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Pro-Israel Providence Mayor Brett Smiley loses to progressive challenger
The winner, democratic socialist David Morales, supports a divestment measure that will be on the ballot in November.
Trump tries to energize his base by placing himself front and center: ‘I’m on the ballot’:
Trump spoke on the first night of the convention in Dallas, where he also promised — without specifics — that Americans would receive dividend checks if Republicans keep Congress.
Kentucky governor to headline Democratic rally
Gov. Andy Beshear, D-Kentucky, will headline a Democratic Party of Arkansas dinner on Oct. 1 at North Little Rock’s The Venue at Westwind. The “Ballots, Blue Jeans & BBQ” event...
NH Politics' Primary Math Problems: Dem Extremism, GOP Apathy
New Hampshire - NH Politics' Primary Math Problems: Dem Extremism, GOP Apathy - NH Journal - Politics
Oregon 2028 ballot measure aims to ban corporate campaign contributions
A 2010 U.S. Supreme Court ruling cleared the way for corporations, unions and other groups to spend unlimited money on politics.
Appeal is pending with SCOTUS over USPS mail voting dispute
The USPS rule requires state election offices to supply names and addresses of registered voters to USPS.
California, other states warn Supreme Court of 'chaos' if it lets USPS mail ballot rules stand
A federal judge has already halted the plan nationwide, but the Trump administration has asked the Supreme Court to revive it, arguing the federal government would be seriously harmed by voter fraud if it does not.
Ballots discounted for late postmarks surged in Washington and Oregon after Postal Service changes
The number of ballots rejected for late postmarks has soared in the vote-by-mail states of Washington and Oregon, according to newly released data highlighting concerns about recent changes in U.S. Postal Service operations ahead of this fall's pivotal midterm election.
Election Officials Grapple With Uncertainty as Supreme Court Considers Mail Ballot Plan
As they wait for word on whether the Trump administration’s new system to screen ballots can move forward, local officials say they are running out of time.
Supreme Court sets Sept. 30 arguments over validity of K-12, collegiate sports ballot measure
The Supreme Court will hear oral arguments in a lawsuit seeking to disqualify a ballot measure around sex-separate school sports requirements.
Lancaster County judge dismisses challenge to Nebraska K-12, collegiate sports ballot measure
A district court judge dismissed all objections Tuesday to a last-minute legal effort seeking to disqualify a ballot measure that would cement sex-separate school sports requirements in the Nebraska Constitution.
Campaign Notebook: Remarkable Turnout | Ballot Qs Guide
Campaign Notebook: Remarkable Turnout | Ballot Qs Guide | Galvin's Authority
Oregon Democrats seek to calm voters’ election uncertainties
Oregon Democrats express faith in the upcoming vote-by-mail election despite ongoing legal battles over President Donald Trump's attempt to restrict mail ballot delivery.
California voters can fix a flaw in the state's recall system
Proposition 5 on the November ballot would prevent a governor's replacement from taking office by winning just marginal support. It's the first step toward a badly needed overhaul.
From climate change to the economy to healthcare, NH voters seek solutions with their ballots
Scott Thompson, a retired mechanic from Epsom, usually doesn’t vote in midterm elections, but after a GOP candidate for state representative showed up at his door he decided to make plans to vote on Tuesday.
Lancaster County judge dismisses challenge to Nebraska K-12, collegiate sports ballot measure
A judge dismissed all objections to a ballot measure seeking to place sex-separate school sports requirements in the Nebraska Constitution.
Dahlstrom reverses course, will certify Taylor and Tagle for November ballot
Lt. Gov. Nancy Dahlstrom reversed her August 31 decision and will certify Treg Taylor and Jose Tagle after a preliminary review raised questions about financial disclosure recommendations.
Dunlap highlights high home heating oil prices in Maine
Dunlap, who faces former Republican Gov. Paul LePage on the Nov. 3 ballot, said Maine continues to be the state where more people rely on home heating oil than any other.
The Metro: An initiative wants to remove money from Michigan politics. Can it?
The Michiganders for Money Out of Politics measure is on the ballot this November. Sean McBrearty breaks down the proposal.
