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Why Republicans are at risk of underperforming in a Florida special election
Welcome to the online version of From the Politics Desk, an evening newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from the White House, Capitol Hill and the ...NBC News - 4d -
Democrats have a new boogeyman in Elon Musk: Takeaways from Tuesday's elections
Republicans also got key reinforcements for their slim House majority at an important moment. And Democrats made gains compared to 2024 in each key race.NBC News - 3d -
Republicans aren't panicking about Trump or Elon Musk after Tuesday’s elections
Republicans say they’re not panicking as they gear up for major races this year and a fierce battle for control of Congress next year, despite getting shellacked in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race ...NBC News - 2d -
5 reasons all eyes are on Tuesday’s elections in Florida and Wisconsin
The races are an important bellwether for the country’s political pulse in the second Trump era.Politico - 4d -
Elon Musk Has a Chef for His Tesla Diner
Eric Greenspan, a developer of delivery-only restaurants, is reported to be the choice as the company faces political blowback.The New York Times - Mar. 28 -
Musk’s Doge to fire all local workers and US diplomats from USAID, sources say
Unofficial Trump adviser’s cost-cutting team to finalize shuttering the foreign aid agency on which millions depend. US politics live – latest updates Elon Musk ’s cost-cutting team is ...The Guardian - 3d -
Democrats Sue Trump Over Executive Order on Elections
The lawsuit accuses President Trump of vastly overstepping his authority to “upturn the electoral playing field in his favor and against his political rivals.”The New York Times - 4d -
The people vs Musk: billionaire transforms Wisconsin court contest
State election has become most expensive judicial race in US history as Tesla boss spends unprecedented amountFinancial Times - 5d -
Musk-backed candidate loses Wisconsin race as liberals surge
Republicans retain US House seats in special elections in Florida but Democratic vote risesFinancial Times - 3d -
Susan Crawford wins Wisconsin Supreme Court race, defying Elon Musk
Liberals will maintain their narrow majority on the court after Crawford’s victory in the first battleground state election of Trump’s second term.NBC News - 3d -
Musk denies role in Trump administration could soon end
Position heading so-called efficiency department thought to be vulnerable after loss of Wisconsin supreme court electionFinancial Times - 2d -
Democratic-backed Crawford wins Wisconsin Supreme Court race over Musk-backed Schimel
The election could set the ideological balance of Wisconsin's highest court.ABC News - 3d -
Trump news at a glance: sweeping tariffs announced; Musk could be nearing end of role
Trump announces ‘reciprocal’ tariffs on largest US trading partners; Elon Musk may leave government role at end of 130-day cap. Here’s your roundup of key US politics stories from 2 April 2025. ...The Guardian - 2d -
Susan Crawford Wins Wisconsin Supreme Court Election, Despite Elon Musk’s Millions
Susan Crawford defeated Brad Schimel for a State Supreme Court seat in a race that shattered spending records and maintained a liberal majority on the court.The New York Times - 3d -
Inside the first special elections since Trump's return to office
Elon Musk is going all in on a race to pick a new supreme court judge in Wisconsin, even offering two $1 million prizes to voters willing to sign a petition against “activist judges.” Meanwhile, ...NBC News - 4d -
Democrats Show a Pulse: 6 Takeaways From Tuesday’s Elections
Energized against the new Trump era, and against Elon Musk, Democrats pulled off a crucial judicial victory in Wisconsin and cut into Republican margins in two Florida congressional races.The New York Times - 2d -
The Florida and Wisconsin election results are a warning for Trump and Republicans | Lloyd Green
Republicans in Florida couldn’t re-create Trump’s November margins, while Musk’s efforts in Wisconsin failed. Donald Trump and the Republicans ought to be wary of a possible blue wave in next ...The Guardian - 2d -
Steve Kornacki: Democratic base 'a lot more motivated' to turn out for Wisconsin Supreme Court race
NBC News National Political Correspondent Steve Kornacki crunches the numbers as voters cast their ballots in Wisconsin's Supreme Court election.NBC News - 3d -
Diamond Hogs leading nation in fielding percentage
