Missouri’s top election official rejected a referendum on congressional districts, sparking legal challenges and debate.
A man in Spokane, Wash., charged with arson for setting a wildfire; previously questioned in fire cases but not charged.
Washington state Sen. John Braun, eyeing a U.S. House seat, has taken significant funds from pharma and insurance firms, opposing bills aimed at reducing health care costs, raising concerns about his priorities amidst America’s growing affordability crisis.
Lawmakers in Mississippi are considering redrawing districts after a Supreme Court decision weakened minority voting rights.
Maryland voters will decide on a congressional map change to favor Democrats, amid Republican claims of a power grab.
In a tight 2026 Iowa Senate race, an ad by Ashley Hinson falsely portrays Josh Turek’s record, exaggerating his stance on issues like immigration and healthcare.
Vance Boelter faces state charges after pleading guilty in federal court for killing lawmakers and wounding others.
Supreme Court Justice Sotomayor denied halting a $656M judgment against Palestinian authorities in a terrorism lawsuit.
Twenty-five states sued the Trump administration over new tariffs, arguing they replace import taxes struck down.
Doug Ollivant’s campaign for Virginia’s 7th District has shared outdated maps misrepresenting district boundaries on social media since June 2026, impacting voter perception and campaign credibility.
A court case in South Africa challenges a law allowing land expropriation without compensation, citing constitutional issues.
Kansas Republicans aim to reclaim the governorship after eight years of Democratic rule, with competitive primaries.
