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cnbc.compolitics1 hr agoUpdated
President Trump to Deliver Declassified Reports on 2020 Election in Thursday Speech
President Trump will deliver a national address Thursday at 9 PM on newly declassified intelligence about foreign interference in the 2020 election. The speech had been expected to cover other subjects before the focus shifted.
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news.sky.compolitics3 hrs ago
Court Bars Presidential Candidate From Visiting Father for 90 Days
A Brazilian Supreme Court justice issued an order preventing presidential candidate Flávio Bolsonaro from visiting his father for 90 days. The restriction covers the period before the first round of the October election.
dailyalert.orgworld5 hrs ago
Israelis Abroad Seek Plane Tickets for October Elections
Israel set an election date for October, prompting citizens living overseas to book flights home. Demand has increased for already limited seats on commercial routes.
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politics5 hrs ago
FBI Fires Two Analysts Who Questioned 2020 Georgia Election Probe
The FBI dismissed two analysts last week after they questioned the strength of evidence in a probe of 2020 ballots in Fulton County, Georgia. CBS News reported the firings followed a large-scale review ordered by the bureau.
jns.orgpolitics6 hrs ago
Outgoing Sen. Gary Peters endorses Rep. Haley Stevens in Michigan Democratic primary
Sen. Gary Peters ended his neutrality and backed Rep. Haley Stevens over Abdul El-Sayed in the Michigan Democratic primary for U.S. Senate. The endorsement comes days after a far-left candidate's campaign collapsed in Maine.
en.globes.co.ilpolitics7 hrs ago
Shin Bet Chief Supports Registration of Previously Disqualified Party After Review
David Zini told Israel's Supreme Court on Monday that he backs allowing a previously barred Kahanist party to register for Knesset elections. The statement diverges from prior Shin Bet assessments and other security officials. Haaretz reported the development.
Abc Newspolitics8 hrs ago
August primaries in Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota test Democratic candidates
Primaries scheduled for early August will select Democratic nominees for Senate seats in Michigan and Minnesota and the gubernatorial race in Wisconsin. The contests feature candidates with differing approaches to fundraising and policy priorities.
news.sky.compolitics10 hrs ago
Russian police detain opposition politician Boris Nadezhdin after he was barred from presidential and parliamentary ballots
Boris Nadezhdin was detained Monday morning in Dolgoprudny after announcing a run for September parliamentary elections. The BBC reported he had been labeled a foreign agent the prior week.
cnbc.compolitics10 hrs ago
President Trump Shares Video Calling for Deportation of New York Mayor Mamdani
President Trump on Sunday shared a 49-minute video posted July 4 by Michael Savage that names New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani for deportation. The video equates democratic socialist candidates with communists and urges their criminalization.
israelnationalnews.compolitics12 hrs ago
Likud Constitution Committee to Vote on Primary System Changes
The Likud Constitution Committee will vote Monday on proposed changes to the party's primary system. The changes would give the prime minister authority to select top positions on the party list for upcoming elections.
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gellerreport.compolitics12 hrs ago
Trump Says Voters Must Choose Between Communism and Patriotism at July 4 Event
President Donald Trump used anti-communist rhetoric during his Independence Day address and other recent events. The comments followed democratic socialist-backed primary wins in New York. Time reported the pattern of attacks heading into the November midterms.
Fox Newsworld12 hrs ago
Graham Platner Withdraws from Maine Senate Race
Graham Platner ended his campaign for the U.S. Senate seat in Maine on Friday after two former partners accused him of sexual misconduct. He won the Democratic primary last month and had led polls against Republican incumbent Susan Collins.
winnipegfreepress.compolitics14 hrs ago
Maine Democrats Tell Senate Leader to Stay Out of Primary
State party members are urging the top Senate Democrat to avoid involvement in the race to replace Graham Platner. Candidates have also criticized his leadership in Washington.
The Japan Timestechnology14 hrs ago
Japan Upper House Passes Bill Creating Disaster Management Agency and Legislation on Election Misinformation
Japan's Upper House approved legislation on July 13, 2026, to establish a new disaster management agency under the Cabinet. The measures also target election-related misinformation on social media.
