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A Guide to the People, Organizations, and Myths Threatening the 2026 Midterms

Why are watchdogs and lawmakers raising alarms about the upcoming midterms? We made a guide to explain.

October 13, 2026
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Challenges to 2026 Midterm Election Administration in Georgia

Partisan forces — from local officials to the Trump administration — are threatening elections in the state.

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Updated October 13, 2026
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What the Army’s Testing Report Tells Us About ICE’s New Shock Gloves

We obtained the Army’s 2024 report on shock gloves, raising further concerns about ICE using them.

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October 6, 2026

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