Democrats lead Arizona … for now Arizona Democrats will be rejoicing at the news senate candidate Mark Kelly and gubernatorial candidate Katie Hobbs were leaning towards victory in this crucial state. All of the big races in Arizona were pretty much a toss-up and could easily swing either way. But the optimism has now evolved into pure excitement. It’s still early in the night but Dems have a lot to celebrate – and Arizona Dems…
Georgia Senate race likely to go to December run-off Senior election officials in Georgia are suggesting there will be a run-off race for the Senate seat in early December. The state’s law says if no candidate gets more than 50 per cent of the vote, it triggers a run-off between the top two candidates. Trump-backed Herschel Walker is battling incumbent Raphael Warnock. Georgia is a key seat important to gain control of the Senate. Election…
Rep. Kevin McCarthy predicts GOP will take the House Top Republican Kevin McCarthy – who has the backing of former US president Donald Trump for speaker – has said his party will take control of the House of Representatives. His party, he said, would “get America back on track”. “Let me tell you, you’re out late, but when you wake up tomorrow, we will be in the majority and Nancy Pelosi will be in the…
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says Democratic candidates “strongly outperforming expectations” House Speaker Nancy Pelosi praised House Democratic incumbents and candidates on the ballot across the country for their performances in the midterm elections and thanked grassroots volunteers for “enabling every voter to have their say in our democracy.” “While many races remain too close to call, it is clear that House Democratic Members and candidates are strongly outperforming expectations across the country,” Pelosi said. “As…
US midterm elections 2022: Fetterman gains Pennsylvania Senate seat for Democrats Democrat John Fetterman has flipped a Republican-held Senate seat – in Pennsylvania, projections show. The left-wing Democrat is a Harvard graduate. He had a big lead over TV doctor Mehmet Oz in the Pennsylvania race until he suffered a stroke a few months ago, forcing him out of the public eye. But the projected winner of the Pennsylvania Senate race – Democrat John Fetterman…
US midterms 2022: What time can we expect the US midterm election results? Quick Summary The polls have started to open in the US at 05:00 EST (10:00 GMT) Midterm elections decide who controls US Congress, which has two chambers – the House of Representatives and the Senate Both the House and the Senate are controlled by Democrats at the moment Republicans are predicted to take the House, whilst the Senate is too close to…
US midterm elections 2022: What’s happened so far? It’s just gone midnight on the US east coast and it’s been a real mixture of results coming in. No seats have been flipped in the fight for the Senate just yet – here’s a reminder of the action so far. Republicans remain the favourites to win the House of Representatives but control of the Senate remains too tight to call. Developments in the governor’s races tonight
Democratic Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez will win reelection Democratic Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez will win reelection in New York’s 14th Congressional District. She is a favorite amongst voters and was predicted to keep her seat. A champion of minority groups and an example of female leadership. Maintaining her dignity despite being targeted by the Republicans and Trump in the elections.
House GOP leader Kevin McCarthy wins reelection in California’s 20th District
Republican JD Vance has defeated Democrat Tim Ryan in the race to become Ohio’s senator. Republican JD Vance has defeated Democrat Tim Ryan in the race to become Ohio’s senator.
