Tragedy in Pittsburgh, House and Senate Latest, Beto Backer: 9 Days to Go
It’s always hard to know how major news events may affect an election. This time is no exception, with crosscurrents of grief, faith, fear and gun politics.
In a Year of Women Running for Governor, One Incumbent Finds a Tough Fight
Oregon Gov. Kate Brown faces a serious challenge from Knute Buehler, a Republican. It’s a shock to voters who thought the state was ‘on lockdown’ for Democrats.
Shootings at Houses of Worship: Pittsburgh Synagogue Attack Was Among the Deadliest
From a Texas church to a Sikh temple in Wisconsin, houses of worship have become a recurring target for mass shooters.
Used to Hearing ‘Shabbat Shalom,’ a Historic Jewish Enclave Rings Out With Gunshots
Pittsburgh’s Squirrel Hill neighborhood is a close-knit Jewish community. Its day of worship turned into one of mourning after a gunman stormed into a synagogue.
Who Is Robert Bowers, the Suspect in the Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting?
Mr. Bowers showed a virulent anti-Semitism on his social media accounts. The police accuse him of killing 11 congregants at Tree of Life.
Pittsburgh Shooting: Suspect in Custody
A gunman opened fire in a Pittsburgh synagogue on Oct. 27. At least 10 are dead.
Trump Calls for Unity After Synagogue Shooting, Then Swiftly Denounces Democrats
The president again demonstrated that he would not be swayed from the call of the campaign trail during a politically volatile and violent midterm election season.
Cesar Sayoc, Mail Bombing Suspect, Found an Identity in Political Rage and Resentment
Mr. Sayoc styled himself as a successful bodybuilder and entrepreneur in South Florida. But court records and people who knew him recalled him differently.
Republicans Rushing to Save House Seats From Onslaught of Democratic Money
With the G.O.P. confident about holding onto their Senate majority on Election Day, the party is fortifying defenses in conservative-leaning districts they thought were secure but now may be at risk.
11 Killed in Pittsburgh Synagogue Massacre; Suspect Charged With 29 Counts
The suspect in the Saturday morning attack, identified as Robert D. Bowers, 46, was in custody, law enforcement officials said. At least 11 people were reported killed.
A ‘No’ on Kavanaugh Yields a Windfall for Heitkamp’s Campaign Coffers
Facing an uphill battle for re-election, Senator Heidi Heitkamp of North Dakota raised a staggering $12.5 million in 17 days.
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