A Newsweek reader’s guide to the 2026 midterms: following the polls, races, and stakes for U.S. politics.
Aug 26, 2026
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MAGA's surprising embrace of data centers complicates the GOP's midterm message. Plus, an exclusive interview with DNC Chair Ken Martin.
Aug 25, 2026
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South Carolina Republicans head to the polls in a Senate runoff that could go either way. Plus, Oklahoma voters weigh in on another high-profile Trump endorsement.
Aug 24, 2026
A trade fight with Canada was probably the last thing Republicans needed three months before Election Day. And has Darline Graham's debate stumble put a once-comfortable South Carolina special election at risk?
Aug 21, 2026
Just 19 votes separate two very different Alaska Senate matchups, while Texas Democrats argue their long-neglected ground game could finally make the state competitive.
Aug 20, 2026
Republicans see socialism everywhere, but independents aren’t convinced. Angie Nixon’s upset victory has nonetheless given the Florida GOP plenty of ammunition.
Aug 19, 2026
Trump’s August primary woes continued with three more endorsement defeats, while Florida Democrats stunned the establishment by picking Angie Nixon over Alex Vindman.
