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World - ABC News
An independent journalist arrested on treason charges in Belarus
An independent journalist in Belarus has been arrested on treason charges, the latest move in a relentless crackdown on news media by authoritarian President Alexander Lukashenko’s governmentOctober 17 -
Top stories - NBC News
Independent review finds systemic Secret Service failures enabled first Trump assassination attempt
The bipartisan panel of former law enforcement officials warned that “another Butler can and will happen again” and urged the agency to enact “fundamental reform.“October 17 -
Top stories - CBS News
Gallego and Lake trade barbs in Arizona Senate race
Democratic Rep. Ruben Gallego of Arizona and Republican Kari Lake are battling for a significant Senate seat in the Grand Canyon State with early voting underway. CBS News' Elizabeth Campbell and ...October 16 -
Politics - The Hill
Italian Senate passes law making it illegal to seek surrogacy abroad
Italy’s Senate approved legislation Wednesday criminalizing the seeking of surrogacy in other countries by Italian citizens. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni advocated for the policy, which is seen as ...October 16 -
Politics - The Hill
GOP senators push for more FEMA funding
A group of GOP senators announced legislation Wednesday to replenish a critical disaster relief fund as members on both sides have sounded alarm over its finances amid back-to-back hurricanes. The ...October 16 -
Politics - The Hill
Cruz expands lead over Allred in Texas Senate race
Sen. Ted Cruz (R) has expanded his lead over Rep. Colin Allred (D) in the Texas Senate race as he attempts to lock down a third term in office, according to a new poll. A University of Houston ...October 16 -
Top stories - ABC News
Ted Cruz, Colin Allred clash on abortion, border in Senate debate
Incumbent GOP Sen. Ted Cruz faced off against challenger Democratic Rep. Colin Allred, in a debate hosted by ABC affiliate WFAA in Dallas, Texas on Tuesday night.October 16 -
Politics - NBC News
Watch highlights from the Texas Senate debate
Watch highlights from the Texas Senate debate between Democrat Rep. Colin Allred and Republican Sen. Ted Cruz. The two discussed their stances on abortion laws, the border and response to the Jan. ...October 16 -
Politics - The Hill
Senate Dems’ campaign arm launching ad campaign targeting Black voters
Senate Democrats’ campaign arm is launching a new advertising campaign in local Black media outlets in seven battleground states to help churn out a key demographic as Election Day is just a few ...October 16 -
Politics - The Hill
Senate Republicans pump brakes on year-end omnibus
Senate Republicans are pumping the brakes on a year-end omnibus spending package as Sens. John Thune (R-S.D.), John Cornyn (R-Texas) and Rick Scott (R-Fla.) are locked in a battle to become the ...October 16 -
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Politics - The Hill
5 takeaways from the Texas Senate debate
Sen. Ted Cruz (R) and former Rep. Collin Allred (D) squared off on Tuesday in their only debate before Election Day, sparring over the border and abortion amid signs of a surprisingly competitive ...October 16 -
Top stories - BBC News
McDonald defends handling of ex-senator inappropriate texts
Niall Ó Donnghaile says police were notified of inappropriate texts but no formal complaint was received.October 15 -
Politics - The Hill
What to watch for in the only Texas Senate debate
Welcome to The Hill's Campaign newsletter {beacon} Campaign Report Campaign Report The Big Story What to watch for in the only Texas Senate debate U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz (R) will face challenger ...October 15 -
Politics - The Hill
Tillis warns conservatives’ 'unwise' reforms would 'weaken' Senate GOP
North Carolina Sen. Thom Tillis (R) circulated a “Dear Colleague” letter Tuesday warning that some of the reforms being pushed by Senate conservatives would only weaken the next Senate Republican ...October 15 -
Politics - The Hill
Trump highlights Cruz endorsement amid tight Texas Senate race
Former President Trump highlighted his endorsement of Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) in Truth Social posts early Tuesday morning, ahead of the senator's lone debate with challenger Rep. Colin Allred ...October 15 -
Top stories - The New York Times
The Hard Truth About Montana and Jon Tester’s Senate Race
The state’s changing electorate and America’s polarized politics have turned Montana’s Senate race into the most consequential of the year.October 15 -
Top stories - NBC News
Georgia sees record voting on the first day of in-person early voting
Trump to rally in Atlanta while Harris interviews in DetroitOctober 15 -
Politics - The Hill
Senate majority at risk of falling out of reach for Democrats
Former President Trump's strength in the upper Midwest is putting Senate Democrats on defense, giving the GOP hopes it can not only win the Senate majority but grow it beyond a seat or two. ...October 15 -
Business - Financial Times
Salmond’s death leaves Scottish independence cause further adrift
SNP battling multiple fronts despite John Swinney’s optimism he can win the 2026 Holyrood electionsOctober 15 -
Politics - The Hill
Robinson lashes out at Republican senator amid tensions over campaign
North Carolina GOP gubernatorial nominee Mark Robinson recently lashed out at Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) at a campaign event, slamming the senior senator as “spineless” following tensions ...October 14 -
Politics - NBC News
Michigan Senate candidates vie for split-ticket voters
NBC News Congressional Correspondent Julie Tsirkin talks to Democratic Rep. Elissa Slotkin and former Republican Rep. Mike Rogers ahead of their second debate in the closely contested Michigan ...October 14 -
Politics - The Hill
Tim Scott mulls run to lead Senate Republicans' campaign arm
Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) is seriously considering making a run to become chair of the National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) in 2026, sources told The Hill. Two Senate GOP sources told The ...October 14 -
World - ABC News
Body of Scottish independence champion Alex Salmond soon to be flown home from North Macedonia
The body of Alex Salmond, Scotland’s former first minister who died during a conference in North Macedonia, will soon be returned by special flight to ScotlandOctober 14 -
World - ABC News
China deploys record 125 warplanes in large scale military drill in warning to Taiwan
Taiwan’s Defense Ministry called the drills a provocation.October 14 -
Top stories - NBC News
China holds military drills around Taiwan to warn against independence
China conducted large-scale military drills surrounding Taiwan on Monday, in response to Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te's national day speech that China has no right to represent Taiwan.October 14 -
Politics - The Hill
Senate rankings: 5 seats most likely to flip
The battle for the Senate majority has hit its final month as Republicans race to end their four-year stint in the minority. The GOP needs to win only one of two competitive races in red states — ...October 14 -
Politics - The Hill
Trump praises Lake’s debate performance in Arizona Senate race
Former President Trump praised Republican Kari Lake for her debate performance against Rep. Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) in the Arizona Senate race while campaigning in the Grand Canyon State on Sunday. ...October 13 -
Business - Financial Times
Alex Salmond, Scottish first minister and independence champion, 1954-2024
Political heavyweight whose turbulent career culminated in 2014 referendum defeatOctober 13 -
World - The Guardian
Alex Salmond normalised concept of Scottish independence as he led SNP to power
Former first minister established party as a political force but questions later emerged about influence he wielded. Tributes paid to Alex Salmond’s ‘colossal contribution’ to Scottish and UK ...October 13 -
Politics - The Hill
Wisconsin Senate race tightens, flashing warning signs for Democrats
News signs of a tightening race in Wisconsin are flashing warning signs for incumbent Democrat Sen. Tammy Baldwin as she looks to fend off a challenge from Trump-backed Eric Hovde, giving ...October 13 -
Top stories - BBC News
Alex Salmond: Champion of independence leaves a fractured political legacy
Alex Salmond, who has died at the age of 69, led the SNP into power and through the 2014 referendum.October 13