A Midwest state in the Great Lakes region
Early voting has begun in multiple states as the federal government has pursued legal and investigative efforts to challenge mail voting and hunt for noncitizen voters. The Supreme Court has blocked new federal limits on mail ballots, states are sending millions of absentee ballots, and the DOJ and DHS have opened investigations and filed charges in several states.
The Protect College Sports Act has cleared the Senate with broad bipartisan support and is moving toward a House vote. It codifies NIL rights, tightens transfers and eligibility rules, and creates a retention pool to fund women’s and Olympic sports. The House faces challenges from CBC opposition and concerns over antitrust protections as lawmakers weigh the bill’s path to law.
The Speaker is campaigning across multiple states to defend Republican-held seats while pursuing a broader message on cost of living and reform. The push follows a six-week sprint across 20 states, with a focus on key battlegrounds as November nears.
G20 trade ministers in Milwaukee have failed to reach consensus on countering overcapacity and eliminating forced labor from supply chains. A Milwaukee framework on steel excess capacity has emerged, data sharing is expanding, and some ministers are pushing for new trade measures, while China remains a central point of contention.
Palestinian-born Salah Sarsour remains in the United States as a Chicago judge has ruled he is deportable on foreign policy grounds, while rejecting the claim that he lied on his green card application. Attorneys say appeals are likely; Sarsour warns deportation would end his life in the West Bank, and his case has drawn support from his mosque and rights groups.
Democratic candidates in swing districts are breaking with party leadership on issues from transgender sports to governance, signaling a rift as the 2026 midterms approach. The disputes highlight tensions between ideology, campaign messaging, and district-specific priorities as Republicans push for accountability on social issues.
Democrats have surged in unusual Senate and governor races in red states, leveraging outsider candidates to challenge incumbents. Texas, Kansas and South Carolina show tossups in closely watched races, while independents and unconventional figures reshape the field. The broader map hints at a potential expansion of the political playing field, though outcomes remain uncertain.
A six-seat Piper plane traveling from Kenosha to Menomonie has crashed near Mirror Lake State Park in Dellona, Wisconsin. All six occupants have died. Weather concerns included rain and a thunderstorm; investigators will examine icing reports and descent communications to determine the cause.
Democrats have intensified ads tying Republican candidates to the president as affordability and Iran policy dominate voters’ concerns. Republicans are defending deep red districts, while Democrats see opportunities in rural areas previously considered safe for the GOP.
Polls indicate Democrats lead nationally as midterm cycles unfold; Trump campaigns intensify while Alaska faces a potential delay in results amid legal challenges. Voter concerns center on cost of living and economic conditions as races tighten in key states.
J.J. Watt has been named the permanent lead analyst for CBS Sports’ NFL coverage, replacing Tony Romo. The deal comes after Romo’s departure earlier this month. Watt has been elevated from a temporary role to the top booth alongside Jim Nantz and Tracy Wolfson, with production teams and players reacting to the change.
The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has denied the Trump administration’s request to block California from counting ballots tied to a list alleging noncitizen voters, a move timed ahead of the November midterms. Judges warn the move could disenfranchise eligible voters while California defends its safeguards against noncitizen voting.
The Milwaukee Brewers have moved within one win of their first World Series title after a 10-1 drubbing of the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 3. Robert Gasser delivered six shutout innings as Milwaukee staved off a Rays comeback, while Jackson Chourio and Brice Turang sparked a fifth-inning rally to turn the game.
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.