'The most expensive choice on the ballot': Sierra Club opposes 'devastating' Amendment 3
The proposal could take away money needed to deal with climate change.
Lancaster County judge hears challenge to Nebraska K-12, collegiate sports ballot measure
A Lincoln voter refiled a challenge this week to a ballot measure seeking to cement limits on public school sports participation to student-athletes’ sex at birth after the Nebraska Supreme Court declined to hear the lawsuit.
Judge Rules Green Party Candidate Accused of Being GOP Plant Can Be Kicked Off Ballot in PA-07
A Commonwealth Court judge ruled Friday afternoon that Andrew Tupone, a hopeful Green Party candidate in the 7th Congressional District, can be removed from the ballot despite collecting sufficient signatures to appear on it. Tupone, however, said he plans to appeal. “The establishment parties are fighting to keep me off…
New Hampshire voters pick midterm nominees as Sen. Shaheen's exit sparks scramble for key seats
New Hampshire primary voters are choosing candidates for Congress, governor and the 424-seat state Legislature on Tuesday, and incumbents aren’t the only familiar names on the ballot.
Harger: 5 things about WA's midterms, for people who blissfully ignored politics all summer
It's the day after Labor Day, and political prognosticators will tell you this is the time to start paying a bit more attention to the upcoming elections.
Will Angie Nixon drag down the entire Florida Democratic ticket?
Some Democrats see her energizing a largely untapped base of new voters, but Republicans are ready to use her as an anchor down ballot.
The 2026 midterm general election season is upon us. Here's what to watch
The week of Labor Day marks the unofficial kickoff of the general election season. President Trump's unpopularity and Democratic enthusiasm means control of Congress is on the ballot.
The 2026 midterm general election season is upon us. Here's what to watch
The week of Labor Day marks the unofficial kickoff of the general election season. President Trump's unpopularity and Democratic enthusiasm means control of Congress is on the ballot.
Trump wants voters to pretend he’s on the ballot. The Republican Party is going along for the ride
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is embracing his inner cowboy, seeking to gallop into this week's Republican convention in Dallas and save the midterm
Trump wants voters to pretend he’s on the ballot. The Republican Party is going along for the ride
President Donald Trump may try to channel the role of cowboy as he heads to the first-ever off-year Republican convention in Dallas beginning Wednesday | News-Talk 1380 WAOK
Trump wants voters to pretend he’s on the ballot. The Republican Party is going along for the ride
President Donald Trump may try to channel the role of cowboy as he heads to the first-ever off-year Republican convention in Dallas beginning Wednesday | WWJ Newsradio 950
Trump wants voters to pretend he’s on the ballot. The Republican Party is going along for the ride
President Donald Trump may try to channel the role of cowboy as he heads to the first-ever off-year Republican convention in Dallas beginning Wednesday.
Taylor back on the ballot after Dahlstrom reverses course
Alaska Lieutenant Governor Nancy Dahlstrom reversed her decision not to certify Treg Taylor for the November ballot. The move came after a Department of Law review raised questions about how
Alaska officials clarify ballot after Lt. Gov. Dahlstrom reversal
Alaska Lieutenant Governor Nancy Dahlstrom reversed her decision not to certify Treg Taylor and Jose Tagle for the November ballot. A Department of Law review found potential discrepancies in 91
Letters to the Editor: Constitutional amendment, state and local races
One reader discussed the constitutional amendment on the ballot this November. Another wrote in response to a student regarding local elections. And another discussed gubernatorial candidate Tom Tiffany, who serves as U.S. Rep. for the 7th Congressional District.
Kathy Hochul is trying to hold the center in a disruptive political age
The moderate New York governor is running for reelection and must help her down-ballot candidates win.
Why Anthony Edwards Could Be Ready for an MVP Season
The ballot skipped him last spring for a reason that had little to do with his game, and the roster around him was rebuilt in a way that could keep it from happening again.
Trump admin. makes another appeal to SCOTUS to allow mail ballot restrictions
The appeal marks the third time the administration has asked the high court to intervene.
