These Places Have Democracy Watchdogs Bracing for Potential Election Discord
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Top stories - ABC News
2024 election updates: Harris warns of Trump's unchecked power in second term
Most polls show Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump neck-and-neck in key states with just about two weeks to go.32 minutes ago - Donald Trump -
Business - MarketWatch
The election will have a huge impact on your estate, even if you’re not rich yet. Why you need to act now.
No matter who wins, the clock is ticking to book a lawyer to create or update your plan.39 minutes ago -
Top stories - The New York Times
These Places Have Democracy Watchdogs Bracing for Potential Election Discord
Some counties have a history of refusing to certify election results. Others have tried to disqualify voters or prevent them from casting absentee ballots.4 hours ago -
Top stories - ABC News
DC warns of potential for violence and election uncertainty ahead of Jan. 6
Federal and local law enforcement and officials in Washington, D.C. are preparing to ensure a safe and peaceful transfer of power on January 6 and Inauguration Day.18 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
'Sorry' water boss has plan to end sewage spillages
Water UK chief apologises for the industry's performance as the sector faces a "root and branch" review.4 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
Turnout tracker: How many people have voted in the November 2024 general election?
KXAN is keeping track of how many Texans have voted in the Nov. 5 general election.5 hours ago -
Politics - The Hill
House Republicans brace for leadership scramble
House Republicans are bracing for potential leadership shake-ups in the coming weeks, a post-election scramble that will heavily depend on who wins control of the lower chamber and White House in ...8 hours ago - Republican Party -
Politics - The Hill
Democrats warn of threat to democracy in closing pitch to voters
Democrats are zeroing in on the future of democracy and former President Trump’s response to the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol as part of their closing pitch to voters two weeks out from Election ...8 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Treasury yields rising on potential ‘red wave’ election result that pushes up deficit
Billionaires are betting against U.S. government bonds. But yields are climbing on good news about the economy, too.9 hours ago -
World - The New York Times
Displaced Gazans Brace for Another Harsh Winter
After a year of war, at least one million people are facing months in the cold. Some said tents, blankets and warm clothes now qualified as luxuries.9 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Starmer insists he can have a ‘good relationship’ with Trump despite election ‘interference’ claim
After Trump campaign complaint, PM says Labour officials volunteering for Harris were ‘doing it in their spare time’ rather than in their official capacity. Keir Starmer has insisted he can ...13 hours ago - Donald Trump -
World - The Guardian
US elections live: Obama ridicules Trump’s boasts on economy as Walz dismisses Republican nominee’s McDonald’s ‘stunt’
Democratic VP nominee joined by Barack Obama at Wisconsin campaign event. Don’t miss important US election coverage. Get our free app and sign up for election alerts Kamala Harris has a ...19 hours ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Boy restrained unnecessarily at special school, watchdog says
The mother of the boy says she feels vindicated by a watchdog's report into the case.19 hours ago -
Politics - NBC News
Harris: ‘We have the resources and expertise’ to handle post-election challenges from Trump
Vice President Kamala Harris tells NBC News’ Hallie Jackson that her campaign has teams ready to push back against any possible election challenges from former President Trump.21 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Sports - CBS Sports
Chris Godwin injury update: Buccaneers WR to have ankle surgery after potential final game with Tampa Bay
Tampa Bay lost both Godwin and Mike Evans on Monday nightYesterday -
Top stories - The New York Times
With Election Day 2 Weeks Away, 15 Million Voters Have Already Cast a Ballot
Since the pandemic, early voting has become a broadly accepted part of American elections. But it is difficult to glean partisan advantage.Yesterday -
Top stories - BBC News
What impact could Taylor Swift really have on the US election?
Swift's fandom is mobilising for Kamala Harris - but not everyone is convinced.3 days ago -
Top stories - BBC News
Yellow warnings in place as Storm Ashley hits
Warnings in Cumbria, Devon and Cornwall are issued for winds gusting up to 60mph (97km/h) and rain.3 days ago -
Business - The New York Times
For Executives, ‘Defending Democracy’ Can Seem Risky
Even seemingly anodyne sentiments supporting fair elections have become politically charged.3 days ago -
Politics - The Hill
'People Like Me': Fixing the feeling of abandonment in American democracy
A bipartisan majority of Americans believe the government is uncaring and unresponsive, and polls suggest that bipartisan solutions on the biggest issues of our time are right in front of our eyes, ...4 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Polls show an election that could be the 'closest since Bush v. Gore'
There are few predictions about the November election, let alone the kind of consensus views that defined the final days of the last four presidential campaigns.4 days ago -
Top stories - ABC News
Harris revives message around democracy as Trump escalates rhetoric. Will it work?
Kamala Harris shunted Joe Biden's messaging on democracy when she took over as Democrats' nominee, but now she's reviving attacks amid Donald Trump's escalating rhetoric.5 days ago - Donald Trump -
World - Financial Times
Labour discovers price of freebies in our democracy
Journalists are right to raise questions over Starmer’s Taylor Swift meeting and acceptances from donors5 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
The tech sector should brace for further turbulence
Whatever the long term shifts that are making its products more central to everyday life, chips remain highly cyclical6 days ago -
World - The Guardian
Watchdog opens investigation into anti-immigrant posts on Facebook
Oversight Board says parent company Meta has ‘serious questions’ to answer over two posts allowed to remain online. Mark Zuckerberg’s Meta must answer “serious questions” about its handling of ...6 days ago - Facebook -
World - The New York Times
Is Brazil’s Supreme Court Saving Democracy or Threatening It?
Brazil’s top court expanded its power to protect democracy. But some are wondering whether the court now represents the threat.6 days ago - Brazil -
Top stories - BBC News
‘You stole the election’: Nervous volunteers on frontline of conspiracies
Suspicion about the vote count is pervasive even in small rural communities, where volunteers are preparing for potential violence.6 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Trump’s improving election odds have powered bitcoin to its highest level since July
Bitcoin was posting further gains on Wednesday, reaching as high as $68,390 — its loftiest level since July 29.October 16 - Donald Trump -
Politics - The Hill
Former acting solicitor general warns of 'potential election crisis'
Former Acting U.S. Solicitor General Neal Katyal sounded the alarm Wednesday about potential dangers surrounding the 2024 election cycle, warning the "crisis" could be worse than the Jan. 6, 2021, ...October 16 -
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Arizona counties don't have to do citizenship checks before election, judge rules
Those who sought the checks made their request too close to the election.October 15 -
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Top stories - BBC News
Kelly keeps place in England squad
England's Euro 2022 final match-winner Chloe Kelly is included in the Lionesses squad for the friendlies with Germany and South Africa.October 15 -
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World - The Guardian
European audit of democracy standards too positive, says human rights watchdog
European Commission report ‘completely ineffective as an enforcement tool’, according to civil liberties organisation. The European Commission’s exhaustive annual audit of democratic standards ...October 14