Two weeks until Kentucky’s statewide primaries Welcome to the Tuesday, May 2, Brew. Ballotpedia · May 2, 2023
Trump's terrifying emails offer a clue In his fundraising emails, Donald Trump is announcing his evil plans for American society Salon · May 2, 2023
Terrifying reality of ND's abortion ban The new law makes exceptions in the first six weeks for victims of rape and incest. Here's what that really means Salon · May 2, 2023
Yellen breaks the debt ceiling ice The timeline is more urgent than it looks, and a vast chasm remains between the two parties. Axios · May 2, 2023
AP News Digest 3:15 am Here are the AP’s latest coverage plans, top stories and promotable content. All times EDT. For up-to-the minute information on AP’s coverage, visit Coverage Plan. The Independent UK · May 2, 2023
Michigan clerk who denies election results faces recall in divided county Stephanie Scott was stripped of her election authority after she was accused of improperly handling voting equipment The Guardian - US · May 2, 2023
Inside Donald Trump's Irish visit as he's set to make 24-hour 'pitstop' at 5-star resort The former US president is set to land at Shannon Airport from Scotland before heading to his five-star Trump International Golf Links & Hotel Doonbeg in Co Clare. Irish Mirror · May 2, 2023
Senior citizens say pomp and show trump personal campaigning now According to one resident of Bengaluru, “The main difference I can see between then and now is the accessibility of social media. Anything and everything, whether it’s good or bad, people will come to know in a fraction of a second.” The Hindu · May 2, 2023
Muslim mayor says being turned away from White House Eid celebration "reeks of Islamophobia" The long-serving New Jersey mayor was invited to Biden-hosted event, but the U.S. Secret Service denied him entry. Axios · May 2, 2023
Can Biden win again? Here's how past incumbents fared No president wants to give up the power and prestige that comes with the office after only one term, and Joe Biden is no exception The Independent UK · May 2, 2023
DeSantis Competing With Trump For Top GOP Donors As The Florida Governor Trails In The Polls GOP donors are looking for an alternative to Trump As DeSantis dines with the widow of Sheldon Adelson. Zenger · May 2, 2023
Fla. GOP approves voter suppression bill The Miami Herald called out Republicans' intent to "impose barriers and confuse voters" Salon · May 2, 2023
Oklahoma governor signs gender-affirming care ban for kids Oklahoma is the latest state to ban gender-affirming medical care for minors The Independent UK · May 2, 2023
Billionaire GOP Donor Raises Concern About DeSantis’ Interpersonal Skills Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis could soon announce his run for the Republican presidential primary as he remains behind in the polls. Zenger · May 2, 2023
The Independent UK · May 2, 2023 Muslim mayor blocked from White House Eid celebration The U.S. Secret Service says it blocked a Muslim mayor from Prospect Park, New Jersey, from attending a White House celebration with President Joe Biden to belatedly mark the end of the Muslim holy month of Ramadan
The Independent UK · May 1, 2023 DeSantis v Disney: Why Florida’s governor is at war with the Mouse A year-long feud between the governor and the powerful entertainment company has boiled over into legal battles that could shape the company’s future in the state, Alex Woodward writes
The Texas Tribune · May 1, 2023 U.S. Rep. Colin Allred preparing to challenge Ted Cruz in 2024, sources say The former NFL player and civil rights lawyer has been a rising Democratic star in Congress.
The Independent UK · May 1, 2023 Trump PAC complaint against DeSantis rejected in Florida A Florida ethics board has dismissed a complaint that allies of former President Donald Trump filed against Republican rival Gov. Ron DeSantis, finding no legal basis for allegations that the governor violated campaign finance laws with a “shadow” run for the White House
Axios · May 1, 2023 Biden seeks emergency debt ceiling meeting with congressional leaders According to three sources familiar with the matter.
Chicago Sun-Times · May 1, 2023 Lightfoot ‘done with electoral politics for myself’ after Feb. 28 defeat Lightfoot is the first elected Chicago mayor in 40 years to be denied a second term. The last mayor to suffer that indignity was Jane Byrne, Chicago’s first and only other female mayor.
The Independent UK · May 1, 2023 Search for top Southern Baptist leader fails amid dispute A powerful Southern Baptist committee was planning to appoint a new president on Monday who could navigate controversies over its handling of sexual-abuse reforms and the ousting of churches with women pastors
The Independent UK · May 1, 2023 Biden invites House and Senate leaders to White House as debt limit crisis looms Mr Biden will meet with top House and Senate leaders on 9 May
The Guardian - US · May 1, 2023 CNN’s planned town hall with Donald Trump faces criticism Network and Trump had a difficult relationship when he was in office but New Hampshire event could goose both of their ratings
WEKU · May 1, 2023 The U.S. could run out of cash to pay its bills by June 1, Yellen warns Congress Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned lawmakers that unless the debt ceiling is raised soon, the federal government may not have enough money to pay its bills as early as June 1.
The Independent UK · May 1, 2023 He lost his job and health insurance after his arrest under a DeSantis election unit. The case was dismissed At least six out of 20 cases were dismissed. Five others ended with no jail time