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Appeals court overturns right-wing influencer’s conviction for spreading 2016 election falsehoods
A federal appeals court has overturned a self-styled right-wing propagandist’s conviction for spreading falsehoods on social media in an effort to suppress Democratic turnout in the 2016 presidential election.
Trump floats federal takeover of New York City and Washington DC, amid mayoral election fears
Trump suggests taking over New York City and Washington
President Trump suggested a federal takeover of New York City and Washington, claiming a "tremendous power at the White House to run places when we have to."
Trump says he may take over governance of Washington, DC
Susan Collins' Re-Election Prospects Dim
Susan Collins of Maine voted last week against his One Big Beautiful Bill, a tax- and safety net-cuts behemoth, the President was atypically silent. That may be the biggest indicator of just how much danger Collins is in as she faces re-election in Maine in 2026.
Democrats hope Republicans just sealed their midterm election fates by voting for Trump’s ‘beautiful’ bill
As the House moved to pass the GOP's marquee bill, Democrats began testing out the attacks they hope will win them back Congress in 2026.
Voters favored casting early and mail ballots in last year’s presidential election, report shows
Casting mailed ballots remained popular among voters in last year’s presidential election, even as President Donald Trump has tried to undercut the process through a wide-ranging executive order.
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Washington County Election Commission prepares for 2026, welcomes new member
The Washington County Election Commission met to officially welcome its newest member and prepare for the next big election. While 2025 isn’t a major election year, officials said it’s still a crucial time to focus on planning, training and maintaining voter trust. New commissioner Alexis Ward said she’s ready to hit the ground running.