Politics & Elections
12 storiesThe editorial mix includes voter guides, candidate profiles, ballot explainers and results and process updates, with absentee voting and general elections shaping follow-up. Politics & Elections keeps the reader focused on the evidence, timeline and real-world consequence.
Three Candidates Compete for Danville Town Council Seats in November
Danville, California will see three candidates-one incumbent and two newcomers-competing for two at-large seats on the Town Council this November, following the decision of one current member not to seek re-election.
Michigan Charges 5 Noncitizens With Alleged 2024 Election Voting
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has charged five noncitizens and one U.S. citizen in connection with alleged illegal voting in the 2024 general election. Ten other cases were closed, and 22 remain under investigation statewide.
Oakland County Approves $1.5M for Ferndale Planned Parenthood Clinic
Oakland County commissioners have allocated up to $1.5 million to support Planned Parenthood's Ferndale clinic, ensuring continued reproductive health services after closures in Livonia and Warren. The funding extends operations through August 2028.
John James Selects Jay DeBoyer as Running Mate for Michigan Governor
Michigan gubernatorial candidate John James has named state Rep. Jay DeBoyer as his pick for lieutenant governor. The selection, if confirmed, would mark a shift in the Michigan GOP's statewide ticket ahead of the November 3 general election.
Luke Bronin Unseats John Larson in Connecticut Congressional Primary
Former Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin has defeated 14-term incumbent John Larson in the Democratic primary for Connecticut's 1st Congressional District, ending Larson's 25-year tenure in the U.S. House and signaling a generational shift.
Jack Fazzino, Chris Shea Win Key Connecticut Primary Races
Jack Fazzino secured the Democratic nomination for State Senate in Connecticut's 13th District, while Chris Shea won the Republican primary for the 5th Congressional District. Both will appear on the November general election ballot.
Minnesota Sets November Ballot for Governor and U.S. Senate Races
Minnesota voters have chosen their party nominees for governor and U.S. Senate, finalizing the candidates who will compete in two of the state's most closely watched races this November.
Hamden State Rep. Elliott Concedes Democratic Primary to Lamont
Hamden State Rep. Josh Elliott was defeated by Gov. Ned Lamont in Connecticut's Democratic primary, with Lamont securing nearly 68% of the vote. Lamont will now face Republican Ryan Fazio in the November general election.
Michigan Allocates $150M for One-Time Educator Bonuses in 2026
Michigan public schools will distribute $150 million in one-time bonuses to educators and staff this year, with amounts determined by local districts and unions. The payments aim to offset rising costs as leaders debate long-term solutions.
Trump Administration Targets Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan Senate Race
The White House and national Republicans have launched direct attacks on Abdul El-Sayed after his Democratic primary win in Michigan, signaling the high stakes of the upcoming Senate race against GOP candidate Mike Rogers.
El-Sayed Faces Challenge Uniting Michigan Democrats for Senate Race
Abdul El-Sayed is working to bring together Michigan Democrats after a divisive primary, but skepticism among Black and Jewish voters could affect his campaign as he prepares to face Republican Mike Rogers in November
Federal Election Security Review Halted After Voting Machine Findings
A federal review of Dominion voting systems in Puerto Rico was abruptly stopped after researchers found serious vulnerabilities but no evidence of vote tampering, raising questions about political pressure on election security work ahead of the 2024 midterms.