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Meta raises R$ 522.7 million in 2026 elections and leads spending
The Liberal Party led content boosting investments on the platform, allocating R$ 119.3 million, nearly double the amount spent by the PT.
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Elections 2026
Everything ContextIA published on the campaign, polls, the electoral court and the runoff.
Politics
US vote counting continues one week after midterm elections
Although Democrats have secured a legislative majority, 17 Senate, House, and gubernatorial races remain undecided due to local counting procedures and mail-in ballots.
Economy
Spain faces its first general strike in 14 years focused on housing
Rents have surged by 44% since 2021 while wages only rose by 22%, in an atypical call marked by the electoral pre-campaign.
Politics
TSE fines Meta R$ 7.5 million for non-compliance with election court orders
The penalty was applied unanimously due to delays, lack of transparency, and partial compliance with rulings, though the court found no evidence of deliberate interference in the election.
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Republicans choose Representative Jim Jordan to lead US House minority
The Ohio lawmaker defeated Steve Scalise in a secret ballot and will take over the Republican leadership in the House after the party lost control of the chamber in the midterm elections.
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Jim Jordan elected US House Republican leader
The Ohio congressman replaces Mike Johnson as the party's minority leader, signaling an uncompromising opposition strategy following the Republican loss of both chambers of Congress in the midterm elections.
Economy
California voters reject proposed one-time tax on billionaires' wealth
The defeat of Proposition 40, the most expensive ballot campaign in state history, marks a significant setback for progressive efforts to implement wealth taxes on the ultra-rich in the United States.
Politics
Trump alleges voter fraud without evidence in US midterms
After conceding defeat the previous week, the US president shifted his rhetoric and began questioning the integrity of the election that gave the Democratic Party control of Congress.
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Democratic Party wins governorship and expands presence in Georgia in midterm elections
With the victory of Keisha Lance Bottoms and the reelection of Jon Ossoff, the party advances in suburban districts and consolidates a demographic shift that alters the state's political balance.
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Republican midterm election defeat triggers internal crisis and international distancing
The Republican Party faces a period of deep reflection after losing control of Congress and state governments, while far-right European allies begin to distance themselves from the Trump administration.
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Trump says new attack on Iran is unlikely if deal progresses
The U.S. president conditions a definitive truce on the signing of a strong pact, while Iran points to diplomatic stagnation following the U.S. elections.
Economy
Democratic wins in Texas and US Congress pressure Elon Musk's empire
The election of Gina Hinojosa as Texas governor and a Democratic majority in Congress threaten Musk's data center expansion plans and state tax incentives.
Politics
Democratic Party wins majority in US Congress in midterm elections
With their victory at the polls on November 3, 2026, Democrats take control of the House and Senate, shifting the power dynamic for the final two years of the Trump administration.
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Democrats win majority in U.S. Congress in midterm elections
With the Democratic victory in the House and Senate, President Donald Trump will face an opposition-controlled Congress during the final two years of his second term.
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White House Says Donald Trump Remains President After Defeat
Social media post follows Democratic victory in the US midterm elections, which stripped Republicans of their congressional majority and prompted the president to signal the use of vetoes.
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After losing congressional majority, Trump signals frequent use of veto power
With the Democratic victory in the midterm elections, President Donald Trump vows to use the presidential veto to block legislation, though Congress retains the power to override it.
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Israeli president begins talks to form government after inconclusive election
The selected lawmaker faces a twenty eight day deadline to build a coalition, while Shin Bet investigates allegations of foreign interference without altering outcomes.
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Trump blames US midterms defeat on Iran war and gas prices
Democrats win control of both the House and Senate in midterm elections, promising to challenge President Donald Trump's legislative agenda.
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Democrats flip 7 Republican seats and win US Senate majority
The Democratic Party won seats in traditionally Republican states like Texas, Kansas, and Ohio, securing control of the chamber in the midterm elections.
Economy
Asian markets trade mixed following Democratic victory in US Congress
The outcome of the US midterm elections, which secured a Democratic majority in both chambers, creates market uncertainty as investors weigh the political impact on Donald Trump's administration.
