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Trump expected to choose Jay Clayton as AI czar
HousingThe administration is considering giving Clayton the AI role while he continues serving as director of national intelligence.
The Ballot National (US) News DeskOct 2, 2026
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News · US
FBI arrests man accused of cyberstalking Katie Miller
Public safetyJohn Anthony Proia III faces one federal cyberstalking count over repeated calls, texts and voicemails allegedly sent to Miller and her family.
The Ballot National DeskOct 2, 2026
News · US
Gen Z candidates struggle to gain ground in Congress
Elections and votingMore than 100 Gen Z candidates began congressional campaigns this cycle, but few have turned those bids into success.
The Ballot National (US) Policy DeskOct 2, 2026
News · US
Federal Register Directs Automated Users to APIs
Elections and votingThe federal publication website is limiting automated access and directing developers to official APIs.
The Ballot National (US) News DeskOct 2, 2026
News · US
Trump order titled ‘Era of Super Intelligence’ published
Elections and votingExecutive Order 14434, signed by President Donald Trump on Sept. 29, 2026, was published in the Federal Register on Oct. 2.
The Ballot National DeskOct 2, 2026
Candidate profile · NE
Candidate profile: Mike Hilgers
Elections and votingMike Hilgers is listed as a nonpartisan incumbent, but no race, election, policy positions or campaign finance figures are attached to his record.
The Ballot Nebraska DeskOct 2, 2026
Race preview · NC
Who is running for North Carolina’s 14th District
Elections and votingBrent Caldwell, Tim Moore, Ahmid Kargbo, Lakesha Womack and Kate Barr are running in the contested 2026 race for NC-14.
The Ballot North Carolina Policy DeskOct 2, 2026
News · AR
Arkansas launches Rapid DNA at booking stations
Public safetyThe Arkansas State Crime Laboratory has begun using Rapid DNA technology at participating booking stations, making Arkansas the third state to do so.
The Ballot Arkansas Policy DeskOct 2, 2026
News · MD
Maryland court denies Baltimore request in OIG dispute
Elections and votingAn appellate court rejected Baltimore’s request for a protective order, finding that the requested court action did not appear necessary.
The Ballot Maryland DeskOct 2, 2026
News · PA
Ryan’s Law clears Pennsylvania Senate committee
Health careThe proposal would let terminally ill patients use medical marijuana in health care facilities.
The Ballot Pennsylvania Policy DeskOct 2, 2026
News · UT
Utah proposal would tighten rules for some initiatives
Elections and votingA proposed amendment would make it harder for some Utah ballot initiatives to qualify under state rules.
The Ballot Utah DeskOct 2, 2026
News · ND
North Dakota Measure 1 would set 60% amendment threshold
Elections and votingThe November measure asks voters whether future state constitutional amendments should need at least 60% approval.
The Ballot North Dakota Policy DeskOct 2, 2026
News · VA
Abortion votes not identified for three Virginia incumbents
Health careNo specific roll-call votes are identified for the incumbents representing Virginia’s 1st, 2nd and 5th Congressional Districts.
The Ballot Virginia Policy DeskOct 2, 2026
Explainer · MT
Voter guide to Montana’s 2026 general election
Elections and votingA practical checklist for confirming election dates, reviewing your ballot, registering and following official voting instructions.
The Ballot Montana Policy DeskOct 2, 2026
News · AR
Arkansas starts Rapid DNA testing at booking stations
Public safetyThe new system can create and search DNA profiles from qualifying arrestees in about 90 minutes.
The Ballot Arkansas News DeskOct 2, 2026
News · OR
Portland chamber CEO sues city over arts tax increase
Economy and jobsThe Portland Metro Chamber’s CEO has sued Portland over an increase to the city’s arts tax.
The Ballot Oregon Policy DeskOct 2, 2026
News · IN
Rokita announces partnership with federal immigration agency
ImmigrationThe Indiana attorney general’s office will partner with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement on immigration-related work.
The Ballot Indiana News DeskOct 2, 2026
News · US
Demócratas y republicanos compiten por el voto latino
Elections and votingLa economía y el rechazo a la política migratoria de Donald Trump ponen a prueba los avances republicanos entre votantes latinos.
The Ballot National (US) Policy DeskOct 2, 2026
News · US
Poll finds most Americans blame Trump for high prices
Economy and jobsAn AP-NORC poll finds President Donald Trump’s economic approval at a new low as most Americans hold him responsible for high prices.
The Ballot National (US) News DeskOct 2, 2026
News · US
Pentagon opens state contest for new military base
EducationGovernors can pitch sites for a base of up to 25,000 service members, with schools, housing, land and local cooperation among the criteria.
The Ballot National DeskOct 2, 2026
News · NH
New Hampshire tests Democrats’ hopes for broad gains
Elections and votingState Democratic leaders are warning that local political challenges could complicate the party’s national optimism before Election Day.
The Ballot New Hampshire DeskOct 2, 2026
News · US
House forecast shifts narrow Republican pickup opportunities
Economy and jobsForecasters are moving House races away from Republicans, though the party still has opportunities to capture Democratic-held seats.
The Ballot National (US) Policy DeskOct 2, 2026
News · TX
Houston council member ties tax relief to better pay
Economy and jobsA proposal would require companies to offer better pay before receiving tax relief in Houston.
The Ballot Texas News DeskOct 2, 2026
News · MI
El-Sayed rallies with nurses for Medicare for All
Economy and jobsThe Michigan Senate candidate also emphasized stronger AI rules but did not take a position on California’s proposed billionaire tax.
The Ballot Michigan Policy DeskOct 2, 2026
News · MN
10 foreign nationals indicted over voting in Minnesota
Elections and votingFederal charges accuse 10 foreign nationals of illegally casting ballots in Minnesota elections.
The Ballot Minnesota DeskOct 2, 2026
News · AZ
What to watch in Arizona’s Proposition 144 debate
Elections and votingArizona voters will decide whether to require identification for mail-in ballots and make other changes to election rules.
The Ballot Arizona DeskOct 2, 2026
News · MS
Mississippi Democrats see opening as GOP climate sours
Energy and environmentA young district attorney is urging Democratic officials and donors to compete for Mississippi voters despite the party’s long Senate drought.
The Ballot Mississippi News DeskOct 2, 2026
News · AZ
Water becomes a central issue in Arizona campaigning
Elections and votingCampaign signs, statewide television ads and U.S. House debates are putting water before Arizona voters.
The Ballot Arizona Policy DeskOct 2, 2026
Candidate profile · MS
Candidate profile: Angela Turner-Ford
Elections and votingAngela Turner-Ford is a Democratic incumbent, but no specific race or election is directly linked to the candidate’s record.
The Ballot Mississippi DeskOct 2, 2026
Race preview · MI
Three candidates are running for Michigan’s 5th District
Elections and votingRepublican incumbent Timothy L. Walberg faces Democrat Christian A. Vukasovich and Libertarian Ronald A. Muszynski on Nov. 3, 2026.
The Ballot Michigan News DeskOct 2, 2026