Texas’ next top lawyer: What does the attorney general do and how has Paxton remade the office?
Read full article: Texas’ next top lawyer: What does the attorney general do and how has Paxton remade the office?Texans will elect a new attorney general next year for the first time in over a decade. The office handles legal matters impacting everyday life and, currently, plays a leading role in the conservative movement.
Trump endorses county executive for NY governor, days after longtime ally Stefanik suspends campaign
Read full article: Trump endorses county executive for NY governor, days after longtime ally Stefanik suspends campaignPresident Donald Trump says he’s endorsing Nassau County’s Republican executive for governor in next fall’s New York race.
Trump's 'A+++++' economy collides with reality in a Pennsylvania city critical to the midterms
Read full article: Trump's 'A+++++' economy collides with reality in a Pennsylvania city critical to the midtermsIdalia Bisbal moved from New York City to Allentown, Pennsylvania, hoping for a cheaper life.
Rep. Elise Stefanik ends her campaign for New York governor and won't seek reelection to House
Read full article: Rep. Elise Stefanik ends her campaign for New York governor and won't seek reelection to HouseRep. Elise Stefanik says she is suspending her campaign for New York governor and will not seek reelection to Congress.
Texas judge orders Attorney General Ken Paxton's divorce records unsealed amid heated Senate primary
Read full article: Texas judge orders Attorney General Ken Paxton's divorce records unsealed amid heated Senate primaryCourt documents detailing the divorce of Republican U.S. Senate candidate and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and his wife have been made public following a judge's order.
Turning Point USA's Erika Kirk backs Vice President JD Vance's potential 2028 presidential bid
Read full article: Turning Point USA's Erika Kirk backs Vice President JD Vance's potential 2028 presidential bidErika Kirk, the widow of Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk and current CEO of the conservative youth group, endorsed the potential presidential bid of Vice President JD Vance in the 2028 election.
Ukrainian and Polish presidents show unity against Russia, address historical tensions
Read full article: Ukrainian and Polish presidents show unity against Russia, address historical tensionsThe Ukrainian and Polish presidents have met in Warsaw to emphasize unity against Russia and progress on historical reconciliation.
With ACA subsidies set to expire, Texas Republicans in Congress remain hazy about path forward
Read full article: With ACA subsidies set to expire, Texas Republicans in Congress remain hazy about path forwardTexas’ entire House GOP delegation voted this week for a health care package that lets the tax credits lapse. They will be forced to vote on a three-year extension of the subsidies in January.
Young conservative women find a home in Turning Point with Charlie Kirk's widow at the helm
Read full article: Young conservative women find a home in Turning Point with Charlie Kirk's widow at the helmYoung women who have grown emboldened in their conservative beliefs are attending the annual conference held by Turning Point USA.
Trump insists during North Carolina visit he's bring down costs, but residents say they're squeezed
Read full article: Trump insists during North Carolina visit he's bring down costs, but residents say they're squeezedPresident Donald Trump visited the eastern North Carolina town of Rocky Mount on Friday, the second time this month he traveled to a presidential battleground state to focus on the economy and affordability concerns.
Texas Democratic candidates unite in the Rio Grande Valley to court Latino voters
Read full article: Texas Democratic candidates unite in the Rio Grande Valley to court Latino votersState Rep. James Talarico faces an uphill battle in his U.S. Senate bid while 15th Congressional hopeful Bobby Pulido aims to flip the district, but he must first win his primary.
San Antonio will shift its elections to November in victory for Mayor Jones
Read full article: San Antonio will shift its elections to November in victory for Mayor JonesSan Antonio will move its municipal elections from May to November after a 6-5 council vote Thursday afternoon. The decision came after a last-minute blitz by Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones, who said she only learned of the opportunity last month.
US Justice Department sues 3 states, District of Columbia for voter data
Read full article: US Justice Department sues 3 states, District of Columbia for voter dataThe U.S. Justice Department has sued three states and the District of Columbia for not turning over requested voter information to the Trump administration.
Bulgarians protest widespread graft and call for a fair election
Read full article: Bulgarians protest widespread graft and call for a fair electionTens of thousands of people have filled the streets of the capital and other major cities in Bulgaria calling for fair elections and an independent judiciary able to effectively fight widespread corruption.
House rejects resolutions to limit Trump's campaign against Venezuela and drug cartels
Read full article: House rejects resolutions to limit Trump's campaign against Venezuela and drug cartelsThe House has rejected a pair of resolutions that would put a check on President Donald Trump’s power to use military force against drug cartels and the nation of Venezuela.
