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Biden visits Wisconsin to laud a new Microsoft facility, meet voters - and troll Trump

President Biden is racing into yet another battleground state Wednesday, continuing to push a contrast with Donald Trump on economic policy as his own reelection campaign readies a new $14 million adv

Washington Times - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Biden visits Wisconsin to laud a new Microsoft facility, meet voters — and troll Trump

President Joe Biden is racing into yet another battleground state. Biden on Wednesday is traveling to Racine, Wisconsin, where he’ll highlight a decision by Microsoft to build a $3.3 billion data center that's expected to create roughly 2,000 jobs.

AP News - US News - 1 hour ago

Speaker Johnson, Rep. Roy Introduce Bill to Protect Americans' Right to Vote

The House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) leads a press conference at 11:00 a.m. ET on May 8 on the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, legislati...

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

North Macedonia votes in presidential runoff, parliamentary elections

The issues of corruption and European Union membership dominate discussion surrounding North Macedonia's parliamentary and presidential elections.

Fox News - Technology - 3 hours ago

India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi casts his vote as giant election reaches half-way mark

The world’s most populous nation began voting on April 19, with nearly one billion people eligible to vote and ballots set to be counted on June 4.

NBC News - World - 5 hours ago

Trump Suffers Huge Vote Against Him in Indiana Primary

Nikki Haley received more than 20 percent of the vote despite dropping out of the two months ago.

Newsweek - Top Stories - 7 hours ago

'D voters' remain a key issue in Assam during India's general elections

In Assam, some voters who lack proper documents to prove their Indian citizenship are labeled as 'D Voters', disenfranchised and barred from voting in the ongoing general elections.

Global Voices - Politics - 11 hours ago

Representative Greene and Speaker Johnson search for offramp as vote on his ouster simmers

Johnson and Greene met for a second day at the Capitol Tuesday, political adversaries trying to engineer an off-ramp from the escalating standoff over her threat for a vote to oust him from office.

Boston Globe - Politics - 13 hours ago

Republican Introduces Bill Requiring Proof of Citizenship to Vote

The SAVE Act would impose new federal requirements that would-be voters show documentation verifying their citizenship status.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 17 hours ago

Embattled House Speaker Mike Johnson and far-right Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene have met for a second day at the Capitol as they try to figure out an off-ramp to her threat for a vote on the motion to remove him from office.

Embattled House Speaker Mike Johnson and far-right Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene have met for a second day at the Capitol as they try to figure out an off ramp to her threat for a vote on the motion to remove him from office.

AP News - Politics - 18 hours ago

Marjorie Taylor Greene backs away from imminent threat to oust speaker -- Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene said she would force a vote on ousting House Speaker Mike Johnson this week, but appeared to be retreating on the threat - for now.

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene said she would force a vote on ousting House Speaker Mike Johnson this week, but appeared to be retreating on the threat — for now.

CBS News - Politics - 21 hours ago

Republicans who control the Wisconsin Legislature's audit committee have voted to launch a probe of diversity initiatives across state government.

Republicans who control the Wisconsin Legislature's audit committee have voted to launch a probe of diversity initiatives across state government.

AP News - Politics - 23 hours ago

Lok Sabha Election Highlights: 62.1% Voter Turnout Recorded Across 11 States, Union Territories

The third phase of voting for the 2024 Lok Sabha elections took place today in 93 constituencies spread over 11 states and Union Territories.

NDTV - Opinion - 23 hours ago

How a drilling project and Israel-Hamas overshadow Biden's climate record for young voters

Many young voters don’t know much about Biden's climate record. And many activists who helped fuel his 2020 victory are angry about Gaza and a drilling project.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 1 day ago

As campus protests put Israel-Hamas conflict on center stage, Democrats urge Biden to listen to young voters

Some party activists worry if rage over the Middle East continues on campus, it could cost Biden the election.

