Race for money in 2026 midterms: Democrats gain momentum as Musk supports Republicans
A voter casts his or her ballot during early voting at the Polk County Election Office on October 14, 2026 in Des Moines, Iowa. Charlie Neibergall | Getty Images One of the last big campaign finance snapshots before Election Day on Nov. 3 is now…
TGIF: The new school of American diplomacy
Welcome to another week of review with me, back from a very discreet eye lift. I initially said I wanted the White House Lady Lift, but we settled on “refreshed” and “a young 40” because my doctor said that was the most realistic.…
Rep. Ilhan Omar challenges legality of Trump administration’s search of her home
Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar is objecting to the Trump administration’s search of her home earlier this week – challenging its legality and demanding the return of her property seized by federal agents. Omar’s lawyers sent a letter,…
Zelensky Warns of More Trump-Russia Deals as Trump Backs Off New Sanctions
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned that President Donald Trump’s diesel deal with Russia could pave the way for broader economic agreements and additional sanctions relief, as one of Russian President Vladimir Putin’s top envoys…
Prediction Markets Think Two Texas Republicans Will Lose Elections
Democrat James Talarico leads Republican Ken Paxton in the race for the U.S. Senate seat from Texas, according to Kalshi on October 16, 2026. Kalshi Early voting in Texas begins Monday, and right now two of the state’s biggest elections, for…
Child sex abuse charges against actor Timothy Busfield dismissed by judge | US News
A New Mexico state court judge has dismissed child sex abuse charges against West Wing actor and director Timothy Busfield, saying the prosecution failed to act “fairly and impartially” during the grand jury proceedings. Judge Joseph Montano…
Oregon to start Brock Thomas at QB: Ducks bench Dylan Raiola as CFP hopes hang in the balance
Oregon is turning to third-string quarterback Brock Thomas over Dylan Raiola with its College Football Playoff hopes on the line against Nebraska, according to Matt Zenitz and Chris Hummer of CBS Sports. This will be Thomas’ first career start.…
Trump orders bypass of Russian sanctions in bill named for late Lindsey Graham
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Friday waiving key sanctions under the Lindsey O. Graham Russia Sanctioning Act, significantly blunting the tool Congress gave him to pressure Moscow at the negotiating table. “I hereby waive the…
Takeaways from Peggy Flanagan and Michelle Tafoya’s Minnesota debate
In a year when polls show Democrats leading in some deep red territories, reliably blue Minnesota has been an unexpected source of optimism for Republicans. The competitive fight between mild-mannered Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan (D) and feisty Michele Tafoya…
The Dodgers’ growing problem with Shohei Ohtani
In the third year of what is supposed to be a 10-year partnership, the Los Angeles Dodgers must decide what to do with Shohei Ohtani. There was nothing to do in 2024 and 2025. “Let him cook” was the vibe emanating from Chavez Ravine, and no one could…