Allies back Starmer as Mandelson and Epstein leave the UK leader fighting for his job
Read full article: Allies back Starmer as Mandelson and Epstein leave the UK leader fighting for his jobSenior Cabinet ministers are rallying around U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer, whose leadership is under threat.
A big midterms year in Arizona kicks off with the state's largest county embroiled in election drama
Read full article: A big midterms year in Arizona kicks off with the state's largest county embroiled in election dramaMuch of the political spotlight this election year in Arizona has been focused on the office that runs elections in Maricopa County, the state’s largest.
Indiana primary will test Trump's control over Republican Party after redistricting defiance
Read full article: Indiana primary will test Trump's control over Republican Party after redistricting defiancePresident Donald Trump's influence on the Republican Party is facing a test in Indiana's upcoming primary.
Former Wisconsin man sentenced to 20 months in federal prison for illegal campaign contributions
Read full article: Former Wisconsin man sentenced to 20 months in federal prison for illegal campaign contributionsA federal judge has sentenced a former Wisconsin man to 20 months in prison for making campaign contributions after renouncing his U.S. citizenship.
Federal judge dismisses DOJ lawsuit seeking detailed information about Rhode Island voters
Read full article: Federal judge dismisses DOJ lawsuit seeking detailed information about Rhode Island votersA federal judge in Rhode Island has dismissed the Trump administration's lawsuit demanding the state's unredacted voter rolls.
Judge sides with Arizona election official in ruling that has implications for midterms voting
Read full article: Judge sides with Arizona election official in ruling that has implications for midterms votingThe top election official in Arizona’s most populous county will get more authority in running elections after a judge sided with his office in a prolonged legal fight with the county board that shares responsibility for overseeing voting.
Bulgaria's pro-Russian former president is seen as strong front-runner in Sunday's election
Read full article: Bulgaria's pro-Russian former president is seen as strong front-runner in Sunday's electionBulgarians are holding an early election that could bring to power a left-leaning ex-president.
Progressive Analilia Mejía takes New Jersey US House special election, giving Democrats another win
Read full article: Progressive Analilia Mejía takes New Jersey US House special election, giving Democrats another winNew Jersey Democrat Analilia Mejía has won a special election to fill the U.S. House seat that was vacated by Democratic Gov. Mikie Sherrill after she was voted into that office.
California attorney who tried to help overturn 2020 election loses law license
Read full article: California attorney who tried to help overturn 2020 election loses law licenseA California attorney who aided President Donald Trump’s efforts to stay in power following his 2020 election loss is no longer licensed to practice in California.
House Democrats will try anti-corruption message to gain traction against Trump
Read full article: House Democrats will try anti-corruption message to gain traction against TrumpHouse Democrats are launching what they call an anti-corruption task force in an attempt to strengthen ethics rules and protect voting access.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in New Jersey's special congressional election
Read full article: AP Decision Notes: What to expect in New Jersey's special congressional electionA special election in New Jersey’s 11th Congressional District on Thursday will fill the House seat most recently held by Democratic Gov. Mikie Sherrill.
Florida governor candidate arrested after terrorizing elderly parents, sheriff says
Read full article: Florida governor candidate arrested after terrorizing elderly parents, sheriff saysA man running for Florida governor was arrested earlier this month, and newly released footage shows more of what happened.
Democrats line up to run in Virginia congressional districts, even before voters approve them
Read full article: Democrats line up to run in Virginia congressional districts, even before voters approve themVirginia voters are set to decide next week on a Democratic-drawn redistricting plan that could boost the party's chances in the U.S. House.
From chants on trams to a parliament rave, young Hungarians provided a soundtrack for Orbán’s defeat
Read full article: From chants on trams to a parliament rave, young Hungarians provided a soundtrack for Orbán’s defeatYoung Hungarians have played a crucial role in ending Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's 16-year rule.
Redistricting battle narrows for US House as states seek partisan edge in November elections
Read full article: Redistricting battle narrows for US House as states seek partisan edge in November electionsThe timeline is tightening as some states attempt to redraw U.S. House districts ahead of the November midterm elections.
Irish government survives confidence vote over handling of fuel protests
Read full article: Irish government survives confidence vote over handling of fuel protestsThe Irish government has survived a confidence vote over how it handled a week of fuel protests that cut off oil deliveries and caused massive traffic jams.
John Morgan promises $100K for anyone who can name his new Florida political party
Read full article: John Morgan promises $100K for anyone who can name his new Florida political partyOrlando attorney John Morgan took to social media to announce a contest: a $100,000 prize for whomever can name his new third party here in Florida.
Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas says he will retire after acknowledging affair with staffer
Read full article: Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas says he will retire after acknowledging affair with stafferRepublican Rep. Tony Gonzales of Texas says he will retire from Congress amid bipartisan calls to expel him.
Swalwell's exit shakes up a chaotic California governor's race
Read full article: Swalwell's exit shakes up a chaotic California governor's raceDemocratic Rep. Eric Swalwell’s abrupt exit from the race for California governor left his rivals scrambling to lock down his former supporters in a crowded contest with no clear leader.
Election loss for Hungarian Prime Minister Orbán has ripple effects for Trump, US conservatives
Read full article: Election loss for Hungarian Prime Minister Orbán has ripple effects for Trump, US conservativesThe big election over the weekend was in a small European country nearly half a world away from Washington, but the defeat of Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has significant reverberations in the United States.
Outcome of Peruvian presidential election unknown after voting stretches into a second day
Read full article: Outcome of Peruvian presidential election unknown after voting stretches into a second dayPeruvians still don't know the outcome of Sunday's presidential election after a ballot delivery issue forced authorities to extend voting by a day.
Hungarian election victor Magyar says he’d speak with Putin and ask him to end the war in Ukraine
Read full article: Hungarian election victor Magyar says he’d speak with Putin and ask him to end the war in UkraineHungarian election winner Péter Magyar says he would talk to Russian President Vladimir Putin but won't initiate contact.
Benin holds presidential election with finance minister favored to succeed Talon
Read full article: Benin holds presidential election with finance minister favored to succeed TalonVotes have been cast in Benin where the country is choosing a successor to President Patrice Talon, who is stepping down after a decade in power.
Hungarian Prime Minister Orbán is ejected after 16 years in a European electoral earthquake
Read full article: Hungarian Prime Minister Orbán is ejected after 16 years in a European electoral earthquakeHungarian voters have ousted long-serving Prime Minister Viktor Orbán after 16 years in power, rejecting the authoritarian policies and global far-right movement that he embodied in favor of a pro-European challenger in a bombshell election result with global repercussions.
Hungarian election rivals Orbán and Magyar make final push for votes on eve of poll
Read full article: Hungarian election rivals Orbán and Magyar make final push for votes on eve of pollHungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán and his election challenger Péter Magyar are holding final rallies on the eve of a pivotal poll.
Allies yank support for Swalwell's California governor run after sexual assault allegations
Read full article: Allies yank support for Swalwell's California governor run after sexual assault allegationsProminent supporters of California Rep. Eric Swalwell's bid for governor are withdrawing their support in a stunning political reversal.
Trump likes to back winners in foreign elections. The upcoming vote in Hungary will test his clout
Read full article: Trump likes to back winners in foreign elections. The upcoming vote in Hungary will test his cloutDonald Trump has made a public flex of his political influence abroad on a scale that few, if any, U.S. presidents have, trying to marshal power he’s used domestically to sway races around the world.
What's behind Péter Magyar's ascent to power in Hungary after Prime Minister Orbán's defeat
Read full article: What's behind Péter Magyar's ascent to power in Hungary after Prime Minister Orbán's defeatHungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar has brought about an end to Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's 16-year rule.
In his first 100 days, Mamdani brings a unique star power to New York City governance
Read full article: In his first 100 days, Mamdani brings a unique star power to New York City governanceIn his first 100 days in office, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has governed with a star power unusual in politics.
High schooler’s 3D design saves Seminole County thousands on election equipment
Read full article: High schooler’s 3D design saves Seminole County thousands on election equipmentA Lake Mary High School sophomore, Ethan Sigal, designed and 3D-printed a replacement part for ballot printers used by Seminole County’s Supervisor of Elections Office, saving the county thousands of dollars.
A federal judge dismisses another DOJ lawsuit seeking voter data, this time in Massachusetts
Read full article: A federal judge dismisses another DOJ lawsuit seeking voter data, this time in MassachusettsA federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit from the U.S. Department of Justice seeking Massachusetts' voter rolls.
Clarification: Election 2026-Young Voters story
Read full article: Clarification: Election 2026-Young Voters storyIn a story published April 9, 2026, about many young voters who say they want candidates who offer something new and not just opposition, The Associated Press included an interview with Jacob Abbott, a University of Michigan student.
Democratic presidential prospects flock to New York to court activists at Al Sharpton's conference
Read full article: Democratic presidential prospects flock to New York to court activists at Al Sharpton's conferenceThe Democratic Party’s leading 2028 presidential prospects are warning African Americans that President Donald Trump is actively working to undermine their right to vote in 2026.
'We got our butts kicked': Republicans reckon with Democratic success ahead of the midterms
Read full article: 'We got our butts kicked': Republicans reckon with Democratic success ahead of the midtermsRepublicans have had some setbacks this election year, with recent Democratic wins Wisconsin and Georgia.
