The Supreme Court gave the green light on Wednesday to Virginia’s plan to remove an estimated 1,600 suspected noncitizens from its voter records, mere days before the 2024 election. The state was granted a stay on a lower court’s ruling that had put a halt to Virginia’s voter removal program, […]
In an alarming act of arson, voting drop boxes in Washington and Oregon were set ablaze just seven days before the elections took place. The unsettling incident occurred as law enforcement agencies were already on high alert, expecting potential violence related to allegations of election fraud, which included the sabotaging […]
In the wake of the imminent elections, both parties are not only fighting to win the presidency at the polling stations but also in the courtrooms. This election cycle is characterized by numerous lawsuits filed by both sides. While many of these cases are centered around disputes over state laws […]
An advertisement featuring Duke, a local from Southwest Philadelphia, is being aired to appeal to undecided male voters in the area who are considering voting for Vice President Kamala Harris. Duke is featured in the 30-second spot titled “She Can Do It,” and it started broadcasting on television across Philadelphia […]
Chief Justice John Roberts has dismissed a move by South Carolina’s Parks Department to halt a subpoena from Google. The subpoena was issued as part of an extensive antitrust lawsuit against the tech behemoth, initiated by several states. The conflict over the subpoena originates from a federal lawsuit in which […]
As we cross the threshold of Labor Day and make our way into autumn, traditionally, this is the time when political campaigns start to intensify. While the off-year elections in November will undoubtedly draw some interest, the primary focus remains on the 2024 Republican presidential primary. In this episode of […]
The White House has put forth a new rule that would allow individuals with private health insurance to obtain over-the-counter birth control methods, such as condoms, the “morning after” pill, and contraceptive pills, at no cost. As it currently stands, insurers are required to cover the costs of prescribed contraception, […]
As we transition from the summer season and cross the Labor Day threshold, traditionally, political campaigns start to gain momentum. While the off-year elections in November will indeed garner interest, the ultimate spectacle remains the 2024 Republican presidential primary. In this version of the FiveThirtyEight Politics podcast, we delve into […]
On Saturday, Vice President Kamala Harris enlisted the help of celebrities Lizzo and Usher for campaign events in Michigan and Georgia, while former President Donald Trump took to Pennsylvania, a key battleground state. At an Atlanta rally, Harris criticized Trump for his insensitive remarks about the mourning family of a […]
The age of political leaders is increasingly becoming a topic of concern among American voters. Recent instances of the Senate Majority Leader, Mitch McConnell, freezing in front of cameras have prompted discussions about the advanced age of politicians. This concern is further heightened by the fact that the recent presidential […]