Energy Department watchdog will audit Trump's cuts of nearly $8B in clean energy grants
Read full article: Energy Department watchdog will audit Trump's cuts of nearly $8B in clean energy grantsThe U.S. Department of Energy Office of Inspector General will investigate the Trump administration’s termination of $7.6 billion in grants for clean energy projects across several states that voted for former Vice President Kamala Harris in last year’s presidential election.
Election Results: Carbon, Sheridan head to run-off for Schertz City Council Place 7
Read full article: Election Results: Carbon, Sheridan head to run-off for Schertz City Council Place 7Schertz voters will head to the polls one more time in 2025. This weekend, they will decide who will serve as council member for Place 7.
Meet the 4 Republicans who defied House Speaker Mike Johnson on ACA subsidies
Read full article: Meet the 4 Republicans who defied House Speaker Mike Johnson on ACA subsidiesFour moderate House Republicans have broken ranks with Speaker Mike Johnson by supporting a Democratic petition to extend health care subsidies set to expire at the end of the year.
Young Democrat launches primary challenge against U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson in Mississippi
Read full article: Young Democrat launches primary challenge against U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson in MississippiA 33-year-old antitrust lawyer with ties to major Democratic politicians is challenging U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson to represent Mississippi’s 2nd congressional district.
Former Crimson Tide quarterback AJ McCarron ends campaign for Alabama lieutenant governor
Read full article: Former Crimson Tide quarterback AJ McCarron ends campaign for Alabama lieutenant governorFormer University of Alabama quarterback AJ McCarron is ending his short-lived campaign for lieutenant governor of Alabama.
Trump gives a partisan prime-time address insisting the economy is stronger than many voters feel
Read full article: Trump gives a partisan prime-time address insisting the economy is stronger than many voters feelPresident Donald Trump says he is sending a $1,776 bonus check to U.S. troops for Christmas.
Texas Democrats fill every state and federal race on 2026 ballot, a first for either party
Read full article: Texas Democrats fill every state and federal race on 2026 ballot, a first for either partyTexas Majority PAC and the Texas Democratic Party recruited 104 candidates to fill uncontested races. Gov. Greg Abbott’s strategist said it amounts to a gimmick “if they don’t back it up with serious resources.”
Jack Smith tells lawmakers his team developed 'proof beyond a reasonable doubt' against Trump
Read full article: Jack Smith tells lawmakers his team developed 'proof beyond a reasonable doubt' against TrumpFormer Justice Department special counsel Jack Smith has told lawmakers in a closed-door interview his team “developed proof beyond a reasonable doubt” President Donald Trump criminally conspired to overturn his 2020 election loss.
Fani Willis counterattacks as Republican Georgia senators question her Trump prosecution
Read full article: Fani Willis counterattacks as Republican Georgia senators question her Trump prosecutionFani Willis has counterattacked during a Wednesday Georgia state Senate committee questioning her prosecution of Donald Trump.
Maryland to consider slavery reparations after Gov. Wes Moore's veto is overridden
Read full article: Maryland to consider slavery reparations after Gov. Wes Moore's veto is overriddenMaryland will create a commission to study potential slavery reparations in the state, after lawmakers overrode a veto by Democratic Gov. Wes Moore.
Trump sues BBC for $10 billion, accusing it of defamation over editing of president's Jan. 6 speech
Read full article: Trump sues BBC for $10 billion, accusing it of defamation over editing of president's Jan. 6 speechPresident Donald Trump has filed a lawsuit seeking $10 billion in damages from the BBC, accusing the British broadcaster of defamation as well as deceptive and unfair trade practices.
Rep. Marc Veasey drops bid for Tarrant County judge
Read full article: Rep. Marc Veasey drops bid for Tarrant County judgeThe Fort Worth Democrat had filed to challenge GOP incumbent Tim O’Hare just before last week’s deadline to get on the 2026 ballot. His withdrawal gives Commissioner Alisa Simmons a clear path to the Democratic nomination.
Conservative Kast's victory in Chile suggests a hard-right, pro-Trump surge across Latin America
Read full article: Conservative Kast's victory in Chile suggests a hard-right, pro-Trump surge across Latin AmericaChile has become the latest country in Latin America to veer toward the right, electing a deeply conservative veteran politician who has long attracted comparisons to Donald Trump.
Court battle begins over California's new congressional map designed to favor Democrats
Read full article: Court battle begins over California's new congressional map designed to favor DemocratsThe Justice Department and California are facing off in federal court over the state's new congressional map that favors Democrats.
