Maria Santos
Politics Writer
Maria Santos writes about elections, courts, Congress, and public institutions. She covers legislative fights, judicial rulings, and campaign developments as they unfold. Her analysis labels projections and source attribution so readers can separate evidence from interpretation, and notes when a race or ruling is still contested.
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Trump Campaigns for Michael Whatley in North Carolina Senate Race with Crime-Focused Message
Donald Trump campaigned in North Carolina for Republican Senate candidate Michael Whatley, focusing on crime, affordability, and Democratic policies ahead of the midterm elections.
September 17, 2026
Ed Markey Defeats Seth Moulton in Massachusetts Senate Primary
Senator Ed Markey won the Democratic nomination for another term in Massachusetts, defeating Representative Seth Moulton in the September 1 primary.
September 1, 2026
U.S. Launches New Strikes on Iranian Targets Near the Strait of Hormuz
U.S. Central Command said American forces struck Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps targets in Iran after attempted attacks on commercial shipping and U.S. personnel.
September 1, 2026
Supreme Court Allows White House Ballroom Construction to Continue During Appeal
The Supreme Court allowed construction of President Donald Trump's planned White House ballroom to continue while litigation proceeds.
August 31, 2026
Senate Control Tightens as Republicans Confront Trump's Standing
Republicans' path to retaining the Senate has narrowed as competitive races expand and President Donald Trump's approval ratings weigh on the party's national environment.
August 1, 2026
Midcycle Redistricting Shifts the 2026 House Battlefield
Ten states adopted new congressional maps ahead of the 2026 midterms after a rare wave of mid-decade redistricting.
June 5, 2026
Kennedy Center Cancellations Continue Amid Leadership and Renaming Disputes
Artists and performing-arts organizations have continued to withdraw from Kennedy Center engagements after changes to the institution's leadership and name.
March 1, 2026