Byron Donalds Wins Republican Nomination for Florida Governor
Mr. Donalds, a conservative congressman with the backing of President Trump, seeks to become the state’s first Black governor.
Politics
nytimes.com
19.08.2026
Former Republican David Jolly Wins Democratic Nomination for Florida Governor
The former Republican congressman will try to appeal to voters disaffected with President Trump in a state where Republicans significantly outnumber Democrats.
Politics
nytimes.com
19.08.2026
Sydney Gruters, Wife of R.N.C. Chair, Wins House Primary in Florida With Trump’s Backing
Ms. Gruters had been favored to win in a congressional district that was redrawn as part of Gov. Ron DeSantis’s new map, which leaned even more Republican.
Politics
nytimes.com
19.08.2026
Trump-backed Republican survives primary after bucking him on deportations
Incumbent Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar advanced against Michael Arias in Florida's 27th congressional district, where housing and immigration loom large.
Politics
foxnews.com
19.08.2026
Veteran Dem defeats scandal-plagued former lawmaker, progressive challenger in Trump's backyard
Debbie Wasserman Schultz faced a progressive challenger and fraud-accused ex-lawmaker in Florida's 20th Congressional District Democratic primary.
Politics
foxnews.com
19.08.2026
Trump's Approval is Dropping with Millennials, New Poll Shows
The numbers come as Trump approaches the 2026 midterm elections with his overall approval at or near its lowest
Politics
newsweek.com
19.08.2026
US moves to open vast tracts of pristine forests to logging
President Donald Trump's administration on Tuesday proposed a rule change that would open 44 million acres (68,750 square miles) of wild, undisturbed forest for road construction and logging.
Science
phys.org
19.08.2026
5 Things to Know About Ashley Moody, Republican Senate Candidate in Florida
The Republican incumbent has President Trump’s support but has little name recognition to many in her state.
Politics
nytimes.com
19.08.2026
Threatening Friends and Courting Enemies in Trump’s ‘Upside-Down World’
The president’s hostility to allies like Oman, Canada and South Korea, and his affection for adversaries like North Korea, may still shock some. But it comes as little surprise after a decade of uphea
Politics
nytimes.com
19.08.2026
5 Things to Know About Alex Vindman, Democratic Senate Candidate in Florida
The Democrat testified in President Trump’s first impeachment trial and has a twin brother, Eugene, in Congress.
Politics
nytimes.com
19.08.2026
Canada faces deadline to stop US tariffs on $20bn of exports
Mark Carney spoke to Donald Trump on Tuesday in a final push to avert American trade levies
Finance
ft.com
19.08.2026
Trump threatened Oman because of the agreement made with Iran on the Strait of Hormuz
Azerbaijan
apa.az
19.08.2026
CNN Condemns the White House’s Attacks on Journalist Kristen Holmes: Here’s What to Know
The network’s rebuke came after a question Holmes asked Trump drew a series of critical posts from the White House targeting the journalist.
World
time.com
19.08.2026
Trump’s threats to Seoul may be worse than their bite
The decision to end annual military exercises between the U.S. and South Korea is unlikely to affect security on the world’s most militarized border.
Politics
politico.com
18.08.2026
Jon Ossoff's 2028 Chances As He Takes Aim at Trump Aide Natalie Harp
As Ossoff seeks another Senate term in Georgia, prediction markets continue to weigh his 2028 presidential prospects.
Politics
newsweek.com
18.08.2026
Liberia Agrees to Take 1,200 Deportees From U.S.
The arrangement is one of the largest known deals that the Trump administration has struck to expel migrants who cannot be sent back to their home countries.
Politics
nytimes.com
18.08.2026
Court Blocks Road Through Izembek National Wildlife Refuge
A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration broke the law when it approved a deal to allow a road through the Izembek National Wildlife Refuge.
Politics
nytimes.com
18.08.2026
Trump moves to end ‘roadless rule’ that protects millions of forest acres
The U.S. Forest Service is filing a proposal to overturn the so-called roadless rule enacted during the final days of Bill Clinton’s presidency
World
independent.co.uk
18.08.2026
Trump says no talks planned with Iran amid anger over Iran-Oman Hormuz deal
US president hits out as states bordering the Strait of Hormuz continue talks on managing the strategic waterway.
World
aljazeera.com
18.08.2026
Fearless FCC commissioner risks Trump’s wrath to praise ABC lawsuit over Jimmy Kimmel retaliation
The lone Democratic FCC commissioner left on the panel accused the Trump administration of trying to ‘punish’ ABC and Disney because they don’t like the late-night show’s speech
World
independent.co.uk
18.08.2026