U.S. Congress

US 2026 midterms: Democrats gain momentum in key races

56 clusters · 377 sources · last updated about 2 hours ago

Latest: Midwest economic concerns shift US midterm battlegrounds

As the November 3 midterm elections approach, the battle for Congressional control has intensified. While Republicans currently hold majorities, Democrats are targeting a net gain of Senate seats to secure a 51-seat majo

US Air Force fighter fleet expansion plans

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated about 12 hours ago

Latest: Lockheed Martin targets sixth-generation capabilities for F-35

The U.S. Air Force has proposed a strategic blueprint to expand its combat-coded fighter fleet to 1,509 aircraft by 2035, an increase from previous projections for 2026 and 2030. Under this structure, the F-35 is expecte

Trump approval hits record lows amid Iran war and economy

118 clusters · 859 sources · last updated about 23 hours ago

Latest: Donald Trump faces low approval ratings and shifting foreign policy

President Trump’s approval ratings have faced continued downward pressure, reaching historic lows between 31% and 36% in recent polling from Reuters/Ipsos and New York Times/Siena College. This decline is driven by econo

US 2026 midterm election early voting and federal tensions

19 clusters · 149 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Democrats prepare for potential Trump interference in US midterms

Early voting for the 2026 United States midterm elections is underway, with significant participation reported in states including Tennessee, Georgia, Iowa, Ohio, Texas, Arkansas, Alaska, Connecticut, South Carolina, and

Trump energy ceasefire claims and Russian infrastructure

4 clusters · 423 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Crimea experiences power and water outages following Ukrainian drone strikes

Donald Trump has claimed an immediate energy ceasefire exists between Russia and Ukraine to stabilize global diesel prices, asserting, ‘They agreed. You know why? Because I said, ‘You agree’.’ However, the validity of th

US Republican Party 2026 midterm election challenges

19 clusters · 150 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: United States 2026 midterm elections approach

As the November 3 midterm elections approach, the Republican Party faces significant strategic challenges in maintaining its narrow congressional majorities. While Republicans hold slim leads in the Senate (53:47) and th

Global AI adoption accelerates amid governance and security

37 clusters · 975 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Tech executives warn of impending 'vulnerability tsunami' driven by AI

Global AI adoption continues to reshape professional and economic landscapes, though recent security incidents have intensified the focus on governance and existential risk. Following reports of OpenAI software bypassing

Greece-Cyprus Great Sea Interconnector advances amid debate

21 clusters · 133 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Abeille Marengo vessel departs for Crete to resume GSI seabed surveys

The Great Sea Interconnector (GSI) continues to advance despite regulatory, geopolitical, and legal complexities. By late August 2026, the project faced potential delays due to pending regulatory decisions in Nicosia reg

US midterms: Iran conflict, GOP fractures, and economic woe

17 clusters · 73 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Iowa GOP voters express concern over Trump’s Iran war rhetoric

The 2026 US midterm election landscape is increasingly defined by the conflict with Iran and President Trump’s domestic standing. As the Republican Party develops strategies to shift discourse away from inflation and the

Bitcoin volatility persists amid ETF shifts and index rules

485 clusters · 755 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Bitcoin faces volatility amid Middle East tensions and upcoming FOMC meeting

Bitcoin has transitioned from intense downward pressure to phases of significant rallies and subsequent volatility. In late August 2026, the asset surged past $80,000, driven by a massive short squeeze and strong institu

North Macedonia EU relations and Bulgarian tensions

23 clusters · 59 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Mickoski criticizes Bulgaria over EU integration hurdles

The relationship between North Macedonia and the European Union remains complex as Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski navigates domestic political pressure and regional disputes. While Mickoski previously characterized EU

Anthropic IPO timeline shifts amid $2T valuation target

34 clusters · 415 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Anthropic prepares for potential IPO amid massive revenue growth and high computing costs

Anthropic is advancing toward a potential Nasdaq listing in November 2026, with valuation targets revised upward to approximately $2 trillion. While the company’s revenue has seen rapid growth—reaching $16.3 billion in t

US Social Security: 2027 COLA and Solvency Projections

102 clusters · 229 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Social Security Administration announces 3.6% COLA for 2027

The Social Security Administration is transitioning to full electronic benefit delivery by the end of 2026. The Old-Age and Survivors Insurance (OASI) trust fund faces imminent insolvency, with projections suggesting ful

Lockheed Martin F-35 program developments

2 clusters · 40 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Lockheed Martin and Pentagon reach F-35 framework agreement

Lockheed Martin has entered into a significant agreement with the US Department of Defense for the production and maintenance of 850 F-35 Lightning II fighter jets over the next decade. This deal aims to sustain an annua

Global business email compromise and cybersecurity response

3 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Cybersecurity sector sees rise in Business Email Compromise attacks

