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Elections news — October 16, 2026

Publications tagged with Elections published on October 16, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

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  2. PoliticsExecutiveElectionsNorth America

    Midterm Elections: Democrats Outpace Republicans in Fundraising

    In the final fundraising quarter before the midterm elections, Democratic candidates have raised significantly more money than their Republican rivals in key races for the U.S. Congress. Despite a $276 million injection from tech mogul Elon Musk into the Republican Party, Democrats have a clear advantage in fundraising. In six key states, Democrats raised between three and six times more than Republicans. Democrats also outpaced Republicans in crucial House races, with at least 47 incumbent Republicans raising less than their Democratic or independent rivals.
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  3. PoliticsAppointmentsElections

    Trump's New Press Secretary Faces Scrutiny Over Legal Credentials

    Katie Zacharia, Trump's new press secretary, faced intense scrutiny over her legal credentials after a watchdog group questioned if she is a licensed lawyer. Zacharia admitted to failing the bar exam and not retaking it, despite describing herself as a lawyer. She also struggled in her first press briefing, lasting only 14 minutes and answering just three questions. Trump later advised her to reconsider her role.
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  5. PoliticsJudiciaryElections

    Trump's Approval Rating Hits Record Low in Fox News Poll

    A new Fox News poll reveals that President Trump's overall approval rating has reached an all-time low of 36%, with 64% disapproval. This is the lowest rating for Trump in either of his terms, driven by voter dissatisfaction with his handling of key issues such as inflation (22% approve) and the economy (18% say their family is better off). Democrats lead the generic ballot 54% to 45%.
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  6. PoliticsLawRegulatorsElectionsMiddle East

    Eisenkot Promises to End Hamas' Control Over Gaza Within 18 Months

    Gadi Eisenkot, main rival of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, pledged to end Hamas' control over the Gaza Strip within 18 months of taking office. He proposed either implementing US President Donald Trump's plan or using Israel's military capabilities. Eisenkot criticized Netanyahu's handling of the situation, stating that the current government has failed to achieve its objectives despite receiving more room for maneuver and legitimacy. He also accused Netanyahu of arming Palestinian militias in Gaza and causing international isolation.
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  7. WorldLawElectionsMiddle East

    Trump Accuses Zelensky of Destroying Ukraine

    In a series of statements, former U.S. President Donald Trump has criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, accusing him of destroying Ukraine. Trump believes that Zelensky's leadership has led to the destruction of the country and the loss of its male population. He also expressed his disapproval of Zelensky, stating that he is 'more difficult to deal with than Putin'.
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