Will Hurricane Matthew impact the 2016 presidential election?

Such a "potentially catastrophic" event — as Scott deemed it Thursday — will likely affect many lives, but it could also play a role in the upcoming presidential contest between Clinton and Republican Donald Trump. A man rides his bicycle along the beach prior to the arrival of Hurricane Matthew in. read more

At least in Florida, it could have a major effect on voter registration which in turn could affect the outcome in the state. read more

Hurricane Matthew could potentially help Hillary Clinton's presidential campaign by pausing political media coverage at a time when the Democratic candidate maintains a slight lead in polls, experts said Thursday. read more