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Nvidia's Jensen Huang resigns; Colette Kress named interim CEO.

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Bernie Sanders opposes Chuck Schumer's bid for Senate majority leader

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Democrats gain control of House and Senate, plan next steps.

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Scott Colom criticizes Democrats for lack of investment in Mississippi race

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Democrats gain optimism for Senate majority ahead of November midterms

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Democrats celebrate early midterm victories at Los Angeles watch party

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Democrats regain Senate control, creating divided government during Trump’s term

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Adam Hamilton defeats Roger Marshall, becomes Kansas' first Democratic senator in 100 years.

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Chris Pappas elected as first openly gay man in U.S. Senate

Chris Pappas was elected as the first openly gay man to the U.S. Senate on November 8, 2026, representing a significant advancement for LGBTQ+ representation in politics. His victory reflects a growing demand...

Hollywood Reporter · 10 days ago · 1 min read

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Ashley Moody wins Florida Senate seat, defeating Angie Nixon in special election

GOP Senator Ashley Moody won a special election for Marco Rubio's former Senate seat in Florida, defeating Democrat Angie Nixon. This victory strengthens Republican control in a state trending conservative...

NBC News · 10 days ago · 1 min read

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Senate Democrats accuse Elon Musk's X of bias toward Polymarket

Senate Democrats have accused Elon Musk's platform X of favoring the cryptocurrency prediction market Polymarket in its algorithm, which they claim affects content visibility and public opinion. This...

The Hill · 11 days ago · 2 min read

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Michigan and Alaska races define U.S. Senate control ahead of January

The close contests in Michigan and Alaska are now the focal points of a national fight for control of the U.S. Senate, with both races hanging on razor‑thin margins that could determine whether Democrats or...

NBC News · 11 days ago · 2 min read

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Federal judge dismisses Trump lawsuit, allows Alaska Senate results certification

A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit from the Trump administration aimed at preventing Alaska from certifying the 2022 Senate race results for Lisa Murkowski, citing lack of standing and premature claims. This...

NBC News · 12 days ago · 1 min read

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Haley Stevens withdraws support for El-Sayed, endorses Rogers in Michigan Senate race

Rep. Haley Stevens has withdrawn her endorsement of Democrat Abdul El-Sayed to support Republican Mike Rogers in the Michigan Senate race, which could alter campaign dynamics ahead of the June 4 primary. This...

NBC News · 12 days ago · 2 min read

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Haley Stevens endorses Mike Rogers in Michigan Senate race, RNC responds

Rep. Haley Stevens, a Democrat, endorsed Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan's Senate race, signaling a potential shift in voter dynamics as both parties ramp up their campaigns ahead of the 2024 election. The...

The Hill · 12 days ago · 1 min read

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Haley Stevens endorses Mike Rogers, rejects Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan Senate race

Rep. Haley Stevens endorsed Republican Mike Rogers in the Michigan Senate race after a fallout with Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed. This endorsement could influence moderate voters and highlights...

NPR News · 12 days ago · 2 min read

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Haley Stevens endorses Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan Senate race

Democratic Rep. Haley Stevens has endorsed Republican Mike Rogers in the Michigan Senate race, potentially undermining Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed's campaign. This unexpected move highlights divisions...

Politico · 12 days ago · 1 min read

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Mary Peltola denies ballot-stacking allegations amid federal investigation

Mary Peltola, the Alaska Democratic Senate candidate, denied involvement in alleged ballot-stacking schemes linked to her campaign during a rally, while a federal investigation continues. The outcome of this...

The Hill · 13 days ago · 2 min read

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Justice Department defends Alaska election certification after Sullivan's narrow victory

The Justice Department is defending a lawsuit seeking to block certification of Alaska’s 2026 U.S. Senate election, where Democrat Mary Sullivan narrowly defeated Republican James Kelley, citing alleged voting...

Law & Crime · 13 days ago · 2 min read

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DOJ requests separation of ballots ranking Dan J. Sullivan in Alaska Senate race

The U.S. Department of Justice has filed a request in federal court to separate ballots in the upcoming Alaska Senate race that rank former Governor Dan J.

NBC News · 14 days ago · 3 min read

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Ted Cruz warns GOP could lose eight Senate seats in Texas elections

Sen. Ted Cruz warns that the GOP could lose up to eight Senate seats in the upcoming elections, with Texas races indicating a significant shift in voter sentiment. This potential loss could reshape the party's...

The Hill · 14 days ago · 2 min read

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Sabato’s Crystal Ball updates Louisiana, Minnesota Senate races toward Democrats

Sabato’s Crystal Ball has shifted Louisiana's Senate race from "safe Republican" to "likely Republican" and Minnesota's from "leans Democratic" to "likely Democratic," indicating a more competitive landscape...

The Hill · 14 days ago · 1 min read

Religion & Faith

Pope Leo XIV votes in U.S. election, breaking papal tradition

Pope Leo XIV made history by becoming the first pope to vote in a U.S. general election, casting his ballot for an Illinois state senate seat. This action, which reflects his U.S. citizenship and aims to...

Crux Now · 14 days ago · 2 min read

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Alaska Senate race sees spoiler candidate claims; Hegseth fires Army general

Alaska's Senate race is facing allegations that a third-party candidate could act as a spoiler, potentially benefiting Democrat Patricia Torres Ray against incumbent Republican Lisa Murkowski. Concurrently...

NPR News · 14 days ago · 2 min read

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Democrats aim to flip Senate seats in Alaska, Iowa, Kansas, Ohio, Texas

Democrats are targeting Senate races in traditionally Republican states like Alaska, Iowa, Kansas, Ohio, and Texas, which are now viewed as competitive due to shifting political dynamics. With a net gain of...

NPR Politics · 15 days ago · 2 min read