Georgia, a state that has long been the focal point of President Donald Trump’s baseless accusations regarding election fraud, will host a rally with leading Republican candidates on Friday as part of his midterm campaign blitz.
As she navigates a difficult first week as the president’s primary spokesperson, new White House press secretary Katie Zacharia downplayed her abbreviated inaugural briefing and defended her legal background on Thursday.
Zacharia stated that she didn’t have enough time to adequately prepare for her first briefing on Tuesday and that it was always intended to be quick because Trump would be answering questions from reporters later that morning.
Quick Fact
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| What Happened | Dan Sullivan questioned Mary Peltola's use of notes during a Senate debate. |
| Location | Alaska, United States |
| When | Thursday, according to the report |
| People Involved | Republican Senator Dan Sullivan and Democratic candidate Mary Peltola |
| Key Issue | Peltola's use of notes during the debate |
| Moderator's Statement | Neither candidate received the questions in advance. |
| Current Status | Both candidates continue their Senate campaigns. |
| Why It Matters | The exchange drew attention to debate preparation during Alaska's Senate race. |
Alaska Senate Debate and Shapiro PAC
In a high-stakes debate on Thursday, Alaska’s top U.S. Senate candidates squared off on the Iran War, driving up consumer prices and damaging their personal reputations in a race that will determine control of the sharply divided chamber.
Although his campaign claims it is to assist other Democrats in winning congressional elections and regaining the majority in the U.S. House, the Democrat is establishing a federal fundraising committee.
Shapiro is a clear favorite to defeat Republican Stacy Garrity in the midterm election on November 3. In four fiercely contested Pennsylvania congressional elections, he has run on behalf of Democrats.
Shapiro Launches PAC as Trump Hosts Celebrity Dinner
According to his campaign, Shapiro is adding a “new tool”—the committee—to give congressional candidates greater direct support because Pennsylvania is at the center of Democrats’ chance to flip the U.S. House.
The New Path PAC committee’s formation paperwork was dated Tuesday, and as of Friday, no contributions had been reported.
Stephen A. Smith, Bill Maher, and Kid Rock join Trump in the White House for supper.
Trump took a break from his midterm campaign on Thursday to eat supper with comedian Bill Maher, sports expert Stephen A. Smith, and Kid Rock.
Trump’s HBCU Funding Stance and Perry’s Reelection Race
The singer added that donations to historically Black institutions and universities would be harmed by the president’s attempt to halt diversity, equality, and inclusion initiatives, or DEI.
“I’ll take a risk and say, on behalf of President Trump and the government, no, no. Because we understand the value of education, we not only support HBCUs but also urge businesses to keep contributing to and sponsoring them,” he stated.
Scott Perry of Pennsylvania may have the strongest ties to President Donald Trump of any Republican member of Congress representing swing areas.
Scott Perry Faces Tough Reelection Challenge
In 2017 and 2025, Perry supported Trump’s signature tax-cutting legislation. He has vigorously defended Trump’s conflict with Iran. Additionally, Perry attempted to nullify Pennsylvania’s electoral votes and appoint an acting attorney general who would investigate conspiracy theories as Trump attempted to reverse Democrat Joe Biden’s 2020 presidential victory.
In a midterm election where the president is sharply unpopular and Perry faces a second fight from Democrat Janelle Stelson after narrowly defeating the former local television anchor two years ago, the issue now is whether Perry’s connections to Trump will be his downfall.
Democrats Focus Midterm Ads on Trump
Trump wants to focus solely on himself during the midterm elections. Democrats are glad to comply, based on the advertisements.
In this year’s midterm elections, President Donald Trump claims he wants voters to act as though he is on the ballot.
His opponents are making every effort to support him.
According to an Associated Press review of data from AdImpact, which tracks media spending, Democratic candidates and their allies have spent over $163 million since September 1 on television advertising that names the Republican president.
Sullivan Challenges Peltola Over Debate Notes
U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan, a Republican from Alaska, questioned his primary opponent’s use of notes at a debate late on Thursday in his reelection campaign.
During the one-hour argument, former congresswoman Mary Peltola, a Democrat, made multiple references to a stack of notes and occasionally appeared to read from them. “We weren’t supposed to get these questions beforehand, were we?” Sullivan questioned at one point.
Neither had received any questions beforehand, according to the moderator. Peltola declared herself ready.
Sullivan revisited the topic following the debate. He told reporters, “You can’t cue card your way to the U.S. Senate.”
