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Signatures submitted for Colorado graduated income tax measure that competes with proposed income tax cap initiative

In Colorado, signatures were submitted to the secretary of state on August 3, 2026, for a ballot initiative to establish a graduated income tax.

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Spanberger restores voting rights to thousands of individuals with felony convictions in return to previous governors' processes

On July 31, Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D) announced that since taking office on Jan. 17, she has restored the voting rights of 66,085 Virginia residents with felony convictions.

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Michigan’s high-stakes Democratic primary for US Senate seat too close to call – as it happened

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Trump's Approval Turns Negative in 11 Red States He Won by Double Digits According to Civiqs Online Poll

A Civiqs online poll, backed by scientific list-based sampling of registered voters rather than informal web pop-ups, shows Donald Trump's net approval plunging to -24% nationwide and turning negative across 11 red states and every 2024 battleground.

Latin Times

MAGA Lawmaker Max Miller Demands Official Ethics Investigation of Himself To Defend Against Abuse Claims

Ohio Congressman Max Miller has requested a House Ethics Committee investigation into domestic abuse allegations against him, aiming to clear his name amid mounting political pressure.

International Business Times UK

Trump Forces Builders To Rip up New White House Helipad After Frantic Around-The-Clock Shifts

President Trump has halted the White House helipad project, citing dissatisfaction with its design and the South Lawn's slope, potentially increasing costs and delaying completion.

International Business Times UK

Lawyer says Wisconsin imam was tortured into confessing before deportation bid

A former attorney says Israeli authorities coerced the leader of Wisconsin’s largest mosque into confessing to crimes and that the U.S. is wrongfully relying on those convictions to deport him

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Jay Clayton sworn in as US director of national intelligence

After a bumpy confirmation hearing, Clayton replaces acting director Bill Pulte to head US intelligence agencies

The Guardian - US

Kansas Supreme Court allows three-day grace period for mail ballots to be temporarily reinstated ahead of primary

Welcome to Ballot Bulletin: Ballotpedia's Weekly Election Policy Digest. Every Tuesday, we deliver the latest updates on election policy around the country, including nationwide trends and recent legislative activity.

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Wisconsin judge rules that paper absentee ballots violate rights of certain disabled people

A judge has ruled that absentee voting in Wisconsin discriminates against disabled voters, siding with groups that are seeking to force elections officials to allow for electronic ballots

The Independent UK

Appeals court rules Trump’s EPA improperly ended billions in climate funding

This closely divided ruling represents a setback for the Trump administration

The Independent UK

'White House Set To Extend Jones Act Waiver As Trump Hunts For Cheaper Gasoline' - Reuters Exclusive

WASHINGTON/HOUSTON, Aug 4 (Reuters) - The White House is expected to extend a waiver of the century-old Jones Act in the coming days, sources say, reaching for one of the few tools it has to try and hold down gasoline prices as President Donald Trump escalates his attacks on Exxon…

Benzinga

Trump’s National Guard deployment in DC to cost $1.4B more

The figure offers a glimpse of how much taxpayer money will be spent on a deployment that has been criticized by local officials

The Independent UK

'Clinging to His Power': Mitch McConnell's Wife Accused of Pulling the Strings Amid Health Mystery

A second photo of Mitch McConnell and Elaine Chao fuels conspiracy theories about his health and her political influence, as questions arise over the photo's authenticity and Chao's recent actions.

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Donald Trump Jr paid ex Kimberly Guilfoyle $7.6 million to get out of Florida mansion they shared

Deed records in Palm Beach County indicate the eldest Trump son paid his ex-fiancée $7.6 million for her share of their Jupiter, Florida, home

The Times of India

US judge blocks New York's ban on ICE officers wearing face masks

A federal judge has temporarily blocked New York from enforcing a law that bars US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents from wearing face coverings and requires them to display visible identification, ruling that the measures are likely unconstitutional.

Latin Times

Steve Bannon Urges Trump to Replace DHS Secretary, Focus on Mass Deportations: 'Mullin Is the Wrong Guy at the Wrong Time'

Mullin said in a recent event that the U.S. should expand permanent employment-based visas in sectors facing chronic labor shortages, drawing backlash from conversative figures

Latin Times

ICE Booked Over 46,000 People Last Month — Its Busiest Stretch Yet Under Trump

ICE booked over 46,000 people in July, a second straight record month, as fatal traffic stops, airport arrests, and withheld data draw scrutiny.

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ICE Is Arresting 20 to 40 Migrants a Day at U.S. Airports, Report Claims

The expanded enforcement has drawn attention after videos showed plainclothes ICE agents detaining passengers at boarding gates, airport corridors and even aboard aircraft

International Business Times

Todd Blanche Clears Key Hurdle To Become The Next AG After Backtracking On 'Anti-Weaponization' Fund

The Senate Judiciary Committee approved Todd Blanche's nomination to be the next attorney general after getting assurances that the controversial "anti-weaponization" fund is dead.

The Guardian - US

Ohio Republican Max Miller faces growing calls to resign over domestic abuse allegations

Miller calls women accusing him liars as Republican senator Bernie Moreno says former son-in-law unfit for Congress

International Business Times UK

'They Are Murder Victims': Classified Documents Reportedly Reveal Trump Pentagon Killed Civilians at Sea

Senator Tim Kaine questions the legality of US military strikes on alleged drug boats, citing potential innocent casualties and ineffective drug flow disruption.

The Guardian - US

Todd Blanche’s attorney general nomination will advance to full US Senate vote

Blanche, formerly Trump’s personal lawyer, confirmed in writing that $1.8bn slush fund for president’s allies was dead

International Business Times

A Republican Lawmaker Is Facing Abuse Allegations. Trump Called To Let Him Know 'Things Aren't Looking Good' For His Reelection Prospects

President Trump reportedly called Republican Congressman Max Miller to let him know that "things aren't looking good" following accusations that he assaulted his ex-wife and their child.

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Ethics Committee launches probe into Max Miller

The House Ethics Committee announced Tuesday it will investigate allegations of domestic violence and abuse and illegal drug use against Ohio Republican Rep. Max Miller. The announcement comes after Miller wrote on X that he was asking the panel to look into him and that he has “absolutely nothing to…

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