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Received — 22 October 2026 ⏭

Why Many Voters Are Unhappy With the Economy

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By: Ben Casselman · Nour Idriss · Stephanie Swart and Edward Vega
22 October 2026 at 19:13
With the midterms approaching, the economy is a top concern for voters. Our chief economic correspondent, Ben Casselman, describes which aspects of the economy have voters so frustrated.

Chris Pappas Could Make History in New Hampshire’s Senate Race

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By: Jess Bidgood
22 October 2026 at 21:00
Chris Pappas, the Democratic nominee in New Hampshire, would make history if he won. On the campaign trail, he doesn’t dwell on it.

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Representative Chris Pappas addresses a primary night crowd in September. At his side is his husband, Vann Bentley.

Farmers, Health Care and Highways: 5 Takeaways from the Kansas Senate Debate

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By: Jess Bidgood and Lisa Lerer
22 October 2026 at 03:54
The Republican incumbent, Roger Marshall, is facing a surprisingly tough challenge from the Democratic nominee, Adam Hamilton.

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Senator Roger Marshall of Kansas, right, a Republican, and his Democratic opponent, Adam Hamilton, participated in a debate Wednesday night.

MAGA Bingo and Questions of Loyalty: 5 Michigan Senate Debate Takeaways

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By: Reid J. Epstein
22 October 2026 at 03:43
Abdul El-Sayed accused Mike Rogers of being overly devoted to President Trump. Mr. Rogers accused Dr. El-Sayed of not enough loyalty to the country. It was still more cordial than their last debate.

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Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, left, and former Representative Mike Rogers are facing off in Michigan in one of this year’s most competitive Senate races.

Judge Restricts D.H.S. Field Operations Aimed at Unearthing Voter Fraud

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By: Zach Montague and Shawn Hubler
22 October 2026 at 03:41
The ruling largely blocked homeland security agents from carrying out field interviews in nine states, including California, as part of a sprawling effort to find noncitizens registered to vote.

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California voters casting ballots last November in a statewide special election.

Vance Defends Ramaswamy Ad Featuring Acton’s Mother Despite Backlash

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By: Campbell Robertson and Bayliss Wagner
21 October 2026 at 23:20
The vice president backed an advertisement featuring Democrat Amy Acton’s mother, who has been estranged from Dr. Acton since her stepfather was charged with child rape.

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Vivek Ramaswamy’s campaign for governor of Ohio was engulfed in controversy over an ad featuring the mother of his Democratic opponent.
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