How Maine voters feel about the high-stakes Senate electionThe state is both fired up by this big race and exhausted by its avalanche of ads.PBS NewsHour3d agoWhole story →Government
Should AIPAC Register as a Foreign Agent? Zeteo Examines Pro-Israel Lobby's Influence on ElectionsThe growing controversy over AIPAC’s impact on U.S. politics is the subject of a new Zeteo documentary titled Night Flower: Inside AIPAC’s Fight for Influence . The film examines AIPAC’s history and its role in shaping U.S. policy toward Israel, and questions whether its activities warrant further scrutiny under the Foreign Agents Registration Act, or…Democracy Now!3d agoWhole story →SecurityGovernment
Mehdi Hasan on AIPAC's Role in El-Sayed vs. Rogers Race in Michigan & Trump's Targeting of Ilhan OmarOne of the most closely watched races in the midterm elections is in Michigan between Democrat Abdul El-Sayed and Republican Mike Rogers. El-Sayed is a former public health official who is campaigning on a platform of Medicare for All, ending military aid to Israel, and getting corporate money out of politics. Rogers is a former Republican congressman…Democracy Now!3d agoWhole story →SecurityGovernment
Judge Restricts D.H.S. Field Operations Aimed at Unearthing Voter FraudThe ruling largely blocked homeland security agents from carrying out field interviews in nine states, including California, as part of a sprawling effort to find noncitizens registered to vote.The New York Times3d agoWhole story →GovernmentJusticevoter fraud investigation ruling
Judge Blocks Error-Riddled Effort by Trump DHS to Crack Down on Vanishingly Rare Voting by NoncitizensA federal judge in California ruled late Wednesday that the US Department of Homeland Security has violated the Voting Rights Act by sending agents door-to-door and demanding information from people about their immigration status and whether they've voted in recent elections—part of President Donald Trump's perennial effort to prove the baseless claim…Common Dreams3d agoWhole story →SecurityGovernment
Obama rallies Detroit voters in final push for Michigan democratsFormer president tells Detroit crowd Michigan’s election could be a ‘course correction’ as he urges support for Abdul El-Sayed, Jocelyn Benson and Democrats down the ballot.WDIV ClickOnDetroit9h agoWhole story →Government
Brazil faces a tense Lula vs Bolsonaro runoff with US influence over Latin America at stakeBrazilians are choosing between President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Flávio Bolsonaro in a polarizing presidential election. The vote will determine if the U.S. expands its influence in the region. Polls show a close race. Lula is a left-of-center veteran facing Bolsonaro, who is an ally of President Donald Trump and the son of former President Jair…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution8h agoWhole story →SecurityGovernmentDonald Trump
Introducing a New Way to Understand the Election: Times Voter TrendsA timely demographic story we’ve never been able to tell before.The New York Times7h agoWhole story →Government
Trump casts his midterm ballot early in FloridaPresident Donald Trump has cast his ballot in the midterm elections, voting for all Republicans in Florida before speaking at a Georgia rally. Trump and first lady Melania Trump arrived at their West Palm Beach polling location together Saturday after Trump spent the morning at his nearby golf course. Trump has endorsed Republican Rep. Byron Donalds, who…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution7h agoSources (4)Whole story →GovernmentDonald TrumpMike CollinsAshley Moody
Ten days that could shake the world: democratic norms at stake in four pivotal electionsBrazil, Israel, Serbia and the US are holding elections within the space of 10 days. Will the authoritarian right cement its global gains, or can pro-democracy forces make a comeback? Four elections on four continents within 10 days could profoundly reshape global politics, propelling the world further along its current authoritarian trajectory or…The Guardian6h agoWhole story →SecurityGovernment
Jeffries says House Democrats reaching to flip Trump districts in attempt to repeat their 2018 sweepHouse Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries says his party is on track to win back control of the House. In a call with reporters on Sunday, Jeffries said Democrats can overcome a fundraising disadvantage and reach deep into conservative areas to flip congressional districts President Donald Trump won just two years ago. It's similar to what happened in 2018…The Atlanta Journal-Constitution20d agoSources (2)Whole story →GovernmentDonald Trumphouse control election prospects
Jeffries says Democrats are poised to win the House majorityHouse Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries conducts a news conference at the U.S. Capitol on Sept. 17.Roll Call21d agoWhole story →Governmenthouse majority election
Can House Democrats stay unified? It may be up to Hakeem JeffriesRepublican infighting dragged down House Speaker Mike Johnson. On the verge of power, can Democrat Hakeem Jeffries avoid the same fate?USA TODAY22d agoWhole story →GovernmentMike Johnsonhouse leadership transition
Hakeem Jeffries will visit Bucks County to boost Bob Harvie as battle for the gavel descends on PennsylvaniaThe Democratic leader's Saturday event in Bucks County comes just days after House Speaker Mike Johnson visited the swing county and other key Pa. congressional districts.The Philadelphia Inquirer16d agoWhole story →GovernmentMike Johnsonpennsylvania midterm elections
Jeffries Likes Democrats' Chances in Race for the House as He Campaigns in OhioTOLEDO, Ohio (AP) — House Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries said Sunday the election climate is holding firm for Democrats as he campaigned for Rep. Marcy Kaptur in a heavily contested Ohio congressional district that is crucial for majority control of the House.U.S. News & World Report6d agoSources (2)Whole story →GovernmentMarcy Kapturhouse election campaign
Hakeem Jeffries Launches Final Midterm Sprint for House MajorityThe minority leader plans to kick off campaigning in a Hudson Valley, New York, district that is one of the most competitive in the country.The New York Times3d agoWhole story →Governmentmidterm elections
Hakeem Jeffries backs rigid guardrails for AIHouse Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, told USA TODAY “time is of the essence” to act on AI guardrails after the Hugging Face attack.USA TODAY24d agoWhole story →PlanetTechnologyai regulation debate
GOP Rep. Cline: 'I Think Hakeem Jeffries Is in TroubleTuesday, on Fox Business Network's "Mornings," Rep. Ben Cline (R-VA) said House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries' (D-NY) future as leader of House Democrats was "in trouble." | ClipsBreitbart News Network2mo agoWhole story →GovernmentBen Clinehouse leadership speculation
