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In Texas Senate race, it’s blue wave vs. red wall

Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Texas state Rep. James Talarico speaks at a campaign event in Plano, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026. (AP Photo/LM Otero)

By Susan Ferrechio - The Washington Times

Whether Democrat James Talarico can pull off an historic win over Republican Ken Paxton in Texas’ Senate race Tuesday depends on places such as Forney, a Dallas-Fort Worth suburb where voters have been shifting leftward amid a flood of new residents.

Rep. Haley Stevens endorses El-Sayed’s GOP opponent amid Democratic rupture in Michigan

Michigan Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers, right, and Rep. Haley Stevens, D-Mich., attend a service at Perfecting Church, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Jose Juarez)

By Seth McLaughlin and Susan Ferrechio - The Washington Times

Haley Stevens, the Democrat dissed by nominee Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan’s battleground Senate race, stunned her party on Sunday by making an appearance with Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers at a Black church in Detroit.

Michigan Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers, right, and Rep. Haley Stevens, D-Mich., attend a service at Perfecting Church, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Jose Juarez)

Rep. Haley Stevens endorses El-Sayed’s GOP opponent amid Democratic rupture in Michigan

By Seth McLaughlin and Susan Ferrechio - The Washington Times

People visit an early voting polling place Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

Despite legal losses, Trump has scared noncitizens from voting

By Stephen Dinan - The Washington Times

This combination photo shows Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, left, in Palmer, Alaska, Aug. 17, 2026, and a candidate in Alaska's Senate race, Dan Sullivan, right, in Petersburg, Alaska, July 3, 2026. (AP Photos/Mark Thiessen/Becky Bohrer, File)

Judge tosses Trump DOJ’s challenge to ‘other’ Dan Sullivan on Alaska ballot

By Stephen Dinan - The Washington Times

Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, hands out candy at a Halloween event outside the Big Lake Lions Club, Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, in Big Lake, Alaska. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Top Democrats dismiss Alaska’s ‘Decoy Dan’ ploy: ‘It’s what happens in every election’

By Susan Ferrechio - The Washington Times

U.S. Senate candidates Democrat Abdul El-Sayed, left, and Republican Mike Rogers shake hands after the debate on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026 at WXYZ Channel 7 in Southfield, Mich. (Robin Buckson/Detroit News via AP, Pool)

Hegseth’s father: El-Sayed has ‘little man syndrome’

By George Caldwell - The Washington Times

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Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, hands out candy at a Halloween event outside the Big Lake Lions Club, Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, in Big Lake, Alaska. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Top Democrats dismiss Alaska’s ‘Decoy Dan’ ploy: ‘It’s what happens in every election’

By Susan Ferrechio - The Washington Times

U.S. Senate candidates Democrat Abdul El-Sayed, left, and Republican Mike Rogers shake hands after the debate on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026 at WXYZ Channel 7 in Southfield, Mich. (Robin Buckson/Detroit News via AP, Pool)

Hegseth’s father: El-Sayed has ‘little man syndrome’

By George Caldwell - The Washington Times

Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., speaks at the Capitol, Jan. 21, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Rod Lamkey, Jr., File)

Sen. Chris Murphy hospitalized after suffering stroke

By Susan Ferrechio - The Washington Times

Washington Commanders wide receiver Stefon Diggs (3) catches a touchdown pass ahead of Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Kenny Moore (23) during the first half of an NFL football game in Landover, Md., Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)

Commanders overcome early mistakes, score 27 unanswered to beat Eagles

By Liam Griffin - The Washington Times

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All Christians have a moral obligation to vote

By Everett Piper

A car is on fire during protests over living costs and education in Paris, France, Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (AP Photo/Emma Da Silva)

France gives Republicans their closing midterms argument

By Don Feder

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Yes, crazy left still trying to rule the world

By Robert Knight

Michigan Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate Abdul El-Sayed, speaks to supporters during a campaign rally at Cass Technical High School Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, in Detroit.(AP Photo/Paul Sancya)

