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politics18 minutes ago

Poll finds Democratic voters motivated by opposing Trump more than policy in a tight House race

A CBS News poll shows Democratic voters are more motivated to vote to stop Trump and the GOP than to advance their own policies (54% vs 46%), while Republicans tilt toward backing Trump (57%); with the House still a razor-thin GOP majority, 54% of likely voters favor the Democratic candidate in their district today. Trump’s endorsement could hurt GOP candidates (48% say it would make them less likely to support). Economic concerns like inflation and gas prices are shaping messaging ahead of the midterms; the survey of 2,460 adults conducted Sept. 8–11 has a ±2.3-point margin of error.

via Politico|
#cbs-news-poll#democrats#house-of-representatives
Sweden's election hangs on a knife-edge amid potential far-right coalition
politics18 minutes ago

Sweden's election hangs on a knife-edge amid potential far-right coalition

Sweden's general election is too close to call after early results, with exit polls initially favoring the left but SVT and TV4 forecasts showing a razor-thin split that could allow PM Ulf Kristersson to stay in power if he assembles a government including the Sweden Democrats. The outcome will shape coalition dynamics and policy directions on immigration and defense, and determine how much influence the far right wields in Swedish governance.

via politico.eu|
#coalition#election#far-right
Cornyn Urges GOP to Condemn Bo French Post Over 'Intolerance and Racism'
politics1 hour ago

Cornyn Urges GOP to Condemn Bo French Post Over 'Intolerance and Racism'

Sen. John Cornyn blasted his own party for remaining silent on Bo French’s social-media post depicting a stadium crowd and labeling it as 'intolerance and racism,' urging fellow Republicans to condemn the post and warning that such tolerance risks the party’s self-destruction. The stance marks a tougher line from Cornyn after his primary loss to Ken Paxton and amid tensions with Trump.

via Mediaite|
#bo-french#gop#john-cornyn
GRU-Linked Russian Suspect Named in Leipzig Drone Plot
politics1 hour ago

GRU-Linked Russian Suspect Named in Leipzig Drone Plot

German security officials identify a Belarusian disposable agent and a Russian GRU-linked operative as the main suspects in the August Leipzig-Halle drone attack. The plan involved about 1.8 kg of Semtex across three drones and could have destroyed parts of the airport, but a detonator failed. The suspects entered Europe via Latvia and Turkey/Serbia, with the Russian handler directing explosives and logistics; investigators are coordinating with EU partners and the FBI as the probe expands.

via politico.eu|
#drone-attack#germany#gru
Tim Scott fires back after Morning Joe mocks GOP convention speech
politics1 hour ago

Tim Scott fires back after Morning Joe mocks GOP convention speech

Sen. Tim Scott, R-S.C., pushed back at MSNBC’s Morning Joe panel for mocking his fiery address at the Republican midterm convention, accusing Democrats of hiding the truth and of hating what it means to be American. He urged a united GOP alongside President Trump in Dallas as the party campaigns in the midterms and took aim at Democratic candidates and their cultural agenda, while defending his call to defend American values.

via Fox News|
#donald-trump#midterm-elections#morning-joe
politics1 hour ago

GOP nominee backs controversial gun influencer in Texas House race

Texas GOP nominee Johnson endorses Brandon Herrera, the AK Guy with a large gun-rights following and a Trump endorsement, arguing Herrera’s provocative online persona is part of a broader contrast with Democrat Katy Padilla Stout; Herrera is running in a district Cook Political Report rates as likely Republican, a race that follows former Rep. Tony Gonzales’s resignation amid misconduct allegations.

via Politico|
#elections#endorsements#gun-rights
Alaska Drops Voter Misconduct Charges for American Samoa Residents, Emphasizing Intent
politics1 hour ago

Alaska Drops Voter Misconduct Charges for American Samoa Residents, Emphasizing Intent

Alaska prosecutors dropped the voter-misconduct charges against residents from American Samoa after a court clarified that Alaska law requires proof of consciousness of wrongdoing, not just a false citizenship statement. The case centered on a woman who claimed U.S. citizenship on voter registration forms after being elected to a regional school board in 2023; prosecutors argued she knowingly claimed citizenship, but the court’s ruling indicates intent must be proven for convictions, leading to dismissal.

via AP News|
#alaska#american-samoa#citizenship
Reform UK's Record Donations Stir Talk of a Political Shift
politics1 hour ago

Reform UK's Record Donations Stir Talk of a Political Shift

Reform UK’s two record £36m donations, reportedly from crypto backers Ben Delo and Christopher Harborne, push its year-to-date fundraising to about £102.5m and bankroll a nationwide ground operation and policy team, fueling debate over whether mega-donations herald political change. Labour and the Conservatives watch with cautious optimism while calls to cap donations and tighten rules grow; the Electoral Commission is reviewing donor limits, ministers hint at reforms, and Downing Street says the money isn’t yet a guaranteed turning point—though many see it as potentially transformative.

via BBC|
#campaign-financing#crypto-donors#donations
Nashville Renames Airport in Dolly Parton’s Honor After Unanimous Vote
politics2 hours ago

Nashville Renames Airport in Dolly Parton’s Honor After Unanimous Vote

Nashville’s two governing boards unanimously approved renaming Nashville International Airport after Dolly Parton, making her the first woman to have a major US airport named for her. Momentum followed Parton’s death and a petition that drew more than 175,000 signatures. The change will require coordination with Parton’s estate and could take a year or more, including considerations of merchandise profits; Parton had previously declined similar honors. Local officials from both the state and city governments expressed support, marking a rare cross‑partisan consensus.

via Page Six|
#dolly-parton#nashville#nashville-international-airport
politics2 hours ago

Obama urges Democrats to chart a bold AI policy

Former President Barack Obama urged Democrats, including 2028 presidential hopefuls and congressional leaders, to make a robust AI policy a top priority, warning at a private fundraiser that AI is advancing rapidly and requires safety plans, job-displacement safeguards, and a clear public framework from Congress; he framed AI as a defining issue for the 2028 cycle amid ongoing debates about liability, guardrails, and how to balance innovation with public safety.

via Politico|
#2028-elections#ai#democrats
Bo French’s racist UT posts trigger GOP backlash in Texas Railroad Commissioner race
politics2 hours ago

Bo French’s racist UT posts trigger GOP backlash in Texas Railroad Commissioner race

Bo French, the Republican candidate for Texas Railroad Commissioner, posted xenophobic comments about UT students of color, prompting swift condemnation from fellow Republicans, including U.S. Sen. John Cornyn, who urged others to denounce the racism. GOP leaders like Dustin Burrows called for deletion and some labeled French unfit for office, while French doubled down and attacked Cornyn as a RINO; the controversy unfolds weeks before the November election in a race that has drawn national attention.

via The Texas Tribune|
#bo-french#john-cornyn#politics