The Latest: Trump sues BBC for defamation, asks for $10 billion in damages over Jan. 6 speech edit
Read full article: The Latest: Trump sues BBC for defamation, asks for $10 billion in damages over Jan. 6 speech editPresident Donald Trump has filed a lawsuit seeking $10 billion in damages from the BBC, accusing the British broadcaster of defamation as well as deceptive and unfair trade practices.
In North Texas, game of musical chairs culminates in primary between Democrats Colin Allred and Julie Johnson
Read full article: In North Texas, game of musical chairs culminates in primary between Democrats Colin Allred and Julie JohnsonThe primary between predecessor and successor arose from a combination of redistricting and the entry of Rep. Jasmine Crockett into the U.S. Senate race, which prompted Allred to drop out.
Trump’s pardon of Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar leaves local Republicans surprised and disappointed
Read full article: Trump’s pardon of Democratic Rep. Henry Cuellar leaves local Republicans surprised and disappointedSome county GOP officials said the president’s pardon could complicate their plans to unseat the Laredo Democrat in South Texas’ battleground 28th Congressional District.
Wisconsin judge rules Trump aides must face trial in 2020 fake elector scheme
Read full article: Wisconsin judge rules Trump aides must face trial in 2020 fake elector schemeA Wisconsin judge has ruled there is enough evidence to proceed to trial in a felony forgery case against an attorney and an aide to President Donald Trump for their role in the 2020 fake elector scheme.
As gerrymandering battles sweep country, supporters say partisan dominance is 'fair'
Read full article: As gerrymandering battles sweep country, supporters say partisan dominance is 'fair'State officials engaged in unusual mid-decade redistricting are pushing a new definition of what it means to have “fair maps” for Congress.
Another blue wave? Meet the Democrat trying to make it happen and the Republican trying to stop her
Read full article: Another blue wave? Meet the Democrat trying to make it happen and the Republican trying to stop herBrian Jack is a first-term Republican congressman from Georgia, but he's become a key figure in the Oval Office.
Landslide win for Kast gives Chile its most right-wing president in decades
Read full article: Landslide win for Kast gives Chile its most right-wing president in decadesChile’s ultra-conservative former lawmaker José Antonio Kast has secured a stunning victory in the presidential election, defeating the candidate of the center-left governing coalition and setting the stage for the country’s most right-wing government in 35 years of democracy.
Justice Department sues 4 more states for access to detailed voter data
Read full article: Justice Department sues 4 more states for access to detailed voter dataThe U.S. Justice Department is suing four more states as part of its effort to collect detailed voting data and other election information across the country.
Sen. Ron Johnson asks DOJ to investigate Wisconsin judge in former Trump attorney's case
Read full article: Sen. Ron Johnson asks DOJ to investigate Wisconsin judge in former Trump attorney's caseRepublican U.S. Sen. Ron Johnson is asking the U.S. Department of Justice to investigate allegations made by a former attorney for President Donald Trump in Wisconsin that a judge overseeing his felony case is guilty of misconduct and must step aside.
Jasmine Crockett leads James Talarico by 8 points in Senate Democratic primary, new poll finds
Read full article: Jasmine Crockett leads James Talarico by 8 points in Senate Democratic primary, new poll findsCrockett had higher name recognition and an overwhelming edge among Black voters, while Talarico kept her margin to single digits through greater support among white and Latino voters.
Belarus leader hosts US envoy as he seeks to improve his country's ties with the West
Read full article: Belarus leader hosts US envoy as he seeks to improve his country's ties with the WestBelarus President Alexander Lukashenko has hosted a U.S. envoy for talks in Minsk, the latest step in the isolated leader’s effort to improve ties with the West.
Germany summons Russian ambassador over alleged sabotage, cyberattacks and election interference
Read full article: Germany summons Russian ambassador over alleged sabotage, cyberattacks and election interferenceAn official says Germany has summoned the Russian ambassador following accusations of sabotage, cyberattacks and election interference.
Chileans are divided in a presidential runoff tilted toward the far right
Read full article: Chileans are divided in a presidential runoff tilted toward the far rightChile is heading into a high-stakes presidential runoff defined by sharply contrasting visions of the country’s recent past and visions for its future.
2 Wisconsin congressional redistricting lawsuits may not resolve by 2026 midterm election
Read full article: 2 Wisconsin congressional redistricting lawsuits may not resolve by 2026 midterm electionA pair of lawsuits seeking to redraw congressional boundary lines that currently favor Republicans in Wisconsin are on track to be resolved after the 2026 midterms.