Yonhapworld17 hrs ago
Jung Chung-rae Joins Five-Way Race for Democratic Party Leadership, Denies Presidential Ambitions
Jung Chung-rae declared his reelection bid for Democratic Party leader on July 13. He faces four challengers in the August 17 national convention. The winner will oversee candidate nominations for the 2028 parliamentary elections.
nypost.compolitics1 day ago
Trump Tells Rep. Norman He Needs a Week Before Deciding on Endorsement for Graham Senate Seat
Rep. Ralph Norman spoke with President Trump on Sunday about a potential endorsement in the special primary to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham. Trump responded by asking for a week to decide.
middleeasteye.networld1 day ago
Explosions Reported Near Bandar Abbas, Qeshm Island and Hajjiabad
Strikes hit sites near Bandar Abbas, Qeshm Island and Hajjiabad. Iran reported one death, two injuries and a 4,200MW drop in electricity supply. The attacks occurred as Israel prepares for October elections and regional leaders urged de-escalation.
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Euronewspolitics1 day agoUpdated
Israel's Parliament Schedules National Elections for October 27
The Knesset will end its term on July 17 without a dissolution law. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has declared he will run again.
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politics1 day ago
Democratic Candidate Poindexter Highlights Working-Class Background in Ohio House Race
Brian Poindexter, a 46-year-old union ironworker, is running to flip a Republican congressional seat in Ohio. The Atlantic reported that he and other Democratic candidates are highlighting working-class male backgrounds to appeal to voters.
Los Angeles Timespolitics1 day ago
Alaska Senate Ballot Will List Two Candidates Named Dan Sullivan
State officials will place both an incumbent Republican senator and an independent challenger named Dan Sullivan on the November ballot. The state Supreme Court reversed an earlier decision that had removed the challenger from the primary ballot.
politics1 day ago
Independent Seth Bodnar Enters Montana Senate Race, Trails Republican Nominee in Polls
Former University of Montana president Seth Bodnar is campaigning as an independent against Republican Kurt Alme and Democrat Alani Bankhead. Recent polls show Alme leading while Bodnar holds a fundraising edge and cross-party endorsements.
app.buzzsumo.comai1 day ago
AI Platforms Train Bots to Hold Personalized Political Text Conversations with Voters
Npr reported that AI tools are enabling campaigns to deploy bots that mimic candidates in text messages and gather voter data. Several companies described their systems as scalable volunteers that answer questions on issues like education and taxes. Experts noted faster adoption…
The Independentworld1 day ago
Paris Court Upholds Le Pen Conviction, Shortens Ban
The ruling allows Marine Le Pen to seek the French presidency in 2027 despite a shortened ban and requirement to wear an ankle bracelet. An Ifop poll shows her leading early first-round projections at 36 percent.
Newsweekpolitics1 day ago
217 Independent Candidates Seek U.S. House or Senate Seats in 2026
A Newsweek analysis identified 217 independent candidates contesting 153 congressional races. The candidates include 170 for the House and 47 for the Senate across 42 states and territories.
realitytea.compolitics1 day ago
Polls Show Rising Disapproval of Trump Among White Non-College Voters
A CBS News-YouGov poll in May found 54 percent of white non-college voters disapproved of President Trump's job performance, up from 32 percent in February 2025. Similar surveys from NPR/PBS/Marist, Fox News, and Reuters/Ipsos recorded disapproval rates between 48 and 51 percent…
politics2 days ago
Democratic House candidate addresses past comments on Black lawmakers
William Lawrence said his 2024 podcast remarks were taken out of context and regretted his wording. The comments resurfaced after publication by The Huffington Post on Saturday.
washingtonpost.comtechnology2 days ago
French Court Upholds Le Pen Conviction but Shortens Election Ban, Allowing Her Candidacy
Marine Le Pen extended her lead in a voter preference poll for France's April presidential election after appeal judges shortened a prior ban on her candidacy. The far-right candidate declared her run this week following the Paris court ruling.
jns.orgpolitics2 days ago
Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez to campaign with el Sayed in Michigan Senate primary
Sen. Bernie Sanders and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez will join Abdul el Sayed for campaign events in Michigan on July 18 and 19. The appearances come ahead of the Aug. 4 Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate seat being vacated by retiring Sen. Gary Peters.
