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Before Trump, there was a long history of race-baiting, fear-mongering and building walls on the US-Mexico border

Last month, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump delivered a one-hour address on the danger of illegal immigration to the United States. His stage was the US-Mexico border in Arizona and the set piece of his performance was the border wall.

The Conversation · Sep 25, 2024

Federal Judge Blocks Alabama Law Limiting Absentee Ballot Help

Federal judge in Alabama issues injunction on part of new law limiting absentee ballot assistance, citing Voting Rights Act violations.

Top News · Sep 25, 2024

US Senate votes unanimously to hold hospital CEO in criminal contempt

Ralph de la Torre, paid at least $250m by Steward Health Care amid facility issues and closures, ignored subpoena

The Guardian - US · Sep 25, 2024

Democrats ask judge to force Georgia’s GOP governor to purge Trump’s allies from ‘rogue’ elections board

Ex-president’s allies on elections board have made enemies among Republicans and Democrats in their push to open up avenues for decertification of elections

The Independent UK · Sep 25, 2024

Trump Falsely Accuses Democrats Of Exploiting Overseas Voting Program

Debunking Trump's false claims about UOCAVA; overseas voting process secure and vital.

Top News · Sep 25, 2024

Harris says cost of living ‘still too high’ as she lays out economic agenda

Democratic presidential nominee fleshed out economic vision for middle class and small businesses

The Guardian - US · Sep 25, 2024

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs laws to curb oil and gas pollution near neighborhoods

California Gov. Gavin has signed new laws to reduce oil and gas pollution

The Independent UK · Sep 25, 2024

Rep. Ocasio-Cortez says New York City mayor should resign

U.S. Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is calling on New York City Mayor Eric Adams to resign amid escalating federal criminal investigations that have led to resignations of top members of his administration as well as growing concerns over his ability to govern

The Independent UK · Sep 25, 2024

Half of Mark Robinson’s staffers leave lieutenant governor’s office after dramatic campaign exodus

Candidate who allegedly referred to himself as a ‘Black Nazi’ on porn forum sees staff quit in droves

The Independent UK · Sep 25, 2024

In a US presidential election with razor-thin margins, will ‘couch-sitters’ decide who wins?

In countries with compulsory voting, such as Australia and many in Latin America, the system usually ensures an overwhelming majority of voters cast their ballots election after election.

The Conversation · Sep 25, 2024