washingtonstatestandard.com media bias and reliability
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What washingtonstatestandard.com has been covering
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More than 34 million Americans have cast early ballots in the current midterm elections. This figure is on pace to surpass the early voting turnout of the 2022 midterms, according to data tracked by the UF Election Lab.
washingtonstatestandard.com reported it asEarly voting sets midterms record, breaking 2022 mark • Washington State Standard (opens washingtonstatestandard.com in a new tab)
On Tuesday, Americans vote in the 2026 midterms that will decide whether Republicans keep their narrow House majority and Senate seats. Trump faces low approval ratings, a war with Iran and a costly cost‑of‑living squeeze, while polls show 54% of his base would back him even if he loses.
washingtonstatestandard.com reported it asEarly voting sets midterms record, breaking 2022 mark • Washington State Standard (opens washingtonstatestandard.com in a new tab)
President Trump has called for Alaska Democratic Senate candidate Mary Peltola to be removed from the ballot, alleging election fraud after reports surfaced of her campaign's alleged involvement in recruiting a candidate with the same name as her opponent, Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan.
washingtonstatestandard.com reported it asTrump calls for Peltola to be criminally charged, removed from Alaska’s U.S. Senate race • Washington State Standard (opens washingtonstatestandard.com in a new tab)
US news outlets will announce midterm election winners before all votes are tallied, using data from the Associated Press or Decision Desk HQ. These providers use vote counts, statistical analysis, and modeling to project outcomes, though past race calls have been retracted.
washingtonstatestandard.com reported it asWhere are the tightest races for US House control right now? Here’s the rundown. (opens washingtonstatestandard.com in a new tab)
President Donald Trump's efforts to gain control over election processes are leading to legal challenges. These cases could escalate to the U.S. Supreme Court, examining the boundaries of federal power in elections.
washingtonstatestandard.com reported it asCourts to decide fate of Trump’s latest push to control voting as Election Day nears • Washington State Standard (opens washingtonstatestandard.com in a new tab)
More than 34 million Americans have cast early ballots in the current midterm elections. This figure is on pace to surpass the early voting turnout of the 2022 midterms, according to data tracked by the UF Election Lab.
washingtonstatestandard.com reported it asEarly voting surges in midterm elections as millions cast their ballots • Washington State Standard (opens washingtonstatestandard.com in a new tab)
A federal judge has temporarily blocked the Department of Homeland Security from conducting field operations to identify noncitizen voters in nine states. The order cites concerns that the department's efforts rely on flawed data that may include U.S. citizens.
washingtonstatestandard.com reported it asJudge blocks Homeland Security from conducting election-related sweeps in 9 states • Washington State Standard (opens washingtonstatestandard.com in a new tab)
Democrats and allied groups have filed a lawsuit against President Donald Trump and his administration. The suit, lodged in federal court in Washington D.C., accuses the administration of trying to interfere with the midterm elections and intimidate election officials.
washingtonstatestandard.com reported it asDems sue Trump, alleging election interference, as DOJ battles with California • Washington State Standard (opens washingtonstatestandard.com in a new tab)
President Donald Trump signed an executive order to promote women's health, establishing a new division within the National Institutes of Health and a specialized task force. Melania Trump spearheaded the initiative, which observers noted was accompanied by an apparent attempt to avoid a kiss from the President.
washingtonstatestandard.com reported it asTrump order sets up new women’s health research initiative at NIH, White House task force • Washington State Standard (opens washingtonstatestandard.com in a new tab)
Two states, Idaho and Missouri, will feature abortion-related ballot measures in the upcoming election. Campaigns are focusing on reaching Gen Z voters, a demographic that polling suggests may prioritize other issues.
washingtonstatestandard.com reported it as2 states, 2 abortion ballot measures, and the effort to win over Gen Z voters (opens washingtonstatestandard.com in a new tab)
A government report recommended that federal immigration officials ensure body cameras are uniformly activated when needed. Immigration and Customs Enforcement rejected this, citing privacy concerns with automatic activation. The report covered the period from February 2025 to September of this year.
