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We ask challenger and candidate Nancy Staats about why she wants to be the coastal city’s next leader. -
After three decades seeking and holding state and local office, the Democrat explains why she’s running to return to the state Capitol. -
A roundtable discussion featuring candidates for the Aug. 18 Jacksonville City Council Special Election -
After positive recent polling, the perennial congressional candidate hopes the fifth time’s the charm. -
We meet the Democratic candidate challenging James Uthmeier for the role of Florida’s top cop. -
From MAHA to resilience to affordable healthcare, former House Speaker and Northeast Florida lawmaker Paul Renner offers his vision for governor. -
A former Republican turned Democratic candidate hopes to be Florida’s next governor. -
Three health care CEOs warn of impacts ahead of a City Council vote to cut spending on health programs.
NPR National Election Coverage
Follow the latest national election coverage from NPR. You get clear reporting, verified information and up to date updates on key races across the country.
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Money is pouring into political races across the country, but are there limits to how much the extra cash can do to sway the outcome of the midterms.
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Mandel Ngan/AFP via Getty ImagesA focus group of eight Gen Z Trump voters reported feeling unhappy or disappointed with the state of politics, with some going as far as to say they regret supporting him in 2024.
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As Election Day approaches, some key swing voters are talking about casting their ballots to check President Trump. That's one takeaway from new focus groups.
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The FBI and U.S. Postal Inspection Service are looking into the mailings, some of which included an unidentified powdery white substance. -
The candidates in a competitive U.S. House race in Nebraska faced off in a debate. The winner would replace retiring GOP Rep. Don Bacon.
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How does President Trump's travel compare to past campaigns and what does it say about Republicans' level of concern about the midterms?
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NPR's Michel Martin speaks with political analyst Ron Brownstein about recent shifts in GOP spending and messaging, and what they suggest about how the party views its chances in the midterms.
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Some key voters in Georgia say deep frustration and disappointment with President Trump are motivating their election plans just weeks before Election Day. -
NPR's Leila Fadel asks Twitch streamer and political commentator Hasan Piker about his incendiary style and whether he's become a liability for Democrats ahead of the midterms.
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President Donald Trump traveled to the red state of Alaska on Tuesday, to rally in support of an endangered Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan.
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For many election cycles, civil rights groups and political parties have fanned out to monitor polling places, but the charged midterm environment has many organizations stepping up efforts this year. -
Kansas voters could send a Democrat to the Senate for the first time in nearly a century — and flip the governor's office back to Republican control, even in what could be a tough year for the GOP.