Trump admin. makes another appeal to SCOTUS to allow mail ballot restrictions
The appeal marks the third time the administration has asked the high court to intervene.
Trump admin renews Supreme Court ask to let mail ballot rule to take effect ahead of midterms
President Donald Trump’s administration on Sunday again asked the Supreme Court to allow the US Postal Service plan for mail ballots to take effect immediately.
Trump administration asks Supreme Court to allow mail-in ballot restrictions to move forward for a third time
The Trump administration’s latest request to restrict mail-in ballots comes as North Carolina began sending mail ballots statewide last week.
Trump administration makes another appeal to the Supreme Court to allow mail ballot restrictions
The Trump administration is renewing its appeal to the Supreme Court after a federal judge blocked new restrictions on mail ballots ahead of the midterms.
Trump administration makes another appeal to Supreme Court to allow mail ballot restrictions
The filing came after U.S. District Court Judge Indira Talwani extended an order against the Postal Service enforcing President Donald Trump’s executive order for the November elections.
Trump administration makes another appeal to the Supreme Court to allow mail ballot restrictions
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration on Sunday renewed its appeal to the Supreme Court after a federal judge blocked new restrictions on mail ballots ahea
Trump administration makes another appeal to the Supreme Court to allow mail ballot restrictions
The Trump administration is renewing its appeal to the Supreme Court after a federal judge blocked new restrictions on mail ballots ahead of the midterms.
Trump administration makes another appeal to the Supreme Court to allow mail ballot restrictions
The Trump administration is renewing its appeal to the Supreme Court after a federal judge blocked new restrictions on mail ballots ahead of the midterms.
Early data suggests high voter turnout in Saxony-Anhalt election
High-stakes ballot sees votes cast by midday up over 50% on last election in eastern German state
Trump is running out of time as he tries to restrict mail voting
Two swing states are sending ballots, and other states plan to send theirs soon.
Election integrity is on the November ballot in key states
Trump's attempts to undermine democracy has elevated the importance of election oversight. Election deniers are on the ballot in Arizona, Nevada and Wisconsin and could cause mischief in 2028.
Pols & Politics: The push to defeat Massachusetts’ new abortion law
A new ballot committee has submitted a petition to suspend and repeal abortion legislation recently signed by Gov. Maura Healey, while a Labor Day rally in Boston is set for Monday morning.
Immigrant input not welcome in Oakland school board races, despite law
An Oakland leader’s removal from a ballot statement drives home how immigrants are excluded from school board politics, despite a measure allowing them to vote, columnist Joe Garofoli writes.
Treg Taylor is back in Alaska’s race for governor after election officials reverse decision
The former Alaska attorney general had previously been removed from the ballot for failing to follow the state’s financial disclosure laws.
Argument filed for Chino business license tax
Chino’s reformed business license tax structure is slated as “Measure F” on the ballot for the Nov. 3 election.
First midterm ballots mailed, federal roundups of wild horses
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Federal judge extends block on Trump order seeking to limit mail voting in the midterms
A federal judge on Friday extended her prohibition against the U.S. Postal Service implementing President Donald Trump’s executive order seeking to limit mail voting during the midterms, putting another major obstacle in the way of the administration as the first states begin sending out mail ballots.
Postal Service Internal Watchdog Opens Inquiry After Whistle-Blower’s Complaint
The Trump administration’s effort to screen mail-in ballots for the midterms is facing numerous challenges.
Judge again halts USPS mail ballot plan
A federal judge again Friday blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enacting President Trump's sweeping new mail ballot rules for the November election.
Lancaster County judge hears challenge to Nebraska K-12, collegiate sports ballot measure
A Lincoln voter refiled a challenge to a ballot measure seeking to cement limits on public school sports to student-athletes’ sex at birth.
Judge again blocks Trump’s effort to restrict voting by mail as ballots start going out
The move comes as the Trump administration is appealing a related order to the Supreme Court.
Judge Once Again Blocks Trump Administration’s Plans to Restrict Mail-In Ballots
The ruling arrived before the Supreme Court could decide whether to intervene but appeared certain to set off yet another round of appeals.