Sen. Elissa Slotkin sits down with Trump voters in Iowa while campaigning for Democrats
Read full article: Sen. Elissa Slotkin sits down with Trump voters in Iowa while campaigning for DemocratsMichigan U.S. Sen. Elissa Slotkin is in Iowa to support Democratic congressional candidates and gather insights on how Democrats could win over President Donald Trump's supporters.
How big of a tent do Democrats want? Hasan Piker is testing the limits in Michigan's Senate primary
Read full article: How big of a tent do Democrats want? Hasan Piker is testing the limits in Michigan's Senate primaryProgressive Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed is teaming up with online streamer Hasan Piker for campus events that are already sparking backlash.
Trump-endorsed Republican Clay Fuller wins Marjorie Taylor Greene’s former House seat in Georgia
Read full article: Trump-endorsed Republican Clay Fuller wins Marjorie Taylor Greene’s former House seat in GeorgiaRepublican Clay Fuller has won Marjorie Taylor Greene’s former U.S. House seat in Georgia.
Trump endorses Republican Steven Hilton for California governor, reordering wide-open race
Read full article: Trump endorses Republican Steven Hilton for California governor, reordering wide-open racePresident Donald Trump is endorsing Republican Steve Hilton for California governor, reordering a wide-open race.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Wisconsin's spring election
Read full article: AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Wisconsin's spring electionWisconsin voters will choose a new state Supreme Court justice on Tuesday in an election that will either maintain or expand the court’s liberal majority.
Low-voltage utility elections face surge of attention as electricity bills rise
Read full article: Low-voltage utility elections face surge of attention as electricity bills riseSkyrocketing power demand from massive data centers and rising household electric bills are injecting a wave of attention into who is getting elected to watch over electric utilities.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Georgia's special congressional runoff
Read full article: AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Georgia's special congressional runoffVoters in a northwest Georgia congressional district will elect a new representative on Tuesday to replace Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene, who resigned in January following a public rift with President Donald Trump.
How Graham Platner is using trivia games and happy hours to help power his Maine Senate campaign
Read full article: How Graham Platner is using trivia games and happy hours to help power his Maine Senate campaignDemocrat Graham Platner is attracting support for his Maine Senate campaign from voters willing to forgive his past transgressions and embrace his populist message.
Can Kennedy lineage and hype over 'Love Story' help send JFK's grandson to Congress?
Read full article: Can Kennedy lineage and hype over 'Love Story' help send JFK's grandson to Congress?As a Kennedy scion, Jack Schlossberg had a lot of hype behind him when he launched his congressional campaign in New York City late last year.
Tennessee eases up on its unique child support rule for restoring voting rights after a felony
Read full article: Tennessee eases up on its unique child support rule for restoring voting rights after a felonyA new Tennessee law has eased up on two longstanding financial hurdles for people with felony sentences who want their voting rights back.
Exclusive: Orbán challenger Magyar says election is a 'referendum' on Hungary's place in the world
Read full article: Exclusive: Orbán challenger Magyar says election is a 'referendum' on Hungary's place in the worldHungarian opposition leader Péter Magyar says an upcoming election against pro-Russian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán is a “referendum” on Hungary’s future.
Georgia lawmakers end annual session without settling conflict on voting machines
Read full article: Georgia lawmakers end annual session without settling conflict on voting machinesThe Georgia General Assembly has ended its annual session without a plan for new equipment to overhaul the state’s voting system by a July deadline.
A look at Todd Blanche, the ex-Trump lawyer who's the president's pick for acting attorney general
Read full article: A look at Todd Blanche, the ex-Trump lawyer who's the president's pick for acting attorney generalBefore picking Todd Blanche to help lead and now run the Justice Department, President Donald Trump was his client.
Colorado court orders resentencing for former county clerk in election fraud scheme
Read full article: Colorado court orders resentencing for former county clerk in election fraud schemeA Colorado appeals court has ruled that a former county clerk convicted in a scheme that attempted to find proof of fraud in the 2020 presidential election should be resentenced.
Gov. DeSantis signs election bill targeting voter registration, stock disclosures
Read full article: Gov. DeSantis signs election bill targeting voter registration, stock disclosuresThe bill requires verification of U.S. citizenship during voter registration, mandates paper ballots for all elections and requires congressional candidates to disclose stock trading activity while in office.
North Carolina's electoral future may hinge on rural Black voters who feel ignored by Democrats
Read full article: North Carolina's electoral future may hinge on rural Black voters who feel ignored by DemocratsDemocrats in North Carolina are scrambling to turn out rural Black voters and say the party cannot win the state without them.
