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US Elections
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 days ago

Trump signs order directing creation of a national voter list, a move sure to face legal challenges

President Trump signed an executive order to create a nationwide list of verified eligible voters, prompting expected legal challenges.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
US Elections

How an election conspiracy theorist has Trump's ear on voting laws and midterms

Peter Ticktin advocates for an emergency executive order to overhaul US voting rules, ending machine and mail-in voting.
US Elections
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 hours ago

Two dozen Democrat-led states sue Trump over mail-in ballot limits

Rights groups are challenging Trump's executive order limiting mail-in ballots, claiming it undermines voting access before the midterm elections.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Trump's order to limit mail-in voting: does he have the authority?

Donald Trump signed an executive order to restrict mail-in voting and create a national voter list, raising concerns about legality and voter suppression.
US Elections
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 days ago

Trump signs order directing creation of a national voter list, a move sure to face legal challenges

President Trump signed an executive order to create a nationwide list of verified eligible voters, prompting expected legal challenges.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

How an election conspiracy theorist has Trump's ear on voting laws and midterms

Peter Ticktin advocates for an emergency executive order to overhaul US voting rules, ending machine and mail-in voting.
Left-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
11 hours ago

Can You Name That Political Memoir? A Slate Quiz.

Political memoirs from current and former officials reflect personal experiences and ambitions, often blending blandness with moments of controversy and career revival.
Right-wing politics
fromJezebel
3 hours ago

New Poll Spells Doom for the GOP With Key 'Double Hater' Voters

Joe Rogan and Theo Von express confusion over U.S. military actions, highlighting a disconnect in political understanding among the public.
#trump-administration
fromLos Angeles Times
4 hours ago
Non-profit organizations

Trump's 2027 budget would cut billions from clean energy and climate programs while boosting military spending

fromwww.theguardian.com
23 hours ago
US politics

Trump news at a glance: president gives his loyal enforcer the boot

Donald Trump fired Pam Bondi as US attorney general, frustrated with her performance despite her loyalty and reshaping of the justice department.
US politics
fromWIRED
4 days ago

This Is How Trump Is Already Threatening the Midterms

The Trump administration is actively working to manipulate the midterm elections through rhetoric and proposed legislation.
Non-profit organizations
fromLos Angeles Times
4 hours ago

Trump's 2027 budget would cut billions from clean energy and climate programs while boosting military spending

Trump's 2027 budget proposal includes significant cuts to clean energy and environmental programs, aiming to eliminate funding for the 'green agenda.'
Washington DC
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Trump Gets Brutal News Flash: The White House Ain't Mar-A-Lago - Above the Law

Judge Richard Leon granted a preliminary injunction halting the Trump administration's East Wing demolition for a ballroom, emphasizing presidential limitations on national landmarks.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
9 hours ago

There's a Clear Pattern to Who Trump Throws Under the Bus

Pam Bondi's dismissal highlights a pattern of Trump administration women being ousted amid a backdrop of male Cabinet members remaining largely unscathed.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
23 hours ago

Trump news at a glance: president gives his loyal enforcer the boot

Donald Trump fired Pam Bondi as US attorney general, frustrated with her performance despite her loyalty and reshaping of the justice department.
US politics
fromWIRED
4 days ago

This Is How Trump Is Already Threatening the Midterms

The Trump administration is actively working to manipulate the midterm elections through rhetoric and proposed legislation.
SF politics
fromMission Local
4 hours ago

S.F. D2 supervisor candidates knock on doors hoping for different answers

District 2 residents' feelings of being listened to are central to the campaigns for supervisor between Stephen Sherrill and Lori Brooke.
fromPOLITICO
11 hours ago

Trump asks Congress to supersize military budget, slash domestic programs

The White House is seeking a 10 percent cut to nondefense spending, proposing a reduction of $73 billion from federal programs outside the military, targeting environmental initiatives.
Washington DC
#donald-trump
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 day ago

Trump asks weary public for patience over a war that will end shortly'

Donald Trump assured that the conflict with Iran is nearing its end and emphasized the achievement of military objectives.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
20 hours ago

Karoline Leavitt Claims Trump Is Always' the Most Well-Read Person in the Room'

Donald Trump is always the most informed person in any room, according to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Analyst astounded by how far Trump's approval rating has dropped: "There is no bottom" - LGBTQ Nation

Donald Trump's approval ratings have plummeted to historically low levels, with no signs of recovery.
US Elections
fromTruthout
2 days ago

