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US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Trump Signs Executive Order Requiring Proof of Citizenship to Vote in Elections

Trump's executive order mandates proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration to combat alleged voter fraud.
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Democrats Sue Trump Over Executive Order on Elections

Democrats filed a lawsuit against Trump's executive order on voting, claiming it violates constitutional authority over electoral processes.
US Elections
fromwww.esquire.com
2 months ago

Judge Kills North Carolina Judge Jefferson Griffin's Attempt to Subvert Election Results

Republicans' efforts to challenge election results in North Carolina failed as courts upheld the Democrat's victory, raising concerns about future election integrity.
US Elections
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

AG James moves to halt Trump's executive order on elections, citing threat to voter access | amNewYork

Attorney General Letitia James leads a coalition to block Trump's election integrity order, citing it as unconstitutional and detrimental to voter access.
US Elections
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Trump Assumes Unheard-of Powers in Ordering Federal Overhaul of Elections

Trump's executive order on election integrity is criticized as an unconstitutional attempt to undermine democracy and restrict voter access.
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Trump Signs Executive Order Requiring Proof of Citizenship to Vote in Elections

Trump's executive order mandates proof of U.S. citizenship for voter registration to combat alleged voter fraud.
US Elections
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Democrats Sue Trump Over Executive Order on Elections

Democrats filed a lawsuit against Trump's executive order on voting, claiming it violates constitutional authority over electoral processes.
US Elections
fromwww.esquire.com
2 months ago

Judge Kills North Carolina Judge Jefferson Griffin's Attempt to Subvert Election Results

Republicans' efforts to challenge election results in North Carolina failed as courts upheld the Democrat's victory, raising concerns about future election integrity.
US Elections
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

AG James moves to halt Trump's executive order on elections, citing threat to voter access | amNewYork

Attorney General Letitia James leads a coalition to block Trump's election integrity order, citing it as unconstitutional and detrimental to voter access.
US Elections
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Trump Assumes Unheard-of Powers in Ordering Federal Overhaul of Elections

Trump's executive order on election integrity is criticized as an unconstitutional attempt to undermine democracy and restrict voter access.
#citizenship-verification
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

Baseball's midsummer classic gets underway in Atlanta | CBC News

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was set to start at first base and bat fifth for the American League in the Major League Baseball all-star game, anchoring a powerful batting order.
Major League Baseball
fromFast Company
1 day ago

'Good Trouble Lives On': July 17 to see protests against Trump in all 50 states over voting rights, racial justice. Here's what to know

The "Good Trouble Lives On" protests on July 17 aim to promote racial justice and voting rights while honoring the legacy of Congressman John Lewis.
US politics
#democracy
US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

18 states sue over Trump's voting executive order, arguing it's unconstitutional

Eighteen states challenge Trump's executive order on voting, claiming it infringes on constitutional rights and threatens voter access.
NYC politics
fromBallotpedia
1 month ago

As NYC votes in 2025 mayoral primary, a look back at the 1833 ballot measure that allowed New Yorkers to elect their mayors - Ballotpedia News

The 1833 ballot measure enabling New Yorkers to elect their mayors led to the highest election margin in U.S. history.
US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

18 states sue over Trump's voting executive order, arguing it's unconstitutional

Eighteen states challenge Trump's executive order on voting, claiming it infringes on constitutional rights and threatens voter access.
NYC politics
fromBallotpedia
1 month ago

As NYC votes in 2025 mayoral primary, a look back at the 1833 ballot measure that allowed New Yorkers to elect their mayors - Ballotpedia News

The 1833 ballot measure enabling New Yorkers to elect their mayors led to the highest election margin in U.S. history.
#legal-case
fromA Philosopher's Blog
1 week ago

Expand or Suppress Voting?