Rubio's and Vance's differing postures on Iran war highlight their challenges ahead of 2028 election
Read full article: Rubio's and Vance's differing postures on Iran war highlight their challenges ahead of 2028 electionSecretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance are both seen as the Republican Party’s strongest potential candidates in the next presidential election, but the Iran war could prove to be a political millstone for them.
Trump signs order directing creation of a national voter list, a move already facing lawsuit threats
Read full article: Trump signs order directing creation of a national voter list, a move already facing lawsuit threatsPresident Donald Trump has signed an executive order that aims to tighten voting rules by creating a national list of eligible voters and limiting mail ballots.
Wisconsin judicial panel dismisses Democratic attempt to redraw congressional maps
Read full article: Wisconsin judicial panel dismisses Democratic attempt to redraw congressional mapsA three-judge panel in Wisconsin has dismissed a lawsuit brought by Democratic voters that sought to redraw the battleground state’s Republican-friendly congressional boundary lines ahead of the November midterm election.
Lula keeps Alckmin as his running mate for Brazil's general election in October
Read full article: Lula keeps Alckmin as his running mate for Brazil's general election in OctoberBrazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva says he will once again have his past rival and current Vice President Geraldo Alckmin as his running mate for his reelection bid.
3 FBI agents fired after investigating Trump file class action suit alleging 'retribution campaign'
Read full article: 3 FBI agents fired after investigating Trump file class action suit alleging 'retribution campaign'Three fired FBI agents have sued to try to get their jobs back, saying in a class action lawsuit they were illegally punished for their participation in an investigation into President Donald Trump’s efforts to overturn his 2020 election defeat.
European Union official says reports of violence during Serbia vote unacceptable
Read full article: European Union official says reports of violence during Serbia vote unacceptableA European Union official says that violent incidents and irregularities that have been reported during local elections in Serbia were “unacceptable.”.
REPORT: President Trump says he may hire Florida Gov. DeSantis next year
Read full article: REPORT: President Trump says he may hire Florida Gov. DeSantis next yearThere’s less than a year until Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ final term in office comes to an end, and questions are surfacing about what he plans to do next.
Central African Republic's president sworn in for a third term after disputed election
Read full article: Central African Republic's president sworn in for a third term after disputed electionCentral African Republic President Faustin-Archange Touadéra has been sworn in for a third term three months after a disputed election.
AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Arkansas' primary runoff elections
Read full article: AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Arkansas' primary runoff electionsTwo Arkansas Republicans with competing visions on how best to implement President Donald Trump’s agenda to overhaul elections and voting will vie for their party’s nomination for the state’s top elections job on Tuesday.
Could a Democrat really replace Marjorie Taylor Greene? This retired Army general is trying
Read full article: Could a Democrat really replace Marjorie Taylor Greene? This retired Army general is tryingDemocrats are drumming up enthusiasm for their long-shot candidate in Republican former congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene's old Georgia district while their party is building nationwide momentum.
CPAC activists embrace Paxton as MAGA's choice for Texas Senate over Cornyn
Read full article: CPAC activists embrace Paxton as MAGA's choice for Texas Senate over CornynTexas Attorney General Ken Paxton has positioned himself as the grassroots favorite in the runoff election to determine the party's Senate nominee.
Nepal police arrest former prime minister and former home minister over September protest deaths
Read full article: Nepal police arrest former prime minister and former home minister over September protest deathsPolice in Nepal have arrested former Prime Minister Khadga Prasad Oli over the deaths of dozens of people during violent protests in September that toppled the government and resulted in new elections.
Missouri court says new Trump-backed US House districts are in effect ahead of midterm elections
Read full article: Missouri court says new Trump-backed US House districts are in effect ahead of midterm electionsA Missouri judge has allowed the use of new U.S. House districts backed by President Donald Trump.
A 14-year-old running for governor is the first teen to get on Vermont's general election ballot
Read full article: A 14-year-old running for governor is the first teen to get on Vermont's general election ballotAnother teen is running for governor of Vermont, and this time, he'll be on the general election ballot.
Georgia's Fulton County and the Trump administration square off in court over seized 2020 ballots
Read full article: Georgia's Fulton County and the Trump administration square off in court over seized 2020 ballotsA federal judge is weighing a demand by Georgia's Fulton County that the FBI return 2020 election ballots and records that were seized from an Atlanta-area warehouse.
Balen Shah's political rise in Nepal reflects a broader shift after youth-led protests
Read full article: Balen Shah's political rise in Nepal reflects a broader shift after youth-led protestsAn engineer-turned-rapper who later became Kathmandu’s mayor is poised to lead Nepal as prime minister after his party won a landslide election.