Trump Order Gives US Postal Service Unprecedented Control Over Mail Voting

Donald Trump signed an executive order enhancing U.S. Postal Service oversight on mail-in voting, aiming to ensure voter integrity ahead of elections.
World news
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 day ago

Trump asks weary public for patience over a war that will end shortly'

Donald Trump assured that the conflict with Iran is nearing its end and emphasized the achievement of military objectives.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
20 hours ago

Karoline Leavitt Claims Trump Is Always' the Most Well-Read Person in the Room'

Donald Trump is always the most informed person in any room, according to White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
3 days ago

Analyst astounded by how far Trump's approval rating has dropped: "There is no bottom" - LGBTQ Nation

Donald Trump's approval ratings have plummeted to historically low levels, with no signs of recovery.
US Elections
fromTruthout
2 days ago

Trump Order Gives US Postal Service Unprecedented Control Over Mail Voting

Donald Trump signed an executive order enhancing U.S. Postal Service oversight on mail-in voting, aiming to ensure voter integrity ahead of elections.
World politics
fromemptywheel
1 day ago

Trump's Cliff Notes - emptywheel

Trump's speech indicated a significant shift in military strategy towards Iran, emphasizing a potential escalation in conflict and its implications for global markets.
#social-media
Digital life
fromAxios
3 days ago

Super scrollers sour on democracy: poll

Heavy social media use correlates with lower support for democracy and increased acceptance of subjective facts and political violence.
Digital life
fromAxios
3 days ago

Super scrollers sour on democracy: poll

Heavy social media use correlates with lower support for democracy and increased acceptance of subjective facts and political violence.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Your Party to focus local election efforts on backing independent candidates

Your Party is targeting urban areas with large Muslim populations to support independent candidates and community groups against Labour.
Law
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Lawyers Warned Top Democratic PAC They May Have Misled Congress' on Illegal Foreign Donations Explosive NYT Report Reveals

ActBlue may have misled Congress about its foreign donation screening, raising legal risks and potential criminal liability.
California
fromABC30 Fresno
2 days ago

LIVE: California gubernatorial candidate forum being held at Fresno State

The California gubernatorial race features candidate forums focusing on affordability, rural issues, job creation, immigration, and agriculture.
Media industry
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Fox News Has a Growing Trump Iran War Problem: How to Cover an Unpopular Populist

Fox News faces challenges as Trump's approval ratings drop amid the Iran war, complicating its historically successful business model.
Podcast
fromThe New Yorker
6 days ago

A Mamdani Strategist's Advice for Democrats in the 2026 Midterms

Embracing outsider candidates and addressing economic issues is crucial for the Democratic Party to achieve a historic majority in the 2026 midterms.
#california
fromKqed
1 hour ago
US Elections

California Sues to Block Trump's Order on Vote-by-Mail | KQED

US Elections
fromKqed
1 hour ago

California Sues to Block Trump's Order on Vote-by-Mail | KQED

California Attorney General Rob Bonta filed a lawsuit against Trump's executive order on vote-by-mail oversight by the Postal Service.
US Elections
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

A messy California governor's race raises Democratic fears of potential loss

Democrats in California face unprecedented uncertainty in the gubernatorial race, risking their long-held control amid voter dissatisfaction.
#trump
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago
Left-wing politics

Trump Booster Miranda Devine Warns President His Wartime Poll Numbers Are Looking a Lot Like' Biden's

US Elections
fromNewsOne
2 days ago

Trump's Election Order Is A Sign Of Open Rebellion Against The Country

Trump's executive order on elections undermines free elections and seeks to control voter eligibility and data.
US Elections
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

Donald Trump's Approval Rating Is Tanking. Unfortunately, That Doesn't Mean What You Think It Does.

Donald Trump's approval ratings have fallen below 40 percent for the first time in his second term, largely due to the Iran war and economic issues.
US politics
fromPOLITICO
1 day ago

Republicans aren't rushing to save Trump's ballroom

Idaho Republicans face a decision on funding Trump's ballroom renovation amid political tensions and potential delays.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Trump Booster Miranda Devine Warns President His Wartime Poll Numbers Are Looking a Lot Like' Biden's

Trump's poll numbers are declining similarly to Biden's after the Afghanistan withdrawal.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Trump Reportedly Asking His Cabinet About Replacing Tulsi Gabbard

President Trump is frustrated with Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard, considering her removal due to her stance on the Iran war.
US Elections
fromNewsOne
2 days ago

Trump's Election Order Is A Sign Of Open Rebellion Against The Country

Trump's executive order on elections undermines free elections and seeks to control voter eligibility and data.
US Elections
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

Donald Trump's Approval Rating Is Tanking. Unfortunately, That Doesn't Mean What You Think It Does.

