Democrats’ Chances of Beating GOP’s Vivek Ramaswamy and Flipping Ohio—Polls
Republican Vivek Ramaswamy held a lead over potential Democratic rivals Amy Acton and former U.S. House Representative Tim Ryan in a new poll of the 2026 Ohio gubernatorial race from Emerson College released Friday. Daniel Birdsong, professor of political science at the University of Dayton, told Newsweek that Republicans will have an advantage in Ohio, […]
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Gavin Newsom’s Redistricting Ballot Measure Chances of Passing—New Poll
California Governor Gavin Newsom‘s redistricting ballot measure has support from a majority of the state’s voters, according to a new poll. Newsweek reached out to Newsom and the California GOP for comment via email. Why It Matters The redistricting arms race between California, Texas and other states could have key implications for the midterms. Texas, […]
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Gavin Newsom and Pete Buttigieg’s Chances of Beating JD Vance in 2028: Poll
A new poll shows potential 2028 presidential election matchups between Vice President JD Vance and prominent Democratic leaders as next year’s midterm campaigns are on the horizon. Why It Matters Early polls, especially in crucial swing states, have gained significance as potential contenders for the 2028 presidential election begin to emerge. Even with the election […]
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Giants Coach’s Big Take on Jaxson Dart’s Starting Chances
When it comes to the battle of the starting quarterback position on the New York Giants, there is no battle. Just as Brian Daboll stated ahead of the Giants’ first training camp session, Russell Wilson is the starter. Two stellar showings from the rookie Jaxson Dart haven’t changed that. Following Saturday night’s Giants win over […]
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Democrats’ Chances of Defeating Burt Jones in Georgia Governor’s Race
President Donald Trump weighed in on the Georgia gubernatorial race this week, endorsing Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones over Attorney General Chris Carr in the Republican primary. A political science professor weighed in on the chances of the Democrats beating Jones. Newsweek reached out to the Jones and Carr campaigns for comment via email. Why It […]
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Zohran Mamdani’s Chances of Beating Cuomo, Adams in NYC Race: Poll
Democratic mayoral primary winner and state Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani is leading the pack of candidates to potentially govern New York City, a new poll this month shows. Newsweek reached out to several political analysts via email for comment after publication Thursday. Why It Matters The outcome of New York City’s mayoral race is nationally significant […]
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Jack Ciattarelli’s Chances of Beating Mikie Sherrill in New Jersey: Polls
Jack Ciattarelli is unlikely to beat Representative Mikie Sherrill in the race to become the next governor of New Jersey, according to a new poll. The poll, conducted for the American Principles Project (APP) by Cygnal, showed Sherrill with a 7 percentage point lead against her Republican rival some five months before Election Day. The […]
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Jack Ciattarelli’s chances of winning NJ governor’s race over Mikie Sherrill: Polls
New Jersey voters hit the polls on Tuesday and cast their ballots in the state’s primary races ahead of this year’s gubernatorial election. Jack Ciattarelli, a former New Jersey state representative and one-time critic turned supporter of President Donald Trump, won the Republican Party‘s nomination for governor. On the Democratic side, U.S. Representative Mikie Sherrill […]
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Potential Tropical Storm Barbara Chances at Forming More Than Double
Chances for a developing tropical system off the southern Pacific coast of Mexico to become Tropical Storm Barbara have more than doubled in recent days, according to updates from the National Hurricane Center (NHC). As the storm strengthens, it could sap energy from another system to its east, AccuWeather senior meteorologist John Feerick told Newsweek, […]
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Republicans’ Chances of Flipping Michigan Senate Seat in Midterms—New Poll
Michigan presents an opportunity for Republicans to flip a Senate seat in the 2026 midterms, but a new poll suggested the race will be close in the battleground state that narrowly backed President Donald Trump last November. Why It Matters Senator Gary Peters’ retirement in Michigan leaves the Senate seat open, and candidates from both […]
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