DHS Requires States to Follow New Election Security Measures Before Receiving FEMA Grant

DHS makes counterterrorism grants dependent on states’ election security policies

The Department of Homeland Security announced Friday that states will have to adopt a series of election security measures to receive certain federal homeland security grants, linking counterterrorism funding to election administration. Under the new guidance, states seeking Homeland Security Grant Program funding must certify that they have implemented what DHS called “common-sense election security []

DHS ties states’ counterterrorism funding to election security

The Department of Homeland Security announced Friday that states will have to adopt a series of election security measures to receive certain federal homeland security grants, linking counterterrorism funding to election administration. Under the new guidance, states seeking Homeland Security Grant Program funding must certify that they have implemented what DHS called “common-sense election security []...Click to read more

Trump administration to require states to adopt election security measures to receive FEMA funds, DHS says

Trump administration to require states to adopt election security measures to receive FEMA funds, DHS says

Democratic Governors Challenge USPS Rule Tied to Trump Election Order

A group of nine Democratic governors is urging the U.S.

Trump admin threatens to withhold funds to states that resist election security reforms: report

Under the new rules, states are required to phase out certain electronic voting systems and utilize paper ballots. They must also run their voter roles through a citizenship verification database managed by DHS.

USPS wouldn't deliver ballots in states that refuse to fork over mail-in voter info under proposed rule

Postmaster General David Steiner says USPS would not mail ballots from states that refuse to share absentee voter list with the federal government.

Administration Demands States Change Voting Rules or Lose Antiterrorism Funds

The Trump administration is requiring states to change the way they conduct elections or risk losing tens of millions of federal terrorism-prevention funds, in its latest move that would make voting harder and undermine trust in results that don’t go President Trump’s way. The effort would force states to transition to paper ballots, verify citizenship []

The Top State Policy Initiatives on the 2026 Ballot

Voters across the country won’t just be picking new representatives in 2026. They will also decide major policy questions directly through their ballots. Every state gives voters a say on policy in [] The post The Top State Policy Initiatives on the 2026 Ballot appeared first on State Policy Network.

Michigan Sen. Gary Peters backs Haley Stevens in contentious race to succeed him

Retiring Michigan Sen. Gary Peters is endorsing U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens to succeed him. The Michigan Democratic primary between Stevens and progressive favorite Abdul El-Sayed has grown increasingly contentious.

Opinion: Integrity, Accuracy, Public Confidence— the Standard Ranked-Choice Voting Fails to Meet

By Blake Gettys, Candidate for Lieutenant Governor, retired pilot and Air Force Lieutenant General Alaska deserves elections that are simple, transparent, and trusted. That is not a partisan statement. It is a basic promise we make to every voter in this state. In recent years, Alaska adopted a system that combines a nonpartisan top-four primary with ranked choice voting [] The post Opinion: Integrity, Accuracy, Public Confidence— the Standard Ranked-Choice Voting Fails to Meet appeared first on Must Read Alaska.

Postmaster to Stop Delivery of Mail-in Ballots in Certain States

Postmaster General David Steiner announced Wednesday the U.S. Postal Service will not mlonger deliver mail-in ballots in states that refuse to provide sensitive voter data to the federal government. This new edict is in

Democratic governors press US Postal Service to drop plan tied to Trump’s election order

A group of Democratic governors asked the U.S. Postal Service on Thursday to withdraw its proposed rule seeking to implement an executive order from President Donald Trump to create a federal list of eligible voters and potentially limit who can receive a ballot in the mail. The president signed the order in March. It directs [] The post Democratic governors press US Postal Service to drop plan tied to Trump’s election order appeared first on Loonie Politics.

DOJ threatens election officials with ‘criminal penalties’ over noncitizen voting

The letter, sent to all 50 states, comes as the Trump administration pushes stricter voter eligibility enforcement despite evidence that noncitizen voting is rare. The post DOJ threatens election officials with ‘criminal penalties’ over noncitizen voting appeared first on MS NOW.

America 250: Illinoisans show the promise of liberty

State leaders can take the lead of businesses and residents and work to lessen the burden of corruption and high taxes. The post America 250: Illinoisans show the promise of liberty appeared first on Illinois Policy.

Casper forum separates US Senate candidates on healthcare, executive power

Four Republicans and two Democrats also outline views on public lands and their potential sale. The post Casper forum separates US Senate candidates on healthcare, executive power appeared first on WyoFile .

Trump’s Disaster Declaration Provides Aid for 5 Tornado-Stricken Mississippi Counties

Under the president’s approved declaration, the Federal Emergency Management Agency will provide Individual Assistance to residents in the following counties: Franklin, Lamar, Lawrence, Lincoln and Wilkinson. Four of those counties will also qualify for FEMA’s Public Assistance program. The post Trump’s Disaster Declaration Provides Aid for 5 Tornado-Stricken Mississippi Counties appeared first on Mississippi Free Press.