Donald Trump's approval ratings have fallen below 40 percent for the first time in his second term, largely due to the Iran war and economic issues.
US politics
fromPOLITICO
1 day ago

Republicans aren't rushing to save Trump's ballroom

Idaho Republicans face a decision on funding Trump's ballroom renovation amid political tensions and potential delays.
#democratic-party
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Atrociously Awful!' Harry Enten Marvels at Democrats' Dismal Feelings About Their Own Party

Approval for Democratic leadership has significantly declined among voters, indicating dissatisfaction with priorities and potential challenges ahead.
SF politics
fromFortune
3 days ago

Democrats in disarray as rank and file clash with Chuck Schumer's plan to run elderly moderates in must-win races | Fortune

Democrats are divided over strategy, with some supporting establishment candidates while others back insurgent candidates in response to recent electoral frustrations.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Atrociously Awful!' Harry Enten Marvels at Democrats' Dismal Feelings About Their Own Party

Approval for Democratic leadership has significantly declined among voters, indicating dissatisfaction with priorities and potential challenges ahead.
SF politics
fromFortune
3 days ago

Democrats in disarray as rank and file clash with Chuck Schumer's plan to run elderly moderates in must-win races | Fortune

Democrats are divided over strategy, with some supporting establishment candidates while others back insurgent candidates in response to recent electoral frustrations.
#elections
SF politics
fromPadailypost
2 days ago

Candidate for elections officer was confused about party he joined

Jim Irizarry mistakenly registered with the American Independent Party for over 10 years, later changing to the Democratic Party.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
3 days ago

Candidate defends party registration

Jim Irizarry claims he mistakenly registered with a far-right party, while opponent David Canepa argues it was intentional and questions Irizarry's qualifications.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
2 days ago

Candidate for elections officer was confused about party he joined

Jim Irizarry mistakenly registered with the American Independent Party for over 10 years, later changing to the Democratic Party.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
3 days ago

Candidate defends party registration

Jim Irizarry claims he mistakenly registered with a far-right party, while opponent David Canepa argues it was intentional and questions Irizarry's qualifications.
#supreme-court
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago
Right-wing politics

Supreme Court hears challenge to birthright citizenship as Trump attends arguments

fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago
Right-wing politics

Supreme Court hears challenge to birthright citizenship as Trump attends arguments

fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Trump makes case for Iran war. And, SCOTUS leans toward upholding birthright citizenship

Trump stated that the war has been a military success and he expects U.S. forces to leave the country in a few weeks, emphasizing the need for allies to reopen the Strait of Hormuz for oil access.
US news
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Can Trump pull the US out of Nato and why is he considering it?

Trump is considering withdrawing the US from NATO, which would significantly impact Western security established post-World War II.
fromwww.mediaite.com
8 hours ago

Rachel Maddow Reveals What She Would Ask Trump if She Ever Got to Interview Him

Maddow stated, 'I am very disinterested in him as a person.' She emphasized that she does not have an interest in his opinions or in putting him on camera.
US Elections
SF politics
fromMission Local
2 days ago

At S.F. congressional debate, candidates go on the attack

Candidates for San Francisco's congressional seat highlighted their differences in approach to legislation and political strategy during a heated debate.
Right-wing politics
fromJezebel
2 days ago

Splinter: Rahm Emanuel's Run for President Is Proof that Centrist Dems Are Beyond Cooked

Third Way centrism is failing, with Rahm Emanuel as a poor choice for 2028, alienating younger voters and misrepresenting Democratic values.
#election-law
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Election Law Expert Tells Dan Abrams Trump's Mail-in Voting Executive Order Is Dead on Arrival

Trump's executive order on mail-in voting is unlikely to withstand legal challenges due to constitutional limits on executive power.
US Elections
fromIntelligencer
2 days ago

Trump's Order Restricting Mail Voting Is Blatantly Unconstitutional

Trump's executive orders on election administration violate the U.S. Constitution's provisions regarding state control over elections.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Election Law Expert Tells Dan Abrams Trump's Mail-in Voting Executive Order Is Dead on Arrival

Trump's executive order on mail-in voting is unlikely to withstand legal challenges due to constitutional limits on executive power.
US Elections
fromIntelligencer
2 days ago

Trump's Order Restricting Mail Voting Is Blatantly Unconstitutional

Trump's executive orders on election administration violate the U.S. Constitution's provisions regarding state control over elections.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
16 hours ago

