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forward.comSouth Florida Democrat Will Not Seek Re-election in November
A South Florida Democrat has joined other House members who will not run again this fall. The decision adds to the list of lawmakers leaving Congress after the current term.
The Boston GlobeCalifornia Representative Seeks Federal Ban on Mid-Decade Redistricting
Rep. Kevin Kiley is pursuing legislation to prohibit mid-decade congressional redistricting while running in a newly drawn Sacramento-area district. The measure uses a discharge petition after House leadership declined to advance it.
yahoo.comTexas Republicans Discuss Low Turnout in Paxton-Talarico Race
Texas Republicans are examining whether reduced voter participation signals challenges ahead in the Paxton-Talarico contest. Party members met to review turnout data from recent events.
SemaforAtiku Abubakar Wins African Democratic Congress Nomination
Former Nigerian Vice President Atiku Abubakar secured his party's nomination to run against President Bola Tinubu in the January elections. He will represent the African Democratic Congress after receiving support from several opposition figures.
EuronewsColombians Vote Sunday in Presidential Election
Voters will choose a successor to President Gustavo Petro on May 31. The campaign has featured competition between the governing left and several right-leaning candidates.
The Boston GlobeSouth Carolina Senate Rejects Trump-Backed Redistricting Plan
The state Senate voted down a proposal to redraw congressional districts days before early voting began for the June 9 primary. Democrats are proceeding with scheduled fundraising events this weekend.
indianexpress.comEthiopia to Hold Nationwide Elections on June 1
More than 50.5 million voters are registered for Ethiopia’s first nationwide elections since the 2022 end of the Tigray war. The vote will fill all 547 seats in parliament.
Fox NewsDemocrats lead Republicans on generic ballot in recent poll
Recent surveys indicate Democrats maintain an advantage on the generic congressional ballot. The advantage comes as voters express frustration over prices and economic conditions. Analysts note uncertainty about the party's core identity.
NprReport: U.S. Voting Equipment Replacement Costs $2.71 Billion
A Bipartisan Policy Center study finds that without additional federal funding, machines meeting current federal security standards may not become standard until the 2040s. The report notes that the average voting machine will be 9.3 years old by the next presidential election.
crooksandliars.comPoll Shows Economic Message Faces Voter Challenge
A new POLITICO Poll finds limited resonance for the economic messaging ahead of midterm elections. The results highlight difficulties in linking cost-of-living concerns to electoral strategy.
Fox NewsPresident says he does not care about midterms
The president stated he does not care about the midterms. Actions including attacks on Republican candidates and redistricting efforts indicate otherwise. The statement came during a period of conflict with Iran.
indianexpress.comEthiopia Schedules National Election for June 1 2026
Ethiopia will hold its seventh national election on June 1, 2026. The vote occurs while Gulf states seek greater regional influence and while Ethiopia and Egypt continue to differ over Nile water use.
securityaffairs.coGerman Leftist Party Proposes Voting Rights After Five Years of Residency
A German political party has introduced legislation that would grant voting rights in local and state elections to non-citizens who have lived in the country for five years. The proposal targets residents without German citizenship.
indianexpress.comEthiopia Schedules National Election for June 1
Ethiopian authorities have set June 1 as the date for national elections. The vote will determine representation in federal and regional bodies.
foxnews.comLos Angeles Mayoral Candidate Spencer Pratt Gains in Polls
Spencer Pratt, a candidate in the upcoming Los Angeles mayoral election, has risen in recent polls. He has criticized Mayor Karen Bass over city governance and quality-of-life concerns.
america.cgtn.comMexico Considers Amendment to Annul Election Results Over Foreign Interference
Mexico is reviewing a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow election results to be annulled if foreign interference is found. The measure has drawn criticism over its potential effects on the electoral process.
WiredTexas Senate Candidate Faces Masculinity-Based Attacks in Campaign
Republican nominee Ken Paxton used nicknames and an advertisement questioning Democratic opponent James Talarico's testosterone levels. The claims reference past campaign statements on meat consumption and gender terminology.
thehindubusinessline.comPrediction Markets Show Shifts in Los Angeles Mayoral Primary
Betting markets indicate changes in probabilities for the June 2 primary. Incumbent odds have declined while one challenger has gained ground.
Abc NewsKen Paxton Wins Republican Primary for U.S. Senate
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton defeated incumbent John Cornyn in the Republican primary runoff for U.S. Senate. The win follows a Trump endorsement and sets up a November general election against Democratic nominee James Talarico.
