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The Iran war becomes a problem for Republicans ahead of the US midterm elections

A week before the midterm congressional elections, Democrats are linking support for the war in Iran to rising fuel prices. Several vulnerable Republicans — Dan Sullivan, Pete Ricketts, Mike Lawler and Roger Marshall — are facing unexpectedly competitive campaigns. A week before the midterm elections to Congress, Democrats are linking support for the war in Iran to rising fuel prices. Several vulnerable Republicans — Dan Sullivan, Pete Ricketts, Mike Lawler and Roger Marshall — are facing unexpectedly competitive campaigns.

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Elon Musk funneled more than $200 million into the US midterm elections, backing Republicans

According to Federal Election Commission filings reviewed by the BBC, Elon Musk donated over $200 million in the quarter ending September 30, 2026, to help Republicans keep control of Congress. The bulk — $158 million — went to the Senate Leadership Fund, along with more than $80 million to America Pac and $10 million to Lone Star Liberty Pac. Particular attention is focused on Texas and the race between Ken Paxton and James Talarico.

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