Federal judge extends block on mail ballot change for midterms
It's another major obstacle for the administration as the first states begin sending out mail ballots
Federal judge extends block on mail ballot change for midterms
It's another major obstacle for the administration as the first states begin sending out mail ballots
Homeland Security Dept. Asks for Inquiries Into Voting Machines
Critics of ballot-marking devices have claimed that hackers could manipulate digital codes on ballots. Election experts say the systems are safe to use.
Fact check: Would 'money out of politics' proposal live up to its name?
Opponents contend Michigan ballot Proposal 2 to get ‘money out of politics’ would do little to curb spending by out-of-state and dark money groups. Here are the facts.
Midterm mail ballots start to go to voters
North Carolina on Friday is scheduled to become the first state to widely distribute mail ballots for this year’s elections
Midterm mail ballots start to go to voters
North Carolina on Friday is scheduled to become the first state to widely distribute mail ballots for this year’s elections
Midterm mail ballots start to go to voters
North Carolina on Friday is scheduled to become the first state to widely distribute mail ballots for this year’s elections
Live updates: First mail ballots being sent amid challenge to Trump’s restrictions
Live updates and the latest news as the first mail ballots being sent amid challenge to Trump’s restrictions and Missouri and Maryland Democrats scored wins in state redistricting challenges.
State Board of Elections weighing rules as absentee ballots set to go out
Absentee ballots in this year's midterm elections are set to start going out in the mail Friday to overseas and military voters.
Michigan Supreme Court clears ballot measure restricting business political giving
The court said it was not persuaded to grant injunctive relief sought by a coalition of business groups and companies and Jim Holcomb of the Michigan Chamber of Commerce.
Michigan Supreme Court clears ballot measure restricting business political giving
The court said it was not persuaded to grant injunctive relief sought by a coalition of business groups and companies and Jim Holcomb of the Michigan Chamber of Commerce.
Trump again appeals to Supreme Court on mail voting restrictions as midterms loom
The Trump administration on Thursday asked the Supreme Court to reject an order by a federal judge that halts it from implementing a new rule regulating mail ballots, hours after being unable to tell that judge whether the computer system that would govern the entire project was operational yet.
Ballot initiative would base Nebraska school sports participation on biological sex
Nebraska voters will decide in November whether state law should determine who can play on sports teams in the state.
Maryland Supreme Court puts redistricting question back on ballot
The Supreme Court of Maryland issued its ruling just hours after hearing oral arguments for and against the proposed constitutional amendment.
Missouri Supreme Court rules new GOP-drawn map can’t be used for November election
The court said a referendum seeking to put the map up for a vote must be placed on the ballot, meaning the state’s elections this fall will take place under its old congressional lines.
Missouri Supreme Court puts referendum to overturn new congressional map on ballot
The Missouri Supreme Court ruled that the state's voters will decide the fate of a plan aimed at ousting Democratic Congressman Emanuel Cleaver II.
Missouri Supreme Court puts referendum to overturn new congressional map on ballot
The Missouri Supreme Court ruled that the state’s voters will decide the fate of a plan aimed at ousting Democratic Congressman Emanuel Cleaver.
DOJ asks Supreme Court to allow Trump’s USPS action on mail-in ballots to proceed ahead of midterm elections
The appeal came shortly before a federal judge was set to decide whether to issue an injunction blocking requirements dictating how mail-in ballots are sent.
Trump administration asks Supreme Court to allow mail-in ballot restrictions
The question of whether President Donald Trump’s restrictions can move forward in time for November’s midterm elections has been the subject of a dizzying legal battle in recent weeks.
Trump asks Supreme Court to OK sweeping changes for mail ballots
President Donald Trump’s administration asked the Supreme Court on Thursday to give the US Postal Service sweeping power to withhold delivery of mail ballots, setting up an extraordinary showdown over voting at the high court less than two months before the November midterm election.
Two Republican nominees for Kansas House withdraw from ballot due to health complications
A pair of Kansas House Republicans — Clarke Sanders and Cody Ward — decide not to seek election on the November ballot due to significant health challenges.