See where Arkansas baseball checks in around the SEC and the country in different statistical categories.Yahoo Sports - 4d -
Fla., Wis. races are possible glimpses into how midterms may be approached: ANALYSIS
If Elon Musk continues to intervene in elections in a similar fashion, Democrats may have a winning playbook to replicate.ABC News - 2d -
Judges, stay in your lane and stay out of politics
The courts should not be tools of political obstruction.The Hill - 4d -
I don’t want to die with a freezer full of seeds. It’s time to rethink biodiversity and preservation | Chris Smith
Hurricane Helene proved a hard truth: a freezer of seeds is the literal version of putting all your eggs in one basket. About a month after Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina last ...The Guardian - 2d -
Democratic performance is improving in a slew of special elections, as a weary party looks for signs of hope
Democrats have spent the first months of Donald Trump’s second administration wandering the political wilderness — facing record-low popularity while competing factions battle over how exactly to ...NBC News - 1d -
Trapped with a Tesla: my dream car has become a living nightmare | The secret Tesla driver
I bought it to be part of a greener future, but that was before Musk proved so awful. I’d sell it now, but prices have dropped. After our children left home, my wife and I decided to treat ...The Guardian - 1d -
Wisconsin supreme court race: liberal Susan Crawford beats Musk-backed candidate
Liberal judge says victory is against ‘unprecedented attack on our democracy’ after defeating Brad Schimel in the most expensive judicial election in US history. Susan Crawford won the race for a ...The Guardian - 3d -
CNN host on Trump tariffs: 'The president said today a whole load of economic nonsense'
CNN host Richard Quest tore into President Trump over new tariffs on foreign nations his administration announced Wednesday. "Let there be no doubt about this: The president said today a whole load ...The Hill - 1d -
Bernie Sanders warns the U.S. is now a "pseudo-democracy"
Preview: In an interview to air on "CBS Sunday Morning" April 6, the Vermont Senator decries the influence of billionaires such as Elon Musk on the political process.CBS News - 17h -
Falcons News: NFL analyst not buying Cousins-to-Browns rumors
Falcon News: NFL analyst isn't buying Kirk-Cousins-to-Browns rumorsYahoo Sports - 4d -
Alphabet to buy cybersecurity startup Wiz for $32 billion
Google owner Alphabet has agreed to buy cybersecurity startup Wiz for $32 billionABC News - Mar. 18 -
Amazon tells White House it's interested in buying TikTok
Amazon has expressed interest in buying TikTok ahead of deadline for ByteDance to sell the social media app or face a U.S. ban.CBS News - 1d -
Could Commanders finally be on 'Hard Knocks' this year?
The NFL tweaked the rules for 'Hard Knocks,' giving the Commanders a shot at being featured for first time.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Bucs just miss out on eligibility for Hard Knocks
After changes to rules, Bucs just miss out on chance at Hard Knocks after the league announced some changes to teams that are eligible.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Pence to be honored with Profile in Courage Award from JFK Library
Former Vice President Mike Pence will receive the 2025 John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage Award for his role in certifying the 2020 presidential election despite facing grave personal and political ...The Hill - 1d -
Kamala Harris: 'I'm not going anywhere'
Former Vice President Harris made a surprise appearance at a leadership summit for Black women in California, hinting at her political future after losing the 2024 presidential election to ...The Hill - 22h -
Abortion, unions and redistricting cases await the Wisconsin Supreme Court after a liberal's win
Susan Crawford’s Wisconsin Supreme Court election victory over a conservative candidate backed by President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk cements a liberal majority on the state’s top ...ABC News - 2d -
Vikings find themselves eligible for Hard Knocks following change
Could the Vikings be on Hard Knocks this year? After some recent changes they now qualify.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Jaguars not among teams eligible for 'Hard Knocks: Training Camp' 2025
Are the Jaguars among the 20 teams eligible for the 2025 edition of HBO's 'Hard Knocks: Training Camp'?Yahoo Sports - 1d