New York Postpolitics2 days ago
Democrats Organize Pledge Supporting Capitalism and National Pride
Rep. Tom Suozzi and Rep. Adam Gray launched a "Promise to America" pledge after DSA-backed candidates defeated incumbents in recent primaries. The effort follows a Gallup poll showing declining support for capitalism among Americans.
politics2 days ago
Far-left candidates test whether economic focus outweighs past police funding comments
Some far-left candidates are emphasizing economic issues while downplaying earlier statements on police funding. Republicans have highlighted those past comments in campaign materials.
uctoday.compolitics2 days ago
Maine Democrats schedule July 25 convention to select Senate nominee
State party officials will hold a convention on July 25 to choose a replacement for the withdrawn candidate. Several Democrats who lost the recent gubernatorial primary have begun early fundraising and campaign efforts.
upi.compolitics2 days ago
President Trump Removes Two Election Assistance Commission Members
President Donald Trump removed the two Democratic members of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission on Thursday. The commission now has no sitting members after a Republican commissioner also resigned this week. The White House cited a recent Supreme Court ruling on presidential…
slate.compolitics2 days ago
Ségolène Royal Joins Socialist Primary Race Alongside Other Candidates
Ségolène Royal, the Socialist Party nominee in 2007, announced her candidacy for the October primary. Party members had approved the selection process days earlier. Raphaël Glucksmann has not declared publicly.
pbs.orgpolitics2 days ago
Georgia Poll by Steve Cortes Shows First Rebound for Trump This Year
A survey conducted by Steve Cortes finds President Donald Trump experiencing a material rebound in support in Georgia. The poll marks the first such increase this year in his extensive polling and indicates Jackson/Collins can win in the state.
New York Postpolitics2 days ago
New York City Mayor Mamdani Says Time to Close Platner Campaign Chapter
Mayor Zohran Mamdani stated Thursday that Graham Platner's Senate campaign should end. He had called for the candidate to drop out two days earlier.
israelnationalnews.compolitics2 days ago
Gadi Eisenkot Holds Campaign Event in Dimona Living Room
About 40 activists and residents attended a July 11 event at the home of his local campaign manager. Eisenkot spoke about his childhood and family experiences in southern Israel.
theconversation.compolitics2 days ago
Democratic Socialists Win Primaries in New York and Colorado
Democratic socialists won several Democratic primaries in New York and Colorado ahead of the midterm elections. Republicans have labeled the candidates communists while the candidates describe their platform as democratic decision-making over economic policy.
vanguardngr.compolitics2 days ago
Nigeria's APC Nominates Tinubu and Shettima for 2027 Presidential Ticket
The All Progressives Congress formally presented nomination forms for President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima on Friday in Abuja. The event ends months of speculation about possible changes to the party's presidential ticket.
politics3 days ago
Michigan Senate Candidate Claims AIPAC Will Spend Nearly $3.8 Million Against Him
Abdul El-Sayed accused the American Israel Public Affairs Committee of planning nearly $3.85 million in spending against his campaign. The comments came days before the August 4 Democratic primary against Rep. Haley Stevens.
BBC Newsworld3 days ago
Le Pen and Bardella Announce 2027 Presidential Ticket After Court Ends Office Ban but Orders Electronic Tag
Marine Le Pen said on July 7 she would run for president in 2027 and pair with Jordan Bardella. A Paris court had just ended her office ban while ordering an electronic tag for one year.
ndtv.compolitics3 days ago
President Trump Removes Remaining Democratic Members From Election Assistance Commission
President Trump removed the remaining Democratic members of the Election Assistance Commission. The action precedes the 2026 midterm elections. A Republican representative said he would not have taken the same step.
nbcnews.compolitics3 days ago
Volunteer with prior conviction resigns from Ohio Sen. Husted re-election campaign
A man previously jailed after accusations of sexual misconduct with a minor stepped down this week from a volunteer surrogate role. Sen. Jon Husted's campaign accepted the resignation.
Nbc Newspolitics3 days ago
Maine Democrat Jordan Wood says he would continue Graham Platner's ideas but reject his endorsement
Jordan Wood, a Maine Democrat running for Senate, stated he would advance the same policy ideas as Graham Platner while declining his endorsement. Wood described the movement as larger than any single individual.
abcnews.go.compolitics3 days ago
Democratic Socialists of America Urge Boycott of Morris Katz Over Maine Campaign
The Democratic Socialists of America circulated a letter with more than 500 signatures calling on members to stop working with adviser Morris Katz and his firm Fight Agency. The action targets his role in Graham Platner's failed U.S. Senate bid in Maine.
profootballtalk.nbcsports.compolitics3 days ago
Troy Jackson Files to Replace Platner as Maine Senate Nominee, Citing Shift on Abortion and Healthcare Rights
Troy Jackson filed paperwork with the Federal Election Commission to potentially replace Graham Platner in the Democratic U.S. Senate race in Maine. During a Thursday interview, Jackson addressed past votes on abortion and gay marriage after an independent voter said he would bac…
cnet.compolitics3 days ago
New York primary winner endorses candidate in Michigan Senate race
Brad Lander, who defeated an incumbent House Democrat in New York, endorsed Abdul el Sayed for the Democratic nomination in Michigan's Senate race. Lander cited shared policy positions on foreign policy and domestic priorities.
