Political News For 2026-08-08

Senate Republicans push Election Day deadline for California's marathon ballot counts

Sens. James Lankford and Mike Lee cite a Supreme Court ruling as they push legislation requiring all mail-in ballots be received by the time polls close.

Latest Political News on Fox News

Aug 7, 2026 - foxnews.com

Trump Says He Took Venezuela's Oil. Here's What Actually Happened.

Trump put Venezuelan revenues in a secretive bank account overseen by the U.S. government. It's a display of the Treasury's unaccountable power.

Reason.com

Aug 7, 2026 - reason.com

The Senate voted to hold Dr. Fauci in contempt. Now what?

A Senate committee voted to hold Dr. Anthony Fauci in contempt after he refused to answer questions about his handling of the covid pandemic. Chairman Rand Paul plans to refer the case to the DOJ.

NPR Topics: Politics

Aug 6, 2026 - npr.org

Trump Issues Another Unconstitutional Executive Order Targeting Birthright Citizenship

While less sweeping than the one invalidated by the Supreme Court in Trump v. Barbara, it still denies birthright citizenship to many people protected by the earlier Supreme Court decision.

Reason.com

Aug 7, 2026 - reason.com

Trump won't drop war, tariffs or monuments to save the GOP

Read the polls, watch economic indicators and talk to President Trump's inner circle in private, and the verdict on his second term seems clear:Even some longtime insiders fear he's trapped by a war he shouldn't have waged, tariffs he shouldn't have levied, monuments he shouldn't be obsessed with.Wh...

Axios

Aug 7, 2026 - axios.com

Duke Law's alleged race-based admissions accused of defying Supreme Court ruling: DOJ

Duke Law School allegedly gave Black applicants 3.5 times higher admission chances than Asian applicants with the same credentials, the DOJ says.

Latest Political News on Fox News

Aug 7, 2026 - foxnews.com

What happened under Trump this week

The administration approved a new flu shot but is raising fresh questions about the relationship between autism and other vaccines.

Politics

Aug 7, 2026 - washingtonpost.com

Scott Galloway's Bad Idea To Make Young Men Happier

Hint: It's mandatory national service.

Reason.com

Aug 6, 2026 - reason.com

Live results: Tennessee voters pick congressional candidates after redistricting battle

Tennessee voting will finish Thursday in the primary to set key races after the state’s congressional lines were dramatically reshaped by GOP-friendly redistricting that squeezed out the state’s lone Democratic House lawmaker. In the solidly red 5th Congressional District, President Trump has endors...

The Hill News

Aug 6, 2026 - thehill.com

A Viral Tweet Set Off a Discourse on $20 Burritos. Here's the Truth About Inflation.

Americans are angry because everyday goods are much more expensive, and politicians think they should “stop whining.”

Reason.com

Aug 6, 2026 - reason.com

Restoration of America PAC

A super PAC that's part of a group of conservative organizations supporting Republican candidates. The post Restoration of America PAC appeared first on FactCheck.org.

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Aug 7, 2026 - factcheck.org

Watch live: Trump signs 2 executive orders restricting birthright citizenship

President Trump signed two new executive orders Thursday tied to his push to end birthright citizenship. The action comes after the Supreme Court shut the door on previous restrictions on the 14th Amendment right. Trump issued sweeping immigration orders on his first day in office, including requiri...

The Hill News

Aug 6, 2026 - thehill.com

Tariffs on brass instruments come too late for unemployed Ohio factory workers

The tariff proposal was announced three days after The Post's story on the shuttered factory.

Politics

Aug 7, 2026 - washingtonpost.com

The Senate wants a recess. Trump doesn’t.

Before senators leave for recess, Republican leaders are trying to plow through a lengthy to-do list.

Politics

Aug 7, 2026 - washingtonpost.com

Sen. Marsha Blackburn wins the Republican primary for governor of Tennessee

Blackburn, a longtime Trump ally, defeated Rep. John Rose for the nomination, NBC News projects, after the president decided not to endorse in the race.

NBC News Politics

Aug 7, 2026 - nbcnews.com

One chart shows the backlash to gutting the Voting Rights Act

Democratic turnout for House primaries in Shelby County, Tennessee, a majority-Black county, surged to the highest level in a decade.

Politics

Aug 7, 2026 - washingtonpost.com

Maryland's lone congressional Republican blasts Moore's redistricting push as alleged 2028 White House play

Rep. Andy Harris claims Gov. Wes Moore is pushing a Maryland ballot amendment to eliminate his district in furtherance of presidential ambitions.

Latest Political News on Fox News

Aug 7, 2026 - foxnews.com

Green Energy PAC Takes Down Conservative Andy Ogles in Tennessee Primary

Green energy companies funded the PAC that defeated Trump-endorsed Rep. Andy Ogles in Tennessee's 5th Congressional District primary. With nearly all precincts reporting, former state agriculture commissioner Charlie Hatcher defeated Ogles by a 53-47 percent margin. The post Green Energy PAC Takes D...

Breitbart News

Aug 7, 2026 - breitbart.com

Trump doubles down on fight against birthright citizenship with new executive orders

On Thursday, President Trump signed two new executive orders to limit birthright citizenship, about a month after the Supreme Court ended his previous effort. Weija Jiang has more.

Politics - CBSNews.com

Aug 6, 2026 - cbsnews.com

What can Dublin teach us? Milburn goes on a quest to solve youth jobs crisis

The former UK minister discovers how apprenticeships and support networks helped slash Ireland’s Neet rateEnglish primary schools to be told to identify children at risk of future unemploymentAlan Milburn is guiding a metal loop along the serpentine wire of an electrical buzzer game as he explains t...

Politics | The Guardian

Aug 7, 2026 - theguardian.com

Badenoch pens letter to Clacton ahead of by-election

The Tories are not standing in next week's election, triggered by Nigel Farage's resignation.

BBC News

Aug 7, 2026 - bbc.co.uk

Charles S. Faddis, Ex-C.I.A. Officer Who Pushed Conspiracies, Dies at 68

After 20 years in the C.I.A., he emerged as an outspoken critic of the agency and as a leader of the election-denial movement in Pennsylvania.

