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The 2026 US midterm elections are approaching with control of Congress at stake. President Trump continues to reshape federal agencies including dismantling climate research offices at NOAA. Polls from AP-NORC show a divided electorate. The administration also navigates the Iran deal and ongoing trade policy shifts that could sway voters in key swing states.
A federal judge has refused to block President Trump's executive order limiting mail-in voting, though the ruling has no immediate effect on the 2026 midterm elections. The decision adds fuel to the ongoing debate over voting access as California Democrats also face a crowded race to replace Governor Gavin Newsom.
The House Oversight Committee has opened a bipartisan investigation into how federal agencies buy and deploy artificial intelligence systems. The probe targets contracts worth over $4 billion, focusing on bias risks, vendor transparency, and compliance with the 2023 Executive Order on AI.
With one month remaining until election day, presidential campaigns are intensifying their efforts. Candidates are holding rallies across key battleground states and participating in televised debates. Polls show the race remains competitive with many voters still undecided.
Lawmakers from both parties announced a deal to fund transportation and broadband projects across the United States. The bill allocates resources for road repairs, bridge maintenance, and expanding internet access to rural communities.
The House Ways and Means Committee voted to advance comprehensive tax reform legislation. The proposed changes would affect individual and corporate tax rates. The legislation now moves to the full House for consideration.
Tulsi Gabbard has resigned as President Trump's national intelligence director, with sources indicating the White House forced her departure. The former Democratic congresswoman, who switched parties in 2024, cited her husband's illness as reason for leaving. Her resignation comes amid ongoing challenges for the US intelligence community under the Trump administration.
The US Senate passed a 86 billion defense authorization bill that includes new measures for artificial intelligence development and cybersecurity. The legislation authorizes .3 billion for AI research across military branches. Bipartisan support ensured passage with amendments on ethical AI use.
The US political environment is changing as midterm elections approach, with both parties adjusting strategies. Recent polls show shifting voter preferences on key issues including the economy, immigration, and foreign policy. Several high-profile primary races are drawing attention as candidates position themselves for November.
US prosecutors have charged Alex Saab, known as the bag man for former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, with money laundering over alleged exploitation of Venezuelan welfare programs. The Justice Department alleges Saab diverted millions from social programs through complex financial schemes while serving as a close aide to Maduro.