Boston Globe - Politics - 1 day ago

North Carolina Voter ID Trial Begins Ahead of Pivotal Election

The law could be struck down before the presidential election.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Major German companies warn against vote for extremism in EU election

Germany's biggest companies said Tuesday (7 May) they have formed an alliance to campaign against extremism ahead of the European Parliament elections, when the far right is projected to make strong gains.

Euractiv - Politics - 1 day ago

After vilifying Muslims, PM Modi votes in India's marathon polls

India's Hindu nationalist Prime Minister Narendra Modi cast his ballot Tuesday in India's general elections after targeting minority Muslims in...

Daily Sabah - World - 1 day ago

Modi votes in Amit Shah's constituency as Indian election reaches half-way

AHMEDABAD: Prime Minister Narendra Modi voted early as India held the third phase of a massive general election on Tuesday, and called for a strong turnout although he warned of the scorching summer...

International The News - World - 1 day ago

Israeli War Cabinet Votes Unanimously to Continue War in Rafah, Reopen Talks

The Israeli war cabinet voted unanimously to continue the attack on Rafah -- while also sending diplomats to explore Hamas's latest response.

Breitbart - World - 1 day ago

From immigration to citizenship: When is an immigrant allowed to vote in a US election?

Can immigrants vote in U.S. elections? The answer is — not until they become naturalized citizens. Naturalization is a lengthy process that begins with obtaining a green card, also known as a permanent resident card. VOA’s Aline Barros explains the process.

Voice of America - World - 2 days ago

Netanyahu's Cabinet votes to close Al Jazeera offices in Israel

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday that his government has voted unanimously to shut down the local offices of Qatar-owned broadcaster Al Jazeera.

CNBC - Politics - 3 days ago

Arizona's governor signs bill to repeal 1864 abortion law  -- Effort to repeal long-dormant law, which bans all abortions except those done to save a patient's life, won final legislative approval Wednesday in 16-14 Senate vote

Effort to repeal long-dormant law, which bans all abortions except those done to save a patient's life, won final legislative approval Wednesday in 16-14 Senate vote

Voice of America - Science - 4 days ago

Biden's big move on marijuana: Will voters give him credit?

The Biden administration soon will take a big step toward bringing federal policy on weed more in line with what the public says it prefers.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 4 days ago

As protests roil college campuses, young voters' support for Biden hangs in the balance

Polls show that college-educated youth voters are focused on the war in Gaza, which poses possible electoral problems for the president.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 4 days ago

North Carolina bill ordering sheriffs to help immigration agents closer to law with Senate vote

A House bill ordering North Carolina sheriffs and jailers to comply with federal immigration requests to hold an inmate suspected of being in the country illegally passed the state Senate.

AP News - US News - 6 days ago

While their peers want alternatives, some young voters endorse Biden or Trump -- A majority of younger voters in this U.S. presidential election say they wish they had someone other than Joe Biden or Donald Trump to choose from. Some of that has to do with the candidates' ages. But who are the younger voters backing one of the two? VOA Correspondent Scott Stearns reports.

A majority of younger voters in this U.S. presidential election say they wish they had someone other than Joe Biden or Donald Trump to choose from. Some of that has to do with the candidates' ages. But who are the younger voters backing one of the two? VOA Correspondent Scott Stearns reports.

Voice of America - Politics - 6 days ago

Arizona Senate Vote To Repeal 1864 Abortion Ban As Two Republicans Break Party Ranks

With a narrow margin of 16-14, the repeal gained bipartisan support, including from two Republican senators who broke ranks with their party.

International Business Times - US News - 6 days ago

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene vows to force a vote next week on ousting House Speaker Mike Johnson

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene says she'll call a vote next week on ousting House Speaker Mike Johnson

The San Diego Union-Tribune - Politics - 6 days ago

Vast majority of voters support using existing powers to stop illegal...

If the 2024 election comes down to illegal immigration and the border, President Joe Biden will lose. Badly.