NYT > U.S. > Politics

Aug 7, 2026 - nytimes.com

Report: Demographic Breakdown of El-Sayed's Voters Worries Democrats About Strength of His Candidacy

Far-left Abdulrahman Mohamed El-Sayed's victory in the Democrat Michigan Senate primary this week over the more moderate Rep. Haley Stevens (D-MI) was "too close for comfort for many Democrats" ahead of the general election, The Hill reported. The post Report: Demographic Breakdown of El-Sayed’s Vot...

Breitbart News

Aug 6, 2026 - breitbart.com

Trump-backed incumbent ousted in House primary as GOP redistricting push set to reshape Tennessee

Trump-backed incumbent Andy Ogles falls despite a late push from the president, while Republicans’ new congressional map set up a Trump-vs.-AOC proxy fight that could prove pivotal come November.

Latest Political News on Fox News

Aug 7, 2026 - foxnews.com

Inside the results: How redistricting shaped Tennessee’s primary election

Tennessee's party primaries saw incumbent Representative Andy Ogles ousted and set up a heated race for District 9.

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Aug 7, 2026 - aljazeera.com

Cassidy backs Todd Blanche, securing his path to Senate confirmation

Sen. Bill Cassidy’s support paves the way for Senate confirmation of Todd Blanche to serve in President Donald Trump’s Cabinet on a permanent basis. The post Cassidy backs Todd Blanche, securing his p...

MS NOW

Aug 7, 2026 - ms.now

Warren presses U.S. companies to share tariff refunds with customers

Companies receiving billions in refunds for U.S. tariffs struck down by the Supreme Court should return money to consumers, Sen. Elizabeth Warren said.

Politics - CBSNews.com

Aug 7, 2026 - cbsnews.com

Trump may be just what Michigan Democrats need after bruising primary

Democrats have a unity problem three months out from the general election, after a bruising primary that showed how evenly the party’s voters are split between progressive and centrist visions for its future.  President Trump may be exactly what they need to pull together and defeat the GOP nominee,...

The Hill News

Aug 7, 2026 - thehill.com

State representative defeats former House Republican in primary for Rose’s open seat in Tennessee

Tennessee state Rep. Johnny Garrett is projected to win the Republican primary in the U.S. House race to replace outgoing GOP Rep. John Rose, according to Decision Desk HQ. Garrett, a self-described “Trump Conservative,” will now advance to the November election where he will face Democratic nominee...

The Hill News

Aug 7, 2026 - thehill.com

Trump says he’ll bring ballroom fight to Supreme Court after lower court halts work

An appeals court ruled earlier Friday that construction must stop until Congress authorizes the project. The ballroom is among the president’s top priorities for this term.

Politics

Aug 7, 2026 - washingtonpost.com

In Texas, the economy rather than abortion takes center stage

Senate contenders James Talarico and Ken Paxton unveil dueling economic plans as this year’s campaigns turn from the culture wars that defined the state’s 2024 vote.

Politics

Aug 7, 2026 - washingtonpost.com

Nicolle Wallace warns Trump’s handling of the economy is a ‘five-alarm’ fire for GOP

With Trump’s approval rating at historic lows, Wallace said he is effectively “telling voters to trust him and not their own eyes or ears or wallets.” The post Nicolle Wallace warns Trump’s handling o...

MS NOW

Aug 7, 2026 - ms.now

Senate Majority PAC

A super PAC dedicated to helping Democrats win seats in the Senate and affiliated with the nonprofit Majority Forward. The post Senate Majority PAC appeared first on FactCheck.org.

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Aug 7, 2026 - factcheck.org

Trump-endorsed Ogles loses Tennessee House GOP primary

Republican Rep. Andy Ogles (Tenn.) is projected to fall short in a Thursday primary for the 5th Congressional District, delivering a blow to President Trump, according to Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ). Former Tennessee Commissioner of Agriculture Dr. Charlie Hatcher, the lone Republican challenger in the ...

The Hill News

Aug 7, 2026 - thehill.com

Oz’s Medicaid Fraud Claims About California and Minnesota Lack Context

Announcing a pause on more than $1 billion in Medicaid funding to Minnesota and California last month, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz accused state officials of being too lax about fraud, citing among other things the results of a provider verification process i...

FactCheck.org

Aug 6, 2026 - factcheck.org

Senate passes Russia sanctions bill that was long championed by Lindsey Graham

The bill is meant to stifle Russia's economy by allowing for tough new tariffs against major importers of Russian energy. The legislation was led by Lindsey Graham before his unexpected death in July.

NPR Topics: Politics

Aug 7, 2026 - npr.org

Sen. Mitch McConnell says he has been discharged from rehab center to recover at home

Kentucky Sen. Mitch McConnell said he was discharged from his rehabilitation center in a Thursday statement, more than 50 days after hospitalization.

NPR Topics: Politics

Aug 7, 2026 - npr.org

Democracy PAC/Democracy PAC II

George Soros super PACs funding political organizations that help elect Democrats. The post Democracy PAC/Democracy PAC II appeared first on FactCheck.org.

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Aug 7, 2026 - factcheck.org

He May Lose, But Dems Are Right To Back El-Sayed

The reaction so far among establishment Democrats to Abdul El-Sayed's narrow win in the Michigan Democratic Senate primary has been surprisingly encouraging.

RealClearPolitics - Homepage

Aug 7, 2026 - realclearpolitics.com

Tennessee Republican booted in primary upset

Tennessee voters ousted Rep. Andy Ogles in Thursday’s primary, despite his endorsement by President Donald Trump.

Semafor

Aug 7, 2026 - semafor.com

Following appeals court loss, Trump tries to rebrand his ballroom as a ‘military center’

The president seems to think rebranding his controversial vanity project could help make it happen. He’s likely to be disappointed. The post Following appeals court loss, Trump tries to rebrand his ba...

MS NOW

Aug 7, 2026 - ms.now

US shed 23,000 jobs in July

Labor Department data paints an unexpectedly bleak picture in July.