Desperate for Black votes, El-Sayed embraces reparations

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D.C. Council members Janeese Lewis George speaks to the crowd after winning D.C. Mayor Democratic primary election during the Election Night Party at the Howard Theatre Tuesday, June 16, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana)

D.C. needs a Republican opposition

By Joanne W. Young

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Psychiatrist says TDS has turned ‘deadly serious’ and wants it recognized as a mental disorder

By Alex Swoyer - The Washington Times

Comedian and political satirist Bill Maher motions to the audience at the start of the 27th Annual Mark Twain Prize for American Humor Celebrating Bill Maher, Sunday, June 29, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Kevin Wolf)

Bill Maher says Democrats lack backbone to confront socialists in their ranks

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Houdini’s centennial: A newly published essay and a fresh fight over when and how he died

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‘This crosses the line’: Visitor blasts Torpedo Factory prints on Kirk, ICE and Mangione

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Navy’s top enlisted sailor says to expect nearly year-long deployments

By Mike Glenn - The Washington Times

Russian President Vladimir Putin, right, arrives for the Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow, Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026. (Anastasia Barashkova//Pool Photo via AP)

Report: Pentagon asks Europe to tone down the anti-Russia insults

By Mike Glenn - The Washington Times

A motorboat passes an anchored cargo ship in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas, Iran, early Monday, Sept. 28, 2026. (Amirhosein Khorgooi/ISNA via AP)

Admiral says Iran’s navy is sunk, Hormuz mines are cleared and tankers are rolling again

By Mike Glenn - The Washington Times

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Two Chinese nationals get prison terms for spying as MSS agents

By Bill Gertz - The Washington Times

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A sign explaining the restoration work at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool is displayed on a fence surrounding the area Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Mariam Zuhaib)

Trump signals he’ll give closing election pitch at the Reflecting Pool, a revamp plagued by problems

By Will Weissert - Associated Press

Rep. Haley Stevens, D-Mich., speaks alongside Michigan Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers after a church service at Perfecting Church, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Jose Juarez)

Trump celebrates Haley Stevens’ ‘very brave’ endorsement of Mike Rogers in Michigan Senate race

By Seth McLaughlin - The Washington Times

President Donald Trump speaks at a Halloween party at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Fla., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

Trump loses lawsuit against Wall Street Journal over Epstein claims

By Stephen Dinan - The Washington Times

President Donald Trump gestures after speaking at a campaign rally at Sioux Gateway Airport, Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026, in Sioux City, Iowa. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Judge tells Trump to pull ads blasting Dems

By Stephen Dinan - The Washington Times

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Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Texas state Rep. James Talarico speaks at a campaign event in Plano, Texas, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026. (AP Photo/LM Otero)

In Texas Senate race, it’s blue wave vs. red wall

By Susan Ferrechio - The Washington Times

President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally at the Five Flags Event Center, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026, in Dubuque, Iowa. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

Trump warns voters of Democrats’ ‘crap’ candidates at Iowa rally

By Jeff Mordock - The Washington Times

Michigan Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed speaks during a church service at Greater Emmanuel Institutional Church of God in Christ, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026, in Detroit. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)

El-Sayed shrugs off Rep. Steven’s endorsement of his GOP opponent in Michigan Senate race

By Seth McLaughlin and Susan Ferrechio - The Washington Times

Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, hands out candy at a Halloween event outside the Big Lake Lions Club, Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, in Big Lake, Alaska. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)

Sullivan claims Peltola is ‘still lying’ about campaign’s involvement in Alaska ballot controversy

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People visit an early voting polling place Friday, Oct. 23, 2026, in Nashville, Tenn. (AP Photo/George Walker IV)

Despite legal losses, Trump has scared noncitizens from voting

By Stephen Dinan - The Washington Times

Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., speaks at the Capitol, Jan. 21, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Rod Lamkey, Jr., File)