Washington Examiner - Opinion - 7 days ago

Biden and Trump–Hating Voters Aren't Wild About RFK Jr. Either

Polling on voters alienated by both major-party candidates shows no big advantage for either and no exodus to Kennedy. They may just stay home.

New York Magazine - Politics - 8 days ago

Florida Democrats hope abortion, marijuana issues draw young voters

Jordan Vassallo is lukewarm about casting her first presidential ballot for President Joe Biden in November. But when the 18-year-old senior at Jupiter High School in Florida thinks about the things she cares about, she says her vote for the Democratic incumbent is an “obvious choice.”...

Voice of America - Politics - 8 days ago

The House votes for possible TikTok ban in the U.S., but don't expect the app to go away any time soon

The House passed legislation to ban TikTok in the United States if the social media platform’s China-based owner doesn’t sell its stake within a year.

Los Angeles Times - Technology - 17 days ago

Unlikely alliance clears way for House vote on Israel and Ukraine aid

A bipartisan House coalition took a key step toward moving to a vote on aid to Israel, Ukraine and Taiwan. The full House will now vote on the legislation this weekend. A separate bill could pave the way for a ban on TikTok. NBC News' Ryan Nobles reports.

NBC News - Technology - 18 days ago

'West v China' as island nation holds vote that could shape region

Solomon Islands’ election overshadowed by secretive deals, disinformation and Beijing’s growing influence

Telegraph UK - World - 22 days ago

Is any boss worth £19 million a year? One company just voted yes

Pascal Soriot was already the highest-paid leader of a FTSE 100 company, but his controversial new pay deal has ignited fierce debate over how much is too much for top bosses, writes James Moore

Independent UK - Business - 26 days ago

The DUP can appoint a new leader, but it can't change how voters associate the party with Jeffrey Donaldson

There is no precedent for this sort of crisis in Northern Ireland politics. The long-term fallout will be the DUP's biggest challenge

Irish Times - Opinion - 1 month ago

'White Christian Nationalism' Targets Black Voters in 2024: Activists

"The clear and present danger is Trump," says Black Votes Matter Fund co-founder Cliff Albright. This election, Albright says, is "very critical for the Black community because we are being directly targeted."

Inside Edition - Politics - 2 months ago

LeBron James voted into NBA All-Star Game for record 20th time

The NBA All-Star Game will be played on February 18 at Indianapolis between elite squads from the Eastern and Western Conference.

First Post - Sports - 3 months ago

Private firms profiting from your vote: The role of the influence industry around the world

Digital campaigning tactics remain a key topic in 2024 elections around the world. These tools, mainly managed by private companies, are used by political actors to influence election outcomes worldwide.

Global Voices - Technology - 4 months ago

Candidate Lost Election by 1 Vote After Not Voting for Himself

Damion Green lost the Rainier City Council post 247 votes to 246, with his opponent, Ryan Roth, declaring victory, the Washington Post reported.

Inside Edition - Politics - 4 months ago

House Expels George Santos by Two-Thirds Vote

The resolution passed 311 to 114, making Santos the sixth lawmaker in history to be expelled from the House.

Inside Edition - Politics - 5 months ago

Voters in at Least 10 States Are Trying to Protect Abortion Rights. GOP Officials Are Throwing Up Roadblocks.

Republican officials are undermining citizen-led ballot initiatives that seek to protect the procedure. Ohio is the latest state to get protections on the November ballot.

ProPublica - Health - 6 months ago

Close to 100,000 Voter Registrations Were Challenged in Georgia — Almost All by Just Six Right-Wing Activists

The recent transformation of the state’s election laws explicitly enabled citizens to file unlimited challenges to other voters’ registrations. Experts warn that election officials’ handling of some of those challenges may clash with federal law.

ProPublica - Politics - 9 months ago

NHS unions vote to accept pay deal – but nurses could still strike

Health leaders raised concerns about ‘worrying’ prospect of further walkouts by unions that did not agree to the offer

Independent UK - Health - 1 year ago