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US Midterm Elections 2026: Trump’s approval rating, cost of living and immigration take centre stage
US midterm elections on November 3 will test President Donald Trump’s popularity as voters grapple with rising living costs and a contentious immigration crackdown. With Republicans holding narrow majorities in both chambers of Congress, Democrats need four net seat gains in each to take control and challenge Trump’s administration.
US Midterm Elections 2026: The races that will decide control of the US Senate
Control of the US Senate will hinge on a small group of closely watched races, with Democrats defending seats in Georgia, Michigan and New Hampshire while targeting Republican-held contests in Maine, North Carolina, Ohio, Alaska, Iowa, Texas and Kansas. Democrats need a net gain of four seats for a 51-49 majority, making breakthroughs in several states Trump carried in 2024 crucial to their chances.
With a mixed scorecard, Trump poised to test his powers again at US Supreme Court
The US Supreme Court begins its new nine-month term on Monday with several cases testing the scope of President Donald Trump’s powers. Justices will hear disputes involving immigration and deportation policies, while appeals over transgender military service, asylum restrictions, federal prosecutors and executive authority could further shape the boundaries of presidential power.
Trump-Xi state dinner at White House attended by 21 billionaires with combined wealth almost equal to Canada’s GDP
On September 24, US President Donald Trump hosted a high-profile state dinner welcoming Chinese President Xi Jinping. The event saw the presence of over 130 distinguished guests, including key figures from the tech and business sectors of both nations. The dinner served as a platform to address vital issues, such as trade dynamics, artificial intelligence developments, and tariffs, amidst ongoing tensions.
Trump-Xi dinner: Elon Musk, Jeff Bezos, Sam Altman, Huang, Nadella among star-studded guest list
Billionaires and leaders from the technology sector gathered at the White House for a state dinner. This event hosted Chinese President Xi Jinping and his wife, Peng Liyuan, with various US officials. The discussions included trade, artificial intelligence, and strategic issues between the two nations. Trump highlighted his friendship with Xi during the dinner and emphasized mutual cooperation.
Trump and the court: If he wins, he's happy. When he loses, he ridicules justices he appointed
President Trump has personally reacted to Supreme Court decisions, both favorable and unfavorable. He expressed frustration after the court rejected his administration's mail ballot restrictions. The Supreme Court has granted Trump numerous victories on emergency appeals, advancing his agenda. However, the court has also delivered high-profile losses on tariffs and birthright citizenship. Justices are asserting independence from the president, especially regarding election matters.
'Not the people I interviewed': Trump lashes out at Supreme Court after it blocks his mail ballot restrictions for the midterms
President Trump sharply criticized the Supreme Court after its ruling against his administration's voting restrictions. He expressed disappointment with justices he appointed, stating they were not the individuals he interviewed. The court's decision allowed states to continue their existing mail-in ballot procedures for the upcoming election. Trump has a history of attacking judges when rulings do not favor his administration's agenda.
US Supreme Court blocks Republican-drawn congressional map in Missouri
The U.S. Supreme Court blocked Missouri's redrawn congressional map favoring Republicans. This decision dealt a setback to President Donald Trump and Republican House odds. The justices suspended a federal judge's decision allowing the map's use in elections. Challengers had sought the Supreme Court's intervention after a state judge's ruling. The ruling left Missouri's congressional districts in limbo before the vote.
Trump tariffs SC ruling: Judge refers to tariffs imposed on India for buying Russian oil in dissenting note
The US Supreme Court has struck down President Donald Trump's broad tariffs. Justice Brett Kavanaugh mentioned tariffs imposed on India for buying Russian oil in his dissenting opinion. The court ruled that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act does not authorize such duties.
Supreme Court tariff ruling: 6-3 decision blocks Trump tariffs under IEEPA - what does it mean for Trump administration?
Supreme Court tariff ruling: The US Supreme Court has delivered a significant blow to President Donald Trump. In a 6-3 decision, the court ruled that his global tariffs were unlawful. Chief Justice John Roberts stated Trump overstepped his authority under federal law. This ruling marks a major defeat for the former president. Other avenues for tariffs may still exist.
Kamala Harris' past statements on domestic abuse resurface following allegations against her husband, Doug Emhoff
Kamala Harris' record of condemning domestic abuse has come under scrutiny after allegations surfaced that her husband, Doug Emhoff, slapped an ex-girlfriend in 2012.
US Supreme Court rules in favor of Coinbase in arbitration dispute
The US Supreme Court has supported Coinbase's stance on moving customer disputes into private arbitration instead of allowing them to proceed with lawsuits. The 5-4 ruling enables Coinbase to pursue its appeal to move claims out of courts and into arbitration. Justice Brett Kavanaugh, along with four other conservative justices, overturned a lower court's ruling that permitted a class action lawsuit to move forward while Coinbase contested that the claims belonged in arbitration. Coinbase asserts that claims should be resolved through arbitration due to its user agreement.
US Supreme Court justices appear unlikely to strike down Obamacare
Chief Justice John Roberts and fellow conservative Brett Kavanaugh both asked questions that suggested they were skeptical of Republican arguments that all of Obamacare must fall even if one key provision, known as the individual mandate, is found to be unconstitutional.
Kavanaugh steps away from being confirmed as US Supreme Court judge
A last minute deadline oriented FBI investigation appeared to gave a near clean chit to Kavanaugh, which Is believed to have tilted the balance in his favor.
On Kavanaugh, FBI’s ‘Caged Parrot’ act
In the three-week-long pitched battle between the Republicans and the Democrats in the Kavanaugh case, it is the FBI and its reputation that is taking a severe battering.
Donald Trump 'very proud' after Senate sets vote on Kavanaugh nomination
On Friday the Senate voted along party lines to remove the last obstacle to holding a decisive vote this weekend.
White House aides say Trump didn’t set limits on Kavanaugh probe
The probe will be limited in scope in ways determined by the White House, a person familiar with the proceedings said on Saturday.
Sharing incident of assault by man being considered for SC judge my 'civic duty': Kavanaugh accuser
Christine Blasey Ford has alleged that at the age of 15 she was sexually assaulted by Kavanaugh in 1982.Both of them were in high school in suburban Maryland at that time.
Senate committee to hear Ford's testimony about sexual assault charge against Kavanaugh on Thursday
The Committee will tentatively hear the testimony of Christine Blasey Ford on Thursday regarding her allegation that Judge Brett Kavanaugh sexually assaulted her.
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