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Pedro Molina Cartoon Highlights GOP Midterm Vulnerabilities
elections1 day ago

Pedro Molina Cartoon Highlights GOP Midterm Vulnerabilities

A new political cartoon by Pedro Molina, published on Daily Kos on October 11, 2026, visually critiques the Republican Party's prospects in the upcoming midterm elections. The artwork, distributed via Tribune Content Agency, aligns with broader reporting suggesting the GOP faces significant electoral challenges. While the primary source is a visual commentary rather than a text-based report, it reflects the current narrative of potential Republican losses in key races.

via Daily Kos|
#cartoon#elections#gop
Trump’s Texas Blitz Tests GOP’s Fragile Senate Majority
politics6 days ago

Trump’s Texas Blitz Tests GOP’s Fragile Senate Majority

President Trump is making a third trip to Texas in one month to defend razor-thin Republican leads in the 2026 midterms. While he aims to energize the base, polls show his popularity is low, and key allies like Gov. Greg Abbott are skipping his San Antonio rally. Democrats argue the state is less conservative than it appears, while Republicans fear losing the Senate majority.

via USA Today|
#gop#midterms#politics
Leaked Audio Reveals Ken Paxton’s Frustration With Washington’s Control Over His Texas Senate Campaign
politics6 days ago

Leaked Audio Reveals Ken Paxton’s Frustration With Washington’s Control Over His Texas Senate Campaign

Texas AG Ken Paxton, the Republican nominee for the U.S. Senate, admitted in a leaked recording that he has little control over his campaign messaging due to outside influence from Washington. This admission follows a previous complaint that the recent GOP convention negatively impacted his polling. While Trump and VP Vance dismissed the remarks as unimportant, polls show Paxton trailing his Democratic opponent, James Talarico, in a critical race for the Senate majority.

via The Bulwark|
#donald-trump#gop#ken-paxton
Clay Jones Cartoon Targets Eric Schmitt Amid Daily Kos Financial Struggles
politics7 days ago

Clay Jones Cartoon Targets Eric Schmitt Amid Daily Kos Financial Struggles

Daily Kos published a new political cartoon by Clay Jones on October 4, 2026, titled 'Schmitt head.' The piece focuses on Eric Schmitt, a GOP figure, and is tagged with references to Donald Trump, Jack Smith, and the Senate. The publication coincides with Daily Kos's ongoing financial difficulties, as the site continues to rely on reader donations to maintain its paywall-free model. This cartoon is part of a recent series of satirical works by Daily Kos artists addressing current political and economic issues.

via Daily Kos|
#clay-jones#daily-kos#eric-schmitt
politics9 days ago

Cruz and Vance Trade Barbs as 2028 Rivalry Heats Up Ahead of Midterms

Vice President JD Vance and Senator Ted Cruz have entered a public dispute over 2028 presidential ambitions, with Vance accusing Cruz of already running while Cruz dismisses the comments as signs of insecurity. Both men are currently focused on the 2026 midterm elections, but their rhetoric signals an emerging rivalry for the Republican nomination. Vance maintains he will decide on a presidential run after the November elections, while Cruz insists his current efforts are dedicated to helping Republicans win seats across the country.

via Politico|
#2028-election#gop#jd-vance
Schmitt's Jack Smith Hearing Blunder Resurfaces as He Refuses to Apologize
politics10 days ago

Schmitt's Jack Smith Hearing Blunder Resurfaces as He Refuses to Apologize

Former special counsel Jack Smith's Sept. 29 testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee was derailed by a viral gaffe from Sen. Eric Schmitt, who mistakenly accused Smith of perjury over a basketball mix-up. While Democrats called the moment a 'slow-mo train wreck' for the GOP, Schmitt has doubled down on his error, refusing to apologize and claiming ignorance of the context. The incident has overshadowed the substantive debate over Smith's dismissed probes into President Trump, with Republicans continuing to push for a Justice Department inquiry into his conduct.