Semafor

Aug 7, 2026 - semafor.com

What Will The "Apolitical Proceduralist" Do With The East Wing Case?

Will Justice Barrett really find standing based on an "aesthetic" injury?

Reason.com

Aug 7, 2026 - reason.com

Fairshake

A super PAC supporting the cryptocurrency industry. The post Fairshake appeared first on FactCheck.org.

FactCheck.org

Aug 7, 2026 - factcheck.org

Universities are fueling the radicalism in American politics

The radicalism that is consuming American politics can be traced back to American universities. Any solution will require overhauling higher education as it currently exists. There is no greater proof that American universities are fueling radical politics than Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary, ...

Washington Examiner

Aug 7, 2026 - washingtonexaminer.com

Trump touts wins in Tennessee primary despite Ogles loss

President Trump touted his endorsement track record Friday after one of his picks, Rep. Andy Ogles (R), lost his Thursday primary in Tennessee. “Last night was another good night for Endorsements, 8-1, and the 1 was a person who I remained loyal to even though he had virtually no chance of winning, ...

The Hill News

Aug 7, 2026 - thehill.com

Abdul el Sayed is an American tragedy 

In Focus delivers deeper coverage of the political, cultural, and ideological issues shaping America. Published daily by senior writers and experts, these in-depth pieces go beyond the headlines to give readers the full picture. You can find our full list of In Focus pieces here. Dr. Abdul el Sayed,...

Washington Examiner

Aug 7, 2026 - washingtonexaminer.com

GOP's Crusade Against Fauci Isn't Limited to Congress

As the midterm elections approach, the GOP crusade against one of the nation's most accomplished and celebrated scientists is rapidly descending into madness.

RealClearPolitics - Homepage

Aug 7, 2026 - realclearpolitics.com

Trump tries new tack against birthright citizenship after Supreme Court snub

The president signed executive orders that target children born to “alien enemies,” foreign lobbyists or tourists. The orders are certain to face legal challenges.

Politics

Aug 6, 2026 - washingtonpost.com

Trump Calls Roberts's Bluff With New Executive Order On Birthright Citizenship

What will Justice Barrett do?

Reason.com

Aug 7, 2026 - reason.com

Players Guide 2026

Every election cycle since 2010, we have published profiles of some of the many outside groups trying to influence who gets elected to Congress and the White House. Today, we’re launching our latest Players Guide with write-ups of eight of the biggest spenders so far for the 2026 midterms. The post ...

FactCheck.org

Aug 7, 2026 - factcheck.org

Thetford residents remain on edge after days of ‘mob rule’ over asylum plans

People voice frustration with officials’ failure to engage with community over placement of asylum seekers in areaA smashed window pane and some broken eggshells on a footpath were some of the tell-tale signs of events that took place this week on a residential street at the edge of Thetford.On Frid...

Politics | The Guardian

Aug 7, 2026 - theguardian.com

Trump Administration Will Pay $1.2 Billion To Cancel More Offshore Wind Projects, Calling It 'Common Sense'

German energy company RWE decided "there is no path forward to permit these projects in the U.S. for the foreseeable future."

Reason.com

Aug 7, 2026 - reason.com

Legal “Non-Network” Healthcare Insurance Plans Deserve a Test

In the case of introducing so-called “non-network” insurance into the Affordable Care Act (ACA) markets, the potential rewards justify a test, but it should be conducted within the boundaries of what Congress has authorized. The post Legal “Non-Network” Healthcare Insurance Plans Deserve a Test appe...

American Enterprise Institute – AEI

Aug 6, 2026 - aei.org

Is the Left Capturing ‘America First?’

Progressive candidates make the case that they prioritize U.S. interests more than MAGA Republicans The post Is the Left Capturing ‘America First?’ appeared first on The American Conservative.

The American Conservative

Aug 7, 2026 - theamericanconservative.com

Can You Imagine a Future Where Adults Don't Believe in Socialism?

Only in a capitalist world can we live free and prosperous lives, even if it means that we're expected to show up to work on time.

Reason.com

Aug 7, 2026 - reason.com

Rogers opens door to Democratic voters after El-Sayed’s primary victory: ‘There is still hope’

Mike Rogers appeals to Michigan Democrats after Abdul El-Sayed's primary win, saying those who feel unrepresented have a home with his campaign.

Latest Political News on Fox News

Aug 7, 2026 - foxnews.com

Live updates: Trump signs orders aimed at curbing birthright citizenship; Senate panel votes to hold Fauci in contempt

President Trump on Thursday afternoon signed two executive orders that take aim at birthright citizenship and the Supreme Court ruling in June that upheld it. Trump earlier Thursday trashed The Washington Post for its reporting on a rift between him and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth amid a munition...

The Hill News

Aug 6, 2026 - thehill.com

Disagreement Inside the Left on Economics, Identity Issues

Francesca Hong is the frontrunner to win the Democratic nomination for governor of Wisconsin next week. If she goes on to win the general election, she'll become the first democratic socialist governor in American history.

RealClearPolitics - Homepage

Aug 7, 2026 - realclearpolitics.com

"No escape:" Inside Rubio's Cuba pressure campaign

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is waging an unprecedented economic war on Cuba — and wants to make sure the island's communist leaders know it's going to get worse."What we're trying to teach them is, there are no escape valves," Rubio told Axios.Why it matters: Cuba's economy is in a state of slow-...

Axios

Aug 7, 2026 - axios.com

Twin Falls Shooting Underlines the Need for Taking Self-Defense Seriously

Armed people at the scene of the crime fired on the attacker and drove him away.

Reason.com

Aug 7, 2026 - reason.com

Why has Kemi Badenoch given a former neo-Nazi an advisory role? – The Latest

Joshua Bonehill-Paine, a former neo-Nazi activist, has been offered a role as an adviser to the Conservative party by Kemi Badenoch after he withdrew as a Tory candidate for next year’s local elections. The role will reportedly be focused on how young men become radicalised.Bonehill-Paine was convic...

