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Florida Picks Nominees for Governor and Other Takeaways From US Primaries
Voters in Florida and several other states cast ballots in primary elections, setting the stage for key fall matchups.
Former State Rep. Tops Ranked-Choice Slugfest as Alaska Advances Nominees for Governor
Jonathan Kreiss-Tomkins and Tom Begich finished first and second respectively in Tuesday's primary, advancing to the November general election alongside two more winning pairs.
Oliver Gilbert Wins Crowded Democratic Primary to Succeed Rep. Frederica Wilson in Florida's 24th District
The Miami-Dade County Commissioner's victory comes after Wilson, known for her flamboyant hat collection, endorsed Gilbert over six other Democratic challengers.
GOP Rep. Cory Mills Loses His Florida Primary Amid Investigations
The two-term Republican congressman from Florida's 7th District faced multiple federal investigations into his conduct in office.
Florida to Carry Out 13th Execution This Year, Nation's Busiest Death Chamber
The state has carried out more than half of the nation's 22 executions in 2026 as Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis approaches his final term.
Massachusetts Mayor Faces Fraud Charges in $1.5 Million COVID Relief Scheme; Viral Clip Draws Political Fire
Lawrence Mayor Brian DePeña, who was arrested Friday on wire fraud allegations tied to EIDL loans, became the subject of national debate after his lawyer told reporters he does not speak English.
California's Wealth Tax Debate Highlights State's Governance Challenges
Proposition 40 and proposed wealth taxes have reignited debate over whether California's abundant resources translate into effective state management.
Boston Mayor Wu Vows to Contact Property Owners Leasing Parking Spaces To ICE
Wu filed a public records request seeking information about property owners responding to an ICE solicitation for 249 parking spaces near federal facilities.
Texas Rep. Brian Harrison Calls for Special Session to Combat Sharia Law
The Republican legislator's request comes after the McKinney City Council approved a mosque relocation, though details of his proposal remain limited.
California CEO Relocates to Texas, Citing High Costs and Regulatory Burden
Digital Brands Group moves headquarters from Vernon to Round Rock as state debates billionaire tax proposal affecting residents worth more than $1 billion.