Nbc NewsPresidential Candidates Face Rapid AI Developments Ahead of 2028
Technology is advancing faster than policy can be developed. Candidates from both parties will need to build frameworks for their approaches to AI.
rediff.comCalifornia Governor Signs Election Law Ahead of June Primary
The measure restricts law enforcement access to ballots and voter data without a court order. It takes effect immediately before Tuesday's statewide vote.
upi.comSouth Korea Begins Two-Day Early Voting for June 3 Local Elections
Early voting opened Friday for local elections and parliamentary by-elections scheduled for June 3. Voters can cast ballots at 3,571 polling stations nationwide through Saturday.
ibtimes.co.ukSinger announces October concert near Washington
Bruce Springsteen stated during a performance that he and other musicians will hold an event on October 3. The concert is scheduled at Merriweather Post Pavilion in Columbia, Maryland.
NprDiscussion examines accuracy of election polling on Trump voters
A segment from Decision Desk HQ addressed whether shy voters exist or whether polls have missed part of the electorate. The discussion focused on past elections involving President Trump and his supporters.
Fox NewsMichigan Governor Says She Will Not Run for President in 2028
Two-term Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer stated on Thursday that she will not seek the Democratic presidential nomination in 2028. The announcement ends speculation about her possible candidacy.
Washington ExaminerCalifornia Governor Endorses Los Angeles Mayor for Reelection
The governor endorsed the mayor four days before the June 2 election. A recent poll showed the mayor leading with 26 percent support.
alternet.orgMayor Considers Endorsing Democratic Socialist in House Primary
The mayor is evaluating support for a democratic socialist candidate running against Representative Adriano Espaillat in an Upper Manhattan congressional primary. The move would reverse an earlier pledge to back the incumbent.
NprPoll Finds One in Five Texas Latino Trump Voters Regret Choice
A survey of Texas Latino voters shows 20 percent of those who supported President Trump in 2024 would not vote for him again. The poll also recorded dissatisfaction with the country's direction and the president's job performance.
Washington ExaminerMichigan Governor Says She Will Not Run for President in 2028
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer stated she will not seek the Democratic nomination for president in 2028. She made the announcement during an interview with a local television station.
Washington ExaminerFlorida Democrat announces run in redrawn 25th District
Rep. Jared Moskowitz said Thursday he will seek the seat in Florida's newly drawn 25th congressional district. A state court upheld the map the day before his announcement.
Fox NewsPoll Shows Democratic Candidate Leading Republican Incumbent in Maine Senate Race
A University of New Hampshire survey conducted May 21-25 found the Democratic Senate candidate at 51 percent support among likely voters, with the Republican incumbent at 42 percent. Six percent of respondents were undecided. The poll has a margin of error of plus or minus 2.6 pe…
leftfootforward.orgPodcast discusses former prime minister's comments on party leadership
A weekly politics podcast examined a former prime minister's remarks on current leadership questions and upcoming local voting. The discussion also covered polling data for one constituency.
nypost.comMichigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer Says She Will Not Run for President in 2028
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer stated Thursday she will not seek the Democratic nomination for president in 2028. She plans to take time off after leaving office at the end of this year.
upi.comFederal Judge Declines to Block Trump Order on Mail-In Voting
U.S. District Judge Carl Nichols rejected a request to halt President Trump's March 31 executive order that directs federal agencies to compile citizenship lists and restrict mail ballot delivery. The ruling leaves the order in place for now while litigation continues in other co…
Washington ExaminerRep. Al Green loses Democratic primary runoff in Texas
Rep. Al Green was defeated Tuesday night by Rep. Christian Menefee in an incumbent-versus-incumbent runoff for the Democratic nomination. Green had been censured by the House in March 2025 after interrupting President Trump during a joint address to Congress.
Washington ExaminerIncumbent Senator Loses Primary to Challenger
An incumbent Republican senator lost a primary election to a state attorney general. The result leaves Senate leadership with another retiring member ahead of upcoming legislative votes.
France 24Ethiopian Ruling Party Holds Final Rally Ahead of General Elections
Ethiopians will vote in general elections within one week. Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's Prosperity Party conducted its final campaign rally before the vote.
France 24Ethiopia Opposition Party Calls for Nationwide Protest Before Monday Elections
An opposition party has urged a nationwide protest ahead of Ethiopia's general elections scheduled for Monday. The national election board has not approved the protest.
ibtimes.comDemocratic Odds in Maine Senate Race Fall on Prediction Markets
Betting markets lowered the implied probability that a Democrat will win Maine's U.S. Senate seat. Public polls still show the likely Democratic nominee ahead of the Republican incumbent.
The TimesRussia warns Armenia over EU ties and gas supplies
Russian officials stated that Armenia risks losing discounted natural gas if it continues pursuing closer ties with the European Union. The warning came ahead of parliamentary elections in the former Soviet republic.
theyeshivaworld.comRepublicans Lead Democrats by up to 10 Seats in Mid-Decade Redistricting
Republicans have altered U.S. House maps in six states, targeting 14 Democratic districts. Democrats gained six additional favorable seats through their own map changes.
