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Meta Youth Safety Trial Begins in California Federal Court
Jury selection started Wednesday as attorneys general from multiple states consolidated their cases alleging the tech giant designed addictive features for minors.
Paramount May Leave California Over Antitrust Enforcement, Lawyer Says
Chief legal officer Makan Delrahim signals at Sacramento summit that media company could relocate amid state regulatory scrutiny.
Blakeman Cuts Into Hochul's New York Governor's Race Lead in New Poll, as Likely Voters Give DSA Negative Judgment
The Siena survey shows Hochul leading 49-39% among likely voters, down from her 20-point advantage when registered voters were polled in June.
Democrats Take Sixth Shot at Ousting Popular GOP Governor Who Voted for Harris
Vermont Democrats nominated economist Amanda Janoo after a competitive primary, but the incumbent Republican won 73% of the vote just two years ago.
Minnesota Holds Gubernatorial Primary to Succeed Walz as Polls Close
Sen. Amy Klobuchar leads Democratic field while President Trump backs MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell on Republican side.
Florida AG Defends Fauci Investigation as State Seeks 'Truth' in Pandemic Response
Attorney General James Uthmeier said the state is doing 'everything in our power to seek truth' about the former NIAID director's pandemic-era decisions.
GOP Faces Warning Signs in Florida and Texas Amid Shifting Political Landscape
Analysts point to demographic shifts, economic pressures, and suburban voter trends as potential challenges for Republicans in traditionally red states.
Wisconsin Governor Candidate Francesca Hong Appoints Former Actress with OnlyFans Account as Deputy Campaign Manager
Hong, backed by Democratic Socialists of America and leading in polls by 20 points, has made sex worker rights a centerpiece of her campaign platform.
Washington Bridge Crisis Threatens Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee's Reelection Bid
Primary challenger Helena Foulkes holds a 20-point lead over the incumbent, with infrastructure failures cited as the driving voter concern.
El-Sayed Wins Michigan Primary as 'Safe Quarter' Comment Draws Conservative Fire
The Democratic nominee owns properties in Dubai and India while criticizing Republican Mike Rogers over his Florida vacation home.