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‘Our democracy is run by two private clubs’: can a pro-hunting Democrat lead a blue wave in Iowa?

As Trump’s approval ratings dip and gas prices rise, Democrats see an opening with Rob Sand

The Guardian - US

How the Supreme Court is reshaping the US midterm elections

The US Supreme Court is set to decide two crucial election law cases. One case challenges rules on counting mail-in ballots received after Election Day. The other case questions limits on money spent by political parties in coordination with candidates. These rulings could significantly shape upcoming elections and the balance…

The Economic Times

Nineteen states have conformed to the One Big Beautiful Bill Act’s No Tax on Tips deduction

Welcome to the Thursday, May 28, 2026, Brew.

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How the redistricting battle is taking shape ahead of midterms

This extensive redistricting effort, which is still unfolding, could significantly alter the political landscape

The Independent UK

The Eternal Recurrence of Colin Allred

The former Dallas congressman and (twice) Senate hopeful successfully completed his redux bid to come back to the U.S. House.

Texas Observer

South Carolina Senate rejects Trump-backed congressional redistricting plan

The political drama in South Carolina is part of a Republican strategy to redraw voting districts to the GOP’s advantage

The Independent UK

Federal court blocks Republican-favored Alabama plan for new congressional districts

The state retains the option to appeal the ruling to the US Supreme Court

The Independent UK

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Missouri General Assembly puts two constitutional amendments on the Nov. 3 ballot

Welcome to the Thursday, May 21, 2026, Brew.

Ballotpedia

‘A Jackie Robinson moment’: Jeffries echoes NAACP calls for college sports boycott over voting rights

The top US House Democrat called out SEC schools for their silence in the wake of a supreme court decision that has severely weakened the Voting Rights Act

The Guardian - US

Oregon voters reject Democrats' gas tax increase as Iran war causes prices to soar

Oregon voters have rejected a gas tax increase passed last year by Democratic lawmakers

AAP

Oregon voters reject Democrats' gas tax increase as Iran war causes gas prices to soar

Oregon voters have rejected a gas tax increase passed last year by Democratic lawmakers

AAP

Jones and Jackson head to GOP runoff for Georgia governor race

The Republican nominee will try to hold onto the governor’s office for the party, which has won every election to the post since 2002

The Independent UK

Georgia primary election results winners: GA primary election voting closes, projections are out

GA primary election results: In the race for Georgia governor, Donald Trump is backing Lt. Gov. Burt Jones in an unexpectedly ugly battle for the Republican nomination.

The Economic Times

Kentucky primary election results, winners: ‌Thomas Massie lost to Donald Trump backed Ed Gallrein, S. Guthrie, James Comer, Melissa Strange win key races

Kentucky primary election was seen as a test of U.S. President Donald Trump's powers to persuade Republican voters to punish his critics.

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Oregon voters decide whether to boost their gas tax as Iran war causes prices at the pump to soar

Oregon voters are facing a familiar theme on their primary ballot: well-financed Democratic incumbents looking to slide past little-known challengers while Republicans attempt to nominate candidates who could put up a fight in November in a heavily blue state

Ballotpedia

Hawaii Gov. Joshua Green signs bill restricting corporate political activity

Welcome to Ballot Bulletin: Ballotpedia's Weekly Election Policy Digest. Every Tuesday, we deliver the latest updates on election policy around the country, including nationwide trends and recent legislative activity.

The Independent UK

Gas tax increase is on the ballot in Oregon amid skyrocketing fuel prices

The increase was Democrats' answer to a decline in gas tax revenue from the shift to more fuel-efficient, electric and hybrid vehicles

Ballotpedia

Rep. Steve Cohen becomes the 57th U.S. representative to announce he won’t seek re-election in 2026

Rep. Steve Cohen (D-Tenn.) announced on May 15, 2026, that he will not seek re-election to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2026.

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What's on the Louisiana May 16 Ballot: Five Constitutional Amendments Remain as U.S. House Primaries Are Suspended

Louisiana voters will decide on five proposed constitutional amendments on May 16, 2026, while U.S. House primaries have been suspended and other races continue on the ballot.

The Independent UK

What to expect in Louisiana’s primaries and how it’s set to test Trump’s power

This election marks the latest instance of Trump seeking to exact retribution from perceived political adversaries

Ballotpedia

Drawing lines: A look at the methods, precedents, and history of redistricting

Welcome to the Friday, May 15, 2026, Brew.

Axios

Judge allows Tennessee map favoring Republicans to move ahead

Tennessee Democrats suffered a key setback in their lawsuit challenging the new map.

Axios

Louisiana advances congressional map with reduced Black representation

Senators heard nearly 10 hours of testimony in the overnight meeting.

Axios

Inside the wild $25 million fight to oust top GOP Trump critic Thomas Massie

One group is running ads depicting Jewish billionaire Paul Singer with a rainbow Star of David.

The Independent UK

Tennessee governor met with protests after signing GOP-backed House redistricting into law

Tennessee is the first state to enact new congressional districts since a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling significantly weakened federal Voting Rights Act protections for minorities

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