Politics
Democrat Annie Andrews Elected U.S. Senator for South Carolina
The victory ends a 62-year Republican hegemony in the conservative state and marks the election of the first woman to represent South Carolina in the U.S. Senate.
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Two-time Paralympic champion Josh Turek elected US Senator for Iowa
The Democrat defeated Republican Ashley Hinson, ending a drought of over a decade without party senators in the state, which voted for Donald Trump in the last three presidential elections.
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Abdul El-Sayed elected as the first Muslim US senator in history
The Democrat won the race in Michigan with 51.8% of the vote and secured a Senate seat in an election marked by debates on public health and foreign policy.
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New York re-elects Democratic Governor Kathy Hochul in midterms
The victory consolidates the state as a Democratic stronghold for nearly two decades amid a national party surge in the midterm legislative elections.
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Democratic Party Wins Control of US Congress in Midterm Elections
With victory in both chambers, the opposition gains power to block bills, influence the budget, and investigate the Donald Trump administration for the next two years of the presidential term.
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US Supreme Court Rejects Trump's Request Against California Votes
The court blocked the attempt to invalidate ballots from 20 thousand voters identified as irregular foreigners, preserving list integrity ahead of the election.
Economy
Inflation and unemployment mark US economy ahead of elections
While the labor market and GDP show strength, voters report dissatisfaction with inflation and high interest rates before the congressional vote.
Politics
US Midterm Elections Shape Congress and Test Government
Americans voted on November 3, 2026, to renew Congress in an election marked by dissatisfaction with inflation, the cost of living, and record fuel prices.
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US legislative elections may influence tariff policy with Brazil
A potential loss of the Republican majority in the US Congress could increase scrutiny of trade tariffs, although the final decision on foreign policy remains with the Executive branch.
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Donald Trump Approval Holds at 32% Ahead of Midterm Elections
The cost of living tops concerns for 78% of voters, while Democrats show greater enthusiasm and hold an advantage in the House race.
Economy
Dollar falls abroad as stock markets await US elections
The DXY index hit a one-month low as investors monitor the US congressional race and global rate decisions.
Politics
US Voters Head to the Polls in Midterms Amid Inflation and Economy Pessimism
Persistent inflation and high interest rates weigh on the mood of American voters on the eve of an election that renews Congress and could deal a defeat to Donald Trump's administration.
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Polls show Democratic gains in swing states for US Senate control
New surveys show Democratic candidates ahead in Republican strongholds like Texas and Kansas, driven by voter dissatisfaction with the economy and President Donald Trump's administration.
Economy
Copom decision and US elections drive the economic week
Analysts predict an interruption in the interest rate cut cycle in Brazil, while the market awaits earnings reports from companies such as Itaú and Magazine Luiza.
Politics
Michigan Democrat Haley Stevens endorses Republican Mike Rogers in Senate race
The unexpected endorsement by a high-profile Democratic congresswoman two days before the midterm elections intensifies internal party divisions in a battleground state crucial for control of the US Senate.
Politics
Judge dismisses Trump administration lawsuit over Alaska Senate election
The court ruling prevents the federal government from blocking the certification of the election and marks another setback in efforts to expand federal oversight of state elections.
Economy
Trump Pledges $15 billion to Farmers Ahead of Midterm Elections
The package aims to offset diesel and fertilizer costs in key agricultural states where Republican control of Congress faces threats in the elections set for November 3, 2026.
Politics
US Elections: Democratic Party faces identity crisis ahead of vote
Midterm elections test Democratic strength in Congress and expose a deep internal divide between the centrist wing and left-wing reformers.
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Democrats edge past Republicans in polls two days before US elections
More than 53 million voters have already cast ballots in early voting, while the election outcome will determine the composition of the House of Representatives and one-third of the US Senate.
Politics
US Midterm Elections Mobilize 36 million Latino Voters
With the economy and immigration at the center of concerns, the Latino electorate could be decisive in determining the balance of power in the US Congress in the November 3 elections.
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Democratic outsiders seek to flip US Senate seats
Polls show leads for some progressive candidates in Maine and Texas, while the Florida race tests the influence of the party's left wing.