Gov. Shapiro’s Denial of Great American State Fair Booth in DC Highlights Importance of Local Elections

Gov. Shapiro’s Denial of Great American State Fair Booth in DC Highlights Importance of Local Elections

Feds leave Minnesota to fend for itself on election security

By this point in a typical election year, federal intelligence officials would have briefed Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon and other election officials on emerging threats to the November election. Simon would have joined federal ...

Cannabis tax funds to enhance security measures at Will County schools – Daily Southtown

The state of Illinois does not have parameters on how cannabis money has to be allocated, but traditionally the county has used the fund on public health and safety initiatives, said Mike Theodore, a spokesman for the county executive office.

States that won’t obey Trump order will have their mail ballots halted, postmaster says

Postmaster General David Steiner defended the rule at a Senate hearing and dismissed accusations that the Postal Service was acting politically after President Donald Trump signed an executive order in March restricting voting by mail. The post States that won’t obey Trump order will have their mail ballots halted, postmaster says first appeared on Vermont Daily Chronicle. The post States that won’t obey Trump order will have their mail ballots halted, postmaster says appeared first on Vermont Daily Chronicle.

A US senator has a plan to make AI answer for its harms. It starts with your local data centre

The fight over AI’s harms has played out state by state. One US senator wants to make it federal, all at once. Ed Markey has a long list of worries about artificial intelligence. Thirsty data centres. Workplace surveillance. Biased algorithms. Chatbots that prey on children. On Friday the Massachusetts Democrat tried to turn that list [] This story continues at The Next Web

Michigan Among 24 States To Fight Postal Service Over Mail-In Ballot Limits

A coalition of 24 attorneys general, led by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, filed a formal comment letter opposing a proposed U.S. Postal Service (USPS) rule that would restrict the delivery of mail-in ballots for upcoming elections. The multi-state coalition is demanding that the independent federal agency immediately withdraw the proposal. The controversy stems from [] Michigan Among 24 States To Fight Postal Service Over Mail-In Ballot Limits

Postmaster General says he will comply with Trump rule to hold back mail ballots

Postmaster General David Steiner told senators during a hearing Wednesday that he plans to abide by the Trump administration's rule regarding not delivering mail-in ballots in states that decline to hand over sensitive data about voters to the federal government.

EPA proposes weakening heavy-duty truck pollution rules

The Trump EPA calls Biden-era rules for cutting pollution from heavy trucks unworkable. The proposed changes have been celebrated by trucking groups and denounced by environmental groups.

Election 2026: Winston Peters announces citizens-only voting policy

Election 2026: Winston Peters announces citizens-only voting policy

Governors cannot direct police, DSS, military without federal approval – Makinde

The presidential candidate of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) and Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has said governors lack the constitutional powers to issue operational directives to security agencies, arguing that their role in addressing insecurity is largely limited despite being designated as chief security officers of their states. Makinde stated this on Friday while speaking with [] Governors cannot direct police, DSS, military without federal approval – Makinde

Panic sweeps across California over proposed billionaire tax

The proposal, led by the health workers' union, could go to a vote in November after a successful petition. Tech moguls and moderate Democrats are mobilizing their wealth and networks to try to block it.

Postmaster general's remarks on mail ballots stoke fears among voting rights advocates

Postmaster General David Steiner stoked fears among Democrats and voting rights groups this week after confirming the U.S. Postal Service will no longer deliver mail ballots in states that refuse to provide sensitive voter data to the federal government. The Trump administration’s crackdown on mail-in voting is becoming a point of contention ahead of November’s general...

Oregon Is Telling Voters Not to Worry About This Insane Ballot Initiative. That's Not the Point

Oregon Is Telling Voters Not to Worry About This Insane Ballot Initiative. That's Not the Point

Local Stakeholders to Be Consulted on Structured Migration Programme

Consultations will be held with local stakeholders on the proposed structured migration programme with the United States (US) before it is implemented. Minister without portfolio in the Office of the Prime Minister responsible for Efficiency, Innovation and []

Judge hands big win to Republican-led states, orders DHS to restore access to federal immigration-status database

A federal judge in Florida has ordered the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to immediately restore access to a federal immigration-status database for four Republican-led states seeking to identify noncitizens on their voter registration rolls. U.S. District Judge T. Kent Wetherell II of the Northern District of Florida issued the ruling, granting an emergency motion...

New York, South Carolina, Maryland, Utah hold primary elections

New York, South Carolina, Maryland, Utah hold primary elections