Black lawmaker from redrawn Alabama district fights to save his seat
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — When the U.S. Supreme Court gutted the Voting Rights Act this year, U.S. Rep. Shomari figures knew he was going to be targeted. The Republican-controlled Alabama Legislature soon after redrawn 2nd congressional districtone of only…
Trump’s war in Iran hurts Republicans in midterms. But he continues to suggest that things will intensify further after the election.
This story is adapted from the Slatest newsletter. You can register here to receive it in your inbox every day. If the Republicans are defeated in next week’s midterms, Donald Trump’s war in Iran will be a main reason. Many voters see the…
Vatican confirms Pope Leo voted in midterm elections and submitted absentee ballot
The Vatican confirmed Friday that Pope Leo had submitted his absentee ballot, making him the first pontiff in history to vote in a U.S. election. “Pope Leo The Vatican also confirmed that the pope “exercised his right to vote whenever he had…
Mary Peltola scandal over Alaska voter confusion draws no response
Democrats caught cheating just before election Ruthless breaks down an explosive new report about an alleged Democratic plan to manipulate the Alaska Senate race by recruiting candidates to run against Dan Sullivan, raising serious questions for Mary…
Trump officials travel to St. Cloud to announce arrests of allegedly fraudulent Medicaid providers – Minnesota Reformer
Top Trump administration officials announced the arrests of four Medicaid providers at St. Cloud Police Headquarters on Friday, alleging they fraudulently billed for their services. The announcement came a day after federal and state agents raided child…
Two people arrested on suspicion of killing Christina Downer, sister of ‘SNL’ writer.
Nearly a year after Christina Downer disappeared, her actor boyfriend was among two people arrested on suspicion of killing her, Los Angeles police said Friday. Downer’s brother is “Saturday Night Live” writer Jimmy Fowlie. Los Angeles…
Oil company profits soar — again: NPR
A pump jack operates as the sun sets in the Permian Basin near Loving, New Mexico, Tuesday, May 20, 2025. Susan MontoyaBryan/AP hide caption toggle caption I Susan MontoyaBryan/AP Subscribe to the Planet Money newsletter. The world is confused. The…
Democratic 2026 candidates throw Joe Biden under the bus at the border
WASHINGTON — Democratic candidates in the 2026 battleground races are directly criticizing Joe Biden’s handling of border security when he was president, seeking to neutralize a political vulnerability and signaling a new path for the party on the…
Ukrainians evacuated from Russian-occupied Olechky arrive in Belarus – BBC News Africa
Ukrainians evacuated from Russian-occupied Olechky arrive in Belarus BBC Hundreds evacuate Ukrainian town of Oleshky amid ceasefire brokered by Melania Trump CNN Will Melania Trump save Ukraine? Voice Melania ceasefire serves as cover for major…
Lincoln Police conclude investigation into $2.5 million no-bid contract signed by Gov. Pillen
LINCOLN, Neb. (WOWT) – Lincoln Police have concluded their investigation into the $2.5 million no-bid emergency contract awarded by the state. The auditor said the contract “smacks of favoritism” and questioned the nature of the…