Trump defends tariffs in pre-midterms appearance in battleground Georgia Visit was ostensibly to promote economy, but US president focused on repeated, unverified claims of voter fraud The Guardian - US · Feb 20
‘I've won affordability’: Trump defends economy during Georgia stop President Donald Trump plunged back into the midterm campaign on Thursday, with a visit to Northwest Georgia. Roll Call · Feb 19
Trump team tried to get Congress to ban mail-in voting: report Republican-backed SAVE America Act could impose new restrictions on millions of voters without ready access to identification documents The Independent UK · Feb 18
'Kick up the backside': voters' choice in by-election The result of an upcoming by-election months before a general election could swing the momentum and give voters a chance to send a message to the major players. AAP · Feb 18
Republican Senator says Americans will need to display ‘little yellow star’ to officials to be allowed to vote Something about this seems weirdly familiar... We Got This Covered · Feb 18
Using immigration to undermine election False election fraud claims are nothing new, but the federal immigration crackdown has increased pressure Salon · Feb 18
‘Things are pretty chaotic lately’: Young voters swung to the right for Trump in 2024 - and they’ve abandoned him just as quickly Some young Trump voters are reportedly concerned about the job market and affordability The Independent UK · Feb 17
Houston voters: last day to request mail ballot is Feb. 20 for March 3 primary Standing in a long line on a humid Houston afternoon is the last thing you want after work. You want a say in who leads your community. However, the logistics of getting to the polls can feel like a secondary job. The system often counts on you being too busy… Budget and the Bees · Feb 17
What’s the state of this Starmer-led nation? Speak to angry voters in Gorton and Denton and it all becomes clear I had so many conversations with people fed up with all the chaos, deceit and U-turns. Politics must respond to this disenchantment, says Guardian columnist Owen Jones The Guardian - UK · Feb 17
Civil rights groups sue to protect voter data FBI seized from Georgia office Fulton county office was raided in January amid Donald Trump’s claims that 2020 election was fraudulent The Guardian - US · Feb 16
Early Voting Begins for Georgia’s Special Election: Key Details for Local Voters Walking into a polling place on Election Day only to find a two-hour line is a frustration you don’t have time for. You want to make your voice heard, but the system often feels like it is built to slow you down. It is not your fault that the dates… Budget and the Bees · Feb 16
Virginia Democrats just won a massive court battle to redraw the state, and the resulting map will instantly destroy any GOP advantage They are following California to maximize voter impact. We Got This Covered · Feb 15
Early voting for the Texas 2026 primaries begins Tuesday. Here’s what to know. Early voting in person runs from Feb. 17-27. This guide explains your rights at Texas polls. The Texas Tribune · Feb 14
Trump threatens to enforce voter ID for the midterm elections: ‘Approved by Congress or not!’ The president’s warning also included a direct, unusual appeal to the Supreme Court The Independent UK · Feb 14
The Guardian - US · Feb 13 Trump threatens to impose photo ID for voters for midterm elections President insists he will also restrict mail-in voting, even if Congress fails to pass the Save America act
Whats Hot · Feb 13 Bangladesh Votes for Change: July National Charter Adopted in Historic Referendum Bangladesh delivered a sweeping mandate for reform on Thursday as voters backed Tarique Rahman’s Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) in the general elections and overwhelmingly endorsed the July National Charter in a national referendum held alongside the polls.
The Texas Tribune · Feb 13 In Senate Democratic primary fraught with racial tensions, Black voters could be decisive Jasmine Crockett has built enormous enthusiasm among Black voters based in part on her reputation as a fighter, while her opponent in the Texas primary, James Talarico, has struggled to win their support.
The Texas Tribune · Feb 13 A federal tool to check voter citizenship keeps making mistakes. It led to confusion in Texas. DHS rolled out the revamped tool while it was still adding data. That led to widespread misidentification, particularly for citizens born outside the U.S.
The Times of India · Feb 13 Why Bangladesh's student-led NCP failed to replicate Assam's AGP moment of 1985 Bangladesh's National Citizen's Party, born from a student uprising that ousted Sheikh Hasina, failed to translate its momentum into electoral success, securing only 5 seats. Internal divisions and a controversial alliance with Jamaat-e-Islami alienated voters, leading many to the BNP. The NCP now faces the challenge of electoral politics after…
Roll Call · Feb 13 After stalled health deal, voters want Congress to deliver After stalled health deal, voters want Congress to deliver - Health Care Concerns about health costs are a top issue for voters.
The Independent UK · Feb 12 Trump bumbles in answer about posting ‘Obama ape’ video and said it was ‘all over the place for years’ President briefly touched on the clip featuring the Obamas as monkeys, which ignited a political firestorm and widespread claims of racism, instead praising the longer video it was attached to as a ‘strong piece’
We Got This Covered · Feb 12 Bob Evnen must give Trump’s DOJ every Nebraska voter’s sensitive info, and his answer about security proves nobody is safe Nothing to do once it’s out there
The Conversation · Feb 12 Citizenship voting requirement in SAVE America Act has no basis in the Constitution – and ignores precedent that only states decide who gets to vote The Republican-led House of Representatives voted Feb. 11, 2026 to approve the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act – or SAVE America Act. The bill would require individuals to provide proof of citizenship when they register to vote and present photo identification when they do vote in federal elections.
The Times of India · Feb 12 Bangladesh elections: Sheikh Hasina labels polls a farce, demands 'fresh, fair vote'; targets Yunus Bangladesh's Awami League has denounced the recent parliamentary election as a staged charade, asserting it violated democratic principles and the constitution. The party claims widespread voter apathy, intimidation, and ballot stuffing marred the process. They are demanding the election's annulment, the chief advisor's resignation, and fresh polls under a neutral…
Salon · Feb 12 The con behind nationalizing elections Conservatives praise small government and states’ rights — until power is at stake