Politics
Trump Campaigns Amid White House Crisis
President Trump is campaigning in Michigan, as the White House faces growing adversity ahead of crucial midterm elections. The press secretary position has been vacated by Katie Zacharia after just five days, with conservative activist Laura Loomer lobbying to replace her.
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BBC News
The White House is facing growing adversity, writes the BBC's Anthony Zurcher, weeks before crucial midterm elections.
2026-10-16 21:02 UTC
The Hill
With control of Congress on the line, 2WAY is teaming up with NewsNation and The Hill for a special edition of “The Morning Meeting” ahead of the Nov. 3 midterm elections. The program will take a closer look at key House and Senate races as Republicans and Democrats make their final pitches to voter
2026-10-16 21:24 UTC
The Hill
Far-right activist Laura Loomer put herself forward as a candidate for White House press secretary as Katie Zacharia was ousted from the role after just five days on Friday. In three separate posts on the social media platform X, the conservative influencer argued her case. “Here me out: Press Secr
2026-10-16 21:26 UTC
The Hill
President Trump will campaign in Michigan next week, marking what is slated to be his seventh campaign stop in a seven-day stretch. The Republican National Committee said Friday Trump will headline a rally in St. Clair County, Mich. on Sunday, Oct. 25 following an appearance in Macon, Ga. the day pr
2026-10-16 21:26 UTC