As DOJ prepares to share state voter data with DHS, a key privacy officer resigns

The DOJ is acquiring sensitive voter registration data, raising privacy concerns, as a key privacy officer resigns amid ongoing legal challenges.
Left-wing politics
fromDefector
3 days ago

This Election Is Too Darn Important To Be Left To Merciful Salad Eaters | Defector

Democratic politicians gain legitimacy by being disliked by younger, more progressive individuals, reflecting a flawed political analysis in legacy media.
#california-politics
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Anti-regulation Democrats? Top takeaways from governor's race forum in Fresno

California gubernatorial candidates emphasize the need to roll back restrictions affecting farmers and address rural community concerns.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Commentary: Is California really going to elect a Republican governor? Is there a Democratic Plan B?

California's Democratic primary faces risks of splintering support, potentially allowing Republicans to advance in the election.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Anti-regulation Democrats? Top takeaways from governor's race forum in Fresno

California gubernatorial candidates emphasize the need to roll back restrictions affecting farmers and address rural community concerns.
SF politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Commentary: Is California really going to elect a Republican governor? Is there a Democratic Plan B?

California's Democratic primary faces risks of splintering support, potentially allowing Republicans to advance in the election.
Right-wing politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
4 days ago

Democrats accuse Dem Senate candidate of being a GOP plant over his past support for the president - LGBTQ Nation

William Forbes is accused of being a Republican plant in Nebraska's Democratic Senate primary to divide the liberal vote.
#voter-eligibility
US Elections
fromPBS News
3 days ago

WATCH: Trump signs executive order to create national list of eligible voters

President Trump signed an executive order to create a nationwide list of verified eligible voters, aiming to restrict voting ahead of midterm elections.
fromNextgov.com
2 days ago
US politics

Trump's goal to create state-by-state citizenship lists isn't feasible, experts say

Trump's executive order aims to create citizenship lists for voter eligibility verification, but experts warn it may disenfranchise eligible voters and is likely unconstitutional.
US Elections
fromPBS News
3 days ago

WATCH: Trump signs executive order to create national list of eligible voters

President Trump signed an executive order to create a nationwide list of verified eligible voters, aiming to restrict voting ahead of midterm elections.
US politics
fromNextgov.com
2 days ago

Trump's goal to create state-by-state citizenship lists isn't feasible, experts say

Trump's executive order aims to create citizenship lists for voter eligibility verification, but experts warn it may disenfranchise eligible voters and is likely unconstitutional.
#trump-approval-rating
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Fox's Jessica Tarlov Rattles off Trump's Brutal New Poll Numbers: That Is Unsustainable'

Donald Trump's approval rating has dropped to 31%, his lowest ever, amid rising disapproval and economic concerns related to the Iran war.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Five Alarm Fire': Devastating New Poll Shows Trump's Approval Cratering to 33%

President Trump's approval rating has dropped to 33%, the lowest of his second term, amid concerns over inflation and military actions.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Fox's Jessica Tarlov Rattles off Trump's Brutal New Poll Numbers: That Is Unsustainable'

Donald Trump's approval rating has dropped to 31%, his lowest ever, amid rising disapproval and economic concerns related to the Iran war.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Five Alarm Fire': Devastating New Poll Shows Trump's Approval Cratering to 33%

President Trump's approval rating has dropped to 33%, the lowest of his second term, amid concerns over inflation and military actions.
US politics
fromGothamist
2 days ago

Democrats lead in NJ special election ahead of debate. Here's what to watch for.

Democrat Analilia Mejia leads in early voting against Republican Joe Hathaway ahead of their debate for a New Jersey congressional seat.
Right-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

Independents of America Unite!

Independents now comprise 45% of American adults, outnumbering Republicans and Democrats individually, yet lack unified strategy and organization to achieve electoral success.
US Elections
fromNextgov.com
3 days ago

Trump signs executive order setting rules for mail-in voting and eligibility lists

Trump signed an executive order to implement stricter mail-in voting rules and create a list of eligible U.S. voters.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Running to the Exits!' CNN Data Guru Accuses Republicans of Retiring to Avoid Midterm Bloodbath

House Republicans are retiring in large numbers, indicating they anticipate significant electoral challenges this fall.
fromwww.dw.com
2 days ago