Sen. Chris Murphy hospitalized after suffering stroke

By Susan Ferrechio - The Washington Times

This combination photo shows Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, left, in Palmer, Alaska, Aug. 17, 2026, and a candidate in Alaska's Senate race, Dan Sullivan, right, in Petersburg, Alaska, July 3, 2026. (AP Photos/Mark Thiessen/Becky Bohrer, File)

Judge tosses Trump DOJ’s challenge to ‘other’ Dan Sullivan on Alaska ballot

By Stephen Dinan - The Washington Times

U.S. Senate candidates Democrat Abdul El-Sayed, left, and Republican Mike Rogers shake hands after the debate on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026 at WXYZ Channel 7 in Southfield, Mich. (Robin Buckson/Detroit News via AP, Pool)

Hegseth’s father: El-Sayed has ‘little man syndrome’

By George Caldwell - The Washington Times

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‘Ghost’ students have stolen millions in federal financial aid

By Stephen Dinan - The Washington Times

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Inquiry into the Inquisitor: Washington news site under scrutiny

By Mary McCue Bell - The Washington Times

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By Sean Salai - The Washington Times

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The Ozempic fountain of youth? Doctors wary of GLP-1 drugs’ anti-aging claims

By Sean Salai - The Washington Times

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Five dead, 4 hurt in surge of shootings, stabbings across Maryland suburbs

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Business jet carrying 9 people crashed in a Florida neighborhood, erupting in a massive fireball

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Owner of coffee shop in Chicago suburbs accused of selling meth to undercover cop

By Brad Matthews - The Washington Times

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One dead, eight wounded in mass shooting after Alabama college football game

By Matt Delaney - The Washington Times

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In this photo released by the Iranian Presidency Office, Ibrahim Kalin, the head of Turkey's intelligence service, rear third left, speaks in a meeting of high-level delegations from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Turkey with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, front second left, and other top Iranian officials in Tehran, Iran, Monday, Oct. 26, 2026. (Iranian Presidency Office via AP)

U.S.-Iran talks on last-minute peace plan continue as fears of escalation simmer

By Vaughn Cockayne - The Washington Times

People call for the formation of a Jewish-Arab government during a protest following Israel's general election in Tel Aviv, Israel, Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (AP Photo/David Goldman)

Most suspects released after Israeli court says no evidence for accusation of bribery in election

By Melanie Lidman - Associated Press

A Patriot missile mobile launcher is displayed outside the Fort Sill Army Post near Lawton, Okla., on March 21, 2023. (AP Photo/Sean Murphy, File)

U.S. approves $2 billion sale of 500 Patriot defense missiles to Ukraine

By Vaughn Cockayne - The Washington Times

Demonstrators hold placards in support of Palestine Action, outside the US embassy, in London, Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (AP Photo/Alberto Pezzali)

British police arrest 139 near U.S. Embassy over support for banned pro-Palestinian group

By Vaughn Cockayne - The Washington Times

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Washington Commanders wide receiver Stefon Diggs (3) catches a touchdown pass ahead of Philadelphia Eagles cornerback Kenny Moore (23) during the first half of an NFL football game in Landover, Md., Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026. (AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough)

Commanders overcome early mistakes, score 27 unanswered to beat Eagles

By Liam Griffin - The Washington Times

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson, center, watches from the sideline during the second half of an NFL football game against the Atlanta Falcons, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2026, in Atlanta. (AP Photo/Erik S. Lesser)

Ravens’ Jackson needs thumb surgery, could miss rest of season

By Liam Griffin - The Washington Times

Maryland men's basketball coach Buzz Williams addresses reporters on the Terrapins' media day, Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026, in College Park, Md. (All-Pro Reels)

Year 2 of the Buzz Williams era is ready to go. How high can Maryland climb in a loaded Big Ten?

