elections

Talarico’s Controversial Sermon to Voters

James Talarico won the Democratic Senate nomination in Texas while leaving a trail of eyebrow raising religious and social comments. He has discussed God, Jesus, sex and abortion in ways that have pundits and opponents talking. Here is what he actually said and why it matters.

Trump Blasts Democrats Over Voter ID Fight

President Trump blamed Senate Democrats for a partial government shutdown and for blocking a bill that would require voter ID and proof of citizenship. He said Democrats oppose the measure because it would cost them elections. The bill faces a steep climb in the Senate and the shutdown is already disrupting some federal services.

Court Halts Trump Voter Citizenship Rule

A federal judge has permanently blocked key parts of President Trump’s executive order that would have required documentary proof of U.S. citizenship to register or vote in federal elections. The ruling centers on separation of powers and raises fresh questions about who sets voting rules.