Christa Pike Diagnosed With Rare Cancer Ahead of Botched Execution Attempt
Lawyers had warned Tennessee officials that Pike's condition could complicate lethal injections, but the state proceeded.
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Democrats Vow Subpoenas and Investigations Targeting Trump Administration After Midterm Wins
House Democrats signal intent to launch broad oversight agenda, including scrutiny of specific officials and business dealings, upon regaining majority control.
Rep. Henry Cuellar Wins 12th House Term After Trump Pardon
The Texas Democrat, pardoned by former President Trump following bribery and money laundering charges, secured his re-election against Republican Tano Tijerina.
California Voters Reject Proposition 39, Stricter Voter ID Measure
Proposition 39, which would have required voters to show ID at the polls, failed to pass with 60% of votes against it.
Democrat Bobby Pulido Unseats Texas GOP Rep. Monica De La Cruz
Pulido, a popular recording artist, leveraged campaign events and his musical background to win the newly redrawn South Texas district.
California Billionaire Tax Proposition Appears Headed for Defeat
Early results show Proposition 40 trailing as a fierce campaign pitting labor against tech titans concludes.
Logger Troy Jackson Unseats Sen. Susan Collins in Maine Upset
Jackson's victory ends Collins' nearly three-decade Senate career and marks a significant Democratic pickup in the 2026 midterms.
Susan Collins Concedes Maine Senate Seat to Democrat Troy Jackson
Longtime Republican senator, a rare GOP incumbent in a blue state, lost her race after facing challenges on cost of living, abortion, and healthcare.
Trump's Midterm Defeat Linked to Presidential Rejection, Analyst Claims
A political commentator argues that recent election results represent a repudiation of the former president, despite him not being on the ballot.