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The Hill

Senators inquire about election prediction markets from Kalshi and Polymarket

Senators Elizabeth Warren and [Name of the other senator] have raised concerns regarding prediction markets operated by Kalshi and Polymarket ahead of the Nov. 3 midterm elections. They are requesting information on measures to prevent insider trading and market manipulation.

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Guardian — US

US Justice Department issues subpoenas regarding Alaska candidates with same name

The US Justice Department has reportedly issued subpoenas related to allegations that Democrat Mary Peltola's campaign collaborated with party operatives to confuse voters by recruiting a candidate with the same name as Republican Senator Dan Sullivan. This investigation follows a report by the New York Times detailing the campaign's involvement, which Peltola's team had previously denied.

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The Hill

Energy Costs Influence Midterm Election Races

Rising energy costs are affecting different regions in the U.S., with Midwest farmers facing high diesel prices and Northeast homeowners concerned about heating oil expenses. These issues are influencing key midterm election races as candidates respond to constituents' financial pressures.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: +0.00
Fox News — Latest

Albanian Opposition Disrupts Parliament with Flares Amid Protests

Albanian opposition lawmakers disrupted a parliamentary session on October 29 by using smoke flares, escalating tensions amid ongoing student-led protests against Prime Minister Edi Rama. The protests, which began on October 13, demand Rama's resignation over issues like government corruption and unemployment. In response to the unrest, Rama has implemented strict measures, including fines for violent protests.

Bias: 33 Sentiment: -0.20
Fox News — Latest

Mary Peltola Responds to New York Times Report on Alleged Vote-Siphoning Scheme

Mary Peltola, a Democratic Senate candidate in Alaska, rejected a New York Times report claiming her campaign was involved in a scheme to mislead voters. She called the report a distraction aimed at generating subscriptions. The report detailed a covert operation to recruit candidates with the same name as her opponent, Senator Dan Sullivan. Peltola's former campaign manager suggested she was aware of the project, while Sullivan's campaign accused her of evading accountability.

Bias: 30 Sentiment: -0.20
Fox News — Latest

CBS News Editor Bari Weiss Faces Resistance Over Alaska Ballot Controversy

Bari Weiss, CBS News editor-in-chief, faced resistance from staff regarding the Alaska ballot controversy during a meeting. Some staff viewed the situation as routine politics, while Weiss emphasized the need for coverage. The controversy stems from allegations that Democrats sought to confuse voters by recruiting candidates with the same name as incumbent Senator Dan Sullivan. An investigation has been ordered by Alaska's Governor.

Bias: 33 Sentiment: +0.00
Mother Jones

California Court Rejects Trump Administration's Bid to Disqualify Ballots

A California district court has denied the Trump administration's request to invalidate ballots from 20,000 voters, citing concerns over federal election interference. The ruling was part of a broader initiative by the Justice Department to combat alleged election fraud. Following the decision, the administration filed an appeal.

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Fox News — Politics

Investigation reveals alleged effort to recruit second candidate in Alaska Senate race

A New York Times investigation has revealed an alleged effort by operatives linked to Mary Peltola to recruit a second candidate named Dan Sullivan for the Alaska Senate race. This report surfaced as many voters had already cast their ballots, potentially impacting their decisions. Both Peltola's campaign and the DSCC have denied involvement. The Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit regarding potential voter confusion, and critics of Alaska's ranked-choice voting system express concerns about its impact on voter behavior.

Bias: 33 Sentiment: +0.00
Washington Examiner

Sen. Dan Sullivan Advises Against Ranking Mary Peltola in Alaska Senate Race

Sen. Dan Sullivan has instructed Republican voters in Alaska's Senate race not to rank Democratic candidate Mary Peltola on their ballots. He advocates for ranking another candidate third while leaving Peltola unranked. Sullivan also supports a measure to repeal the state's ranked choice voting system, which has faced criticism for potentially confusing voters.

Bias: 30 Sentiment: +0.00
Washington Examiner

Brian Fitzpatrick files petition to disqualify Bucks County Commissioner over election concerns

Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick has filed a petition to disqualify Bucks County Commissioner Diane Ellis-Marseglia from the board of elections, citing a conflict of interest due to her support for his opponent. The petition was filed after she did not recuse herself by the deadline set by Fitzpatrick. He claims her actions demonstrate extreme partisan bias, while Ellis-Marseglia's conduct has drawn criticism from her opponent.

Bias: 4 Sentiment: -0.10
Fox News — Politics

Concerns Raised Over Noncitizen Registrations in California and Washington

Concerns have been raised about noncitizen voter registrations in California and Washington, with over 20,000 suspected cases identified in California. J. Christian Adams attributed these issues to automatic voter registration systems and local officials not using federal verification tools. Washington's Secretary of State criticized the Justice Department's findings for inaccuracies, while Adams noted broader voter roll issues in California. He suggested that the timing of the disclosures may not affect the upcoming midterm elections.

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washingtonsun.com

House Oversight Committee Investigates Alleged Ballot Scheme in Alaska

The House Oversight Committee is investigating allegations involving Mary Peltola’s campaign and Democratic operatives in Alaska. The investigation focuses on claims of a scheme to confuse voters by recruiting a candidate with the same name as Republican Senator Dan Sullivan. Both Peltola and the operatives have denied any wrongdoing, while the Committee seeks testimony from involved individuals.

Bias: 14 Sentiment: -0.10
Al Jazeera English

Texas Republicans file lawsuit for hand-count of midterm ballots

A group of Republicans in Texas has initiated a lawsuit seeking to have ballots from the midterm elections counted by hand. This legal action is part of their effort to contest the certification of the election results.

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The Hill

Gallup poll identifies key voter concerns for upcoming midterms

A Gallup poll reveals that U.S. voters are primarily concerned about the economy, healthcare, and the war in Iran ahead of the midterm elections. The poll, released on October 29, 2026, shows that 50% of respondents view the economy and healthcare as extremely important to their voting decisions.

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The Hill

House GOP initiates investigation into Peltola campaign allegations

House Oversight Committee Chair James Comer has initiated an investigation into allegations that Mary Peltola's campaign sought to recruit candidates to divert votes from incumbent Sen. Dan Sullivan. The investigation follows a report from The New York Times detailing these claims.

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