Midterm Elections

California voters rejected a proposed 5% tax on billionaire wealth as supporters vowed to keep pushing and critics warned the state’s tax climate could drive more residents and investment elsewhere.

Marcus Lemonis urges businesses to adapt to rising costs rather than "make excuses" after an Outback Steakhouse franchisee filed for bankruptcy with $449 million in debt.

Democratic midterm wins could increase scrutiny of AI data centers and power demand, but President Donald Trump retains veto power over any federal legislation.

Local ballot measures targeting data centers passed overwhelmingly as voters raised concerns about energy bills, land use and the economic impact of AI development.

Democrats' midterm victories draw mixed reactions from Wall Street and business executives over AI infrastructure, regulatory risks, market stability and travel.

Wall Street faces fresh uncertainty over what Democratic control of Congress could mean for taxes, government spending and regulation.

Democrats winning Congress could mean tougher AI oversight and market volatility, while a Republican sweep may ease concerns over tech investigations.

High prices for gasoline and other goods are key issues for midterm voters, with six in 10 Americans citing the cost of living as their chief concern.

Even the Times acknowledges that Republicans are winning over late deciders by 9 percentage points in seven battleground states.

The Golden State's Proposition 40 billionaire tax could raise far less than $100 billion as wealthy residents flee California before the vote.

Former Clinton Labor Secretary Robert Reich called on Democrats to target Elon Musk if they regain control of Congress, while pushing for government ownership of SpaceX and Starlink.

Perhaps the most important issue for voters is almost getting blocked out

Officials said the AI bot accessed publicly available voter data through the state's data hub but did not access voter files or Georgia's voter registration system.

The first Russian diesel tanker headed to New York carries 40,000 tons, but a retired general says that only covers a couple hours of U.S. demand.

Trump’s remarks suggest chances are rising for a decisive strike after the election on the regime at Tehran

Pollsters fear an insufficient number of so-called traditional Republicans will head to the polls on November 3

Her point is to bring political prosecution to young Republican staffers working for the president

Mark Ruffalo slammed Gavin Newsom for opposing California's billionaire wealth tax, calling it "disqualifying" for anyone with ambitions for higher office.

No wonder the purported Democratic blue wave may not pan out in the upcoming midterm elections

Republicans are likely to keep the Senate easily, but the House is a different story