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What to watch as Wisconsin and Florida host the first major elections of Trump's second term
Get the latest on today's Wisconsin Supreme Court and other races, as well as Florida special elections. Find out how these races impact the Trump administration and what to watch for.NBC News - 3d -
5 takeaways from Wisconsin Supreme Court race, Florida special elections
Democrats scored a critical win Tuesday in their first major test at the ballot box since President Trump took office in January. The elections came amid growing anger over the Trump’s ...The Hill - 2d -
Two major elections and Karen Read murder case retrial: Morning Rundown
Today’s elections in Wisconsin and Florida will serve as a referendum on Donald Trump and Elon Musk.NBC News - 2d -
Musk still plans a major role in midterm elections despite loss in Wisconsin: Sources
Elon Musk looked to downplay Tuesday's major election defeat in Wisconsin -- leaving many to question Musk's influence and whether he could be a political liability.ABC News - 21h -
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 - 2d -
Fine, Patronis sworn in after special Florida election, boosting thin GOP House majority
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Wednesday swore in newly elected Florida Reps. Jimmy Patronis (R) and Randy Fine (R). The two won special elections Tuesday, and their quick entry to the House gives ...The Hill - 1d -
Abbott Delays Calling a Special House Election. Democrats Cry Foul.
The House minority leader accused Gov. Greg Abbott of Texas of holding up a special election to keep the Republicans’ slim majority steady.The New York Times - 3d -
GOP 'anxiety' persists ahead of Florida special elections in Trump territory
Republicans are looking to add two more seats to their House majority after special elections in Florida next week, giving GOP leaders a little more breathing room in a tightly divided legislative ...NBC News - Mar. 28 -
Nonprofit groups and Democrats sue Trump administration over election executive order
President Donald Trump’s executive order seeking to overhaul the nation’s elections faced its first legal challenges Monday as the Democratic National Committee and a pair of nonprofits filed two ...NBC News - 3d -
DeSantis says Florida special election isn't referendum on Trump
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) said Tuesday’s special election in the state’s 6th Congressional District is not a referendum on President Trump's first few months back in office. “If there’s an ...The Hill - 2d -
Major union launches ad campaign featuring detained Tufts student
A major labor union launched a six-figure ad campaign on Tuesday featuring Tufts University Ph.D. student Rumeysa Ozturk decrying what it called an infringement on the First Amendment. The Service ...The Hill - 2d -
Eovaldi pitches majors' 1st complete game this season as the Rangers beat the Reds
Nathan Eovaldi pitched a four-hitter for the majors’ first complete game of the season, and the Texas Rangers beat the Cincinnati Reds 1-0 on Tuesday night. Eovaldi struck out eight and walked ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
St. Pauli fans pay $29M for majority of club stadium
St. Pauli supporters have raised over 27 million euros (29.1 million) for a majority stake in the club's stadium after taking part in German soccer's first fan cooperative.ESPN - 1d -
G.O.P. Bolsters House Majority by Retaining Two Seats in Florida
The Republicans who were elected on Tuesday to fill seats left empty by Matt Gaetz and Michael Waltz had President Trump’s backing.The New York Times - 2d -
The Masters 2025 predictions: Best bets, sleeper pick, odds for golf's first major
The 2025 Masters is the first tournament this year to feature the best from the PGA Tour and LIV Golf. Here's an early prediction and sleeper pick.Yahoo Sports - 2h -
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 - 2d -
MLB’s average salary tops $5 million for first time
According to a study, Major League Baseball’s average salary broke the $5 million barrier on opening day for the first time.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
St. Pauli fans chip in $29 million through cooperative to buy majority stake in stadium
St. Pauli supporters have raised over 27 million euros (29.1 million) for a majority stake in the club's stadium after taking part in German soccer's first fan cooperative. The Hamburg-based club ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Eovaldi pitches majors' 1st complete game this season as the Rangers beat the Reds 1-0
Nathan Eovaldi pitched a four-hitter for the majors' first complete game of the season, and the Texas Rangers beat the Cincinnati Reds 1-0 on Tuesday night. Eovaldi struck out eight and walked ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
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 - 2d -
Live results: Florida special election for Mike Waltz's seat
Florida voters are heading to the polls to choose a replacement for former Rep. Mike Waltz (R-Fla.), the current national security adviser, in what has shaped up to be a major referendum on ...The Hill - 2d -
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 - 1d -
Moser, Sooners kick off portal season with two high-major visitors
After losing in the first round of the NCAA Tournament, Porter Moser and the Sooners have hit the ground running in theYahoo Sports - 2d -
Colts 'dream draft haul' from Reuter gives defense major boost
What is the dream draft haul for the Indianapolis Colts in the first two rounds of this year's NFL draft?Yahoo Sports - 22h -
John Daly's son, John II, earns first collegiate victory at Columbia Spring Invitational
John Daly II, the son of two-time major winner John Daly, captured his first collegiate victory Monday at the Columbia Spring Invitational.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Small-cap benchmark Russell 2000 becomes first major U.S. stock measure to enter bear market
Small-cap stocks officially entered bear market territory on Thursday, seeing at least a 20% loss since their latest high.CNBC - 14h -
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 - 2d -
Carson Kelly hits for cycle, becomes first Cubs player to accomplish feat in more than 30 years
Kelly became just the 18th catcher in major league history to hit for the cycleCBS Sports - 3d -
What to watch in Wisconsin's Supreme Court race, special Florida elections
Voters in Wisconsin and Florida are set to decide on several key statewide and congressional races that are shaping up to be the first critical bellwethers of the national mood since the 2024 ...The Hill - 3d -
Carmelo Anthony elected to Basketball Hall of Fame: NBA, Olympics and Syracuse star to lead class, per report
Melo is a first ballot Hall of Famer, and the rest of the 2025 class will be revealed on SaturdayCBS Sports - 1d -
Jaguars 'dream draft haul' from Chad Reuter gives defense major boost
What is the dream draft haul for the Jacksonville Jaguars in the first two rounds of this year's NFL draft?Yahoo Sports - 22h -
What I Learned About Trump’s Second Term by Reading His First 100 Executive Orders
Even with Republican congressional majorities, Trump favors the flourish of the order over the hassle of lawmaking.The New York Times - 3d -
Carmelo Anthony reportedly elected to the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame's Class of 2025
The 10-time All-Star and three-time Olympic gold medalist will now be a first-ballot Hall of Famer.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Simeone planning major tactical change for Atletico Madrid vs Barcelona cup tie
After playing out an enthralling 4-4 draw in the first leg of the Copa del Rey semi-final tie in February, Barcelona and Atletico Madrid will lock horns again this week with a spot in the final on ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Republicans win in both House special elections in Florida
Republicans will win special elections for two House seats, The Associated Press projects.ABC News - 1d -
Jake Mangum goes 4 for 4 in second MLB game to help the Rays beat Pirates 6-1 in first night game
Jake Mangum got two hits from each side of the plate to finish 4 for 4 in his second major league game, and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-1 on Monday night in their first game ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Wisconsin and Florida voters head to polls in test of Trump’s popularity
Conservatives bid to overturn liberal majority on Wisconsin supreme court while Florida votes to replace Mike Waltz . US voters are headed to the polls on Tuesday in Wisconsin and Florida in ...The Guardian - 2d -
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 - 1d -
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 - 19h