Politics | The Guardian

Aug 6, 2026 - theguardian.com

Inside the GOP's mad dash to recess finish line

Senate Republicans are racing toward the August recess with a legislative to-do list worthy of a Joe Rogan podcast: crypto, college sports and hemp.Why it matters: They likely won't get to all of it, but the White House wants the Senate to get caught trying.First, senators want to get way ahead of a...

Axios

Aug 6, 2026 - axios.com

MAGA’s Most Famous Prisoner Is Free

Newly out of prison, Tina Peters is back to trying to prove election fraud.

Politics | The Atlantic

Aug 7, 2026 - theatlantic.com

Ohio’s other GOP senator calls on Rep. Max Miller to resign

Sen. Jon Husted joined Sen. Bernie Moreno, Miller’s former father-in-law, in calling for the embattled congressman to step aside.

Politics

Aug 6, 2026 - washingtonpost.com

Another court blocks White House ballroom work, teeing up a Supreme Court review

A federal appeals court says above-ground construction cannot continue without approval from Congress, siding with historic preservation advocates.

NPR Topics: Politics

Aug 7, 2026 - npr.org

A Federal Judge Rejects National Firearms Act Regulations, Saying Their Tax Rationale No Longer Applies

When Congress eliminated taxes on suppressors, short-barreled rifles, and short-barreled shotguns, it also eliminated the constitutional justification for regulating them.

Reason.com

Aug 6, 2026 - reason.com

Columbia mayor wins Democratic primary for Ogles seat in Tennessee

Columbia Mayor Chaz Molder (D), one of three Democrats seeking to unseat Rep. Andy Ogles (R-Tenn.) and represent Tennessee’s 5th Congressional District, is projected to advance to facwe the incumbent in the November general election, according to Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ). Molder won the Democratic pr...

The Hill News

Aug 7, 2026 - thehill.com

Congressional Leadership Fund

A hybrid PAC aiming to maintain and expand the Republican majority in the House. The post Congressional Leadership Fund appeared first on FactCheck.org.

FactCheck.org

Aug 7, 2026 - factcheck.org

What’s up with all these scandals in Congress?

One lawmaker faces domestic abuse allegations; another, allegations of inappropriate behavior toward female staffers.

Politics

Aug 6, 2026 - washingtonpost.com

Trump comes up short with Ogles in Tennessee: 3 takeaways from Thursday’s primaries

Voters in Tennessee dealt President Trump a blow and rejected Republican Rep. Andy Ogles at the polls Thursday.   The second-term lawmaker faced a formidable primary challenge from Charlie Hatcher, a former state agriculture commissioner endorsed by outgoing Gov. Bill Lee (R). Hatcher’s victory is t...

The Hill News

Aug 7, 2026 - thehill.com

Sturgeon's criticisms of Swinney reveal tensions in SNP ranks

The former first minister's attack on the SNP's 2026 election campaign has led to rebukes from ex-colleagues.

BBC News

Aug 6, 2026 - bbc.co.uk

It must be tricky for Nige to remember what’s what. It’s so hideously complicated | John Crace

I can’t pass up the moment the Reform leader celebrates his byelection victory against ‘the establishment’ – a man with a dustbin on his headYou would have thought that after 35 years of writing for the Guardian I would have mastered some of the basics of holiday protocol by now. Apparently not. Whi...

Politics | The Guardian

Aug 7, 2026 - theguardian.com

Francesca Hong scrutinized over ‘cancel Thanksgiving’ post in Wisconsin governor race

Hong, a democratic socialist running for Wisconsin governor, is getting attention for social media posts calling for canceling Thanksgiving and abolishing police.

Politics

Aug 6, 2026 - washingtonpost.com

Some House Republicans Are Backing a Challenger in Cory Mills’s Re-election Bid

Two Republican lawmakers have endorsed a primary opponent of Representative Cory Mills, who has been accused of assault and is under investigation by the House Ethics Committee.

NYT > U.S. > Politics

Aug 6, 2026 - nytimes.com

United Democracy Project

A nonpartisan super PAC launched by the American Israel Public Affairs Committee. The post United Democracy Project appeared first on FactCheck.org.

FactCheck.org

Aug 7, 2026 - factcheck.org

Trump’s role as kingmaker dented after two primary losses this week

President Donald Trump’s role as a kingmaker for the Republican Party hit a snag this week as two of his preferred candidates in primary races were defeated, including Rep. Andy Ogles (R-TN), bringing his loss total to six for the cycle. Trump, however, shrugged off the recent string of losses, sugg...

Washington Examiner

Aug 7, 2026 - washingtonexaminer.com

Alsobrooks introducing legislation to exempt school supplies from Trump tariffs

Democratic Sen. Angela Alsobrooks (Md.) on Thursday will introduce legislation to exempt school supplies from President Trump’s tariffs, as families nationwide prepare for the start of a new academic year. The bill, titled the Back-to-School Supplies Affordability Act, proposes shielding school supp...

The Hill News

Aug 6, 2026 - thehill.com

Primary schools to be told to identify children at risk of future unemployment

Exclusive: Neet crisis review to call for teachers to be asked to spot those at risk of leaving education jobless at 16What can Dublin teach us? Milburn goes on quest to learnPrimary schools in England should be required to identify children at risk of leaving education at 16 without finding a job, ...

Politics | The Guardian

Aug 7, 2026 - theguardian.com

Kalshi banks on its predictions’ accuracy

The company studied its bets and found they came closer to reality than most AI models and track human “superforecasters.”

Semafor

Aug 6, 2026 - semafor.com

Summer jobs report is a double whammy for workers

Data: Bureau of Labor Statistics; Chart: Courtenay Brown/AxiosAmerica's labor market appeared to be gaining momentum this spring. The latest data makes that rebound look much less convincing.Why it matters: The report isn't as bad as the headline suggests, but the broader picture is still one of a l...

Axios

Aug 7, 2026 - axios.com

Trump’s imaginary Red Scare

A sticker reading “socialism is good, actually” is seen on a table during an election night party held by the Los Angeles chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America on November 4, 2025, in Los Angeles, California. | Eric Thayer/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images Democratic socialists keep win...

