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The Hill

Severe weather forecasted for Election Day in key U.S. states

Severe weather is forecasted for Election Day in several U.S. states, potentially affecting voter turnout. AccuWeather indicates that the Northeast has had dry, warm weather recently, but thunderstorms are expected.

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Washington Examiner

DOJ Subpoenas California Election Officials in Voter Rolls Investigation

The Department of Justice has subpoenaed California election officials regarding mail-in ballots from about 20,000 suspected noncitizens. This follows a federal judge's denial of the DOJ's request to stop counting these ballots. The subpoenas demand internal communications and a meeting is set for November 4, after the midterm elections.

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PBS NewsHour

Federal judge denies request to halt processing of California ballots

On October 29, 2026, a federal judge denied a request from the Trump administration to stop California from processing ballots for approximately 20,000 individuals suspected of being noncitizens. The judge stated that this action would significantly disrupt the upcoming midterm elections.

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PBS NewsHour

Alaska Governor Orders Investigation into Senate Campaign Controversy

Alaska's Governor Mike Dunleavy has ordered an investigation into Democrat Mary Peltola's Senate campaign regarding claims of recruiting a spoiler candidate. Former President Donald Trump has also called for Peltola's prosecution during a recent visit to a Republican state.

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New York Times — US

Democratic super PAC to invest in South Carolina Senate race

A recent poll indicates that Dr. Annie Andrews, the Democratic candidate for the South Carolina Senate, is nearly tied with incumbent Republican Darline Graham. This has prompted a Democratic super PAC to allocate funds for the race.

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NPR — Politics

Trump visits South Carolina amid competitive Senate race

President Trump made a second visit to South Carolina within eight days, coinciding with a competitive U.S. Senate race. The heightened focus and funding for the race have led to questions regarding the state's political alignment.

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democracydocket.com

DOJ Appeals Ruling Against Blocking California Votes Amid Ongoing Legal Challenges

The DOJ is appealing a ruling that blocks its effort to prevent California from counting 20,000 votes it claims are from noncitizens. U.S. District Judge David Carter criticized the DOJ's demand as unconstitutional and potentially harmful to democracy. The case is set to return to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, where judges have previously raised doubts about the DOJ's arguments.

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Washington Examiner

Trump and Vance Present Different Visions of the Republican Party on Campaign Trail

President Trump and Vice President Vance campaigned on Thursday, presenting different visions for the Republican Party. Trump focused on traditional campaign tactics while Vance emphasized economic populism. Their appearances raised questions about the future of the MAGA movement as the party prepares for the midterm elections.

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Washington Examiner

Mary Peltola Faces Scrutiny Amid Allegations of Election Manipulation

Mary Peltola is under scrutiny for alleged election manipulation involving a second Republican candidate in Alaska. National Democrats have largely refrained from public support amid ongoing investigations. Peltola criticized the media for focusing on the controversy, calling it a distraction from more important issues.

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The Hill

Trump and Melania Trump Host Halloween Event at the White House

President Trump and First Lady Melania Trump will host a Halloween celebration at the White House on Thursday evening. The event follows Trump's rally in South Carolina for Republican candidates ahead of the midterm elections.

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The Hill

Poll shows close Senate races in Kansas and Maine

A CNN/SSRS poll indicates that Democrats have slight leads in the Kansas and Maine Senate races, with both leads falling within the margin of error. As the election nears, both parties are allocating substantial funds to these contests.

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The Hill

Trump criticizes Annie Andrews at rally for Senator Graham

During a rally in South Carolina on October 29, 2026, President Trump criticized Democratic Senate nominee Annie Andrews while supporting Senator Darline Graham. Trump emphasized Graham's dedication to the state and framed the election as a choice against the radical left.

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Washington Examiner

Alaska Governor Initiates Investigation into Alleged Election Scheme

Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy has announced an investigation into allegations that Mary Peltola's Senate campaign coordinated with operatives to recruit a spoiler candidate. Dunleavy expressed concerns about election integrity and criticized the state's ranked choice voting system. Peltola has denied the allegations, and a ballot measure to repeal ranked choice voting is set for the 2026 elections.

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The Daily Beast

Republican Candidate's Ad Contains Spelling Error

Brian Fitzpatrick, a Republican congressman, faced backlash after an ad supporting him misspelled Pennsylvania as 'Pennsylavania.' Funded by the Congressional Leadership Fund Super PAC, the ad praised Fitzpatrick's record but he is currently trailing his Democratic opponent Bob Harvie by two points in the polls.

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Axios

2026 Midterm Elections Face Legal Challenges and Ballot Issues

The 2026 midterm elections are facing multiple legal challenges and ballot disputes, raising concerns about election integrity. Key issues include requests to invalidate ballots in California and Washington, as well as mail-in ballot problems in North Carolina.

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