LIVE, midterms 2026: Ted Cruz worries about Democratic mobilization and fears a defeat in Texas

Republican Senator Ted Cruz warns that Texas could lose all state elections due to increased Democratic voter mobilization ahead of the November 3 midterms. A federal appeals court rejected Trump's attempt to block ballots from 20,000 California voters, emphasizing the risk of disenfranchising legitimate voters. Meanwhile, Michael Bloomberg has pledged an additional $36 million to support Democratic campaigns, aiming to strengthen their position in competitive districts. Trump, who previously criticized mail-in voting, now encourages Republicans in Montana to vote by mail. In Michigan, Democratic Representative Haley Stevens demands apologies from Abdul El-Sayed over his stance on Israel before a joint appearance.