Politics | Vox

Aug 7, 2026 - vox.com

Minnesota prosecutor asks Texas to extradite ICE agent to face charges in shooting case

The county attorney asked Gov. Greg Abbott to authorize the extradition of Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer Christian Castro on charges of assault.

Politics

Aug 6, 2026 - washingtonpost.com

Trump signs new orders targeting birthright citizenship, weeks after SCOTUS ruling

President Trump is once again attempting to put restrictions on who is automatically guaranteed citizenship after being born in the U.S., just weeks after the Supreme Court struck down his attempt to end birthright citizenship.

NPR Topics: Politics

Aug 6, 2026 - npr.org

GOP Rep. Andy Ogles ousted in Tennessee primary

His loss makes him the second Donald Trump-endorsed candidate to lose a primary this week.

Politics

Aug 6, 2026 - politico.com

Blanche's path to confirmation appears clear after winning key Republican's support

A key Republican senator, Bill Cassidy of Louisiana, said he would back Todd Blanche's nomination as attorney general, smoothing the path for his ultimate confirmation by the Senate.

NPR Topics: Politics

Aug 7, 2026 - npr.org

8/6: The Takeout with Major Garrett

Rep. Haley Stevens discusses her primary loss to Abdul El-Sayed; President Trump denies reports of U.S. munitions shortages.

Politics - CBSNews.com

Aug 6, 2026 - cbsnews.com

Fed’s Warsh balances political, market pressure

The Federal Reserve chair has kept lines of communication with President Donald Trump open since taking the role.

Semafor

Aug 6, 2026 - semafor.com

Our current housing crisis began in 2008 — and it never ended

Inflation did not create America's housing crisis. It only exposed it.

The Hill News

Aug 7, 2026 - thehill.com

African football backs FIFA’s Infantino

As other confederations abandon the FIFA president, Africa gives Infantino a lifeline.

Semafor

Aug 7, 2026 - semafor.com

The GOP Is Warning About Socialism While Quietly Embracing It

Federal ownership of private companies has become routine. And it is happening on the right, even as conservatives point fingers at the left for its socialism.

Reason.com

Aug 6, 2026 - reason.com

Trump orders limits on birthright citizenship, targets ‘birth tourism’

President Trump on Thursday signed two executive orders again aimed at restricting birthright citizenship, an apparent attempt to circumvent a recent Supreme Court ruling that upheld the constitutional protection. In late June, the Supreme Court struck down Trump’s Day 1 executive order that sought ...

The Hill News

Aug 6, 2026 - thehill.com

10 Democrats and Rand Paul oppose Russia sanctions bill

The Senate voted Friday to strengthen sanctions against Russia and Iran, passing a measure honoring the late Sen. Lindsey Graham in a rare but strong show of bipartisanship. The upper chamber cleared the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia Act of 2026 with the support of 86 senators. Only 11 senato...

Washington Examiner

Aug 7, 2026 - washingtonexaminer.com

Is Nigel Farage Losing His Political Touch?

An ill-advised party alliance follows other blunders. The post Is Nigel Farage Losing His Political Touch? appeared first on The American Conservative.

The American Conservative

Aug 7, 2026 - theamericanconservative.com

Why Max Miller is staying in (for now)

Denounced on social media and by fellow Republicans, Ohio Rep. Max Miller is telling allies he's not quitting for a simple reason: It would be tantamount to admitting he beat his ex-wife and their child, which he denies.Why it matters: The Washington summer scandal is a case study in whether Miller ...

Axios

Aug 6, 2026 - axios.com

Congressional candidate arrested after viral Maui beach brawl video

Long-shot Democratic congressional candidate Kirill Basin was arrested last weekend following an altercation at a Maui beach ahead of the Democratic primary in Hawaii’s 2nd Congressional District on Aug. 8, where he’s seeking to unseat two-term Rep. Jill Tokuda (D-Hawaii). According to the Maui Poli...

The Hill News

Aug 6, 2026 - thehill.com

Trump says he’d ‘probably get along’ with Jeffries as House speaker

Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-New York) is likely to lead the chamber if Democrats win it back.

Politics

Aug 7, 2026 - washingtonpost.com

Voters face uneven AI deepfake protections

Data: NCSL; Map: Sara Wise/AxiosAmericans across the country could have very different experiences with AI deepfakes leading up to Election Day, thanks to a patchwork of state rules.Why it matters: AI-generated attack ads and campaign content are rampant leading up to the midterms as candidates acro...

Axios

Aug 7, 2026 - axios.com

Senate panel votes to hold Anthony Fauci in contempt of Congress

The longtime infectious-disease scientist refused to answer questions from committee members at a hearing last week.

Politics

Aug 6, 2026 - washingtonpost.com

Trump Targets 'Birth Tourism' With Two New Executive Orders

President Donald Trump is once again trying to restrict birthright citizenship, signing two executive orders that aim to crack down on “birth tourism.” The Supreme Court already blocked a previous effort by the president to limit the constitutional right and critics believe this order will meet the ...

NBC News Politics

Aug 7, 2026 - today.com

Trump issues new executive orders aimed at birthright citizenship

The Supreme Court in June struck down President Trump's earlier executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship.

Politics - CBSNews.com

Aug 6, 2026 - cbsnews.com

Winner in Michigan's Democrat Primary? GOP's Mike Rogers

RealClearPolitics - Homepage

Aug 7, 2026 - realclearpolitics.com

Trump and Fed Chair Warsh Talk 'All the Time,' Hassett Says

President Trump and Fed Chair Kevin Warsh talk about the economy “all the time,” National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett says on "Bloomberg Open Interest." Hassett says he's sure Trump is not telling Warsh what to do about interest rates. (Source: Bloomberg)

Bloomberg Politics

Aug 7, 2026 - bloomberg.com

Live results: Tennessee Senate race could be 2020 rematch

Tennessee primary voting ends Thursday in the election to select the Republican and Democratic candidates for November’s Senate election. One-term incumbent Sen. Bill Hagerty (R-Tenn.), who previously served as the U.S. ambassador to Japan during President Trump’s first term after a successful busin...

