At a Glance

1Trump's $5,000 Dividend: A Promised Payout or an Election Day Gamble? · With Democrats winning Congress, the fate of the Dallas pledge faces scrutiny over cost, legality, and the shifting poli…

2Trump's $5,000 dividend promise faces reality check after GOP midterms loss · Despite Democratic control of Congress, the president insists the check will happen, while experts note the proposal lac…

3Trump's 'Pretend I'm On the Ballot' Rally Strategy Faces Midterm Test · With approval ratings at 35 percent, the president's direct campaign involvement is clashing with cautious optimism amon…

4Governor races: 18 to 18 split, 19 open seats, and the South Central stakes · With 36 governorships up for grabs and an even partisan split heading into the vote, Texas and Oklahoma stand out as key…

5Voters in Texas and the South Central weigh cost of living against Iran war · Polls open early Tuesday in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Louisiana as the region decides key Senate and governor races…

6Record Spending Defines 2026 Midterms in Texas and the South · Republicans lead in committee spending while Democrats gain at the candidate level, shaping a costly battle for control …

7Senate Battles in Texas and the South Central Region: Key Races · Voters in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Arkansas are deciding who will represent their states in the U.S. Senate durin…

57 Million Voted Early as Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana Polls Open for Midterms

Voters in the South Central region face critical Senate and governor races amid record early turnout and competing party strategies.