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Florida governor signs warrant in deputy’s killing
Elections and votingThe governor signed a death warrant for the person who killed a Treasure Coast deputy, taking formal state action in the case.
The Ballot Florida News DeskSep 21, 2026
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News · US
Trump says planned arch could host drones and snipers
Elections and votingTrump described his planned arch as a security installation, using the same term he has applied to the new White House ballroom.
The Ballot National (US) Policy DeskSep 21, 2026
News · US
Waltz defends Trump limits on three news organizations
Foreign policyThe U.N. ambassador said Trump may restrict White House access for reporters he believes are not acting in good faith.
The Ballot National (US) News DeskSep 21, 2026
News · US
Barrasso rejects concern over White House press ban
Elections and votingThe Wyoming senator said Trump did not violate the Constitution by excluding reporters from three news organizations.
The Ballot National DeskSep 21, 2026
News · CA
Newsom announces California order regulating AI companies
Elections and votingGov. Gavin Newsom announced an executive order aimed at regulating artificial intelligence companies in California.
The Ballot California News DeskSep 21, 2026
News · US
Trump faces press-access dispute as midterms approach
Elections and votingRevoked White House access for several journalists has opened a First Amendment dispute after a difficult week of economic news for Trump.
The Ballot National (US) Policy DeskSep 21, 2026
News · US
Trump faces UN gathering, Xi visit and AI agenda
Foreign policyPresident Trump’s week combines diplomacy at the United Nations, a White House visit by China’s president and attention to artificial intelligence.
The Ballot National (US) News DeskSep 21, 2026
News · US
No Cascadia vote record yet for Sept. 14-18, 2026
Elections and votingThe dates in the proposed congressional vote review are still ahead, so no lawmaker-by-lawmaker record can be compiled yet.
The Ballot National DeskSep 21, 2026
News · AL
House approves Russia-Iran sanctions bill backed by Britt
Foreign policyThe House passed a foreign-policy bill addressing sanctions on Russia and Iran, with support from Britt.
The Ballot Alabama News DeskSep 21, 2026
News · CA
Newsom signs bills limiting election interference
Elections and votingThe California laws seek to restrict law enforcement interference with ballots and election administration before November.
The Ballot California DeskSep 21, 2026
News · US
Trump says CNN, Politico and MS NOW face White House ban
Elections and votingThe three outlets’ specific responses remain unclear as press advocates, elected Democrats and media and political critics object.
The Ballot National (US) Policy DeskSep 21, 2026
News · US
Federal page does not establish 2026 POW/MIA observance
Elections and votingThe linked Federal Register page is an access notice, not an official record setting details for the 2026 recognition day.
The Ballot National DeskSep 21, 2026
News · AK
Alaskans to decide future of ranked choice voting
Elections and votingThe August primary exposed practical problems with Alaska’s changed voting system before voters decide its future.
The Ballot Alaska News DeskSep 21, 2026
News · US
Trump announces Greenland deal, expands White House media ban
Elections and votingThe president paired a Greenland deal announcement with new media restrictions as Republicans consider a large midterm cash windfall.
The Ballot National (US) News DeskSep 21, 2026
News · US
Trump says he will bar three outlets from White House
Elections and votingTrump said CNN, MS NOW and Politico would lose White House access because of coverage he considers unfavorable.
The Ballot National (US) Policy DeskSep 20, 2026
News · US
Trump bans CNN, MS NOW and Politico from White House
Elections and votingTrump said he barred the three news organizations because he considered their coverage one-sided.
The Ballot National (US) News DeskSep 20, 2026
News · US
Trump says all 50 states will join Medicaid drug model
Health careThe administration says the GENEROUS model will cut Medicaid prescription drug costs, but the pricing agreements remain private.
The Ballot National DeskSep 20, 2026
News · WA
Trump returns early as Middle East security alerts issued
Foreign policyPresident Trump returned from Camp David on Saturday evening as the State Department issued security alerts concerning the Middle East.
The Ballot Washington News DeskSep 20, 2026
News · US
Trump says CNN, MS NOW and Politico are banned
Economy and jobsMS NOW said its journalists were denied access to the White House grounds the morning after Trump announced the restrictions.
The Ballot National (US) Policy DeskSep 20, 2026
News · US
Capehart, Ponnuru discuss Trump moves against media
Elections and votingThe PBS discussion covered Trump’s attempt to bar media outlets from the White House and Republican frustration before the midterms.
The Ballot National (US) News DeskSep 20, 2026
News · CO
Colorado Governor’s Cup wine winners to be announced soon
Elections and votingThe Colorado Governor’s Cup winners remain pending, with an announcement expected soon.
The Ballot Colorado News DeskSep 20, 2026
News · TX
Cornyn says he will not vote for Bo French
Elections and votingJohn Cornyn has ruled out voting for Bo French as criticism grows over a racist post.
The Ballot Texas DeskSep 20, 2026
News · CA
Newsom signs bills aimed at protecting state elections
Elections and votingGov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation intended to prevent Donald Trump from gaining control over California’s election administration.
The Ballot California Policy DeskSep 20, 2026
News · ND
Dem-NPL names Burdick Dinner keynote speaker and honorees
Foreign policyU.S. Sen. Jon Tester will headline the Oct. 10 event in Fargo, where four people will receive awards from the North Dakota Democratic-NPL Party.
The Ballot North Dakota News DeskSep 20, 2026
News · VA
Virginia voter guide for the 2026 midterm elections
Elections and votingVoting begins Sept. 18 for federal contests and three proposed amendments, with Election Day set for Nov. 3.
The Ballot Virginia News DeskSep 20, 2026
News · MO
Missouri AG orders unlicensed sports prediction markets to stop
Elections and votingThe attorney general directed unlicensed prediction markets to halt activity the office classifies as unlawful sports wagering.
The Ballot Missouri News DeskSep 20, 2026
News · MO
Missouri AG tells six prediction markets to halt sports contracts
Elections and votingMissouri’s attorney general has directed six prediction-market operators to stop offering contracts tied to sports outcomes.
The Ballot Missouri DeskSep 20, 2026
News · OR
Patty Murray opposes proposed Hanford cleanup cuts
Foreign policyThe Washington senator is pushing back on a proposal to reduce federal support for cleanup work at Hanford.
The Ballot Oregon News DeskSep 20, 2026
News · NV
Las Vegas approves deal for eight outdoor fitness spaces
Energy and environmentThe Las Vegas City Council approved a contract covering eight new outdoor fitness spaces in the city.
The Ballot Nevada DeskSep 20, 2026
News · NV
Boulder City dispute prompts data center review bill
Energy and environmentRep. Dina Titus wants separate environmental and public reviews before data centers can use existing permits on federal public land.
The Ballot Nevada Policy DeskSep 20, 2026