MyPillow founder and Trump supporter Mike Lindell says he’s running for Minnesota governor in 2026
Read full article: MyPillow founder and Trump supporter Mike Lindell says he’s running for Minnesota governor in 2026Mike Lindell, the fervent supporter of President Donald Trump known to TV viewers as the “MyPillow Guy,” says he’s running for Minnesota governor in 2026.
Senate rejects extension of health care subsidies as costs are set to rise for millions of Americans
Read full article: Senate rejects extension of health care subsidies as costs are set to rise for millions of AmericansThe Senate has rejected legislation to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits, essentially guaranteeing that millions of Americans will see a steep rise in costs at the beginning of the year.
San Antonio council members express skepticism, caution while discussing possible elections move
Read full article: San Antonio council members express skepticism, caution while discussing possible elections moveMost of the San Antonio City Council appears reluctant to move the city’s elections from May to November in odd-numbered years before a Dec. 31 deadline.
National Democrats put Texas House on list of legislative targets for 2026
Read full article: National Democrats put Texas House on list of legislative targets for 2026Rep. Christina Morales, the new chair of the Texas House Democratic Campaign Committee, said she wants to initially target five GOP-controlled districts, with a broader list to come later.
City Council debates if moving election date from May to November could boost voter turnout, save money
Read full article: City Council debates if moving election date from May to November could boost voter turnout, save moneyCity Council on Wednesday will debate whether to move its city council elections from May to November in odd-numbered years.
Bill that could reduce Brazilian ex-President Jair Bolsonaro's prison time advances in Congress
Read full article: Bill that could reduce Brazilian ex-President Jair Bolsonaro's prison time advances in CongressBrazil's lower house of Congress has approved a bill that could reduce former President Jair Bolsonaro's prison time.
Ukraine to give revised peace plans to US as Kyiv readies for more talks with its coalition partners
Read full article: Ukraine to give revised peace plans to US as Kyiv readies for more talks with its coalition partnersU.S. President Donald Trump says he and European leaders have discussed proposals to end the war in Ukraine, adding that President Volodymyr Zelenskyy “has to be realistic” about his country’s position on a peace plan.
After months in hiding, Venezuelan opposition leader Machado reappears as a Nobel laureate
Read full article: After months in hiding, Venezuelan opposition leader Machado reappears as a Nobel laureateVenezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado has appeared in public for the first time in 11 months.
Is Jasmine Crockett’s Senate campaign an asset or a liability for Democrats? It depends on who you ask.
Read full article: Is Jasmine Crockett’s Senate campaign an asset or a liability for Democrats? It depends on who you ask.Some Democrats dismissed the Dallas congresswoman as too polarizing to capture the swing voters needed to win. Others said her turnout-over-persuasion approach is the recipe to break through.
KSAT Q&A: Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones discusses moving municipal election date from May to November
Read full article: KSAT Q&A: Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones discusses moving municipal election date from May to NovemberSan Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones joined the KSAT Q&A on Tuesday and discussed her efforts to change the city's municipal election date.
Bolivia and Israel restore ties severed over the war in Gaza
Read full article: Bolivia and Israel restore ties severed over the war in GazaBolivia’s new right-wing government says it restored diplomatic relations with Israel, the latest sign of the dramatic geopolitical realignment underway in the South American country.
Lumbee Tribe poised to gain federal recognition through Defense bill
Read full article: Lumbee Tribe poised to gain federal recognition through Defense billThe Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina could be federally recognized through the National Defense Authorization Act the House plans to vote on this week.
Opponents of Trump-backed redistricting in Missouri submit a petition to force a public vote
Read full article: Opponents of Trump-backed redistricting in Missouri submit a petition to force a public voteOpponents of Missouri’s new congressional map have submitted thousands of petition signatures calling for a statewide vote on the plan backed by President Donald Trump.
Appearance by Venezuelan Nobel Peace laureate María Corina Machado canceled on eve of prize ceremony
Read full article: Appearance by Venezuelan Nobel Peace laureate María Corina Machado canceled on eve of prize ceremonyA planned news conference by Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado has been canceled after a several-hour delay, a day before Wednesday's award ceremony in Oslo.
Supreme Court questions limits on political party spending in federal elections, hearing GOP appeal
Read full article: Supreme Court questions limits on political party spending in federal elections, hearing GOP appealConservative Supreme Court justices appeared to back a Republican-led drive, supported by President Donald Trump’s administration, to overturn a quarter-century-old decision and erase limits on how much political parties can spend in coordination with candidates for Congress and president.
Trump's speech on combating inflation turns to grievances about immigrants from 'filthy' countries
Read full article: Trump's speech on combating inflation turns to grievances about immigrants from 'filthy' countriesAt a nighttime event in Pennsylvania, President Donald Trump tried to emphasize his focus on combating inflation, although the issue couldn't quite command his full attention.
