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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.
Georgia remains a central battleground as Trump’s visit heightens attention to the Senate and governor races. Democrats warn of a challenging map, while Republican candidates and allies push to capitalize on President Trump’s momentum. Results and timings remain fluid as campaigns navigate a crowded slate of statewide contests.
The midterm landscape is shifting as polling shows Democrats gaining ground in consumer sentiment and widening gaps in key races. Campaigns are intensifying with visits in Texas, Michigan and Kansas as voters weigh economy, immigration and leadership ahead of election day.
The Justice Department has filed a federal lawsuit asking a judge to bar Alaska from certifying its U.S. Senate result if Republican Sen. Dan S. Sullivan loses by fewer votes than another candidate named Daniel J. Sullivan. President Donald Trump has said he ordered the action. Democrats, voting-rights groups and some Republicans have moved to intervene and ask the court to dismiss or fast-track the case before Nov. 3, 2026.
The US Federal Trade Commission, alongside 20 states, has filed a lawsuit accusing Dollar General of deceptive pricing. The retailer allegedly mislabeled prices on shelves, price tags, and advertisements, overcharging shoppers and failing to fix the issue despite extensive corporate knowledge. The action follows thousands of complaints and centers on stores serving lower-income, rural communities.
The Federal Trade Commission has filed a lawsuit joined by 20 states alleging that Dollar General has repeatedly mislabeled prices and overcharged shoppers, failing to correct the problem despite corporate knowledge. The suit, filed in Tennessee federal court, targets thousands of stores and cites tens of thousands of consumer complaints as evidence of ongoing harm.
Federal prosecutors have filed a criminal information accusing former FBI director James Comey of transmitting and conspiring to transmit national defence information tied to a October 2016 New York Times story. Comey has denied wrongdoing, his lawyers have moved to dismiss and he has said the action is an abuse of the Department of Justice.
A centuries-old Mason-Dixon Line map has sold at Brunk Auctions in Asheville after a heated bidding round. The survey, drawn in 1768 to settle colonial borders, has a legacy tied to later U.S. history including the Missouri Compromise and the Civil War. The anonymous buyer paid nearly $X, with the Library of Congress absent from bidding.
A Court of Arbitration for Sport has ordered the IIHF to reinstate Russian teams for 2026–27, and several national federations — including Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark and the Czech Republic — have said they will refuse to play Russia. Hosts and sponsors are reassessing security, logistics and funding; Germany is weighing whether it can still host the 2027 men’s world championship.
AI chatbots are increasingly used as sources of political information, with studies showing they often rely on unreliable sources. The election is set for November 3, and researchers warn about misinformation, translation gaps for non-English speakers, and foreign influence risks as voters turn to AI for guidance.
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.
Jacob Morley, serving a life term for murder, has been recaptured in Missouri following his prison escape from Northwest Correctional Complex in Tennessee on Oct. 25. He stole a farm truck and left behind firearms; a manhunt drew on road cameras, a helicopter, and a broad regional search involving multiple agencies. Morley is awaiting charges in Missouri and faces federal counts for unlawful flight and possessing firearms.
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.
California Governor Gavin Newsom has commuted the death sentences of all 548 people on the state’s death row to life without parole. He has said state-sanctioned killing is incompatible with California’s values. The move will prevent any future executions under his authority and requires court review for prisoners with multiple felonies.