In nine significant Senate races, five Republican candidates have not confirmed their plans to campaign with former President Donald Trump. Three campaigns are undecided, and two have stated they will not join him on the trail.
In nine significant Senate races, five Republican candidates have not confirmed their plans to campaign with former President Donald Trump. While three campaigns remain ambiguous, two candidates have stated they will not accompany Trump during the campaign.
Lindsay Clancy appeared in court as her defense team sought to have her murder case dismissed. Clancy, who admits to killing her three children but claims she was suffering from postpartum psychosis, faces uncertain prospects for a retrial. A hearing is scheduled for November 2 to discuss the dismissal request.
Senate Judiciary Committee chairman Chuck Grassley stated that former special counsel Jack Smith subpoenaed checks from at least 4,782 Americans during his Arctic Frost investigation, which provided the Biden administration access to personal financial information. Grassley raised concerns about privacy implications during a hearing, while Smith confirmed the acquisition of donor data as part of his investigations into Donald Trump.
Representative Sam Liccardo has urged Congress to address AI safety by passing the bipartisan Frontier Act. He also highlighted the importance of engaging in expert dialogue with China, despite existing geopolitical issues.
As the midterm elections approach, Republicans are shifting their focus away from Georgia and North Carolina, where their prospects appear to be diminishing. The party is reallocating resources to defend states like Texas and Ohio, while expressing concerns about voter turnout and economic issues affecting their candidates. With significant campaign spending in these battlegrounds, the GOP is strategizing to protect their existing seats rather than pursuing new gains.
Apple has removed ICE-tracking apps from its App Store, a decision criticized by US Representative Jamie Raskin, who claims the company lacks evidence for safety concerns raised by the Trump administration. Raskin argues that this action infringes on First Amendment rights.
Apple has removed ICE-tracking apps from its App Store, reportedly at the request of the Trump administration due to safety concerns. Lawmaker Jamie Raskin criticized Apple for lacking evidence to support these claims and suggested that the removal infringes on First Amendment rights.
Artist JMSN has formally requested the Trump administration to stop using his song "Love Me" in a government advertisement, citing concerns over copyright violations and unauthorized association with the administration. His legal team argues that the use of the song implies JMSN's endorsement of the administration, which he denies.
Noom and other weight-loss companies are integrating mental health support into their programs, recognizing the connection between mental well-being and weight management. This shift includes features such as mindfulness practices and behavioral health resources, particularly with the introduction of GLP-1 medications. While there are concerns about the effectiveness and sincerity of these initiatives, surveys indicate a demand for mental health support among users of weight-loss solutions.
Noom and other weight-loss companies are increasingly integrating mental health support into their programs, recognizing the connection between mental well-being and weight management. This shift includes features like mindfulness practices and behavioral health resources. While some experts view this trend as a marketing strategy, others emphasize the importance of addressing mental health alongside weight loss efforts.
Jack Smith, the former special counsel, testified for more than four hours before the Senate Judiciary Committee on September 29, 2026. This testimony is part of the committee's investigation into his inquiry into President Trump, which led to charges against Trump in the Mar-a-Lago documents case.
A reported guidance from ICE to limit arrests of illegal immigrants without criminal histories was rescinded after backlash from policy advocates. The Trump administration clarified that there was no change in enforcement priorities, but the incident raised concerns about mixed messaging regarding immigration enforcement. Officials emphasized the need for a consistent approach to avoid confusion.
Oura has postponed its planned IPO, which would have valued the company at $15 billion, due to uncertainty in the IPO market. The decision follows a trend of companies delaying public listings amid challenging market conditions. Oura's financial performance has shown growth, but it is also facing a class action lawsuit regarding its product claims.
Hurricane Polo made landfall in Baja California Sur, Mexico, on September 29, 2026, causing flooding and downed trees in coastal areas. The storm brought maximum sustained winds of 110 mph and was expected to produce significant rainfall across the region. As the hurricane moved inland, officials suspended nonessential activities in Sonora, and flood risks extended into parts of the U.S. Southwest.
Protests took place on September 29, 2026, at OpenAI's DevDay event in San Francisco. Various organizations rallied outside the venue, advocating for prioritizing people over profit and calling for the termination of an ICE contract.
The CDC has updated its measles count to include two deaths as of September 29, 2026. This figure is lower than Pennsylvania's report of four deaths linked to a measles outbreak with over 900 cases.
The CDC reported a second measles death in the US on September 29, 2026, during an outbreak affecting 47 states. As of September 24, there have been 3,659 confirmed cases, with Pennsylvania reporting over 900 cases and four deaths.
Lindsay Clancy's defense attorney has shifted his argument, claiming that prosecutors lack sufficient evidence to prove her responsibility for the deaths of her three children. This change follows a mistrial declared after a jury could not reach a verdict. Prosecutors allege Clancy deliberately killed her children, while the defense argues she was suffering from postpartum psychosis.
Zach Lahn, a Republican candidate for governor in Iowa, proposed working with biotechnology companies to enhance cancer prevention and early detection during a panel at the MAHA Summit. He highlighted the state's cancer crisis, with an estimated 21,700 new diagnoses expected this year, and discussed environmental factors contributing to cancer rates. Polling shows Lahn trailing Democratic candidate Rob Sand by 6.3 percentage points.
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