By George Gerbo - The Washington Times

Notre Dame forward Luke Devine (22) celebrates after an NCAA college basketball game between Villanova and Notre Dame in Rome, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026. (AP Photo/Gregorio Borgia)

Villanova had pope’s support, but Notre Dame takes Catholic showcase in Rome

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From right Villanova basketball player Jasmine Bascoe along with Villanova University President Peter M. Donohue, present Pope Leo XIV with a basketball in the Paul VI Hall at the Vatican, Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, during an audience with some 7,000 university representatives ahead of the Eternal City Tip-Off, a men's and women's college basketball doubleheader in Rome on Nov. 1. (AP Photo/Gregorio Borgia)

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Scholar says ancient account of Jesus may be more credible than thought

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Sen. Chris Murphy hospitalized after suffering stroke

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Commanders overcome early mistakes, score 27 unanswered to beat Eagles

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President Donald Trump tosses a "Trump 2028" hat at the White House Correspondents' Association dinner at the Waldorf Astoria Washington DC, Friday, July 24, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Rod Lamkey, Jr.)

Trump 2028? President says he would ‘love’ to run again

By Susan Ferrechio - The Washington Times

A Patriot missile mobile launcher is displayed outside the Fort Sill Army Post near Lawton, Okla., on March 21, 2023. (AP Photo/Sean Murphy, File)

U.S. approves $2 billion sale of 500 Patriot defense missiles to Ukraine

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President Donald Trump speaks at a Halloween party at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Palm Beach, Fla., Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

Trump loses lawsuit against Wall Street Journal over Epstein claims

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President Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally at the Five Flags Event Center, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026, in Dubuque, Iowa. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin)

Trump warns voters of Democrats’ ‘crap’ candidates at Iowa rally

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Demonstrators hold placards in support of Palestine Action, outside the US embassy, in London, Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. (AP Photo/Alberto Pezzali)

British police arrest 139 near U.S. Embassy over support for banned pro-Palestinian group

By Vaughn Cockayne - The Washington Times

The Washington Wizards in action during the second quarter of an NBA game against the Charlotte Hornets at Capital One Arena in Washington D.C., October 30, 2026. (Photo by Billy Sabatini for the Washington Times.)

Wizards exercise team options for Sarr, Carrington, George, Johnson, Riley

By Liam Griffin - The Washington Times

This image provided by WBMA shows police vehicles at the scene of a shooting, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2026 in Birmingham, Ala. (WBMA via AP)

One dead, eight wounded in mass shooting after Alabama college football game

By Matt Delaney - The Washington Times

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Commanders’ Payne out for season with foot fracture

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BYU quarterback Bear Bachmeier, center, looks to pass the ball during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Arizona State, Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026, in Provo, Utah. (AP Photo/Tyler Tate)

Big 12 admits officiating error gave BYU touchdown in win over Arizona State

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Dan Osborn, independent candidate for U.S. Senate, speaks during a news conference, May 15, 2024, at his home in Omaha, Neb. (Nikos Frazier/Omaha World-Herald via AP, File)

Nebraskans skeptical of independent candidate’s nonpartisan status

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A mockup of President Donald Trump's proposed triumphal arch stands at the Great American State Fair on the National Mall, June 27, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jen Golbeck, File)

D.C., Virginia sue over Trump’s arch, adding to legal challenges as government wants work to begin

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Victim of Spirit Halloween shooting in California identified as 31-year-old who was pregnant

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People gather outside a polling station beside campaign posters, including one depicting Benjamin Netanyahu, during Israel's general election in Tel Aviv, Israel, Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2026. (AP Photo/David Goldman)

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Obamacare to see double-digit premium hike in 2027, likely eroding enrollment

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People drive a golf cart past ongoing tree removal at East Potomac Park Golf Course, Monday, Oct. 26, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Julia Demaree Nikhinson)

Trump’s golf course headaches grow as judge demands inquiry

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Mary Peltola, a Democrat running for the U.S. Senate seat in Alaska, addresses supporters at an election watch party on Aug. 18, 2026, in Anchorage, Alaska. (AP Photo/Mark Thiessen, File)

Mary Peltola tries to distance herself from Democrat-linked plot to meddle with the Senate ballot

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