Democrats focus on getting more voters to support them by making voting easier, while Republicans aim to reduce the number of votes for Democrats.
philosophy
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Fionnan Sheahan: Chasing that Mary Robinson moment - the presidential race gives Sinn Fein a shot to get its mojo back

Sinn Féin claims that "the president of Ireland is the president of all of Ireland," which overlooks the strong sentiments of the unionist community in Northern Ireland.
US politics
#supreme-court
US politics
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

How Appealing Weekly Roundup - Above the Law

Significant legal developments on voting, abortion, and the influence of Trump's political maneuvers reflect ongoing tensions in U.S. justice and governance.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

New congressional district gives voice to Black voters in Alabama

Alabama's congressional map change enhances representation for Black voters after a successful lawsuit.
US Elections
fromTruthout
3 months ago

North Carolina Supreme Court Partially Upholds GOP "Bloodless Coup" Ballot Purge

North Carolina Supreme Court partially supports Republican candidate's challenge over 65,000 ballots, impacting military and overseas voter rights.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

How Appealing Weekly Roundup - Above the Law

Significant legal developments on voting, abortion, and the influence of Trump's political maneuvers reflect ongoing tensions in U.S. justice and governance.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

New congressional district gives voice to Black voters in Alabama

Alabama's congressional map change enhances representation for Black voters after a successful lawsuit.
US Elections
fromTruthout
3 months ago

North Carolina Supreme Court Partially Upholds GOP "Bloodless Coup" Ballot Purge

North Carolina Supreme Court partially supports Republican candidate's challenge over 65,000 ballots, impacting military and overseas voter rights.
#legislation
US Elections
fromTruthout
1 month ago

State Voter Suppression Bills Could Disenfranchise Millions Ahead of Midterm Elections

Republicans are pushing proof of citizenship laws that could disenfranchise millions ahead of elections.
US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

What the SAVE Act could mean for millions of voters, according to a Brennan Center expert

The SAVE Act may hinder voter registration by requiring proof of citizenship, impacting millions of eligible Americans.
US Elections
fromTruthout
1 month ago

State Voter Suppression Bills Could Disenfranchise Millions Ahead of Midterm Elections

Republicans are pushing proof of citizenship laws that could disenfranchise millions ahead of elections.
US Elections
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

What the SAVE Act could mean for millions of voters, according to a Brennan Center expert

The SAVE Act may hinder voter registration by requiring proof of citizenship, impacting millions of eligible Americans.
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Law School Dean Shrugs Off Trump Judge Giving Top Grade To 'Constitution Is For White People' Paper - Above the Law

The issue isn't really about changing the grade THIS paper got - schools shouldn't generally change grades after the fact - it's what the hell is the school doing to prospectively address a professor who thinks this kind of paper is good.
Right-wing politics
#north-carolina
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

North Carolina judges back Republican colleague in bid to toss votes and overturn election

A North Carolina court ruling may discard over 65,000 ballots, potentially changing the outcome of the state supreme court election.
fromSCSJ
3 weeks ago
Social justice

NC's Missing Voters: SCSJ, Demos Detail Gap in Voter Participation

US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

North Carolina judges back Republican colleague in bid to toss votes and overturn election

A North Carolina court ruling may discard over 65,000 ballots, potentially changing the outcome of the state supreme court election.
fromSCSJ
3 weeks ago
Social justice

NC's Missing Voters: SCSJ, Demos Detail Gap in Voter Participation

#election-law
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

NY Attorney General Letitia James hails court win over President Trump's elections directive

NY Attorney General Letitia James wins court order against Trump’s election executive order, protecting voter rights.
US Elections
fromTruthout
1 month ago

A Second Federal Judge Blocks Parts of Trump's Executive Order on Elections

A federal judge blocked parts of Trump's executive order that could restrict voter registration and access based on citizenship proof requirements.
US Elections
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Judge blocks Trump's election executive order requiring proof of citizenship for voters

A federal judge blocked Trump's executive order to change election processes, citing constitutional issues raised by Democratic state attorneys general.
Social justice
fromSCSJ
3 months ago

Statement on NC Supreme Court Decision in Griffin Election Protests

The North Carolina Supreme Court decision disqualifies military and overseas voters, raising concerns over election fairness and the rule of law.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

NY Attorney General Letitia James hails court win over President Trump's elections directive

NY Attorney General Letitia James wins court order against Trump’s election executive order, protecting voter rights.
US Elections
fromTruthout
1 month ago

A Second Federal Judge Blocks Parts of Trump's Executive Order on Elections

A federal judge blocked parts of Trump's executive order that could restrict voter registration and access based on citizenship proof requirements.
US Elections
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Judge blocks Trump's election executive order requiring proof of citizenship for voters

A federal judge blocked Trump's executive order to change election processes, citing constitutional issues raised by Democratic state attorneys general.
Social justice
fromSCSJ
3 months ago