The Hill News

Aug 6, 2026 - thehill.com

Friday’s Campaign Round-Up, 8.7.26: Blackburn advances in Tennessee’s gubernatorial race

Today’s installment of campaign-related news items from across the country. The post Friday’s Campaign Round-Up, 8.7.26: Blackburn advances in Tennessee’s gubernatorial race appeared first on MS NOW.

MS NOW

Aug 7, 2026 - ms.now

Live results: Blackburn clinches GOP nod in Tennessee governor’s race

Voting concludes Thursday in Tennessee to select the Republican and Democratic candidates who will face off in November’s gubernatorial election. In the reliably red Volunteer State, Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Rep. John Rose (R-Tenn.) are facing off for the Republican nomination. Blackburn ...

The Hill News

Aug 6, 2026 - thehill.com

What’s in a foreign-sounding name? Trump’s first House primary loss

In Michigan's primary elections, Republican newcomer Thomas Smith defeated Donald Trump-endorsed Amir Hassan in the 8th District, while Democrat Abdul El-Sayed narrowly won the Senate primary before facing Mike Rogers in the general election.

The Hill News

Aug 7, 2026 - thehill.com

Trump tries to restrict birthright citizenship again with new executive orders

In another attempt to target birthright citizenship, President Trump signed two executive orders to limit who is eligible for birthright citizenship. The Supreme Court struck down Mr. Trump's first move to completely end birthright citizenship.

Politics - CBSNews.com

Aug 7, 2026 - cbsnews.com

Husted, GOP Ohio senator facing reelection, calls on Miller to resign over abuse allegations

Sen. Jon Husted (R-Ohio) broke his silence on the abuse allegations against Rep. Max Miller (R-Ohio) Wednesday and called for his fellow Ohio Republican to drop his reelection bid and resign from Congress for the sake of his daughter’s wellbeing. Husted had largely declined to comment on the serious...

The Hill News

Aug 6, 2026 - thehill.com

Rep. Andy Ogles loses his Republican primary in Tennessee

Rep. Andy Ogles of Tennessee has lost his Republican primary, NBC News projects, falling to a former state official in a primary season that has seen an unusually high number of incumbents lose renomination.

NBC News Politics

Aug 7, 2026 - nbcnews.com

A ‘Keminaissance’ for the Tories is wishful thinking – Badenoch’s Reform-lite summer will only end one way | Jonathan Freedland

Hiring a convicted antisemite as an adviser; rabble rousing at a time of violent unrest. She is still in a race to the bottom and making too many mistakesThe Keminaissance will be delayed. For nearly a year, Conservative optimists and a clutch of supportive pundits have been forecasting an upturn in...

Politics | The Guardian

Aug 7, 2026 - theguardian.com

Some migrants hate America on arrival

In 1932, the French newspaper La Liberte (rather ungratefully) wrote that “Americans are the only race which passed directly from barbarism to decadence without knowing civilization.” Today, a substantial subset of immigrants passes from hating America abroad to hating it from within, without any in...

Washington Examiner

Aug 7, 2026 - washingtonexaminer.com

Cyberattacks expose deeper vulnerabilities in U.S. water systems

Suspected Iran-linked cyberattacks are exposing long-standing vulnerabilities in fragmented U.S. drinking water systems facing aging infrastructure and intensifying climate threats.Why it matters: Drinking water systems disruptions can threaten public health and essential services, while many utilit...

Axios

Aug 6, 2026 - axios.com

Ohio Rep. Max Miller faces a growing number of calls to resign from fellow Republicans

Miller, who is running for re-election, has denied abusing his ex-wife, Emily Moreno, who is the daughter of Sen. Bernie Moreno of Ohio.

NBC News Politics

Aug 6, 2026 - nbcnews.com

Abuse, harassment allegations threaten to derail Republicans’ midterm message

House Republicans are confronting an unwelcome political headache as a string of abuse and harassment allegations involving several GOP lawmakers threatens to complicate the party’s midterm message just months before the November elections. The domestic abuse allegations against Rep. Max Miller (R-O...

The Hill News

Aug 7, 2026 - thehill.com

Communist, socialist network helped fuel Madison protests after Corey Ruiz shooting, investigation finds

Communist and socialist groups including the Party for Socialism and Liberation and Freedom Inc. drove Madison protests after the Corey Ruiz shooting.

Latest Political News on Fox News

Aug 7, 2026 - foxnews.com

US loses 23,000 jobs in July, unemployment dips slightly

The U.S. economy lost 23,000 jobs in July, and the unemployment rate dipped slightly to 4.1 percent, according to new data released Friday by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.  Economists had expected American employers to add 83,000 jobs and the jobless rate to hold steady at 4.2 percent last month, ...

The Hill News

Aug 7, 2026 - thehill.com

Socialist House nominee's radical law-and-order vision: 'What are illegals?'

Chris Rabb questioned the premise of "illegal immigrants" and claimed 99% of police work does not involve pursuing criminals in a heated exchange.

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Aug 7, 2026 - foxnews.com

Amicus Brief in Lawsuit Against Meta Over Buffalo Supermarket Shooting and Allegedly Addictive Design

From Jane Bambauer's and my brief in Patterson v. Meta Platforms, Inc., pending now before New York's highest court (for… The post Amicus Brief in Lawsuit Against Meta Over Buffalo Supermarket Shooting and Allegedly Addictive Design appeared first on Reason.com.

Reason.com

Aug 7, 2026 - reason.com

Max Miller down double digits to Democrat Poindexter in new poll

As elections for Ohio’s 7th Congressional District near, Rep. Max Miller (R-Ohio) is losing traction for his campaign amid allegations of abuse from his ex-wife, as his Democratic opponent pulls ahead in a new poll. In a new co/efficient polling memo, Brook Park City Council member Democrat Brian Po...

The Hill News

Aug 7, 2026 - thehill.com

Cassidy backs Blanche for attorney general, appearing to clear way for confirmation

The Senate could hold the final vote on President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Justice Department as soon as Friday.