Republican Jen Kiggans will win hotly contested Virginia House race Republican state Sen. Jen Kiggans will win the Virginia House race. She is predicted to defeat Democratic Rep. Elaine Luria in Virginia’s 2nd Congressional District, US News projects, a big win for Republicans as they vie to take back control of the House. Luria is a member of the House committee investigating the Jan. 6 riot at the US Capitol. Kiggans was a top Republican recruit this…
Sarah Huckabee Sanders is set to become the first woman to hold the office Sarah Huckabee Sanders is set to become the first woman to hold the office in the southern state. She follows in the footsteps of her father, Mike Huckabee, who once held the same role and ran twice for president. Other former Arkansas governors famously include Bill Clinton, the Democrat, who used the office as a springboard to the US presidency. Sanders’…
Marjorie Taylor Greene to hold Georgia Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene to hold Georgia House seat. She is projected to retain her seat for the Republicans in the House of Representatives. Greene is an outspoken defender of former president Donald Trump, and is known for denying that Joe Biden won the 2020 election. She has also been a staunch critic of Covid mandates, leading her to be temporarily banned by Twitter for false statements about the pandemic. According to…
First Generation Z congressman A 25-year-old Democrat is projected to become the first Generation Z Congressman, according to WTX USA News. Maxwell Alejandro Frost is poised to defeat Republican Calvin Wimbish in their House race and will keep Florida’s solidly blue 10th congressional district in Democratic hands. Frost is one of two Gen Zers on the 2022 ballot; Republican Karoline Leavitt in New Hampshire is the other. Young voters turned out in big numbers in…
Only US citizens to vote Only US citizens to vote in Ohio. Voters have approved an amendment to the state constitution to require that only a citizen of the United States can vote at any state or local election, WTX USA News projects, assuming they meet other requirements. Elections in Ohio The new measure would prohibit local governments from allowing a person to vote in local elections in Ohio if they are not legally qualified…
Polling stations across the United States have started to close in the midterm elections which could see the Grand Old Party snatch a big victory, sparking trouble for President Joe Biden and the Democrats. Polling stations across the United States have started to close in the midterm elections which could see the Grand Old Party snatch a big victory, sparking trouble for President Joe Biden and the Democrats.
US Midterms 2022 grip the world, but why now? – ‘Mood is dark in America’ The midterm elections don’t usually interest anyone outside of the United States. Across the pond, we only show real interest in American politics when they have their presidential election – but these 2022 midterm elections are important to the US and the wider world. “The mood is dark in America. There is a sense of dread about the future. And…
US midterms 2022: How can I vote? It’s election day in the US – meaning it’s a big day for millions across the pond. If you’re a US citizen and you’re looking to vote in the midterm elections, here’s what you need to do. Find out where you can vote You can find out where can go and vote on your state’s election website. Check if you need to take any ID along with you…
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The north London-born actor enjoyed an eight-decade career across TV, film and radio. ,h2>Leslie Phillips dies aged 98 The north London-born actor enjoyed an eight-decade career across TV, film and radio. becoming a household name as one one the stars with the hit series Carry on.
US midterms: What will happen today? Polls open in the US The 2022 midterm elections are underway with polls opening at 06:00 EST (11:00 GMT) for residents in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut and other East Coast states. By 11:30 GMT – polls will open for people in North Carolina, Ohio and West Virginia. What’s up for grabs in this election? This isn’t a presidential election – instead, it’s a midterm. The election is to…
The Guardian – Poor nations paying twice for climate breakdown Summary of the front page A Guardian exclusive quotes a senior civil servant’s claims that Gavin Williamson, former defence secretary, told them to “slit your throat” in what they felt was a sustained campaign of bullying. The paper’s front page also reports that Barbadian Prime Minister Mia Mottley warned that a failure to tackle climate change could create one billion refugees by 2050 and accused…
Metro – Sunak turns on the sharm Summary of the front page Sunak turns on the Sharm – that’s Metro’s take on the prime minister’s debut on the world stage at the COP27 summit, describing his speech as “short but upbeat.” The paper describes the prime minister and French President Emmanuel Macron “bounding up to each other” for their first meeting in Sharm el-Sheikh and carries a picture of the two embracing. The front page…
Daily Express – Rishi: I will get grip on migrant crisis Summary of the front page The Daily Express splashes on a promise by the prime minister to get a “grip” on illegal migration after he spoke with his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron The paper reports that talks between Britain and France over how to stop migrant channel crossings are in their “final stage” and that Mr Sunak is “optimistic” a deal can be reached.…
Daily Mirror – Brave mum’s TV dissection to educate millions Summary of the front page The Daily Mirror’s lead story takes a look at how a mother who died from a rare eye cancer was dissected for a Channel 4 show. The front page features an image of Toni Crews, a young mother who, before dying of a rare eye cancer, donated her body to be dissected on a Channel 4 programme. The paper says…
