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Monday, October 26, 2026 7:05 PM ET

Christian Science Monitor - US News

Politics - Why is Texas so important? It's about Senate control – and symbolism. The close Senate race between Democrat James Talarico and Republican Ken Paxton in Texas has unsettled conservatives used to three decades of statewide political dominance. By - Henry Gass - / 6 min

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Politics -- Can progressives win outside of cities? A Maine House race offers a key test. -- Simon Montlake

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Foreign Policy -- As midterms near and Putin beckons, Trump embraces big-power diplomacy -- Howard LaFranchi

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Society -- As US childcare costs climb, states and other nations offer a road map

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Politics -- Trump disinvited international election observers. Here's what that could mean.

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Society -- A simple joy, multiplied: Bakers bring 27,000 cookies to Boston Common

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Society -- AI companies commit to self-regulation, a strategy with a mixed track record

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Politics -- M is for Musk, and money: One big donor towers over 2026

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Politics -- The AI industry's race for influence includes $100 million in campaign cash

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From the Editors -- The midterms as a story of power and balance

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Politics -- Holding a new constitutional convention: Would that fly?

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Politics -- Letter from Mar-a-Lago: How times have changed – and haven't

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Politics -- Can Democrats win back Christian voters? A Kansas pastor charts a faith-based campaign.

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Security -- Securing a military victory is not easy. What Iran is teaching America.

6 days ago

Society -- Perseverance drives Angel Reese – and WNBA – into the 2026 championship

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Whatever the outcome, Nov. 3 is a pivot point for Trump - The midterm vote may put Democrats in control of Congress. Attention will also shift toward 2028. That doesn't mean President Trump will exit the stage. By - Linda Feldmann - / 7 min

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