The Pour Over: Politically Neutral, Christ-First News Midterms Final Stretch, Protests Spread Through Europe, Playoff Updates, & More
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Oct 26, 2026 Midterm campaigns heat up as Obama and Trump return to the trail, while protests over rising costs and war spread across Europe. The latest playoff races, Israel’s uncertain election, and charges against former FBI officials also make headlines. Plus, a deadly attack in Jordan, a humanitarian ceasefire in Ukraine, and New York City’s vote to end horse-drawn carriage rides.
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Alaska Senate Race Faces Certification Challenge
- A DOJ lawsuit seeks to block Alaska Senate certification if Mary Peltola defeats Dan Sullivan.
- The lawsuit claims a same-name candidate intended to mislead Sullivan supporters and undermine election integrity.
Obama And Trump Intensify Midterm Campaigning
- Obama and Trump intensified midterm campaigning by targeting battleground states and vulnerable candidates.
- Trump promoted a $4.2 billion Audi facility and ended 50% tariffs on Canadian agricultural imports.
European Protests Spread Beyond France
- Protests spread through Italy, Spain, Portugal, and Albania over living costs, corruption, and Middle Eastern wars.
- France recorded 410,000 demonstrators and about 1,300 arrests during its fifth protest week.