San Antonio City Council to debate shifting election date from May to November
Read full article: San Antonio City Council to debate shifting election date from May to NovemberThe San Antonio City Council will debate whether to move its city council elections from May to November in odd-numbered years at a Wednesday meeting.
Democratic Rep. Marc Veasey files for Tarrant County judge, forgoing eighth term in Congress
Read full article: Democratic Rep. Marc Veasey files for Tarrant County judge, forgoing eighth term in CongressThe Fort Worth congressman’s district was upended under the new GOP-friendly map approved this summer. He was expected to run for the district being vacated by Rep. Jasmine Crockett.
Brad Raffensperger sues to win more campaign spending power in Georgia governor race
Read full article: Brad Raffensperger sues to win more campaign spending power in Georgia governor raceSecretary of State Brad Raffensperger is the latest Republican candidate for Georgia governor to attack campaign finance rules that allow Lt. Gov. Burt Jones to raise unlimited contributions.
Rep. Jasmine Crockett enters Democratic primary for U.S. Senate
Read full article: Rep. Jasmine Crockett enters Democratic primary for U.S. SenateCrockett, a second-term congresswoman, has skyrocketed to fame through viral spats with Republicans, becoming one of her party’s most prolific fundraisers.
State Sen. Sarah Eckhardt announces run for comptroller, dropping congressional bid
Read full article: State Sen. Sarah Eckhardt announces run for comptroller, dropping congressional bidThe Austin Democrat said she wants to tackle waste and fraud as a watchdog over the state budget. She will retain her Senate seat if she loses.
Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett announces US Senate bid in Texas, tells Trump 'I'm coming for you'
Read full article: Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett announces US Senate bid in Texas, tells Trump 'I'm coming for you'Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett has launched a campaign for the U.S. Senate in Texas.
Democrat Colin Allred drops out of Senate race, announces run for 33rd Congressional District
Read full article: Democrat Colin Allred drops out of Senate race, announces run for 33rd Congressional DistrictThe former Dallas congressman said he wanted to help his party avoid a runoff. In his campaign to return to the House, he will face U.S. Rep. Julie Johnson, his successor in Congress.
Indiana Senate committee advance redistricting legislation backed by Trump toward final floor vote
Read full article: Indiana Senate committee advance redistricting legislation backed by Trump toward final floor voteAn Indiana state Senate committee took the first step toward enacting a new congressional map.
Democratic governors say the party's midterm strategy must focus on voters' pocketbook concerns
Read full article: Democratic governors say the party's midterm strategy must focus on voters' pocketbook concernsDemocratic governors who met over the weekend in Arizona say the party must focus on affordability in next year's midterm elections.
Trump slams pardoned Democratic congressman as 'disloyal' for not switching parties
Read full article: Trump slams pardoned Democratic congressman as 'disloyal' for not switching partiesPresident Donald Trump is angry that Rep. Henry Cuellar plans to run for reelection as a Democrat rather than switch parties after the president pardoned the Texas congressman and his wife in a federal bribery and conspiracy case.
Supporters of Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado march in cities worldwide
Read full article: Supporters of Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado march in cities worldwideSupporters of Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado have demonstrated in several cities worldwide to celebrate her Nobel Peace Prize win.
Trump administration plays up pipe bomb suspect's arrest. Jan. 6 violence goes unmentioned
Read full article: Trump administration plays up pipe bomb suspect's arrest. Jan. 6 violence goes unmentionedTop law enforcement officials in the Trump administration had a clear message when they announced the arrest of a man charged with placing pipe bombs outside political party headquarters in Washington on Jan. 5, 2021.
Threats pile up as Indiana Republicans confront pressure from Trump on redistricting
Read full article: Threats pile up as Indiana Republicans confront pressure from Trump on redistrictingRepublicans in the Indiana Senate are facing threats as President Trump pushes for lawmakers to redraw the state's congressional map.
Redistricting forced a California GOP congressman to weigh a Texas move. He tells AP why he’s not
Read full article: Redistricting forced a California GOP congressman to weigh a Texas move. He tells AP why he’s notRep. Darrell Issa tells the Associated Press he isn’t moving to Texas to run for Congress.
Supreme Court’s map ruling sends Texas Democrats toward potential primaries, retirement or higher office bids
Read full article: Supreme Court’s map ruling sends Texas Democrats toward potential primaries, retirement or higher office bidsHouston Democrats are barreling toward a primary while North Texas Democrats await Rep. Jasmine Crockett’s Senate decision.