Map: These states have approved redistricting plans to influence midterm elections

Virginia has joined six other states in approving new partisan political maps that could influence which party gets control of the House in the November midterms.

Virginia voters back redistricting plan, here’s what that means for seats in Congress

Virginia voters on Tuesday approved a mid‑decade redistricting plan that could improve Democrats’ chances of picking up as many as four additional U.S. House seats in November’s midterm elections, which will determine control of a narrowly divided Congress.

Dallas County election issues include a GOP voting dispute and purged Democratic voters

Dallas County elections officials face runoff voting location disputes and reports of living Democratic voters being purged from rolls after being incorrectly declared dead by the state.

Dallas activist mistakenly declared dead, voter registration canceled

Former LULAC President Domingo Garcia is raising concerns over voter roll purging in Dallas County after his registration was canceled due to a clerical error claiming he was deceased.

Early voting begins for May 2 municipal elections

Early voting starts Monday for North Texas municipal elections featuring several mayoral races, a record $6.2 million Dallas ISD school bond package, and propositions regarding DART withdrawal in Addison, University Park, and Highland Park.

Will Texas call a special election to replace Rep. Tony Gonzales?

The resignation of Rep. Tony Gonzales leaves an open seat in Texas' delegation to the U.S. House of Representatives, something that could be filled if Gov. Greg Abbott chooses to call a special election to fill the seat for the remainder of the term.

Eric Swalwell accuser details 2018 incident where she was allegedly drugged, raped

A woman detailing sexual assault claims against Eric Swalwell spoke out Tuesday in Beverly Hills, alleging the former Congressman drugged and raped her in 2018.

Trump admits gas prices could remain high through November elections

President Donald Trump acknowledged in a Sunday interview that gas prices may rise after peace talks between the U.S. and Iran to end the ongoing war stalled.

Wisconsin Supreme Court race: Chris Taylor wins, growing liberal majority

Democratic-backed Chris Taylor wins Wisconsin Supreme Court race, the AP projected Tuesday evening, April 7, securing a liberal majority through 2030 as major cases loom in the battleground state.

Trump signs order aiming to create national voter list, limit mail-in voting

President Donald Trump on Tuesday signed an executive order that aims to create a list of verified eligible voters in each state in a bid to add further restrictions to voting ahead of this year’s midterm elections.

Democrats score two upset wins in Florida special elections

Florida Democrats are touting two upset victories after Tuesday’s special elections, including one in Palm Beach County and another in a closely watched state Senate race in Hillsborough County.

Talarico responds after Hegseth’s pastor wishes him ‘crucified’

State Rep. James Talarico has responded to statements made by a man described as a spiritual adviser to Secretary of War Pete Hegseth that called for the Democratic senate candidate to be "crucified."

SCOTUS conservatives signal readiness to curb late-arriving mail ballots

The Supreme Court's conservative majority on Monday appeared poised to overturn state laws from Mississippi and other U.S. states that allow for the counting of mail-in ballots received after Election Day.

James Comey subpoenaed over role in 2017 Russia intel assessment

Ex-FBI chief James Comey was subpoenaed by the Justice Department in an investigation related to Russia's involvement in the U.S. presidential election in 2016.

SAVE America Act: Republicans launching voting bill debate in Senate

President Donald Trump is urging Congress to get the SAVE America Act passed as Republicans prepare to begin talks on the Senate floor about the legislation.

New Dallas County DA Amber Givens thanks supporters, promises to fight for justice for all

Former Judge Amber Givens defeated incumbent John Creuzot to become the new Dallas County District Attorney, running a community-focused campaign despite a 2025 judicial reprimand regarding her conduct on the bench.

Incumbent Dallas County DA upset by sanctioned former judge

Amber Givens defeated incumbent John Creuzot in a surprise upset for the Dallas County District Attorney race.

Trump says he’ll endorse Texas Senate candidate ‘soon’

After staying out of the Republican U.S. Senate primary, President Donald Trump said Wednesday he’ll weigh in "soon."