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We meet the Democratic candidate challenging James Uthmeier for the role of Florida’s top cop. -
From MAHA to resilience to affordable healthcare, former House Speaker and Northeast Florida lawmaker Paul Renner offers his vision for governor. -
A former Republican turned Democratic candidate hopes to be Florida’s next governor. -
Three health care CEOs warn of impacts ahead of a City Council vote to cut spending on health programs.
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Charlie Riedel/APDemocrats are announcing a new investment to win over voters in rural areas — where the party has suffered deep losses in recent elections — by leaning on an economic message. -
Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene is resigning after a break with President Trump made a primary fight inevitable, says Georgia Public Broadcasting reporter Sarah Kallis.
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Depending on the timing, a Supreme Court ruling that weakens Voting Rights Act protections against racial discrimination may lead to more states redrawing congressional maps before the 2026 midterms. -
In a political podcast space dominated by men and displeasure with the Democratic Party, the two women behind the I've Had It show have seen viral success. -
The Supreme Court will hear a case that could decide whether states can count postmarked mail ballots that arrive after Election Day — something that about 20 states and territories currently allow. -
In the summer, Texas drew new lines to help the GOP win in the midterm elections. California countered this week. The Republicans might have an edge in the redistricting battle as it spreads nationally. -
The Atlantic journalist David A. Graham describes how Trump could potentially use troops near polling places, pressure local election workers and have federal agents seize voting machines.
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New York City's CEOs and other billionaires spent more than $40 million trying to defeat the mayor-elect. Now they have to live with him. -
After Republicans lost big in Tuesday's elections, adding pressure to end the government shutdown, President Trump pushed changes to Senate rules to bypass the need for Democratic-votes. -
Democrats enjoyed major wins beyond just the marquee races, up and down the ballot — and across the country — continuing the party's momentum heading into the 2026 midterm elections. -
Rep. Mikie Sherrill, a former Navy pilot, says voters chose her to lead and address affordability at a time when many New Jersey residents feel challenged by the Trump administration. -
Democrats had a good night, winning major races including governor's races in Virginia and New Jersey and a redistricting ballot measure in California, while also confronting the future of the party.
