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politics1 day ago

Van Drew's Safe Seat Faces Real Tests in 2026 Midterms

New Jersey’s Jeff Van Drew, long viewed as unbeatable in a Trump-leaning South Jersey district, is now facing questions about vulnerability in the 2026 midterms as national shifts toward Democrats, local concerns like an AI data center in Vineland, and multiple Democratic challengers energize opposition; while some Republicans warn any district could flip, Van Drew’s camp remains confident, pointing to his district’s registration and history, with Democrats fielding several primary contenders.

via Politico|
#2026-midterms#democrats#jeff-van-drew
Trump’s Approval Steady as Voters Focus on Costs for 2026 Midterms
politics1 month ago

Trump’s Approval Steady as Voters Focus on Costs for 2026 Midterms

Emerson College Polling finds Trump at 43% approval and 55% disapproval (up 4 points). For 2028, Newsom leads the Democratic primary (20%), followed by Buttigieg (16%), Harris (13%), AOC (9%), Shapiro (7%),Beshear (5%), with 24% undecided; in the Republican primary, JD Vance leads at 52% over Rubio (20%) and DeSantis (6%), with 11% undecided. The 2026 generic ballot shows Democrats up 50% to 42%. Cost of living is the top voter concern (mean 8.2/10), with healthcare costs and inflation also high. The poll surveyed 1,000 likely voters Feb. 21–22, 2026, MOE ±3%.

via - Emerson Polling|
#2026-midterms#democratic-primary#emerson-college-polling
Texas Senate primary tightens as Colbert interview is pulled near vote
politics1 month ago

Texas Senate primary tightens as Colbert interview is pulled near vote

The Texas Democratic U.S. Senate primary between Jasmine Crockett and James Talarico is heating up as early voting continues ahead of the March 3 primary. Talarico has gained national attention after CBS pulled his unaired interview with Stephen Colbert due to regulatory concerns, triggering a fundraising surge of about $2.5 million in 24 hours and boosting his profile. Crockett campaigns across Dallas–Fort Worth, arguing her federal experience, while both candidates chase momentum in a state where Democrats haven’t won a Texas Senate seat since 1988 and hope to build toward a November path to a majority.

via PBS|
#2026-midterms#colbert-interview#james-talarico
Secretary of State Races Focused on 2028 White House Bid
politics3 months ago

Secretary of State Races Focused on 2028 White House Bid

The 2026 midterm elections will feature key races for secretaries of state in battleground states, which are crucial for overseeing election processes and could influence the 2028 presidential race. These roles have gained importance due to their power to certify results and the recent political attacks on election integrity, making them a focal point for safeguarding democracy.

via The Guardian|
#2026-midterms#2028-presidential-race#elections
2026 Redistricting Battles: Shifts, Challenges, and Political Impacts
politics3 months ago

2026 Redistricting Battles: Shifts, Challenges, and Political Impacts

The article discusses the ongoing and upcoming redistricting efforts in several states ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, highlighting the political strategies, legal battles, and potential impacts on party control of the House, with key focus on states like Virginia, Florida, Kansas, Maryland, Illinois, Missouri, and the influence of a possible Supreme Court ruling on voting rights.

via NBC News|
#2026-midterms#florida#gerrymandering