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Threats Rise as Courts Decide Trump’s 2024 Ballot in Maine, Colorado
"Democracy and peace will triumph over tyranny and violence," said Colorado Democratic Secretary of State Jena Griswold.
FEC Urges Congress to Close Foreign Money Loophole
Current law permits political spending by foreign nationals and corporations on state and local ballot measures.
Trump Booted From Maine Ballot
The ruling comes after Colorado's Supreme Court disqualified the former president for his role in the January 6 events.
Alaska Considers Joining Colorado in Disqualifying Trump From Primary Ballot
After the recent ruling in Colorado, other states are weighing in on Trump’s eligibility to appear on election ballots.
2023 Was a Bad Year for Joe Biden
Voters are still upset about inflation, but it’s the destruction of Gaza that could haunt Biden in 2024.
Trump to Remain on Michigan’s Primary Ballot, State’s Top Court Says
However, Trump faces more challenges to his eligibility for the November ballot if he becomes the Republican nominee.
Will Maine Become the Second State to Disqualify Trump From the Ballot?
Should Trump become the GOP nominee, disqualification in purple Maine would likely affect the Electoral College tally.
2023 Saw a Growing Pro-Democracy Movement Win Voting Access Gains
State lawmakers have been pushed to make pro-democracy reforms in the absence of federal legislation to protect voters.
Buried in Legal Challenges and Debt, Giuliani Files for Bankruptcy
The defamed election workers “may not collect $148 million, but they can collect every penny he has,” one expert said.
Trump Echoing Fascists Doesn’t Dissuade Likely GOP Iowa Caucusgoers
43 percent say it doesn’t matter that Trump said he would have “no choice” but to lock up his political opponents.