Tom Begich, a Democratic contender for Alaska governor, has suspended his campaign and thrown his support behind Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins, citing a lack of funding and the need for party unity as the state heads toward November’s general election. Begich made his announcement Friday evening in a video posted to X, declaring that continuing his campaign […] The post Tom Begich ends Alaska governor campaign, backs fellow Democrat Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins appeared first on American Almanac .
Tom Begich, a Democratic contender for Alaska governor, has suspended his campaign and thrown his support behind Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins, citing a lack of funding and the need for party unity as the state heads toward November’s general election. Begich made his announcement Friday evening in a video posted to X, declaring that continuing his campaign “would take millions more than we have.” He shared that he and his running mate, Julia Hnilicka, had carefully reviewed campaign data, both their own and information provided by Kreiss-Tomkins, and concluded the best path for Democrats was to consolidate behind a single candidate rather than “competing for the same donors and resources.” “We’ve spoken with the other leading…Open
The race to be Florida's next governor has been decided. Byron Donalds earned the most votes to secure the Republican nomination, while David Jolly earned the most votes to secure the Democratic nomination. Both will compete against each other in the November general election. Meantime, incumbent Ashley Moody has won the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in Florida. She will now face off against Democrat Angie Nixon. LiveNOW's Austin Westfall and FOX 13 Tampa Bay have more.
On this episode of "On Balance," Leland Vittert discusses whether Democrats will actually unify around Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan as the general election for U.S. Senate approaches. Julian Epstein, Douglas Farrar, and Lauren Wright weigh in. This episode originally aired on August 7, 2026. "On Balance with Leland Vittert" takes a critical look at some of the day's hottest subjects.
Nigel Farage has criticized new Prime Minister Andy Burnham's government for pursuing a "leftward shift" without a voter mandate and called for an immediate General Election.
Nigel Farage has criticized new Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s government for pursuing a “leftward shift” without a voter mandate and called for an immediate General Election. PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: Nigel Farage has called for an immediate General Election now Andy Burnham has become Britain ‘s new Prime Minister, arguing that the new premier lacks a public mandate to pursue major political and economic reforms. Speaking to supporters in Norfolk, England, the Reform UK leader said Burnham’s administration would move the country “further to the left,” predicting higher taxes, increased government borrowing, and policies that would cost households the equivalent of thousands of pounds. DETAIL: Farage noted that…Open
Andy Burnham, the new British Prime Minister, has dismissed calls for a fresh General Election, claiming the governing Labour Party's existing parliamentary majority provides sufficient legitimacy.
Andy Burnham, the new British Prime Minister, has dismissed calls for a fresh General Election, claiming the governing Labour Party’s existing parliamentary majority provides sufficient legitimacy . PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: Andy Burnham has been appointed as Britain ‘s new Prime Minister, succeeding Keir Starmer , and has rejected calls for an immediate General Election. Burnham emphasized his intention to lead based on Labour’s existing mandate, secured during the 2024 General Election, and promised “massive change” in British politics. DETAIL: Burnham, the former Mayor of Greater Manchester, inherits a 166-seat Labour majority in Parliament, which he stated provides the legitimacy to govern without calling for a new…Open
Andy Burnham has assumed the role of British Prime Minister, pledging a 10-year plan to address national challenges.PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: Labour leader Andy Burnham has become Britain’s Prime Minister after formally accepting the role from King Charles III. Burnham has outlined a “10-year plan for the country” to address economic challenges, including the rising […]
Andy Burnham has assumed the role of British Prime Minister, pledging a 10-year plan to address national challenges. PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: Labour leader Andy Burnham has become Britain’s Prime Minister after formally accepting the role from King Charles III. Burnham has outlined a “10-year plan for the country” to address economic challenges, including the rising cost of living. WHEN & WHERE: The handover of power occurred at Buckingham Palace, with Burnham formally “kissing hands” with the King to accept the invitation to form a government following the departure of Sir Keir Starmer. KEY QUOTE: “I’m not saying that means I’m setting out to say I’m going to be here for 10 years. It’s more that we’re not in the…Open
Nigel Farage, leader of the Reform UK party, has called for general election following Andy Burnham's confirmation as leader of the governing Labour Party.
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has called for an immediate general election , arguing that new Labour Party leader and incoming British Prime Minister Andy Burnham lacks a mandate to govern the country. PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: Nigel Farage , leader of the Reform UK party, has called for a general election following Andy Burnham’s confirmation as leader of the governing Labour Party. DETAIL: On Friday, Andy Burnham, the Labour Member of Parliament (MP) for Makerfield, was officially declared leader of the governing Labour Party. This followed a leadership process in which Burnham ran for the leadership uncontested. This was despite the fact that the British public wanted a contest to hold the incoming Prime Minister to account.…Open
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani flexed his political muscle, getting a clean sweep as his three endorsed congressional candidates advanced to November’s general election
