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State lawmakers enacted 37 bills on ballot measures and direct democracy through mid-2026

States have enacted 37 bills and resolutions concerning the three powers of direct democracy in the U.S. — the ballot initiative, referendum, and recall election — in 2026, through Aug. 5, 2026. The average number of bills and resolutions enacted per year from 2018 to 2025 was 41.

Ballotpedia · Aug 6

James Talarico rolls out economic agenda that takes aim at “false Gospel of trickle-down economics”

Like his U.S. Senate rival, Ken Paxton, the Austin state lawmaker introduced a plan to address what he called an “affordability crisis.” But they differed on who is to blame for rising costs.

The Texas Tribune · Aug 6

DOJ Tells Judge: Jan. 6 Rioters' Lawsuit Came Years Too Late

DOJ asks a judge to dismiss Jan. 6 rioters' excessive-force lawsuit, arguing plaintiffs missed the two-year deadline to sue the federal government.

Latin Times · Aug 6

How Abdul El-Sayed went from political oblivion to progressive breakthrough in Michigan Senate race

Abdul El-Sayed narrowly won Michigan's U.S. Senate primary, defeating Representative Haley Stevens. He will now face Republican Mike Rogers in the general election contest. El-Sayed's progressive agenda overcame significant outside spending and establishment backing. His victory is seen as a key test for the progressive movement in a swing state.…

The Economic Times · Aug 6

'Biggest attack since World War II': What stopped massive US strike on Iran? Trump reveals

US President Donald Trump said that the United States was on the verge of launching what he described as the "biggest attack since World War II" on Iran before Tehran reached out to seek talks. He claimed that the prospect of a massive military strike pushed Iran back to the…

The Times of India · Aug 6

DSA Makes It Official: Endorsed Candidates Must Back Abolishing the Senate, Presidency and Supreme Court

The Democratic Socialists of America propose abolishing the Senate and Electoral College, advocating for a parliamentary democracy and public ownership of industries, sparking debate among progressive candidates.

International Business Times UK · Aug 5

Man arrested at Trump’s California golf course wore earpiece and took photos, police say

Jeanine John Taele faces new weapons charges as details of ‘suspicious’ behavior ahead of president’s visit emerge

The Guardian - US · Aug 5

Reformists oppose delay to Social Security vote

A social security reform group on Wednesday petitioned the Central Administrative Court to revoke the postponement of the Social Security Board election. It argued that election officials had misinterpreted an earlier court order and delayed the entire process without sufficient legal grounds.

Bangkok Post · Aug 5

Terry Carmack Under Fire as He Refuses to Clarify Sen Mitch McConnell's Condition: 'Silence Means He's Dead'

Terry Carmack, Mitch McConnell's chief of staff, faces backlash after a viral X video showed him stonewalling questions about the missing senator's health and calls for a proof‑of‑life update.

International Business Times UK · Aug 5

Ted Cruz Claims DSA and Muslim Brotherhood Share a 'Revolutionary' Goal To Overthrow the US Constitution

Senator Ted Cruz raises concerns about alleged collaboration between the Democratic Socialists of America and the Muslim Brotherhood, suggesting shared revolutionary goals to overthrow the US Constitution.

International Business Times UK · Aug 5