U.S. midterm elections in pictures: Democrats' sweeping victories deliver rebuke to Trump
Democrats scored sweeping victories in the U.S. midterm elections on Wednesday, flipping key Republican-held seats in Congress.
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Treasury yields fall as investors crowd into bonds for safety amid election stock sell-off
Treasury yields fell on Tuesday night, as investors sought shelter from a sell-off in equity futures sparked by big victories from Democrats in the U.S. midterm elections.
Google responds to political backlash over removing search from schools that ban AI
After elected officials voiced outrage over Google turning off search at schools that ban AI, the company said search can be turned back on with AI Overviews.
Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac rally as Ackman presses for conservatorship exit
The midterm elections could be a turning point for the release of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac from government control, according to Bill Ackman.
Election Day: Here is the No. 1 issue we're watching as a signal for stocks
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.
Options traders are betting heavily on these stocks ahead of election results
Solar stocks see heavy call activity as voting gets underway
Sullivan: What the 2026 midterms could mean for energy investors
A Democratic Congress could be good for offshore wind and solar energy.
AI-generated 'slopaganda' in political ads puts internet platforms on alert
Tuesday's midterm elections follow record spending on AI-generated political ads.
What the 2026 midterm elections could mean for Trump’s final two years
Oddsmakers and public polls place Democrats in a favorable position ahead of Election Day.
The 'poison pill' ballot measure that could kill the California billionaire tax
The strongest challenge to California's billionaire tax could be a competing ballot measure that bans state taxes on retirement accounts, say tax experts.
Trump DOJ election lawsuits and monitors loom over 2026 midterms
"There's no doubt that the threats are threats to our democracy," said John Cusick, assistant counsel at the Legal Defense Fund.
Midterm elections could jolt stocks if Democrats sweep Congress
Wall Street weighs how the 2026 midterms could affect stocks, Treasury yields, artificial intelligence, energy prices, banks, defense and healthcare.
Trump is going to get 'trounced' in the midterms — and knows it, Anthony Scaramucci tells CNBC
The former White House communications director also said the Republican party was facing a "civil war" after the result.
Blackstone president calls for more equity to fund AI buildout as debt risks mount
Blackstone President Jon Gray says AI infrastructure needs more equity as debt investors face concentration risks amid massive spending plans.
Trump focuses on Reflecting Pool in final public speech before midterms
Trump seemed to acknowledge that Democrats had an advantage heading into Election Day. "But we gave this a very strong shot," he said.
Prediction market traders now see nearly 75% chance of Democrats winning the Senate
Just a day before the midterms, Kalshi traders give Democrats a 74% of controlling the Senate.
Trump administration asks Supreme Court to hear California mail-in ballot appeal
The Department of Justice's request to the Supreme Court in the California case comes as it appeals dismissal of a lawsuit over Alaska's Senate election.
Judge tosses DOJ case against ex-FBI officials accused of lying about Hunter Biden probe: Reports
Judge Zia Faruqui suggested the prosecution of ex-officials Nikki Floris and Bradley Benavides was rushed to come out ahead of the midterm election.
Stock market after midterm elections: What S&P 500 history shows
Midterms historically precede a strong year for the S&P 500. What to know if Democrats win back Congress
Defense, healthcare, crypto and AI: How the midterm election could affect stocks
Democratic gains in Congress could bring tougher oversight of major companies and shift billions of dollars in federal spending and regulatory policy.
Rubio says Trump wants to end Iran war 'peacefully' even as both sides prepare for strikes
The remarks come as reports suggest that both sides are gearing up for additional military strikes after the U.S. midterm elections.
Judge dismisses DOJ lawsuit over Alaska Senate election
Democratic nominee Mary Peltola is facing two candidates named Dan Sullivan in the Alaska Senate election, one of whom is the Republican incumbent.
Democratic Rep. Stevens endorses Rogers over El-Sayed in Michigan Senate election
Haley Stevens had lost the Democratic nomination for Senate in Michigan to Abdul El-Sayed earlier this year.
Alaska Sen. Sullivan says he'll accept election results, slams Peltola campaign’s reported recruitment of 2nd Sullivan
President Donald Trump's Department of Justice has sued Alaska, demanding the state not certify the election if the incumbent Republican loses.
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