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Republicans Oppose Kristen Clarke for DOJ Job in Latest Attack on Voting Rights
If she wins the vote, the longtime voting rights champion would be the first Black woman to hold the position.
The GOP Continues to Rally Around Trumpian “Stop the Steal” Rhetoric
The Trump cult is convinced that it is literally impossible for them to legitimately lose elections.
Texas Democrats Fought GOP Voter Suppression Bill Through the Night
Democrats were able to remove language from the bill that was plucked straight from Jim Crow, but the fight isn't over.
Rand Paul and ALEC Are Working Together to Suppress the Vote
Paul is recycling falsehoods about voter fraud that Trump and many GOP politicians perpetuated after the 2020 election.
Florida’s DeSantis Bars All Media Except Fox at Voter Suppression Bill Signing
Gov. Ron DeSantis made the signing of the bill, which affects the voting rights of millions, a “Fox exclusive” event.
Conspiracy Theorist Hired by GOP to Lead Arizona Recount Cost Taxpayers $150,000
The audit of 2.1 million ballots is spearheaded by a company founded by a man who believes in Trump’s Big Lie.
Observers Look to Upcoming Texas Election as Marker of Trump’s Influence on GOP
A special election in Texas’ 6th Congressional District on Saturday could test Trump's influence on elections.
Bills Targeting Local Officials Could Allow GOP to Overturn Election Results
Republicans in at least 14 states are trying to seize power from local election offices in response to Trump’s lies.
Poll Finds More Democrats Are Enthusiastic About Voting in 2022 Than Republicans
There are several seats up for grabs in 2022 that could be hotly contested by progressives.
13 States Set to Copy Georgia Law Restricting Independence of Election Officials
The bills target local officials, who were crucial in protecting the will of the voters from Trump’s challenges.