via Alternet|
#2026-midterm-elections#eric-schmitt#gop
politics11 days ago

Trump Rates His Second Term 'A+' Amid Economic Struggles and Looming GOP Losses

President Donald Trump graded his second term an 'A+' on all fronts, including economics, despite record-low favorability and rising costs for Americans. He blamed his team and the press for failing to communicate his successes. Republicans face potential losses in the House and Senate over economic dissatisfaction, with inflation, high gas prices, and mortgage rates persisting.

via Politico|
#economy#gop#inflation
politics12 days ago

Justice Sets Year-End Deadline for West Virginia Governor Decision

Sen. Jim Justice indicated he will decide whether to run for West Virginia governor before the end of 2026, likely after the November midterms. He stated he has not consulted President Trump or Gov. Patrick Morrisey, though state GOP leaders are urging him to run. The Senate is also preparing to recess for the campaign period, with Democrats blocking key Republican bills on data centers and stock trading.

via Politico|
#gop#jim-justice#midterms-2026
politics22 days ago

Salazar urges Trump to protect Hispanic voter base after phone call

Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar told President Donald Trump on Sunday that she had a 'fantastic conversation' with him regarding his immigration enforcement policies. Salazar, a Florida Republican, urged the president to preserve the support of Hispanic voters who helped him win in 2024, warning that current enforcement tactics have 'gone too far.' While Salazar described Trump as 'receptive,' the president previously dismissed her criticism, calling her 'soft on the border.'

via Politico|
#gop#immigration#midterms
politics23 days ago

South Dakota GOP Leader Endorses Democrat in Secretary of State Race

Incumbent South Dakota Secretary of State Monae Johnson, a Republican, endorsed Democrat Terrence Davis for the office, citing concerns over the GOP nominee's approach to election integrity. Johnson lost the June Republican convention to Heather Baxter but argued that the office requires stability and professionalism over political provocation. The endorsement drew sharp condemnation from state Republican leadership, including House Speaker Jon Hansen, who called it a 'huge mistake.' Baxter countered that the party label reflects a governing philosophy, while Davis welcomed the support as validation of his competence. The move highlights growing internal GOP tensions regarding election policies, mirroring similar cross-party endorsements seen in other states this cycle.

via Politico|
#elections#gop#midterms
politics24 days ago

Trump Rebukes Salazar as Miami GOP Faces Backlash Over Immigration Tactics

Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar (R-Fla.) publicly criticized President Trump’s immigration enforcement, stating it has 'gone too far.' Trump responded with a mild rebuke, calling her 'soft on the border' but acknowledging her position. The dispute highlights growing tension within the Republican Party in Miami-Dade, where Hispanic voters are increasingly opposed to current enforcement methods despite supporting the concept of deporting illegal immigrants.

via Politico|
#florida#gop#immigration
Cornyn Condemns French’s UT Post as 'Racism,' Sparking Intra-Party Texas Fight
politics29 days ago

Cornyn Condemns French’s UT Post as 'Racism,' Sparking Intra-Party Texas Fight

Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX) publicly condemned Bo French, the Republican nominee for Texas Railroad Commissioner, for a social media post labeling University of Texas students of color as 'foreigners.' French’s comments, which followed a Longhorns football victory, drew sharp criticism from multiple GOP leaders, including House Speaker Dustin Burrows, who called the post racist and demanded its deletion. French defended his remarks, attacking Cornyn as a 'RINO.' The dispute highlights deep divisions within the Texas Republican party ahead of the November election, particularly as Cornyn has recently broken with party leadership over the Ken Paxton Senate campaign.

via Mediaite|
#bo-french#gop#john-cornyn
Clancy Trial Triggers Online Debate Over Women's Voting Rights
politics1 month ago

Clancy Trial Triggers Online Debate Over Women's Voting Rights

After the Lindsay Clancy trial ended in a mistrial, conservative online voices pushed calls to repeal the 19th Amendment, prompting GOP women to warn such rhetoric could alienate female voters and hurt the party's midterm prospects. The piece notes protests outside a Massachusetts courthouse and frames the debate as a clash over gender and voting rights, with analysts cautioning that fringe aphorisms don’t reflect mainstream GOP views.

via Fox News|
#19th-amendment#gop#lindsay-clancy