Inside the Beltway
Melania Trump’s autobiography remains atop Amazon’s list of bestsellers
It is of note that incoming first lady Melania Trump's autobiography remains No. 1 on Amazon's "most sold" bestseller list. Her book -- which was published Oct. 8 by Skyhorse -- has also reached No. 1 in the categories of memoirs, political leader biographies and -- interestingly enough -- in traveler and explorer biographies.
Trump victory gives press scores of new headline fodder
Though the presidential election has come and gone, press coverage of the momentous event continues. The news media can't get enough. They continue to offer a spectrum of reactions to Donald Trump's victory in the national election on Tuesday -- a story that continues to evolve.
March for Life congratulates Trump, describes agenda for presidency
"We congratulate President Donald Trump on his victory in the 2024 Presidential Election. The defeat of Vice President Harris represents a clear rejection of the extreme abortion agenda that she placed at the center of her campaign," said Jeanne Mancini, president of March for Life.
Candidates who win are often the ones who most fear losing
"Deep inside, all candidates think about winning and losing -- but the latter is suppressed. This unleashes a lot of energy. It's also the time where candidates stop sleeping and campaign day and night. It's another way of dealing with the fear of losing that you don't want to leave any stone unturned," campaign consultant Louis Perron said in a written statement shared with Inside the Beltway.
Early vote count: More than 80 million cast by Monday afternoon
Election Day is finally here, the polls are open and the news media are in frantic mode. There's a little serenity around, though. Millions of Americans already have cast their votes early by mail or in person -- and likely glad that they did.
Election Day is Tuesday, but winner might not be known Tuesday
"Election Day is Tuesday, Nov. 5 -- but that doesn't mean we'll know who won the election on that date. With each passing election, more and more Americans are casting mail-in ballots, which take longer to count than in-person votes because they need to be opened and verified. That means that finding out the winner on election night may be a thing of the past," advises ABC News in a brief analysis.
Poll shows public jittery about the election, both parties equally so
The presidential election is right around the corner. This event has not put the nation in a very good mood.
Buzz Aldrin backing Donald Trump for president
Buzz Aldrin -- the NASA hero who took the world's first successful spacewalk and set foot on the moon in 1969 -- has endorsed former President Donald Trump's quest for the White House.
Those ‘I voted’ stickers now have their own bobblehead
Bobbleheads -- those nodding figurines of noteworthy people -- have expanded into politics. Here's the official "I Voted" sticker bobble. The familiar red, white and blue lapel symbols are now available in jiggling 2-inch and 4-inch versions from the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame in Milwaukee.
Mitre provides update on space race for the next president
The White House should not overlook the complex opportunities and challenge of space now and in the future, according to a new "Presidential Transition: Priority Topic Memo" released by Mitre, a nonprofit group established in 1958 and focused on national security, aerospace, artificial intelligence and more.
Anuzis tells conservatives to vote, warns that ‘every vote matters’
"Vote. Yes, it's time. Vote and get your family and friends to vote. As conservatives, more than most people, we realize that elections have consequences," advises Saul Anuzis, former chairman of the Michigan Republican Party and current president of 60 Plus Association, a seniors-advocacy group.
Trump keeps up pace in last stretch before election
So the countdown continues on the presidential election, now just days away and looming large on the calendar. As is his habit, former president Donald Trump is on the road and eager to reach out to voters. He begins his journey at a voter rally in Traverse City, Michigan, on Friday followed by rallies in Novi, Michigan and State College, Pennsylvania, on Saturday.
‘Stable uncertainty’: Election season barely changed, but voters want a break
"Presidential election polling this fall can best be characterized as stable uncertainty," said Patrick Murray, director of the Monmouth University Polling Institute. "Major events like an assassination attempt [on former President Donald Trump] and a high-profile debate barely caused the needle to stutter. Shifts of a single point can be consequential to the outcome but are beyond the ability of most polls to capture with any precision. The bottom line is this race is a toss-up and has been since August."
Musk stays steadfast, does more than merely endorse
"Unlike most celebrity endorsements which end with a few supportive words on social media and perhaps some appearances on friendly cable news networks, Musk has devoted significant time and energy to making the case for Trump directly to voters," Ohio-based political consultant Shane Harris wrote in an essay for the Association of Mature American Citizens.
Waltz book dispenses wisdom based on his service as a Green Beret
A new book of note is arriving Tuesday from a notable lawmaker. Rep. Mike Waltz, Florida Republican, is a man with a personal story to share. That book is "Hard Truths: Think and Lead like a Green Beret," and it is being published by St. Martin's Press.
Babydog hits the campaign trail — accompanied by West Virginia’s Gov. Justice
Here's a campaign event of note, set for Monday in the great state of Pennsylvania and featuring a lovely and personable pooch. "Join West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice and Babydog for food and fellowship at a Team Trump Road Trip Event in Erie, Pennsylvania," the Trump campaign noted Sunday in the briefest of brief written notices.
Sanders rallies the troops for Harris in Pennsylvania, but issues warning
Sen. Bernie Sanders has reaffirmed his support for Vice President Kamala Harris and her quest to become president. The Vermont independent, who endorsed Ms. Harris in August, has followed up with a statement issued through Our Revolution, a grassroots political action organization he founded after the 2016 presidential election.
Noncitizen voting: ‘The only question is how many,’ editorial states
"Noncitizens will vote in November. The only question is how many," according to the editorial board of Issues & Insights, a news and opinion site.
The Greens speak out about Democratic attack ad against them
"Green Party leaders and members responded to an ad from the DNC targeting Green nominee Jill Stein, calling it a desperate collection of smears and myths," the Green Party said in a written statement released Tuesday.
Hispanic organizations unhappy with outreach from the two parties
A coalition of 15 Hispanic organizations has sent a letter of "deep disappointment" to both Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Whatley and Democratic National Committee Chairman Jaime Harrison.
