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Maine Democrats criticize Collins over Epstein files vote
Elections and votingMaine Democrats criticized Collins in Portland, saying a vote by Collins blocked the release of Epstein-related files.
The Ballot Maine Policy DeskSep 14, 2026
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News · OR
Oregon governor orders pause involving data centers
Elections and votingThe governor announced the state action with an AI-generated image, separating the policy decision from an unusual communications choice.
The Ballot Oregon News DeskSep 14, 2026
News · VA
Trump signs bill honoring Hershel ‘Woody’ Williams
Elections and votingThe measure honors the West Virginia World War II hero and is not directly connected to an election or candidate race.
The Ballot Virginia Policy DeskSep 14, 2026
News · WI
Dispatch audio involving Rep. Tom Tiffany released
Elections and votingA dispatch recording involving Wisconsin Congressman Tom Tiffany has been released, with no direct connection to an election or candidate race.
The Ballot Wisconsin News DeskSep 14, 2026
News · NV
Titus, Lee and Horsford Opposed Bill With 9/11 Funding
Elections and votingTheir votes were against a broader spending bill that included health funding for 9/11 responders.
The Ballot Nevada Policy DeskSep 14, 2026
News · CA
California governor signs youth social media risk law
Elections and votingThe new California law is intended to limit social media risks for children younger than 16.
The Ballot California DeskSep 13, 2026
News · MT
Zinke announces A River Runs Through It Act
Elections and votingZinke announced the introduction of legislation called the A River Runs Through It Act, a development not directly tied to an election.
The Ballot Montana Policy DeskSep 13, 2026
News · WA
Katie Wilson proposes Seattle fund for startups
Elections and votingThe mayor’s proposal puts startup support on Seattle’s agenda as the city grows more reliant on large technology companies.
The Ballot Washington DeskSep 13, 2026
News · TN
Nashville mayor announces small-business initiatives
Elections and votingThe mayor unveiled new efforts focused on supporting small businesses across Nashville.
The Ballot Tennessee Policy DeskSep 13, 2026
News · CA
Davis Vanguard op-ed urges signing of SB 1414
Elections and votingThe commentary supports California’s SB 1414 redistricting bill and argues that signing it would establish a sound precedent.
The Ballot California Policy DeskSep 13, 2026
News · IA
Iowa PBS sets debate dates for major Iowa races
Elections and votingThe public broadcaster announced debate dates for Iowa governor, U.S. House and U.S. Senate contests.
The Ballot Iowa News DeskSep 13, 2026
News · FL
Trump proposes a NASA-led United States Space Academy
Elections and votingTrump’s proposal calls for a national space academy with NASA in the lead, but creating it would require a formal structure and operating plan.
The Ballot Florida News DeskSep 13, 2026
News · AK
Alaska approves baby boxes in Safe Haven expansion
Elections and votingAlaska has approved the use of baby boxes through a bill expanding the state’s Safe Haven policy.
The Ballot Alaska DeskSep 13, 2026
News · US
House passes temporary funding bill ahead of election
Elections and votingThe House approved a short-term measure intended to keep the federal government funded and avoid a shutdown before the election.
The Ballot National (US) News DeskSep 2, 2026
News · AK
Alaska primary points to possible 2027 coalitions
Elections and votingPrimary results have focused attention on whether coalitions will organize both chambers of the Alaska Legislature in 2027.
The Ballot Alaska News DeskSep 2, 2026
News · US
House returns with funding extension first on agenda
Elections and votingThe House has one week in session to address a bill that would extend government funding past the midterm elections.
The Ballot National (US) News DeskAug 31, 2026
Candidate profile · IL
Nathan E MR Billips: Illinois 7th District candidate
Elections and votingIndependent Nathan E MR Billips is running for the U.S. House in Illinois’ 7th District in the Nov. 3, 2026, general election.
The Ballot Illinois Policy DeskAug 30, 2026
Candidate profile · WY
Candidate profile: Billy Arthur Benavidez
Elections and votingDemocrat Billy Arthur Benavidez is running in Wyoming’s contested 2026 general election for U.S. Senate.
The Ballot Wyoming News DeskAug 27, 2026
News · OK
Aluminum smelter enters Oklahoma GOP governor runoff
Elections and votingA billion smelter proposal backed by President Trump has become a dividing issue among Oklahoma Republicans during the governor runoff.
The Ballot Oklahoma DeskAug 24, 2026