US Supreme Court debates citizenship, with rare Trump visit

Sauer argued to the court that 'unrestricted birthright citizenship contradicts the practice of the overwhelming majority of modern nations' and 'demeans the priceless and profound gift of American citizenship.'
US Elections
US politics
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Dems Scold Trump For Not Stealing Money Sooner - Above the Law

American airports face severe staffing shortages due to unpaid TSA agents, leading to long security lines and flight delays.
Humor
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

I Will Be Your Next President

A leader prioritizes personal downtime, staged appearances, curt media interactions, and performative empathy while delegating substantive crisis management to aides.
US politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
6 days ago

Political expert declares "the Trump presidency is over" - LGBTQ Nation

The Trump presidency is perceived as over due to rising dissatisfaction with his economic handling and reality distortion.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
6 days ago

This Democracy Expert is Warning that ICE at the Airports is Absolutely a Dry Run for the Midterms

The United States is experiencing a rapid decline in democratic norms and institutions, with significant threats to upcoming elections.
US Elections
fromFortune
2 days ago

Congress has a lower approval rating than Hitler in some polls. And we just keep voting for the same 2 parties | Fortune

The Commission on Presidential Debates was created by the two major parties to limit competition from third-party candidates.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

Chris Jansing Confronts Jasmine Crockett with Bad Dem Poll

Congressional approval ratings are low, with both parties facing disapproval as incumbents risk losing their positions in upcoming elections.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Top Democrats Reportedly Grapple With Fraught' Question: Should 2028 Nominee Be a Straight White Guy?

Top Democrats are considering a straight, white, Christian man as their next presidential nominee for 2028 due to electoral biases.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

New Poll Shows Trump Losing Big With GOP's Most Loyal Voting Bloc

Trump's approval ratings have significantly declined among key voter demographics, particularly the 18-29 age group, amid economic concerns related to the war in Iran.
US Elections
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

National UMass survey has bad news for Trump

33% of Americans approve of Trump's performance, with significant disapproval driven by economic concerns, foreign policy, and immigration.
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago

CNN Twists the Knife on Trump Using His Own Rants on Gas Prices

CNN's Manu Raju pointed out that Donald Trump frequently touted low gas prices during his presidency, but when prices rose under Biden, he shifted to attacking the current administration. Raju stated, 'And the person who liked to talk about it a lot was none other than Donald J. Trump.'
US Elections
US Elections
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

The Silicon Valley congressional race is getting ugly | TechCrunch

The CA-17 race is intensifying with Ro Khanna facing challenges from Ethan Agarwal, who has a controversial legal history.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 days ago

Senator Torpedoes Key Trump Talking Point With Simple Question

Sen. Chris Van Hollen challenges President Trump's claims about negotiations with Iran, asserting they are misleading and not indicative of real progress.
US Elections
from48 hills
4 days ago

Massive No Kings events show Trump is in trouble-but what comes next? - 48 hills

Massive protests across the U.S. demand the removal of Trump, highlighting wealth inequality and the influence of the super-rich on democracy.
US Elections
fromIntelligencer
5 days ago

Democrats Could Win a Majority of Governorships In 2026

Partisan control of state governments significantly impacts federal elections, with both parties aiming for gubernatorial victories in the upcoming elections.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

I've spent a decade fighting Trump. Here are six lessons I've learned | Saul Austerlitz

Grassroots activism has grown significantly in response to political challenges, emphasizing daily engagement and community mobilization against authoritarianism.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

What can we expect in American politics in 2026?

Democrats will gain electoral opportunities from right-wing fractures, backlash against anti-transgender attacks, Trump's policy fallout, and rising younger, LGBTQ-supportive Democratic leaders.
US politics
fromAxios
1 month ago

Ex-Biden officials keep him at a distance in their 2026 campaigns

Many Democratic candidates are distancing themselves from Biden on campaign materials because his unpopularity could hurt their chances in swing districts and future 2028 prospects.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Opinion: The year's new political fault lines are already forming

The death of Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old mother and U.S. citizen who was shot and killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in Minneapolis on Wednesday, has the potential to shake the political landscape in ways reminiscent of George Floyd's killing in 2020. The Trump administration initially claimed Good weaponized her vehicle in an act of domestic terrorism, an account that appears to be contradicted by video evidence.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

A Stark Warning About the 2026 Election, with Robert Kagan

Listen and subscribe: Apple | Spotify | Google | Wherever You Listen to receive our twice-weekly News & Politics newsletter. The Washington Roundtable is joined by Robert Kagan, a historian and senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, for a conversation about the pressures facing American democracy, the security of elections, and how these domestic tensions interact with the collapse of international norms.
US politics
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