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Bungie will unvault older Destiny 2 campaigns, locations and raids and tweak returning content to meet modern standards as Marathon underperforms; the studio says it will evolve both titles, including a permanent PvE mode and a social space planned for December to broaden appeal and rebuild trust.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom said he won’t run for president in 2028 if Kamala Harris seeks the office again, telling CNN it would be a waste of everyone’s time and that he wouldn’t do it to her, to himself, or to the public.
Kamala Harris says red-state Democrats can do whatever they need to win, pushing back on reports they want her to stay away, while ramping up midterm involvement and backing candidates as she stays focused on 2026 with a possible 2028 run on the horizon.
Ahead of Sweden’s September election, the Sweden Democrats launched large-scale, provocative ads across Stockholm Central Station and other transit networks urging exclusion of immigrants who commit crimes or don’t integrate, a tactic seen as part of the party’s bid for influence as it edges toward government; the ads revived fears among immigrants and highlighted tensions over immigration and repatriation policies, while signifying the party’s growing normalization in Swedish politics as polls place it around 18–19%.
With summer recess looming, Senate Republicans are lining up a busy pre-recess agenda: a continuing resolution through Dec. 11, a bipartisan Russia sanctions bill, and a package of nominees, plus a push for a budget resolution to unlock a second reconciliation package. Debates over grant‑approval language and Trump tariff powers figure into the talks, while Todd Blanche’s attorney general nomination remains in flux and a farm bill text could surface soon. In the House, GOP leaders are also teeing up a campaign push for Mark Teixeira to bolster battleground candidates with fundraising stops and travel.
Francesca Hong, a Wisconsin state representative and democratic socialist, is gaining traction in the state’s Democratic primary for governor in a swing-state backdrop, despite early doubts and GOP opposition. Her progressive platform—including tax surcharges on the wealthy and expanded programs—has drawn both support and controversy, with Republicans spending heavily to stop her and even Wisconsin’s outgoing governor weighing in to slow her surge. If her coalition broadens beyond liberal urban areas, her candidacy could reshape Wisconsin’s political landscape in a race Trump won twice.
Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s administration will suspend enforcement of the new consumer data law amid defects, delaying penalties and registration until the legislature fixes issues. The state Office of Consumer Protection will not require data brokers to register until a 2027 registry is ready and will issue guidance on the law’s scope. The measure, which bans selling or licensing “sensitive data” and precise geolocation data, could impact how political campaigns access voter-targeting data, and lawmakers and campaign staff were informed that the voter database will continue uninterrupted for now as fixes are pursued.
Two former political rivals head to a rematch in Alabama's governor's race, setting up a high-stakes contest as both camps pitch contrasting policies and mobilize supporters ahead of Election Day.
A live Politico roundup shows a flurry of fundraising across major races in the first quarter of 2026: Michigan’s Mallory McMorrow leads in-state Senate fundraising, with Abdul El‑Sayed close behind; big hauls also come from James Talarico in Texas, Roy Cooper in North Carolina, Sherrod Brown in Ohio, and Mark Kelly in Arizona, among others. Outside money and cash-on-hand gaps are shaping the field even as Florida ethics probes weigh on Cory Mills and Sheila Cherfilus‑McCormick. The report also notes scalable policy fights—FISA 702 reauthorization and EV registration fees—and broader budget battles that can influence donor sentiment and campaign fundraising.
What I’m Hearing’s 2026 Awards Season Awards delivers a playful recap of the year, spanning from Chalamet’s self-immolation to Hamnet’s self-inflation and Sydney Sweeney’s timing. It notes the season had strong films but little offscreen drama until the final stretch, with Timothée Chalamet’s quip about ballet and opera coinciding with voting closure as the near-scandal.
Democrats are launching a $2 million ad campaign aimed at Sen. Susan Collins over her support for ICE funding, run by a group linked to Senate Majority PAC, highlighting Collins' role in DHS funding negotiations and her stance on ICE in Maine as the state hosts a high-spending 2026 Senate race.
Ballots for the Oscars are due today at 5 p.m. PT as campaigns go into overdrive, with last-minute TV appearances and screenings; about 10,000 eligible voters have had ballots since Monday, and the industry is staging a frantic final push ahead of nominations.
Democrats say they have multiple routes to a 2026 Senate majority, touting strong candidates in deep-red states and a campaign message focused on costs and health care. The DSCC memo flags Alaska, Iowa, Maine, North Carolina and Ohio as top pickup opportunities, with robust efforts in Michigan, Georgia and New Hampshire. Primaries in Maine and elsewhere could threaten some races and have sparked pushback from progressives who worry the DSCC is backing establishment candidates. Gillibrand says the map has expanded and Democrats can win by highlighting Trump’s costly policies and maintaining health care protections, while noting potential opportunities in Texas and Mississippi as part of a broader, opportunistic expansion. Overall, Democrats remain hopeful about flipping seats Trump carried while navigating intra-party debates about strategy.
The article discusses a political rivalry in California's Democratic primary, highlighting campaign strategies, endorsements, and personal attacks amid ongoing redistricting battles, with candidates navigating issues of identity, community safety, and political endorsements.
The article discusses the intense advertising war surrounding California's redistricting fight, highlighting key campaign strategies, spending, and prominent figures like Newsom, Padilla, Schwarzenegger, and Steyer, with significant ad buys aimed at influencing public opinion on Proposition 50.