Judge Blocks Republican Anne Manning Martin From Massachusetts Lieutenant Governor Ballot, While Michael Walsh Wins Appeal

Massachusetts Court Sides With Michigan, Shuts Down White House Bid To Take Over Mail-In Ballots

A federal judge in Massachusetts has blocked a White House executive order that attempted to establish federal oversight over state voter registration rolls and mail-in voting for the upcoming November 3, 2026, election. The ruling comes in response to a multi-state lawsuit led by Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel and a coalition of 24 states. [] Massachusetts Court Sides With Michigan, Shuts Down White House Bid To Take Over Mail-In Ballots

NEW POLL: Maine Senate Race in Dead Heat

Maine Republican Sen. Susan Collins is trailing her opponent in a new poll—but by an encouragingly slim margin. Democrats need to net four additional seats in order to gain control of the Senate. On Monday, the New York Times released a poll alongside the Portland Press Herald and Siena in which Democrat Senate nominee Graham...

Some candidates for MA statewide offices accused of fake signatures

Several candidates for state offices in Massachusetts are facing challenges to get on the ballot. The Massachusetts Democratic Party on June 3 accused two Republican candidates—Michael Walsh, running for attorney general, and Anne Manning Martin, running for lieutenant governor—of knowingly and willingly submitting fraudulent signatures to appear on the September primary ballot.

Massachusetts Republican LG Candidate Appeals Allegedly Fraudulent Signature Ballot Ruling

Massachusetts Republican lieutenant governor hopeful Anne Manning Martin is appealing the State Ballot Law Commission's decision that kicked her off the primary ballot over allegedly fraudulent signatures.

Collins takes the lead against Platner in Maine: Poll

Sen. Susan Collins, R-Maine, appears to have taken the lead in the Maine Senate contest against Democratic candidate Graham Platner, a recent survey has shown. The incumbent Collins took 50 support among registered voters in the latest Fox News survey. Platner trailed with 47. The three-point margin of error means the race is still a []...Click to read more

Supreme Court to rule on birthright citizenship, campaign finance and transgender athletes

The justices are expected to hand down the final opinions in cases argued this term. The post Supreme Court to rule on birthright citizenship, campaign finance and transgender athletes appeared first on MS NOW.

State commission disqualifies GOP candidates for AG, Lt. Gov. after signature fraud allegations

One candidate is appealing the decision, and the other has indicated she will as well. The post State commission disqualifies GOP candidates for AG, Lt. Gov. after signature fraud allegations appeared first on Boston.com.

Maine Democrats Pick Pingree for Governor as Platner Ally Troy Jackson Falls Short

Hannah Pingree’s victory in Maine’s Democratic primary for governor gives Democrats their nominee for the open governor’s race, and creates a more complicated political signal for Graham Platner’s Senate campaign.

AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Maryland’s state primary

ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — Maryland Gov. Wes Moore seeks the Democratic nomination for a second term in Tuesday’s primary for federal, state and local offices. Among the other top races on the ballot are two Democratic congressional primaries: one where two dozen hopefuls look to succeed a longtime congressional leader and another where a Democratic [] The post AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Maryland’s state primary appeared first on Loonie Politics.

Iowa Dem who touted 'strong work ethic' misses more than half of her House votes

Iowa state legislator Lindsay James missed over half her votes in 2025 while campaigning for Congress, records show, drawing Republican criticism.

Alaska Judge Rules That Bogus Democrat-Recruited Senate Candidate Can Remain on Ballot

Alaska Judge Rules That Bogus Democrat-Recruited Senate Candidate Can Remain on Ballot

Collins leading Platner by 3 points in Fox News poll

Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) is narrowly leading Democratic candidate Graham Platner in the Maine Senate race, according to a new survey. The Fox News poll, released Tuesday, shows Collins with a 3-point advantage over Platner. The Lumber State Republican garnered 50 percent support, while the Democrat brought in 47 percent. Despite the incumbent's edge overall,...

Giving Platner the bum’s rush

GIVING PLATNER THE BUM’S RUSH. Graham Platner won the Maine Democratic Senate primary in a landslide. Platner received 71.9 of the vote, while his closest competitor, Maine Gov. Janet Mills, had 19.3. In the actual vote number, 154,058 Maine Democrats and independents voted to make Platner their Senate nominee, while 41,301 voted for Mills. A number []

As Calls Mount for Graham Platner to Drop Out of Senate Race, What Happens Next in Maine?