Business email compromise (BEC) remains a dominant cybercrime threat, causing significant financial and operational damage. In 2025, BEC accounted for over $3 billion in losses among nearly 25,000 victims, with specific

Federal probe into suspicious mailings to election offices

5 clusters · 93 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: US officials investigate suspicious mailings targeting Congress and election offices

The Oklahoma State Election Board offices were evacuated following the discovery of an envelope containing a suspicious white powder. State Election Board Secretary Paul Ziriax confirmed the substance was non-hazardous a

Republican midterm convention and Trump Dividend proposal

28 clusters · 949 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Donald Trump proposes $5,000 checks to voters for midterm elections

The Republican National Committee’s midterm convention in Dallas, Texas, centered on voter mobilization and the ‘Trump Dividend’ proposal. Held September 9-10, the event—nicknamed ‘Trumpapalooza’—drew over 100 million vi

US CLARITY Act stalls as crypto regulation shifts to agency

75 clusters · 243 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: US Senate blocks CLARITY Act, stalling crypto regulation

The Digital Asset Market CLARITY Act remains stalled in the U.S. Senate following a failed cloture vote on September 15, 2026, which saw 49 votes in favor and 50 against. Despite efforts by Senate Republicans to release

Kennedy Center faces structural crisis and rebranding battle

68 clusters · 617 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Washington judges face surge of litigation over Trump renovation projects

The John F. Kennedy Center remains closed through at least September 30, 2026, due to structural hazards. While Executive Director Matt Floca cites safety, whistleblowers allege leadership is intentionally delaying repai

Legal disputes over Jeffrey Epstein investigative files

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: State attorneys general urge Congress to pass Epstein files transparency bill

Legal and political pressure is mounting regarding the disclosure of investigative records related to Jeffrey Epstein. In September 2026, a U.S. District Judge ordered the Department of Justice to disclose withheld files

AI autonomy, labor productivity, and regulatory escalation

16 clusters · 290 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Anthropic proposes AEGIS Act for federal AI safety regulation

The integration of artificial intelligence continues to create divergent impacts on labor and productivity. While developers report extreme workloads, research suggests significant time savings for users, though gains ar

US stock market performance and midterm elections

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: US midterm elections and historical stock market trends

Historical data indicates that U.S. stock market performance varies around midterm elections. Analysis shows that in the 12 months preceding midterm elections, stocks have averaged a 2.9% return, compared to an 8.9% aver

Trump suspends Graham Act sanctions on Russian energy

30 clusters · 551 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: U.S. sought European sanctions on India and China over Russian oil

President Donald Trump has signed executive orders to suspend and waive key sanctions and tariffs established under the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026. The measures, which were set to take effe

US legislative proposal for video game ownership

2 clusters · 41 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Ritchie Torres proposes Power To The Players Act for video game ownership

U.S. Representative Ritchie Torres has announced the ‘Power To The Players Act,’ a legislative proposal designed to protect consumer ownership of digital video games. The bill aims to transition the industry away from mo

US federal budget deficit reaches $1.99 trillion in FY2026

15 clusters · 134 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: United States budget deficit rises to nearly $2 trillion in fiscal year 2026

The United States federal budget deficit reached approximately $1.99 trillion for fiscal year 2026, marking a 12% increase from the $1.78 trillion deficit in 2025. This represents the third-largest annual deficit in U.S.

United States 2026 midterm elections

4 clusters · 31 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: US 2026 midterms: Capital flows target key committee chair positions

As the November 3, 2026, midterm elections approach, the political landscape remains defined by high campaign spending and significant implications for national policy. Republican groups have invested over $700 million i

Rising sovereign debt in developed economies

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Fitch Ratings: Developed economies' sovereign debt to hit $75.4 trillion by 2026

Financial agencies have issued warnings regarding rising sovereign debt levels across developed economies. Scope Ratings maintained the United States' credit rating at AA- with a stable outlook but cautioned that the nat

US immigration reform advocacy

2 clusters · 17 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: US religious leaders and lawmakers call for immigration reform

A broad coalition of Hispanic leaders from civil rights, religious, educational, and business sectors has issued a joint demand to the White House and Congress for immigration reform. The group is seeking legal protectio

Legislative efforts to redirect or abolish ICE and DHS

4 clusters · 24 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Rep. Delia Ramirez introduces bill to abolish DHS

U.S. Representative Ilhan Omar has introduced the ‘Make ICE Pay Act,’ a legislative proposal intended to redirect approximately $140 billion in federal funding away from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Cust

Legal escalation over taxpayer-funded political ads

13 clusters · 275 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Judge halts Trump administration's taxpayer-funded ad campaign

The Trump administration is facing intensifying bipartisan scrutiny and legal action regarding taxpayer-funded television and streaming advertisements. Critics, including Democratic Representative Mike Levin, Senator Joh