Politics

Aug 7, 2026 - washingtonpost.com

French officers halted small boats at sea 10 times since spring

Disclosure challenges Conservative and Reform claims that police are refusing to interveneThe French authorities have halted small boats at sea in the Channel on 10 occasions since the spring, officials said on Friday.Despite claims from the Conservatives and Reform that the French were refusing to ...

Politics | The Guardian

Aug 7, 2026 - theguardian.com

White House sends warning letter to Lisa Cook threatening to fire her

President Donald Trump has notified Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook that he is considering removing her from the central bank over allegations of mortgage fraud, and has given her three weeks to respond before making a final decision. In an Aug. 5 letter, the White House told Cook there was “suff...

Washington Examiner

Aug 7, 2026 - washingtonexaminer.com

Pentagon plots new nuclear options for Trump as America’s biggest adversaries raise stakes: report

President Donald Trump could gain new tactical nuclear weapons options under a classified Pentagon strategy led by Elbridge Colby, NBC reports.

Latest Political News on Fox News

Aug 7, 2026 - foxnews.com

Lindsey Graham's final mission to punish Putin clears Senate after yearlong fight

A sanctions bill targets Russia's oil and gas revenue with up to 500% tariffs on Russian imports and penalties on countries buying Russian energy.

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Aug 7, 2026 - foxnews.com

Prosecutor Sues Justice Dept. Over Dismissal After Right-Wing Influencer’s Claim

Will Rosenzweig joins a growing list of former prosecutors and federal agents who have gone to court to contest the purge of law enforcement deemed disloyal.

NYT > U.S. > Politics

Aug 7, 2026 - nytimes.com

Trump's pick for top law enforcement official gets crucial last-minute lifeline for confirmation

As Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche's confirmation appeared headed for defeat, one on-the-fence Senate Republican threw him and President Donald Trump a vital lifeline.

Latest Political News on Fox News

Aug 7, 2026 - foxnews.com

Exclusive: GOP plans socialism telethon at midterm convention

Republicans plan to use their first-ever midterm convention in Dallas next month to mount a sweeping, made-for-prime-time case that Democrats have become captive to their activist left, Axios has learned.Why it matters: With President Trump's approval rating in the 30s and his war in Iran weighing o...

Axios

Aug 7, 2026 - axios.com

Bessent announces crackdown on undocumented immigrants' use of U.S. banks

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told Arizona bankers the administration won't allow "risks posed by the extension of financial services to illegal aliens."

Politics - CBSNews.com

Aug 6, 2026 - cbsnews.com

Blackburn on track to succeed Lee as Tennessee governor after primary win

Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) is projected to advance in the Republican gubernatorial primary, making her likely to succeed Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee (R) as the Volunteer State’s next chief executive, according to Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ). Blackburn defeated Rep. John Rose (R-Tenn.) in his attempt to...

The Hill News

Aug 7, 2026 - thehill.com

Harris throws support behind El-Sayed in Michigan: ‘I proudly stand with him’

Former Vice President Kamala Harris endorsed Abdul El-Sayed, the Democratic nominee in Michigan’s Senate race, on Friday.  “Dr. Abdul El-Sayed understands that the power is with the people, and that the stakes couldn’t be higher in this election,” Harris said in a statement.  “While Michiganders str...

The Hill News

Aug 7, 2026 - thehill.com

Trump renews attempt to fire Lisa Cook from Federal Reserve after Supreme Court defeat

The high court blocked Trump from immediately firing Cook in June after the White House accused her of mortgage fraud, which Cook has denied. The post Trump renews attempt to fire Lisa Cook from Fed...

MS NOW

Aug 7, 2026 - ms.now

Schumer sees Senate map expanding deeper into red territory

The Democratic leader’s chosen candidates lost in two primaries. But he told Semafor he’s only adding to his midterm target list.

Semafor

Aug 7, 2026 - semafor.com

A Burrito Costs How Much?

Plus: The economy lost 23,000 jobs in July, inflation is outpacing wage growth, Trump is still mad about birthright citizenship, and more...

Reason.com

Aug 7, 2026 - reason.com

Trump Signs Executive Orders Targeting Birthright Citizenship and ‘Birth Tourism’

The orders come after the Supreme Court ruled June 30 that President Trump’s previous efforts to end birthright citizenship were unconstitutional.

NYT > U.S. > Politics

Aug 7, 2026 - nytimes.com

Ex-Obama, Biden diplomat blasts former boss’ border failures: 'They woke up too late'

Ken Salazar says the Biden administration "woke up too late" on the border crisis, creating a vacuum that handed Trump his strongest political issue.

Latest Political News on Fox News

Aug 7, 2026 - foxnews.com

Trump-endorsed Rep. Andy Ogles projected to lose GOP primary in Tennessee

Two-term Rep. Andy Ogles lost the Republican primary for his Tennessee House seat, the Associated Press projects, despite securing an endorsement from President Trump.

Politics - CBSNews.com

Aug 6, 2026 - cbsnews.com

North Carolina Citizen Files Damages Claim After Border Patrol Arrested Him, Then Left Him on the Roadside

A viral video showed immigration officers uncuffing Fernando Vasquez and then dumping his papers onto the ground before driving off.

Reason.com

Aug 7, 2026 - reason.com

Hawaii's End Run Around Citizens United Faces a First Amendment Roadblock

A new Hawaii law reclassifies corporate political speech as a "power" the state can revoke at will.

Reason.com

Aug 6, 2026 - reason.com

US Senate Passes Russia Sanctions Bill Championed by Graham

The US Senate passed a sweeping new Russia sanctions bill authorizing punishing tariffs on China, India and other top buyers of the country’s oil and gas as well as extended Iran sanctions.

Bloomberg Politics

Aug 7, 2026 - bloomberg.com

In Upset, Andy Ogles Loses to a Republican Challenger in Tennessee

Mr. Ogles, a two-term congressman, had held off primary threats before, despite controversy. But on Thursday, Charlie Hatcher, a former state agriculture commissioner, delivered an upset.

