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News · US
Revoked White House access for several journalists has opened a First Amendment dispute after a difficult week of economic news for Trump.
News · US
The dates in the proposed congressional vote review are still ahead, so no lawmaker-by-lawmaker record can be compiled yet.
News · CA
The California laws seek to restrict law enforcement interference with ballots and election administration before November.
News · US
The three outlets’ specific responses remain unclear as press advocates, elected Democrats and media and political critics object.
News · US
The linked Federal Register page is an access notice, not an official record setting details for the 2026 recognition day.
News · AK
The August primary exposed practical problems with Alaska’s changed voting system before voters decide its future.
News · US
The president paired a Greenland deal announcement with new media restrictions as Republicans consider a large midterm cash windfall.
News · US
Trump said CNN, MS NOW and Politico would lose White House access because of coverage he considers unfavorable.
News · US
Trump said he barred the three news organizations because he considered their coverage one-sided.
News · US
The PBS discussion covered Trump’s attempt to bar media outlets from the White House and Republican frustration before the midterms.
News · CO
The Colorado Governor’s Cup winners remain pending, with an announcement expected soon.
News · TX
John Cornyn has ruled out voting for Bo French as criticism grows over a racist post.
News · CA
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation intended to prevent Donald Trump from gaining control over California’s election administration.
News · VA
Voting begins Sept. 18 for federal contests and three proposed amendments, with Election Day set for Nov. 3.
Candidate profile · ID
Republican incumbent Camille Blaylock is running in the uncontested 2026 general election for Idaho Senate District 11.
Race preview · DE
Democratic incumbent Rae Moore is running without an opponent in the District 8 race scheduled for Nov. 3, 2026.
Explainer · DC
District voters should confirm official deadlines, ballot choices and voting instructions before participating in the 2026 general election.
Candidate profile · AR
Republican incumbent Lane Jean is the only candidate in the 2026 general election race for Arkansas House District 99.
Candidate profile · AK
Republican incumbent Dan Saddler is running in the uncontested Alaska House District 24 general election on Nov. 3, 2026.
Candidate profile · WV
Republican incumbent Daniel Linville is running in West Virginia House District 22 in the Nov. 3, 2026, general election.
Candidate profile · WI
Michael Thurow is one of 13 candidates in Wisconsin's contested 2026 election for the 6th Congressional District.
Candidate profile · WA
Republican John C Hughs is one of 11 candidates listed in Washington’s 4th Congressional District race.
Candidate profile · UT
Republican incumbent Celeste Maloy is one of 10 candidate entries in Utah’s 2026 race for the 3rd Congressional District.
Candidate profile · VA
Cywinski is one of 11 Democrats listed in the contested 2026 election for Virginia’s 1st Congressional District.
News · MO
The attorney general directed unlicensed prediction markets to halt activity the office classifies as unlawful sports wagering.
News · MO
Missouri’s attorney general has directed six prediction-market operators to stop offering contracts tied to sports outcomes.
News · CA
The measures seek to guard California elections from Trump interference and increase transparency in election administration.
News · WI
The U.S. House used its final pre-midterm window to act on major legislation and record members’ votes on high-profile issues.
News · AK
A 14th bill sponsored by Congressman Begich has passed the U.S. House during his first term.
News · US
Legislative election results can reshape how North Carolina’s executive and legislative branches work with—or against—each other.