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Rhett Marques to run against Shomari Figures for Alabama House seat

Rhett Marques is set to challenge Shomari Figures for a House seat in Alabama after a Supreme Court decision allowed a new district map.

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South Carolina Republican Senate primary moves to runoff

Senator Darline Graham and Representative Ralph Norman advanced to a runoff in South Carolina's Republican Senate primary.

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Federal judge blocks U.S. Postal Service mail-in voting enforcement

A federal judge has blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing an executive order related to mail-in voting.

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Jerry Carl advances to general election for Alabama's 1st Congressional District

Jerry Carl has secured the GOP nomination for Alabama's 1st Congressional District, advancing to the general election.

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Ned Lamont wins Democratic primary to advance in Connecticut governor's race

Ned Lamont won the Democratic primary in Connecticut's governor race, advancing to the general election against Ryan Fazio.

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Cook Islands Prime Minister Discusses Recent Diplomatic Issues Ahead of Election

Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown addressed recent diplomatic tensions and deep-sea mining debates in an interview ahead of elections.

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Darline Graham competes in GOP primary for Senate seat

Darline Graham is competing in a GOP primary election to fill her late brother's Senate seat in South Carolina.

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Trump discusses potential national security emergency for midterm elections

President Trump suggested the possibility of declaring a national security emergency to federalize control over the midterm elections if certain legislation is not passed.

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Primaries held in South Carolina, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Connecticut, Vermont, and Alabama

Voters in several states participated in key primaries, including the selection of a candidate to replace the late Sen. Lindsey Graham in South Carolina.

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Trump reportedly used a catering truck during a plane swap related to Iran

Trump was reportedly involved in a deceptive situation regarding his location during a NATO summit, using a catering truck for a plane swap related to an Iran threat.

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Montana Democrat Alani Bankhead remains in Senate race

Alani Bankhead has decided to stay in the Senate race, potentially complicating the Independent candidate's chances against the Republican nominee.

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Federal judge blocks mail-in voting restrictions from executive order

A federal judge has blocked parts of President Trump's executive order aimed at tightening mail-in voting rules across all U.S. states.

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Senate GOP super PAC increases spending in Michigan

The Senate Leadership Fund is increasing its campaign spending in Michigan to target Democratic nominee Abdul El-Sayed.

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AI influences campaign strategies for political candidates

Political candidates are increasingly using artificial intelligence for campaign strategies, including creating deepfake ads and managing social media.

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AOC Comments on 'Woke' Reaction to Protests

AOC discussed the protests following George Floyd's murder, asserting that the criticism of 'woke' culture is misplaced and that centrist Democrats are the real issue.

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Texas Attorney General intervenes in surrogacy case for fetus with heart defect

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is intervening in a surrogacy case to ensure a fetus with a heart defect receives medical treatment after birth, despite the intended parents' objections.

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Alabama voters participate in special House primaries following redistricting

Alabama voters are participating in special primary elections following a Supreme Court decision affecting the Voting Rights Act.

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Lamont seeks third term in Connecticut gubernatorial primary

Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont is running for a third term and is expected to win the Democratic primary against state Rep. Josh Elliott.

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Minnesota holds gubernatorial primary to select next governor

Minnesota voters are participating in primaries to select the state's next governor.

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Minnesota voters participate in House primary elections

Minnesota voters are participating in House primary elections, including one open seat as Rep. Angie Craig runs for Senate.

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Vermont voters participate in gubernatorial primary election

Vermont voters are participating in the gubernatorial primary election, with incumbent Governor Phil Scott seeking reelection.

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Vermont voters select candidates for congressional seat

Vermont voters selected candidates for the state's at-large congressional seat, with Rep. Becca Balint running unopposed for the Democratic nomination and former statewide officeholders competing for the Republican nod.

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Wisconsin voters participate in governor's primary election

Voters in Wisconsin are participating in the Democratic primary to choose a candidate to succeed Governor Tony Evers, while Rep. Tom Tiffany faces no opposition in the Republican primary.

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Justice Department monitors primary elections in Minnesota counties

The Justice Department is monitoring polling sites in two Minnesota counties during the primary election to ensure compliance with voting rights laws.

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US Secret Service Uses Decoys to Protect Presidents from Threats

The U.S. Secret Service utilizes decoys and deception operations to enhance the security of presidential movements.

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Overview of Democratic primaries in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and other states

Democratic primaries are occurring in multiple states, showcasing divisions between left and center candidates.

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OMB lifts TikTok ban for government devices

The OMB has lifted the ban on TikTok for government devices, allowing employees to download the app.

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Attorneys General Sue Trump Administration Over Interest Rules for Homeowners

A group of Democratic state attorneys general has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration to challenge its proposal to eliminate state requirements for mortgage lenders to pay interest on escrow accounts.

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Cornyn expresses concerns over border wall construction in parks

Senator John Cornyn has raised concerns about the Trump administration's plan to build a border wall through Texas national and state parks, based on feedback from his constituents.

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Trump critiques Mamdani's proposed tax on second homes over $5 million

Trump criticized Mayor Mamdani's proposed tax on second homes over $5 million after a court temporarily halted its implementation.