washingtonstatestandard.com reported it asNonpartisan government watchdog recommends automated activation of ICE body cameras (opens washingtonstatestandard.com in a new tab)
A federal judge has ruled illegal the Trump administration's initiative to transfer sensitive voter data to the Department of Homeland Security. The decision, issued three weeks before Election Day, follows Justice Department actions pressuring states for this information.
washingtonstatestandard.com reported it asTrump pressed states for info on millions of voters in the midterms. It's mostly failed. • Washington State Standard (opens washingtonstatestandard.com in a new tab)
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused Russia of attacking energy facilities in Kyiv and the Kharkiv region immediately after US President Donald Trump announced an energy ceasefire. Trump made the announcement on his Truth Social platform, stating it would take effect immediately. Russia has not yet commented on the accusations.
washingtonstatestandard.com reported it asTrump heads West in latest swing to bolster GOP in rocky lead-up to midterms (opens washingtonstatestandard.com in a new tab)
Backlash against data centers has become a flashpoint in state and federal races, with candidates backtracking on previous support. Voters in at least three dozen communities will consider ballot measures to ban the facilities.
washingtonstatestandard.com reported it asData center backlash set to sway midterm elections • Washington State Standard (opens washingtonstatestandard.com in a new tab)
Voters are taking concerns about affordability to the polls in the midterm elections. Some are specifically blaming former President Donald Trump's tariffs for increased expenses, according to reports.
washingtonstatestandard.com reported it asVoters in midterm elections identify a culprit for rising cost of living: Trump’s tariffs (opens washingtonstatestandard.com in a new tab)
President Donald Trump announced the completion of automatic enrollment for all eligible children under 18 into "Trump Accounts." He stated the initiative aims to boost private ownership and counter socialist ideologies among young Americans.
washingtonstatestandard.com reported it asTrump auto-enrolls 10s of millions in child investment accounts • Washington State Standard (opens washingtonstatestandard.com in a new tab)
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order expanding access to tax-exempt red-dyed diesel for highway use. The move comes as diesel prices reached a record high and ahead of the November midterm elections.
washingtonstatestandard.com reported it asWith election pressure mounting, states move to suspend fuel taxes • Washington State Standard (opens washingtonstatestandard.com in a new tab)
Democrats have a chance to secure a majority of US governorships for the first time in 16 years. Republicans currently hold a slim 26-24 advantage, with 36 states electing governors in November.
washingtonstatestandard.com reported it asDemocrats could win majority of governor’s offices for first time in 16 years • Washington State Standard (opens washingtonstatestandard.com in a new tab)
A new KFF poll indicates voters trust Democrats more than Republicans to manage healthcare costs. Health care and gas prices are the leading economic concerns for voters ahead of the midterm elections.
washingtonstatestandard.com reported it asDemocrats more trusted on healthcare costs, survey shows • Washington State Standard (opens washingtonstatestandard.com in a new tab)
With fewer than 70 days until the U.S. midterm elections, Democrats are positioned to regain control of the House of Representatives. Republicans are contending with several challenges that are narrowing their path to retaining their majority.
washingtonstatestandard.com reported it asDelBene predicts US House Dems will gain majority control in midterms • Washington State Standard (opens washingtonstatestandard.com in a new tab)
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What we have seen ourselves
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- 63
- Reports listed
- 64
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- First seen
- 4 August 2026
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On 12 of those stories, outlets rated left were largely absent from the coverage and washingtonstatestandard.com ran the story anyway.
Across the 63 stories of ours where at least three of the reports we listed carried a time, another outlet was always ahead of washingtonstatestandard.com: its report arrived a median of 23 hours after the earliest one we logged.
Measured 7 November 2026. Last seen in a coverage list 7 November 2026. Ratings pulled 8 October 2026.
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