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Republican seeking to implicate Abdul El-Sayed over 9/11 voted twice against benefits for first responders
Michigan Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers twice voted against 9/11 first responder benefits, even as he recently criticized his Democratic opponent’s statements about the 2001 attacks.
US supreme court again rejects Missouri maps drawn to boost Republicans in midterms
The U.S. Supreme Court rejected efforts to implement Republican-drawn congressional maps in Missouri ahead of midterm elections, leaving the state to use older district lines for November’s vote.
Democratic socialist clinches Rhode Island nomination amid party victories
David Morales, a 27-year-old democratic socialist endorsed by Bernie Sanders, won Rhode Island’s Democratic primary for Providence mayor, defeating incumbent Brett Smiley in the latest progressive victory across U.S. cities.
Steve Hilton vows to abolish California DMV if elected governor
Trump-backed California gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton pledged to abolish the state DMV if elected, proposing to implement a flat $73 annual vehicle registration fee and convert DMV offices into after-school facilities.
James Talarico accuses Ken Paxton of ‘ignoring’ Epstein survivors
Democratic candidate James Talarico accused Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton of refusing to meet with Jeffrey Epstein abuse survivors, as Democrats intensify pressure on Republicans ahead of midterm elections.
The first midterm primaries of 2026, by the numbers
Texas held the nation’s first major midterm primaries this week, with the Republican Senate race headed to a runoff and voting issues affecting the Democratic contest. Multiple House races also advanced to runoffs amid record spending.
Where big spending won – and lost – in the Illinois primary
Illinois Democrats selected five new congressional nominees in open seats during an expensive primary season marked by approximately $125 million in total spending across competitive races.
Supreme Court grants Republican emergency appeal on TV ad rates before midterms
The Supreme Court halted a lower-court ruling that would have required political parties to pay full price for TV campaign ads, allowing Republicans cheaper broadcast rates ahead of midterm elections.
Judge clears a lawsuit against Kyrsten Sinema under North Carolina’s ‘homewrecker’ law
A federal judge ruled that former U.S. Senator Kyrsten Sinema can be sued in North Carolina under the state’s “alienation of affection” law over her relationship with a member of her security detail.
Republican midterm convention will be ‘Trumpist pageantry’ – at the party’s own risk
Republicans hold their first midterm convention this week in Dallas, featuring President Trump as the keynote speaker, though the event’s ability to boost GOP turnout faces questions amid Trump’s declining approval ratings.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Rhode Island’s state primary
Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee faces a competitive Democratic primary challenge Wednesday against Helena Buonanno Foulkes, a former CVS executive, in his bid for a second full term.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in New Hampshire’s state primary
New Hampshire holds primary elections Tuesday for a U.S. Senate seat and other offices that could influence control of Congress during President Trump’s final term.
Legal veterans lead fightback against Trump’s ‘full-out assault on democracy’
Legal advocacy groups led by veteran lawyers and former judges have escalated court challenges against Trump’s executive orders on voting and elections, citing constitutional concerns about federal overreach into state-controlled election processes.
Giuliani says Mamdani should skip 9/11 ceremony during rant against Islam
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani confirmed he will attend 9/11 memorial ceremonies despite former Mayor Rudy Giuliani’s weekend remarks suggesting the Muslim leader should not participate in the remembrance.
Tuesday’s takeaways: No clear direction for Wisconsin Democrats
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley narrowly defeated a democratic socialist challenger in Wisconsin’s Democratic primary, reflecting deeper party divisions between centrist and progressive wings heading into the general election.
Election takeaways: Donalds joins historic field and progressive scores upset victory in Florida
Progressive state lawmaker Angie Nixon defeated former National Security Council official Alex Vindman in Florida’s Democratic Senate primary, while Republican Rep. Byron Donalds won his party’s gubernatorial nomination.
ICE whistleblower warned of ‘unprecedented lowering of standards’ during hiring spree
An ICE whistleblower warned that the agency hired thousands of officers without completing required background checks during a rapid hiring surge, violating federal vetting standards and creating security risks.
Gloria Steinem lived to see a backlash against the strides she helped make for feminism
Gloria Steinem, a foundational figure in the modern feminist movement, died at age 92 on Wednesday, having witnessed a significant conservative backlash against reproductive rights and calls to embrace traditional gender roles.
New Hampshire’s GOP primary features two familiar names from the past, and voters are fine with that
New Hampshire Republicans are set to nominate either John Sununu or Scott Brown, both former senators, for U.S. Senate, bucking national anti-establishment trends by choosing familiar names over fresh faces.
More voters identifying as Democrats and not calling themselves Republican
A Gallup survey shows 49% of voters leaning Democratic compared to 39% Republican, a 10-point advantage marking Democrats’ largest lead since 2008.
A whiplash election year enters its final stretch as Trump holds wild cards
As the final midterm election of Trump’s presidency approaches, the political landscape remains volatile with numerous uncertainties—from tariffs and mail ballot restrictions to redistricting and cryptocurrency legislation—potentially shaping the race’s outcome.
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California Bill to Prevent Workplace Violence
Workplace violence is on the rise and has become the second leading cause of workplace fatalities in America. To attempt to address the issue head-on, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law Senate Bill No. 553 on September 20, 2023. This bill makes...
Washington State Works to Combat Rising Traffic Deaths
In recent years, Washington State has witnessed a troubling increase in traffic fatalities, prompting officials to implement measures to reduce the number of accidents and improve road safety. The state reported 750 traffic fatalities in 2022. Spokane county has seen...
5 Things to Know If You’ve Been Charged with a Firearms Crime
Whether you are a gun owner facing accusations of improper storage or usage or have been charged with a more serious crime, such as assault with a deadly weapon, it is essential to understand your rights and options. In addition to the criminal justice system,...
What’s Behind the Increase in Fatal Accidents?
The new statistics for automobile accident deaths are out and the news isn’t good. The country saw fatal accidents rise in 2022 when experts thought they might decrease. The pandemic in 2020 significantly skewed accident data, but experts believed the pattern that...