Statement on NC Supreme Court Decision in Griffin Election Protests

The North Carolina Supreme Court decision disqualifies military and overseas voters, raising concerns over election fairness and the rule of law.
#immigration
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
US Elections

Iraqi man charged with illegally voting in 2020 election in New York after Elon Musk's DOGE aided investigation

fromNew York Post
2 months ago
US Elections

Iraqi man charged with illegally voting in 2020 election in New York after Elon Musk's DOGE aided investigation

#legal-challenges
US Elections
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

Federal judge sides with attorneys general in lawsuit against Trump's election reforms

A federal judge blocked Trump's election overhaul, affirming state rights and constitutional limits on presidential power over elections.
US Elections
fromFast Company
3 months ago

DNC sues Trump administration over executive order that could disenfranchise voters

Trump's executive order on elections faces legal challenges due to claims of unconstitutionality.
Lawsuits argue that the president lacks authority to dictate election rules.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Second judge rejects parts of Trump's order to require proof of citizenship to vote in elections

Trump's executive order requiring documentary proof of citizenship to vote has been partially blocked by a federal judge.
fromABA Journal
1 month ago
US Elections

Judge blocks Trump order on federal elections, says changes 'could create chaos and confusion'

US Elections
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

Federal judge sides with attorneys general in lawsuit against Trump's election reforms

A federal judge blocked Trump's election overhaul, affirming state rights and constitutional limits on presidential power over elections.
US Elections
fromFast Company
3 months ago

DNC sues Trump administration over executive order that could disenfranchise voters

Trump's executive order on elections faces legal challenges due to claims of unconstitutionality.
Lawsuits argue that the president lacks authority to dictate election rules.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Second judge rejects parts of Trump's order to require proof of citizenship to vote in elections

Trump's executive order requiring documentary proof of citizenship to vote has been partially blocked by a federal judge.
fromABA Journal
1 month ago
US Elections

Judge blocks Trump order on federal elections, says changes 'could create chaos and confusion'

US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

A 2nd judge halts more of Trump's voting executive order

A federal judge has blocked additional provisions of Trump's voting executive order, affirming states' rights to manage elections without federal interference.
#elections
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

A federal appeals panel has made enforcing the Voting Rights Act harder in 7 states

The 8th Circuit ruling restricts private enforcement of the Voting Rights Act's Section 2, complicating racial discrimination lawsuits.
US Elections
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

California among 19 states suing to block Trump election order, calling it unconstitutional

Democratic officials in 19 states have filed a lawsuit against Trump's election executive order, alleging it's unconstitutional and infringes on state election authority.
US Elections
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Democrats Won a NC Supreme Court Seat. But They Lost Something Important.

Republicans gained control of North Carolina's election board, potentially impacting the state's voting rules and access.
US Elections
fromwww.twincities.com
2 months ago

Federal judge will hear arguments as groups try to block Trump's executive order on elections

Democratic groups are challenging Trump's executive order on elections, claiming it oversteps presidential authority and is unconstitutional.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

A federal appeals panel has made enforcing the Voting Rights Act harder in 7 states

The 8th Circuit ruling restricts private enforcement of the Voting Rights Act's Section 2, complicating racial discrimination lawsuits.
US Elections
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

California among 19 states suing to block Trump election order, calling it unconstitutional

Democratic officials in 19 states have filed a lawsuit against Trump's election executive order, alleging it's unconstitutional and infringes on state election authority.
US Elections
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Democrats Won a NC Supreme Court Seat. But They Lost Something Important.

Republicans gained control of North Carolina's election board, potentially impacting the state's voting rules and access.
US Elections
fromwww.twincities.com
2 months ago

Federal judge will hear arguments as groups try to block Trump's executive order on elections

Democratic groups are challenging Trump's executive order on elections, claiming it oversteps presidential authority and is unconstitutional.
SF politics
fromTruthout
1 month ago

GOP State Lawmakers Are Attempting to Undermine Ballot Measures Passed by Voters

Republican lawmakers nationwide are trying to restrict or undo voter-approved initiatives, particularly on abortion and employee benefits.
fromwww.thelocal.fr
1 month ago

Will Brits in France get voting rights back after court victory?