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US Midterm Elections Feature Crucial Battles for Senate Control
The Democratic Party needs a net gain of four seats to retake control of the chamber, in races marked by unusual profiles and historically divided states.
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Early voting in US midterm elections hits record high
With nearly 48 million votes already cast, the country surpasses the 2022 mark, though experts warn that the Democratic lead in early voting does not guarantee the final outcome.
Economy
B3-listed companies lose R$ 963 billion in market value following elections
The 16.94% weekly decline wiped out nearly all gains accumulated by the Brazilian stock market throughout 2026, reflecting uncertainty over the next government's economic and fiscal policies.
Politics
Lula won in small and large cities; Flávio Bolsonaro led in medium ones
The president recorded his largest percentage advance between rounds in large urban centers, where he won 7.83 percentage points more than in the first election, totaling 19.4 million votes.
Politics
Israeli elections: Netanyahu block falls short of majority to form government
Likud won 27 of the 120 seats in Parliament, while the opposition alliance led by Gadi Eisenkot secured a total of 48 seats, opening the door to weeks of negotiations.
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Trump and Obama ramp up campaigns in final stretch of US elections
The election results will determine control of the US Congress for the next two years, amid a tight race with over 36.4 million early votes cast.
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Trump avoids backing Flávio Bolsonaro's claim of being the 'true president'
The senator, who arrived in Miami after leaving Brazil, alleges electoral fraud without evidence and thanked Trump and Javier Milei for helping him leave the country.
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PL and allies acknowledge Lula's victory as government reports 10 deaths of supporters
The Liberal Party and allies such as Tarcísio de Freitas acknowledged the election results, while the federal government reported ten murders of PT supporters amid celebrations.
Economy
Fed keeps US interest rates between 3.75% and 4% ahead of congressional elections
The US central bank's decision on Wednesday comes amid inflationary pressure and impacts Brazil by sustaining the appeal of US bonds and driving exchange rate pressures.
Politics
Flávio Bolsonaro arrives in Miami after leaving Brazil and defying Supreme Court order
The defeated presidential election senator landed in Florida on a private jet after entering Argentina by land, defying a court order to surrender his passports.
Economy
JPMorgan downgrades homebuilders and malls post-election, picks new favorites
The bank upgraded Cury, Direcional, and Tenda, betting on the resilience of the Minha Casa Minha Vida program amid rising interest rates and currency depreciation.
Politics
Flávio Bolsonaro enters Argentina and takes private flight to Ecuador
The senator, who had passports canceled by Supreme Court order after an electoral defeat, left Brazil with his family and traveled on a Baires Fly S.A. aircraft.
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Trump says he will respect US midterms result if vote is honest
The US president stated he will accept the election scheduled for November 3, as polls indicate a risk of Republicans losing control of Congress.
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Dino orders Federal Police to investigate suspected foreign interference in elections
Supreme Court justice orders probe into potential foreign funding and algorithm use in Flávio Bolsonaro's campaign, alongside alleged negotiations involving strategic Brazilian minerals.
Politics
Israeli elections: Netanyahu fights to hold power in Gaza war vote
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces former military chief Gadi Eisenkot at the polls in a tight race that could reshape Israel's political future and stability.
Economy
Financial markets react to Lula's victory with surging dollar and plunging Ibovespa
Following the presidential election, the US dollar recorded its largest daily gain in 23 years, while the Ibovespa suffered its steepest drop since 2020 amid fiscal policy uncertainties.
Politics
Israel holds general elections amid deep political polarization
With the Yashar party leading polls, forming a new government will depend on complex coalitions as the electoral deadlock impacts military operations.
Politics
Israel held parliamentary elections to determine Knesset composition
About 7.3 million Israeli voters cast their ballots on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, to choose the 120 members of parliament, in an election marked by uncertainty over forming a majority coalition.
Politics
Flávio Bolsonaro prepares legal action against Lula's ticket after election defeat
The senator seeks the revocation of the re-elected ticket, alleging abuse of political and economic power, while abandoning the strategy of requesting the annulment of the election for now.