DOJ suing Oregon and Maine as it seeks voter data in multiple states

The Justice Department is requesting voter data, some containing sensitive information, for what the agency argues is needed to ensure state election officials are complying with election laws.

Gov. Tim Walz announces he's running for reelection

Tim Walz officially announced on Tuesday that he will seek a third term as governor of Minnesota.

Trump says he will require voter ID with executive order

President Donald Trump says he plans to sign an executive order aimed at requiring voter ID in elections across the country.

Democrats flip Iowa Senate seat, break GOP's supermajority

Iowa Democrat Catelin Drey won a race for the state Senate, flipping the district and breaking the Republican's supermajority.

President Donald Trump pushes for Texas redistricting, sparking bipartisan debate

President Donald Trump is advocating for redrawing congressional districts in Texas, a move that has sparked debate among Democrats and Republicans ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

Texas Republicans want closed primaries. How would that work?

Last week, the Texas Republican Party met for its State Republican Executive Committee meeting where they took steps to try and block their primary elections from “outside interference."

Former Houston mayor announces run for Harris County judge
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Former Houston Mayor Annise Parker announced her intent to run for Harris County judge in the November 2026 election.

Texas voters to decide on constitutional amendment clarifying that only U.S. citizens can vote

Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed new legislation on Monday that he says makes it “crystal clear" that only U.S. citizens are allowed to vote in Texas. Texas voters will decide on the issue in November.

Texas May 3 Election Day guide: Houston voting locations, hours, what's on the ballot

Your Texas Election Day voting guide for May 3 includes where to vote in the Houston area, what's on the ballot, voting hours and how to check your voter registration status.

Montgomery County voting locations, sample ballot for May 3 election

Where to vote in Montgomery County, Texas, for the Saturday, May 3 election. You can also see if you are registered to vote, a sample ballot and what you need to bring to the polls.

SpaceX's Starbase is on the ballot in South Texas

Voters in Cameron County, Texas will decide on making Starbase, the home of Elon Musk's SpaceX headquarters, an official city.

Early Voting in Southeast Texas: What you need to know for the May 3 election

In Texas, the May Joint and Special Election is an opportunity for voters to participate in local governance by selecting officials such as city council members, school board trustees, and other municipal representatives.

Montgomery County early voting locations, hours

Early voting is now underway in Montgomery County. Here's where and when you can cast a ballot.

Fort Bend County early voting locations, hours

Early voting is underway in Fort Bend County. Here's where and when you can cast a ballot.

Harris County early voting locations, hours

Early voting is now underway in Harris County. Here's where and when you can cast a ballot.