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Americans in four states voted on marijuana measures on Tuesday, Nov. 5. Two measures passed while three others failed.

Marijuana measures run into strong opposition during 2024 election

Donald Trump's victory in the presidential race is leading to reaction from world leaders. That reaction began trickling in Nov. 6

World leaders post reactions to Trump’s election victory

North Carolina turned blue after the state’s Democratic attorney general, Josh Stein, beat out controversial Republican Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson.

Stein wins in NC governor’s race, Republicans see victory in other states

Maryland Democrat Angela Alsobrooks will be the first Black candidate to represent her state in the Senate.

3 newly elected senators, 1 congresswoman make history on Election Day

Donald Trump is projected to win back the presidency over Vice President Kamala Harris after securing enough electoral votes.

Trump speaks of ‘incredible’ win after projected to be next US president

President-elect Donald Trump's cabinet picks, including Matt Gaetz, Pete Hegseth, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and Elon Musk, have faced sexual misconduct allegations. Despite denials, their nominations reflect an administration seemingly hostile to the "Me Too" movement. The Senate will review their confirmations, with some Republicans expressing uncertainty about their prospects. Trump's own history of sexual misconduct allegations has also raised concerns.

Donald Trump projected to win 2024 presidential election: DDHQ

Missourians voted to enshrine abortion rights in the state constitution. The move would reverse the state’s near-total ban on abortions.

Missouri approves amendment to protect abortion rights, overturning near-total ban

Republicans secured a majority in the Senate following key victories in West Virginia and Ohio. Senators will decide a new majority leader.

Republicans claim Senate majority, end Democrats’ four-year hold

Colorado voters approved an amendment to enshrine the right to an abortion in the state constitution, expanding on a 2022 law.

Colorado joins Maryland, codifies abortion rights in state constitution

Voters in the District of Columbia decided that they will move towards a ranked choice voting system for elections beginning in 2026.

District of Columbia moving to ranked choice voting starting in 2026

Businessman Bernie Moreno won the Ohio senate race against three-term incumbent Democrat Sherrod Brown, flipping the seat for Republicans.

Republican Bernie Moreno wins Ohio Senate seat, flips second seat for GOP

Texas Sen. Ted Cruz, R, has won a third term in the Senate after fending off a challenge from Democratic Congressman Colin Allred.

Texas Sen. Ted Cruz wins third term, defeats Dallas-area congressman

Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs, D, is urging state lawmakers to repeal a law that compels annual abortion reports, citing patient privacy.

Maryland becomes first state to protect abortion in 2024 general election

Florida voters rejected a proposed constitutional amendment to protect abortion rights before fetal viability in the state.

Florida voters reject amendment to guarantee abortion access

Florida voters rejected a proposition that would legalize recreational marijuana in the state. It needed 60% support to pass.

Florida rejects proposition to legalize marijuana despite Trump, Harris support

Florida Sen. Rick Scott, R, has won reelection. The state is a key hold for Republicans as they try to take a majority in the chamber.

Florida Sen. Rick Scott reelected for second term

New Jersey voters elected Democratic Rep. Andy Kim as their next Senator. Kim defeated Republican candidate Curtis Bashaw.

Rep. Andy Kim wins NJ Senate seat previously held by Bob Menendez

West Virginia’s Republican Gov. Jim Justice has been elected the state's next Senator, replacing the retiring Joe Manchin.

West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice elected to US Senate, flipping seat for Republicans

Colleges across the U.S. are offering “coping spaces” to help students manage potential stress following the 2024 presidential election.

Universities create ‘coping spaces’ for students with election stress

FBI warns of fake videos depicting agency, false voting information

Astronauts voted early in the presidential election from the International Space Station and celebrated election day in space.

Astronauts celebrate Election Day in space, cast early votes from ISS

A majority of Donald Trump’s supporters would back him for another run in 2028 if he loses the 2024 presidential election.

Most Trump voters want another run in 2028 if he loses to Harris: Poll

Voting hours were extended after Technical issues with ballot scanners caused delays at polling places in Cambria County, Pennsylvania.

Voting hours extended after ballot scanner issue in Pennsylvania county

Several polling places in Georgia may stay open longer on Election Day due to bomb threats linked to Russia.

Hoax bomb threats linked to Russia target polling places in Georgia

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