NYT > U.S. > Politics

Aug 7, 2026 - nytimes.com

READ THE DOCUMENTS: Secret ‘Oxferd Comma’ probe cast Trump as potential Russian asset after Comey firing

The FBI opened a counterintelligence probe codenamed "Oxferd Comma" after Trump fired James Comey, seeking direct ties to the Russian Federation.

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Aug 7, 2026 - foxnews.com

Spain and Italy Step Up Border Control Fight Over Migrant Crisis

Spain and Italy’s feud over migration escalated after Rome bluntly refused to lift new border controls imposed after the sudden influx of 70,000 migrants to a Spanish African enclave.

Bloomberg Politics

Aug 7, 2026 - bloomberg.com

Trump says he would ‘probably’ get along with Jeffries as Speaker

President Trump predicted in an interview that aired early Friday he would “probably” get along with House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) if Democrats take back the majority in the lower chamber in the midterm elections. “I’d probably get along with him very well,” Trump told Punchbowl New...

The Hill News

Aug 7, 2026 - thehill.com

Posting "I Wish Someone Would In Alive Him" About Federal Judge Isn't Punishable Threat

From Judge Carlos Mendoza (M.D. Fla.) in U.S. v. Joudeh: Defendant is charged with one count of transmission of an… The post Posting "I Wish Someone Would In Alive Him" About Federal Judge Isn't Punishable Threat appeared first on Reason.com.

Reason.com

Aug 7, 2026 - reason.com

Trump Issues Tariffs on Key Ingredient for Electronics and Solar Panels

The administration will impose a minimum import price for polysilicon, a key component for semiconductors and solar panels, as well as tariffs for products made with the material.

NYT > U.S. > Politics

Aug 6, 2026 - nytimes.com

Sen. Marsha Blackburn wins Republican primary for Tennessee governor

Sen. Marsha Blackburn had faced two primary challengers, including Rep. John Rose.

Politics - CBSNews.com

Aug 6, 2026 - cbsnews.com

The GOP’s midterm backup plan: Bigotry

If gerrymandering isn’t enough, Republicans have a Plan B for the midterms: Flood America with pure hate and demagoguery. The post The GOP’s midterm backup plan: Bigotry appeared first on MS NOW.

MS NOW

Aug 7, 2026 - ms.now

Court deals setback to Trump’s war on wind as Pentagon is ordered to review projects

The Defense Department stopped processing national security reviews of wind projects in May, despite a law demanding they be completed in 75 days.

Politics

Aug 7, 2026 - washingtonpost.com

House Majority PAC

A hybrid PAC focused on electing Democrats to the House of Representatives. The post House Majority PAC appeared first on FactCheck.org.

FactCheck.org

Aug 7, 2026 - factcheck.org

Trump mounts new effort to fire Fed's Lisa Cook after Supreme Court ruling

The White House has informed Lisa Cook, a member of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors, that President Trump is considering firing her.

Politics - CBSNews.com

Aug 7, 2026 - cbsnews.com

Dodgeball! Kickball! Trump’s Patriot Games will look a lot like gym class.

The Patriot Games now have an official schedule, with events Sunday, Monday and Tuesday.

Politics

Aug 6, 2026 - washingtonpost.com

Don Lemon asks judge to dismiss ‘vindictive’ charges tied to Minnesota church protest

Independent journalist Don Lemon is asking a federal judge to dismiss charges brought against him in connection with his coverage of an anti-immigration enforcement protest at a Minnesota church earlier this year, claiming he has been wrongfully targeted by the Trump administration. Lemon’s lawyers ...

The Hill News

Aug 7, 2026 - thehill.com

Section 301 tariffs are meant to be a scalpel, not a sledgehammer 

Congress designed Section 301 as targeted economic diplomacy.

The Hill News

Aug 7, 2026 - thehill.com

Democratic group launches $15M war on DSA after socialist primary wins: 'Mortal danger'

Third Way launches $15 million campaign against Democratic Socialists of America, calling the DSA a "mortal danger" after Michigan's primary.

Latest Political News on Fox News

Aug 7, 2026 - foxnews.com

8/6: CBS Evening News

Boeing planes to be inspected for cracks; Trump signs new birthright citizenship orders.

Politics - CBSNews.com

Aug 6, 2026 - cbsnews.com

Senate Leadership Fund

A Republican super PAC dedicated to "protecting and expanding the Republican Senate Majority." The post Senate Leadership Fund appeared first on FactCheck.org.

FactCheck.org

Aug 7, 2026 - factcheck.org

McConnell discharged from rehab center, will continue recovery at home

The Kentucky Republican has been absent from the Senate since he was hospitalized June 14 following a fall at home.

Politics

Aug 6, 2026 - washingtonpost.com

DC to vote on foie gras ban in November

Washington, D.C., voters will decide in November whether to ban the sale of foie gras, setting up a fight between animal welfare advocates and the city’s fine-dining industry over the controversial delicacy. The D.C. Board of Elections on Wednesday certified Initiative 86, also known as the Prohibit...

The Hill News

Aug 6, 2026 - thehill.com

Trump targets birth tourism and citizenship in new executive orders

President Trump plans to sign two executive orders Thursday seeking to narrow birthright citizenship in several circumstances and intensify the federal crackdown on commercial "birth tourism," Axios has learned. Trump also is seeking to deny birthright citizenship for children born of some foreign ...

Axios

Aug 6, 2026 - axios.com

Trump touts $800 million war chest in first election without his name at the top of the ticket

Republican candidates in 2026 could see $800 million in fundraising help from President Donald Trump’s super PAC in the crucial midterm election year, the president announced on Friday. Trump touted his Make America Great Again Inc.’s $800 million war chest in an interview with Punchbowl News on Fri...

Washington Examiner

Aug 7, 2026 - washingtonexaminer.com

Author of DNC's 2024 "autopsy" says he concluded Gaza war hurt Harris

The author of the Democratic National Committee's 2024 election "autopsy" confirmed an Axios report that he concluded the war in Gaza hurt Kamala Harris politically — and that he'd privately shared that assessment with a pro-Palestinian group.He said he drafted that finding late last year but never ...

Axios

Aug 6, 2026 - axios.com