Federal judge considers whether to extend ban against U.S. Postal Service mail voting changes
U.S. District Court Judge Indira Talwani is deciding whether to extend her prohibition on the proposed regulation of mail ballots, an effort undertaken as part of an executive order by President Donald Trump.
What happens when a blue state votes on trans sports?
Four states have midterm ballot measures on the issue. Washington’s would go further than any law in the country.
Trump says midterms won't impact Iran war efforts: 'I'm not running'
President Donald Trump said the looming November midterms won't affect his commitment to the Iran war ‒ noting that he's not on the ballot.
USPS Is Building a Mail-In Ballot Screening System Despite Legal Battles Over Trump Order
Election officials warn that the creation of a new online portal for states to upload voter information is already fueling confusion and could ultimately disenfranchise voters.
Mo. high court to decide if map referendum is on ballot
The court also heard an appeal over when petitioners may begin collecting signatures.
Not enough money, people or paper: Election officials say they can’t comply with Trump’s proposed mail ballot rules
Trump administration efforts to force change in the handling of election ballots may be facing a bigger hurdle than the cross-country court challenges and resistance: Election officials insist it is simply too late for them to even try to comply with the proposed rules.
Capped or graduated income tax rate? Colorado voters to decide
The proposal to create income tax tiers — which would replace Colorado’s flat rate — has been certified for the November general election ballot, setting the stage for a major showdown between two competing forces seeking to define the parameters of state revenue. Initiative No. 195, which would raise the tax obligations on higher-income earners, will […]
Should California backfill science funding Trump cut? Voters could decide in 2028
This story was originally published by CalMatters. Sign up for their newsletters. A California science bond measure to counter the Trump administration’s research cuts is back from the dead after state lawmakers and Gov. Gavin Newsom reached a deal last week to place the $7.5 billion request to voters on the March 2028 ballot. Senate […]
Whistleblower Raises Alarming Possibility About Mail Ballots
An unnamed federal official warned that the Postal Service’s moves to comply with a Trump executive order could “derail” the midterms.
USPS whistleblower warns new ballot system could fail
The whistleblower says the Postal Service built the system in weeks, far short of the time needed for a project of this complexity.
When a Nightmare Scenario Becomes the Most Likely Scenario
With 64 days before Election Day (although the first mail-in ballots will go out in a matter of days), Republicans should brace themselves: The three most plausible outcomes are that it will be bad, really bad, or truly horrible. Conversely, a Democrat should at least briefly consider that the good fortune they may have in November will come compliments of the president, not as a result of much that they have done.
Republicans’ midterm convention in Dallas is anything but conventional. Why is it happening?
Political science experts say it's a sign Republicans are concerned about how key races will play out, including in the decades-long GOP stronghold of Texas. They expect the convention's effects to be negligible in polls, but its impact at the ballot box is less certain.
Fresno’s hot political month: ballot fiasco, racial slur fallout, DA stabbed, recall Bredefeld?
Here’s your guide to Fresno's chaotic August in politics. Each story and topic explained from dueling tax measures to why a senior DA was stabbed at a campaign ad shoot.
Massachusetts politics | Voters head to polls for state primary today
Massachusetts’ primary election day is being held Tuesday as voters decide who will be on the ballot come November’s general election. One of the most high-profile races to watch is the contest between Democratic Sen. Ed Markey and Rep. Seth Moulton.
Whistle-Blower Says Trump Officials Are Defying Court Orders on Voting by Mail
A report detailed “grave concerns” that a new system being rushed into use by the U.S. Postal Service could imperil millions of mail ballots ahead of the midterm elections.
Whistleblower warns Postal Service's new mail ballot system has "potentially catastrophic problems"
Postal Service plans may keep voters from getting ballots, whistleblower says
An anonymous federal official warns that a rushed USPS portal tied to Trump’s mail-voting order could reject large batches of ballots before the midterms.
Whistleblower says USPS system Trump ordered for mail ballots is flawed and untested
An executive order from Trump, which is stymied in the courts, required the Postal Service to rapidly build a complex system to vet mail ballots.