Maine’s Democratic Senate nominee Graham Platner has yet to drop out of the race despite losing all major endorsements after a rape allegation by an ex-girlfriend, Jenny Racicot, who says Platner assaulted her in 2021. Platner has denied the claim. “There’s no way to force Platner off the ballot; he has to make the decision,” says Amy Fried, professor emerita of political science at the University of Maine. Platner would have to drop out of the race by Monday, “and then there’s two weeks for the Maine Democratic Party to pick someone else.” Fried discusses potential Democratic candidates to replace Platner and the legacy of Republican Maine Senator Susan Collins, against whom they would be running in November.

LIVE Election Results With TWITCHY! Primary Night in New York, Maryland, and South Carolina

LIVE Election Results With TWITCHY! Primary Night in New York, Maryland, and South Carolina

Michigan Senate primary down to AIPAC favorite vs. progressive Israel critic after McMorrow drops out

The Michigan state senator declined to endorse either Haley Stevens or Abdul El-Sayed in a race that Democrats nationwide believe is key to retaking the Senate in the 2026 midterms

US judge blocks subpoenas to Minnesota officials in DOJ immigration probe

US judge blocks subpoenas to Minnesota officials in DOJ immigration probe

Massachusetts High Court Blocks Rent Control Ballot Measure

Rent control won't be on the ballot for Massachusetts this year following a stunning ruling Tuesday by the state's highest court.

Democrats search for Maine Senate candidate after allegations force Platner out

Maine Democrats are scrambling to pick a new Senate candidate as the scandal-plagued winner of last month's primary says he's withdrawing from the race. Graham Platner announced his decision to step away following new allegations of sexual assault. The Democrats have just 18 days to name a replacement nominee to take on GOP Sen. Susan Collins. Geoff Bennett discussed more with Ashley Etienne.

After ballot errors, Maryland voters weigh trust in election process

BALTIMORE — After erroneous ballots were mailed to Maryland residents earlier this year, Tuesday’s primary election was not just a referendum on candidates, but on how to vote as well. At Bel Air High School, Michael Peters said people should...

Federal judge says Supreme Court decisions show ‘emerging pragmatic conservatism’

The federal judge focused on birthright citizenship and the Mississippi mail-in ballot law

Judge blocks subpoenas of Minnesota officials

Judge blocks subpoenas of Minnesota officials

Hard-Liner Wins G.O.P. Nomination for Governor in Maryland

Dan Cox, a hard-right former state lawmaker, will once again face Wes Moore in the race for governor of Maryland, having won the Republican nomination on Tuesday, The Associated Press said. Gov. Moore, who is running for re-election, defeated Mr. Cox in 2022 by 32 percentage points. Mr. Cox bested a crowded Republican field, few []

Ex-New Hampshire lawmaker jailed for 33 years over child sexual exploitation charges

The first openly transgender state representative in New Hampshire gets 33 years for horrendous acts of child sexual exploitation. A Massachusetts judge sentenced 42-year-old Stacie-Marie Laughton to 33 years in prison on Thursday, June 18, after she pleaded guilty to three counts of sexual exploitation of children. Laughton was elected to the House of Representatives...

Supreme Court Deals Major Blow to Trump on Birthright Citizenship

The Supreme Court handed down another round of key rulings during the final day of its term, including striking down an effort by President Donald Trump to limit birthright citizenship. The high court handed conservatives a win by upholding state laws that bar transgender athletes from joining girls’ sports teams. NBC’s Laura Jarrett reports for TODAY.

Michigan Democrat Mallory McMorrow Suspends Senate Campaign

Democrat Mallory McMorrow was polling lower than her opponents ahead of the primary.

[Photo] JUST IN: (Reuters) US judge blocks subpoenas to Minnesota officials in DOJ immigration [...]

JUST IN: (Reuters) US judge blocks subpoenas to Minnesota officials in DOJ immigration probe.

Alex Vindman raised $8.5M for Senate run, beating own first quarter totals

The Democrat aims to unseat Ashley Moody in November. The post Alex Vindman raised 8.5M for Senate run, beating own first quarter totals appeared first on Florida Politics - Campaigns Elections. Lobbying Government..

Who takes Lindsey Graham's Senate seat next?

Who takes Lindsey Graham's Senate seat next?

Across Lake Champlain, MAGA candidate wins primary, punishes press

What a difference a lake makes! The post Across Lake Champlain, MAGA candidate wins primary, punishes press first appeared on Vermont Daily Chronicle. The post Across Lake Champlain, MAGA candidate wins primary, punishes press appeared first on Vermont Daily Chronicle.

The slopulist tendency in American politics

I am not saying this to take any position in the Michigan Senate primary — the candidate I most liked from afar dropped out and I am happy to defer to Michigan voters about the other two — and I don’t mind a little harmless pandering. But this is really not harmless: This is pernicious, [] The post The slopulist tendency in American politics appeared first on Lawyers, Guns Money.