U.S. Elections

Pennsylvania's 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals ruled mail-in ballot envelopes need accurate dates after a ruling affecting over 10,000 ballots.

Court rules accurate date, signature required on PA mail-in ballots

Pro-Palestinian demonstrators interrupt President Biden's celebrity-packed fundraising event at Radio City Music Hall. And, The Wall Street Journal marks one year of reporter Evan Gershkovich being held in a Russian prison.

Pro-Palestinian protesters interrupt Biden’s star-studded NYC fundraiser

Biden has around three times as much money from fundraising than Trump, however, Trump gets more support from smaller donors.

Biden has more money from fundraising, Trump has more small donor support

The Arizona Agenda, a state politics newsletter, created a deepfake video of Kari Lake, highlighting challenges of distinguishing content.

Controversial deepfake Kari Lake video shows ease of AI disinformation

Ahead of the 2024 U.S. elections Instagram is beginning to limit political content for its users, a move some social media companies have already made.

Instagram limits political content as US presidential election nears

In his final six months, Mexican President López Obrador will focus on immigration, trade and the fentanyl crisis.

Mexican president asks US to send $20B to Latin America, legalize migrants

Democrats in the U.S. Senate have introduced legislation to enhance the powers of ICE to arrest undocumented immigrants charged with violent crimes.

Senate Dems want to boost ICE’s power to arrest undocumented immigrants

If Trump does not post a $464 million bond, some of his assets will be seized. However, this could help Trump in the 2024 election.

Frank Luntz: Why seizing Trump properties would elect him in 2024

U.S. Sen. Bob Menendez will not seek re-election this year in New Jersey’s Democratic primary but is keeping the door open to an independent run, announced his office following a 14-count federal bribery indictment. Menendez posted a nine-minute video to social media on Thursday, March 21.

New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez won’t seek reelection as Democrat

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrives in Israel amid growing tension between the two countries

Blinken arrives in Israel for tense talks on Gaza

Hours after the Supreme Court rules that Texas's immigration law can take effect, it is now back on hold. And, charges have been dropped against the father of a late Marine who was arrested at the State of the Union.

Texas immigration law paused again amid legal seesaw

Rep. Katie Porter, D-Calif., expressed regret for calling the California Senate primary rigged after she finished third in the race.

After backlash, Rep. Porter regrets calling California primary ‘rigged’

With a landslide victory in an election without real competition, Russian President Vladimir Putin secures another term in power. And, following a downturn during the pandemic, marriage rates in the U.S. are on the rise.

Vladimir Putin wins Russian presidential election, 6 more years in power

Despite legal and ethical investigations, Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fla., endorsed Brandon Herrera in a Texas GOP primary, defying party leadership.

Rep. Matt Gaetz subpoenaed in defamation lawsuit

A judge dismissed six charges against former President Donald Trump and co-defendants in a Georgia election interference case.

Judge drops multiple charges against Trump in GA election interference case

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., venturing into the 2024 presidential race as an independent, has reportedly approached New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers and former Minnesota Governor Jesse Ventura as potential vice-presidential running mates. This unusual pairing underscores Kennedy's strategy to diverge from conventional political paths and appeal to a wider audience.

RFK Jr. says Aaron Rodgers, Jesse Ventura sit atop his running mate list

President Biden and former President Trump clinch their parties' nominations, setting up a rematch for the White House, and a rocket explodes in Japan just seconds after liftoff. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, March 13, 2024.

Biden, Trump set for historic presidential rematch after clinching nominations

As Trump supporters fill positions of power within the Republican National Committee, dozens of staffers were fired on Monday, March 11.

RNC fires dozens of staffers amid leadership change

U.S. intelligence officials warn of threats at home and abroad. And, changes are coming for groceries with that 'Made in the USA' label.

U.S. intelligence chiefs warn of threats at border, abroad

New data from a Kaiser Family Foundation poll revealed that 43% of Republicans support abortion in most or all cases.

Large percentage of Republicans support abortion rights, not top issue for most

President Biden speaks to the nation in his State of the Union address. The highlights and takeaways from the night. And — an Army soldier is indicted, accused of selling military secrets to a Chinese agent. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Friday, March 8, 2024.

Takeaways from Biden’s address to the nation

The House passed a new election bill that would eliminate drop boxes and adjust the deadline to cast absentee ballots.

Iowa House passes bill to ban ballot drop boxes, protect Trump on 2024 ticket

Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, an independent who caucuses with Democrats, won't seek reelection, giving Republicans a chance to flip an open seat.

Sinema exit will make it even harder for Democrats to hold Senate majority

Nikki Haley suspended her 2024 presidential campaign without endorsing Donald Trump following significant Super Tuesday losses.

Nikki Haley suspends 2024 presidential run, offers no Trump endorsement

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