politics3 days ago
Ohio governor race rated toss-up after rating shift
The Cook Political Report changed its assessment of the Ohio governor's race from lean Republican to toss-up. The adjustment follows polling that shows the Democratic nominee holding a narrow lead or tie.
news.sky.comworld3 days agoUpdated
UK Police Review £500,000 in Reform UK Donations; Two People Interviewed
London's Metropolitan Police are examining at least £500,000 in donations made to Reform UK by Fiona Cottrell before the 2024 general election. The inquiry, launched in February 2025, examines alleged offences under election funding law.
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nbcnews.compolitics3 days ago
Democratic Senate Candidate Seeks Tax Filing Extension Past Primary
Abdul El-Sayed, a candidate in Michigan's Democratic primary for U.S. Senate, said he requested an extension for tax filings due to foreign property records. Opponent Rep. Haley Stevens questioned the timing during a debate.
channel4.comworld3 days ago
Palestinian Authority Sets Legislative Elections for November 28
The Palestinian Authority announced legislative elections for November 28, the first in 20 years. The decree covers East Jerusalem, the West Bank, and the Gaza Strip. Multiple logistical and political obstacles remain.
axios.compolitics3 days ago
White House Fires Three Election Assistance Commission Members
The White House terminated the three remaining members of the Election Assistance Commission on Thursday. The firings follow a Supreme Court ruling that overturned a 1935 precedent limiting presidential removal of independent agency officials.
kpbs.orgpolitics3 days ago
Federal judges issue conflicting rulings on DHS voter database access
Two U.S. district judges reached opposite conclusions on whether the Department of Homeland Security must maintain expanded access to the SAVE citizenship verification system for four states. One order blocked nationwide changes; the second directed restoration of features for Fl…
news.sky.compolitics3 days ago
Ann Widdecombe warned about Makerfield by-election before death at 78
Ann Widdecombe, 78, issued a warning about the Makerfield by-election during a June television appearance. Her management confirmed her death on 10 July. The former Conservative minister had joined Reform UK.
Los Angeles Timespolitics2 days agoUpdated
President Trump Removes Remaining Election Assistance Commission Members, Leaving All Seats Vacant
President Trump dismissed the remaining members of the U.S. Election Assistance Commission this week, leaving all four commissioner seats vacant four months before the November midterm elections. The agency distributes federal election security grants and maintains the national v…
politics3 days agoUpdated
Shah Enters Maine Senate Race; Duckworth Renews Criticism of His 2015 Illinois Veterans Home Response
Sen. Tammy Duckworth on Thursday accused Nirav Shah of placing public image concerns ahead of veteran safety during a 2015 outbreak at the Illinois Veterans Home in Quincy. Shah, a candidate in Maine's Senate race, called the renewed criticism dirty politics.
Fox Newspolitics4 days ago
DHS to Withhold Over $1 Billion in Grants From States Over Election Security Rules
The Department of Homeland Security will withhold more than $1 billion in homeland security preparedness grants from states that decline to adopt voter citizenship verification, manual audits and paper ballots. FEMA will distribute the funds only to participating states that meet…
jta.orgpolitics4 days ago
Israeli security agencies slow to address foreign election interference
State comptroller report finds Shin Bet began addressing online foreign influence only in January. National Security Council stopped work on the issue ahead of the general election.
Nbc Newspolitics3 days agoUpdated
Victor Marx projected to win Colorado Republican primary for governor
Decision Desk HQ called the race for Marx on Thursday night after he defeated state Sen. Barbara Kirkmeyer and state Rep. Scott Bottoms in the June 30 primary. Marx will face Democratic Attorney General Phil Weiser in November.
slate.compolitics4 days ago
Planned Parenthood Votes launches $47 million campaign targeting 2026 midterm races
Planned Parenthood Votes announced a $47 million effort on Thursday to make abortion a central issue in the 2026 midterm elections. The campaign targets Republican candidates in competitive House and Senate contests across multiple states.
Nbc Newspolitics4 days ago
Maine Democrats Face Tight Timeline to Replace Senate Candidate
Graham Platner suspended his campaign after misconduct allegations. The state party must confirm his withdrawal by July 13 and select a replacement by July 27 for the November election against Republican Senator Susan Collins.