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Tennessee GOP House Speaker Suspends Dems From Committees for Voting Map Protest
All 24 Democrats in the state House voted against new congressional maps that benefit the GOP candidate in the midterms.
Far Right Reform Party Saw Big Wins in UK Local Elections at Labor Party’s Cost
The Green Party also won control of several local councils, while Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces calls to resign.
Louisiana Hearing Erupts Over GOP Push to Eliminate Majority-Black Districts
"He’s suggesting he’s not racist. I suggest we look at his work,” a Louisiana lawmaker said during heated map debate.
Only 16 House Races Are Actually Competitive in 2026 Midterms, Analysis Finds
The lack of competitive seats compared to past years is likely the result of partisan gerrymandering.
More Than 50 Election-Denying Candidates Running for Positions to Oversee Voting
The candidates are running in 23 states and would, if victorious, have a direct role in certifying future elections.
Canceled House Races Cause Confusion as Louisiana Early Voting Begins
Trump pushes GOP to reshape districts, adding pressure as Louisiana voters face election turmoil.
CA’s Flawed Primary System Could Result in Deep-Blue State Electing GOP Governor
The state’s messy primary underscores the urgent need for ranked-choice voting in California -- and beyond.
Civil Rights Lawyer: SCOTUS Voting Rights Ruling Is “Free Pass to Discriminate”
The court struck down Louisiana’s voting map that was designed to create a second majority-Black district in the state.
New Florida Redistricting Map Could Deliver 4 New House Seats to GOP in Midterms
Polls show that a majority of Floridians don’t support the redistricting effort led by Gov. Ron DeSantis.
Ron DeSantis Sends Gerrymandered Congressional Map to Florida Legislature
The map is predicted to add four more GOP seats, the latest in a wave of partisan redistricting ahead of the midterms.