WiredAuthorities Seize Ballots From Four States in Federal and Local Actions
Federal and local officials have seized or demanded ballots from elections in Georgia, Arizona, Michigan, and California so far this year. The actions involve ballots from 2020, 2024, and a 2025 redistricting vote.
NprTexas Senate Primary Results Set General Election Matchups
Democrats view several Republican-held Senate seats as competitive this fall. One race in Texas was finalized after primary voting this week.
propublica.orgWrite-in candidate launches pencil campaign for Oregon governor
J. Schuberth has started a write-in campaign using a pencil symbol to highlight Oregon's fourth-grade reading scores. State data show Oregon ranked last nationally on adjusted NAEP reading results even as education spending rose over the past decade.
foxnews.comTexas Republican Senate Primary Runoff Results Set November Ballot
Republican Sen. John Cornyn lost to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton in Tuesday's GOP primary runoff. Texas Democrats nominated state Rep. James Talarico for the November Senate race.
nypost.comJill Biden Says She Thought Husband Was Having Stroke During 2024 Debate
Former first lady Jill Biden told CBS News she feared Joe Biden was having a stroke while watching his June 2024 debate performance against Donald Trump. The interview, set to air Sunday, comes ahead of the release of her memoir.
NprTexas Democrat Maureen Galindo loses runoff election with 36 percent of vote
Maureen Galindo received 36 percent of the vote in Tuesday's runoff for a Texas congressional seat. Her opponent Johnny Garcia received 63.8 percent.
crooksandliars.comCongressional Candidate Discusses Campaign Approach on News Program
A Democratic candidate for Congress from New York described his campaign strategy during a television interview. The appearance covered multiple political topics including primary results and policy positions.
Washington ExaminerTexas Attorney General Wins Senate Primary Runoff
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton defeated four-term Sen. John Cornyn in the Republican Senate primary runoff on Tuesday. Washington Examiner healthcare reporter Gabrielle Etzel said Paxton’s investigations into food ingredients and clothing chemicals align with the Make America…
nypost.comPelosi criticizes Chakrabarti in San Francisco congressional race interview
Nancy Pelosi said she had never met candidate Saikat Chakrabarti and questioned his community involvement. The remarks came during a radio interview about the race to succeed her in Congress.
Sunrise Movement Endorses Saikat Chakrabarti in California Primary
The youth climate group announced its support for the former congressional aide in the race to succeed Nancy Pelosi. Chakrabarti faces two other Democratic candidates in the June primary for California's 11th District.
slate.comMaryland Man Remains on Voter Rolls After Guilty Plea in Citizenship Case
Ian Andre Roberts, who pleaded guilty to citizenship fraud three months ago, is still listed on Maryland voter rolls more than eight months after his arrest. The case involves a non-citizen who admitted the violation in court.
Oil Prices Drop More Than 5 Percent After Statements From Washington and Tehran
International and domestic crude benchmarks dropped more than 5 percent on Wednesday, marking the largest single-day decline in a month. The move followed statements from both U.S. and Iranian officials regarding shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
cnbc.comAlabama Asks Supreme Court to Allow 2023 Congressional Map for 2026 Midterms
Alabama filed an emergency application asking the Supreme Court to let the state use its 2023 congressional map in this year’s elections. A three-judge panel had blocked the map, ruling it intentionally discriminated against Black voters.
The New YorkerPaxton Defeats Cornyn in Texas Senate GOP Primary Runoff
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton defeated incumbent Senator John Cornyn in the Republican primary runoff. Paxton will face Democratic state Representative James Talarico in November.
crooksandliars.comRedistricting Effort Moves Millions of Americans Into New Congressional Districts
A redistricting push ahead of the November elections has placed millions of voters in new districts. The process continues in multiple states.
nbcnews.comCandidate Wins Texas Republican Runoff for Oil Regulator Seat
Bo French defeated his opponent in a Republican runoff election for a seat on a state board that oversees oil and gas regulation. The outcome gives Democrats an opening to contest the position in the general election.
Fox NewsColin Allred Wins Democratic Nomination in Texas 33rd District Runoff
Former Rep. Colin Allred defeated Rep. Julie Johnson in a Texas Democratic primary runoff for the newly drawn 33rd House district. Allred secured the nomination and is expected to return to Congress in the deep-blue seat.
Fox NewsTrump-Backed Air Force Veteran Wins GOP Runoff in Texas House District
Carlos de la Cruz defeated state lawmaker John Lujan in a Republican primary runoff for a newly redrawn congressional district stretching from Austin to San Antonio. The race drew national attention because of the candidate's family ties and the district's political shift.
Nbc NewsTexas Attorney General Wins GOP Senate Primary Runoff
The state attorney general defeated the incumbent senator by 28 points in Tuesday's Republican runoff. Senate leaders quickly endorsed the nominee and urged unity ahead of the November general election.