Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico speaks during a campaign rally in Kerrville, Texas, on August 31, 2026. | Brandon Bell/Getty Images This story appeared in Today, Explained, a daily newsletter that helps you understand the most compelling news and stories of the day. Subscribe here. We’re officially inside 40 days until the 2026 midterms — and Republicans are feeling the pressure. Nearly every poll seems to bring more bad news for GOP candidates, even in what would normally be comfortably red seats. And one of the clearest signs of how the party is feeling is how they’re t...
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