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Daily political news from Massachusetts
The News Desk follows the daily political news in Massachusetts, from campaign developments to government decisions, sourced from public records and reporting.
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A proposed voting change has prompted debate over whether Republican candidates could compete more effectively in Massachusetts.
Race preview · MA
The Nov. 3, 2026, general election field includes Lori Trahan, Kevin Ades, Gaige Ms. Clark and Gary J. Grossi.
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Massachusetts voters will choose a governor, a U.S. senator, nine U.S. representatives and other statewide officials on Nov. 3.
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Anne Brensley, joined by Carlos Cesar and Pastor Manny Silva, announced an initiative seeking Portuguese-language ballots across Massachusetts.
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Healey’s proposal would temporarily suspend the Massachusetts gas tax as an economy and jobs measure.
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A proposed resolution would expand disclosure requirements for Boston police surveillance tools and the companies that operate them.
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House Bill 5595 removes the state’s 24-week abortion limit, hospital requirement for later procedures and multiple-physician approval process.
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The Massachusetts governor has proposed improving health care after childbirth following the Lindsay Clancy trial.
Candidate profile · MA
Republican Gavin Solomon is one of 10 candidates listed in Massachusetts’ contested 2026 U.S. Senate general election.
Candidate profile · MA
Nathan Alexander Bech is a Republican candidate in Massachusetts’ contested 2026 election for the U.S. Senate.
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A WBUR roundup collects Massachusetts primary results across congressional and State House races in one place.
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The incumbent senator defeated Rep. Seth Moulton in a contest shaped by debate over generational change in Democratic leadership.
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Massachusetts Sen. Ed Markey faces Rep. Seth Moulton in a primary contest for a U.S. Senate nomination.