wins in Michigan and other states, signaling a broader shift as campaigns conclude. The party has expanded its majority, while Republicans face tightened margins in several contests.
Democrat Scott Colom maintains a slender lead over Republican Cindy Hyde-Smith in Mississippi as provisional ballots are tallied. About 96% of votes are counted, with thousands of provisional and absentee ballots left to resolve by Nov. 10. The outcome could determine whether Colom becomes the first Black U.S. senator from Mississippi since 1875 and shape the future party balance in Congress.
The Patriotic Union of Kurdistan has withdrawn from the Kurdish regional government, calling the KDP-led administration failed. The move follows a day of parliamentary session that elected a KDP ally as speaker. The rift reflects a long-standing KDP-PUK rivalry, raising questions about security coordination and governance in Iraqi Kurdistan.
The Blue Jays have issued a public statement distancing the franchise from social media posts by Anthony Santander. The Venezuelan outfielder shared anti-Muslim videos during the U.S. midterm period; the team says individual comments do not reflect the organization’s values and beliefs. Santander has been with Toronto since 2025 but has battled injuries and played only 54 games over two seasons.