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Data center controversies have transformed midterms. Here's where different groups stand

27 August 2026 at 22:54
Snowballing opposition toΒ data centersΒ in communities across the U.S. has transformed theΒ midterm election landscape, thrown a wrench into the plans of the world's richest companies and brought President Donald Trump to its defense.

How data centers became a major issue in the midterms

While there are many issues dividing voters this midterm season, one seems to be uniting them: opposition to AI data centers. Candidates who've taken notice are racing to shape policy around these centers, which could be a defining issue in some races. Lisa Desjardins discussed what it might mean for the midterms with Clara Ence Morse of The Washington Post.

Trump-endorsed Mike Mazzei wins GOP nomination for Oklahoma governor

26 August 2026 at 21:57
Tulsa businessman Mike Mazzei narrowly won the Republican nomination for Oklahoma governor on Tuesday after getting a boost from President Donald Trump's social media attacks on Mazzei's rival, state Attorney General Gentner Drummond.

Democratic-backed Maryland redistricting amendment can't go on November ballot, court rules

A Maryland court has ruled against a proposed constitutional amendment that could have paved the way for Democrats to redraw the state's congressional districts ahead of the 2028 elections.

Darline Graham wins South Carolina GOP nomination to replace her late brother in U.S. Senate

U.S. Sen. Darline Graham won the Republican nomination to replace her late brother on South Carolina's general election ballot, notching another win for President Donald Trump after he threw his support behind the political novice.

Republican with same name as incumbent Dan Sullivan advances from Alaska U.S. Senate primary

A candidate with the same name as Alaska's incumbent U.S. senator has advanced to the general election in what will be one of the most closely watched races in the country this fall.

Constitutional law professor explains Supreme Court's ruling on mail-in voting

26 August 2026 at 01:45
The Supreme Court on Monday issued an emergency order that allows the Trump administration to move forward, for now, with plans to restrict mail-in voting ahead of the midterm elections in November. Opponents say it will bring chaos to the election process only days before ballots in some states are mailed out. Liz Landers discussed more with Steve Vladeck of the Georgetown University Law Center.

How Trump's trade war with Canada could rattle states with key Senate races

President Donald Trump's trade war with Canada is escalating as the midterm elections approach, threatening Republican efforts to address voters' economic concerns in a year when control of the U.S. Senate hinges on states along the border between the United States and its northern neighbor.

Nothing changes yet with the Supreme Court's order on mail voting. But it could open door to 'chaos'

Rather than saying that President Donald Trump's order is legal, the high court said Monday it was too early for Democratic-run states to challenge it in June, when they convinced a federal judge in Boston to freeze the order for November's election.

Graham and Norman make final push in South Carolina GOP Senate runoff

25 August 2026 at 01:25
On Tuesday, Republican voters in South Carolina will vote to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham on November's ballot in a runoff between his sister Darline and Congressman Ralph Norman. As South Carolina ETV's Gavin Jackson reports, the closing days of this electoral sprint featured a major debate gaffe and a campaign rally with President Trump.

Live Results: South Carolina's special Senate GOP primary runoff

25 August 2026 at 00:30
South Carolina Republicans will return to the polls Tuesday for the fourth time since June to replace the late U.S. Sen. Lindsey Graham on the fall general election ballot.

Live Results: Georgia special election runoff to replace Rep. David Scott

25 August 2026 at 00:15
Residents of Georgia's 13th Congressional District outside of Atlanta will get a new representative to Congress after a special election runoff Tuesday to replace the late Democratic Rep. David Scott, who died April 22.

Arizona AG declines to charge Gov. Katie Hobbs over pay-to-play allegations

State prosecutors declined to file criminal charges over allegations that she took part in a pay-to-play scheme with a group home company that received a rate increase from the state after contributing $100,000 to her inaugural celebration.

WATCH LIVE: Trump stumps for S.C. Sen. Darline Graham ahead of GOP runoff

21 August 2026 at 17:34
President Donald Trump is scheduled to travel to South Carolina on Friday to make a last-minute appeal for Sen. Darline Graham, his chosen candidate to replace her brother, the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, ahead of a Republican runoff next week.

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