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Resurfaced Peltola Quote on Criminal Misleading Comes Back Amid Spoiler Candidate Probe
Conservative critics cite a past statement by the Alaska Senate candidate calling for criminal penalties for misleading voters as DOJ investigates alleged scheme to confuse electorate.
Peltola Denies Knowing About Alaska Spoiler Candidate as Justice Department Escalates Investigation
New grand jury subpoenas issued as DOJ probes allegations that Democratic campaign recruited a candidate with a similar name to incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan.
NBC Segment Examines How Midterm Wins Could Elevate Ossoff and Shapiro in 2028
NBC's Meet the Press features a segment on how strong midterm performances by Georgia Senator Jon Ossoff and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro could impact the 2028 presidential race, alongside other election coverage.
Severe Weather Forecast to Impact Key Battleground States on Election Day
National Weather Service predicts thunderstorms in Texas, high winds in Kansas, and heavy rain in Iowa, potentially affecting turnout in critical Senate and gubernatorial races.
Border-State Democrat in Toss-Up Race Says Both Parties Have 'Kicked the Can' on Border Security
Candidate appears on NBC Meet the Press as Democrats in other competitive races address immigration and election integrity concerns.
GOP Challenger Nagel Highlights Somali Gang Violence and Immigration Probe in Bid to Oust Omar
John Nagel calls for a gang task force and urges Rep. Ilhan Omar to clarify her immigration status amid a federal investigation.
Thune Campaigns Across Battleground States While Schumer Faces Candidate Resistance
Senate Majority Leader John Thune has visited seven key states since adjournment, while Minority Leader Chuck Schumer relies on virtual events as several Democratic nominees reject his leadership.
Toronto Jury Convicts 'Crypto King' Aiden Pleterski of Fraud Over C$36M Scheme
The 27-year-old self-described crypto entrepreneur stole millions in investor funds for private jets and luxury cars, with sentencing set for November 13.
House Committee Advances Two Bills That Would Preempt State Recycling Labeling Laws
Legislation supported by industry groups would establish national standards for recycled content claims, potentially overriding stricter state regulations like California’s truth-in-labeling law.
ProPublica Selects Four Students for 2026 Emerging Reporters Program
The initiative provides $9,000 stipends and mentorship to students from Illinois, Texas, Nebraska, Iowa, and New York pursuing investigative journalism.