"I am extremely happy about the result. When I went to get the ruling from the court I was extremely surprised because I was expecting a knock on the knuckles."
France politics
Left-wing politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Washington Post columnist Jonathan Capeheart quits editorial board over dispute with white colleague: 'Robbing me of my humanity'

Jonathan Capehart quit the Washington Post editorial board over a disagreement on voting law editorials that he felt disregarded his identity and perspective.
#trump
US Elections
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Trump Has Taken a Renewed Interest in the Conspirators Who Infiltrated 2020 Voting Machines

Trump's pardoning of insurrectionists reflects his continued disregard for the rule of law and election integrity.
Black Lives Matter
fromMiami Herald
3 months ago

60 years after 'Bloody Sunday,' Trump's order on voting rights is Jim Crow all over | Opinion

The timing of Trump's electoral overhaul announcement raises concerns about its significance on the International Day of Remembrance.
US Elections
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Trump Has Taken a Renewed Interest in the Conspirators Who Infiltrated 2020 Voting Machines

Trump's pardoning of insurrectionists reflects his continued disregard for the rule of law and election integrity.
Black Lives Matter
fromMiami Herald
3 months ago

60 years after 'Bloody Sunday,' Trump's order on voting rights is Jim Crow all over | Opinion

The timing of Trump's electoral overhaul announcement raises concerns about its significance on the International Day of Remembrance.
#save-act
Law
fromabovethelaw.com
2 months ago

Morning Docket: 05.09.25

Law partners and associates are plotting exits from their firms, indicating industry dissatisfaction.
The UK has authorized its first fully AI law firm, raising ethical concerns.
Celsius founder sentenced to 12 years for crypto fraud—a serious warning for the industry.
Alabama gerrymandering violation reinforces the need for fair electoral practices.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Court rules Alabama redistricting intentionally discriminates against Black voters

The Alabama congressional map was found unconstitutional for diluting Black voting strength, violating the Voting Rights Act.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Gilroy narrows down to two maps in districting saga

No city has won a lawsuit against districting under the state election law, and some, including Santa Clara, have had to pay out millions in legal fees after attempting to fight it.
Mission District
US politics
fromScary Mommy
2 months ago

New Study Finds That Girls Who See Women Run For Political Office Are More Likely To Vote As Adults

Exposure to female political candidates boosts voting likelihood for adolescent girls.
#trump-administration
US Elections
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Trump signs executive order calling for proof of US citizenship to vote

Trump's executive order mandates proof of citizenship for voting, which critics argue disenfranchises many marginalized voters.
US Elections
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 months ago

Trump's executive order on elections is far-reaching, but will it actually stick?

Trump's executive order significantly changes election regulations nationwide but faces legal challenges and concerns about voter disenfranchisement.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Trump's justice department appointees remove leadership of voting unit

Trump's DOJ appointees are dismantling key civil rights protections in the voting section, raising concerns over future voter discrimination enforcement.
US Elections
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Trump signs executive order calling for proof of US citizenship to vote

Trump's executive order mandates proof of citizenship for voting, which critics argue disenfranchises many marginalized voters.
US Elections
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 months ago

Trump's executive order on elections is far-reaching, but will it actually stick?

Trump's executive order significantly changes election regulations nationwide but faces legal challenges and concerns about voter disenfranchisement.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Trump's justice department appointees remove leadership of voting unit

Trump's DOJ appointees are dismantling key civil rights protections in the voting section, raising concerns over future voter discrimination enforcement.
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Residents Fight to Protect Threatened Island Community in Georgia Supreme Court

Last year, Sapelo Island residents sued county officials for blocking them from holding a crucial vote that could determine whether they would be displaced from the last Gullah Geechee community on the Georgia coast.
SF politics
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

NYC Mayor Eric Adams' indie spin is a big win for electoral choice

Adams's independent run challenges the flawed primary system in New York, aiming to represent all voters, particularly independents.
philosophy
fromA Philosopher's Blog
3 months ago

Voter Suppression & the Destruction of Political Legitimacy

Political legitimacy stems from the consent of the governed, requiring voting rights and protections against majority tyranny.
US Elections
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

Maybe Don't Take for Granted That You'll Be Able to Vote in the Midterms

The SAVE Act, if passed, would mark a historic shift by Congress toward vote suppression rather than expansion.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Today in History: March 29, Terra-cotta Army' discovered in China

On March 29, 1974, a group of Chinese farmers struck fragments of terra-cotta buried underground, leading to the discovery of over 8,000 soldiers and figures.
US politics
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