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Connecticut could become the 37th state to allow absentee/mail-in voting without an excuse

On May 15, Connecticut legislators sent a bill to Gov. Ned Lamont (D) that would remove the requirement that voters provide an excuse to request an absentee ballot.

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One-Third of Republican Supporters Want GOP to Move Beyond Trump, New Poll Shows

President Donald Trump remains the dominant force in Republican politics, but a new poll shows that a significant number of GOP voters and Republican-leaning independents are beginning to look for a different path after his second term as president ends in 2028.

International Business Times

Trump shows off site of new $400-mn ballroom

WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - US President Donald Trump on Tuesday showed off the site of his huge new White House ballroom, a $400 million project that critics say flies in the face of voter anger over the cost of living.

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Why India Called Dutch Remarks A ‘Lack Of Knowledge’

A single question during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Netherlands visit suddenly turned into a major diplomatic moment. What began as a discussion on press freedom and minority rights quickly became a powerful defence of India’s democracy, diversity, and civilisational identity. But what truly shocked many people was the sharp phrase…

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Compulsory voting has boosted turnout in Australia – is it time NZ tried it?

New Zealand has a voter turnout problem. Although enrolment is compulsory for all eligible voters, casting a ballot is optional. And the number of people voting has been falling in both general and local body elections since the 1980s.

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We can still restore democracy — maybe

Joe Biden tried to "turn the page" on Trumpism, and it failed. We need deep structural change

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Three-time Trump voter calls president the ‘worst ever’ during CSPAN phone-in

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Himachal Pradesh: Voting for 51 urban local bodies underway for civic body elections

Voting is happening today for 51 local bodies in Himachal Pradesh. This includes four Municipal Corporations in Dharamshala, Palampur, Mandi, and Solan. Over 3.6 lakh voters are eligible to cast their ballots. Separate Panchayati Raj elections will also take place later this month. Counting for Municipal Corporations is scheduled for…

The Economic Times

Trump's Three-Time Voter Brands President 'Naive' as Iran War Sends Fuel Prices Soaring in GOP Areas

The US-Iran conflict has driven oil prices up, impacting rural Colorado's economy and testing political loyalties, as residents express frustration over the administration's handling of the crisis.

International Business Times UK

High voter turnout marks Assembly elections across states; West Bengal tops with 93.71% participation: EC

Voter participation saw an upward trend in the March-May 2026 Assembly elections across five states/UTs, with Assam, Puducherry, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal recording their highest-ever turnouts. West Bengal led with an unprecedented 93.71% participation, marking a significant rise in electoral engagement.

The Economic Times

‘Starmer is doing nothing, but Burnham is for the people’: Makerfield voters pin their hopes on the ‘King of the North’

ON THE GROUND: Andy Burnham intends to stand to be the next MP for Makerfield, but would its voters welcome the ‘King of the North’? Dan Haygarth finds out

The Independent UK

Judge weighs challenges to Trump order on mail voting limits

A federal judge in Washington acknowledged Thursday the tight timeline he faces in deciding whether to pause President Donald Trump’s executive order to create a national voter list and limit mail voting nationwide. Congressional Democratic leaders, the Democratic National Committee and party campaign committees, as well as civil rights groups…

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MAGA pastor shrugs off Trump’s SA bragging, says ‘it doesn’t matter’ because God forgives and so do voters

MAGA pastor Mark Burns just made it clear he doesn’t think Donald Trump’s history of grabbing women against their will is a big deal – because God forgives, and so do voters. In a May 12, 2026, interview, Burns, who’s reportedly a spiritual adviser to Trump, told The New Yorker’s…

The Mary Sue

Why a growing number of Trump supporters are experiencing voter’s remorse

In recent months, some prominent conservatives and erstwhile allies of President Donald Trump – former U.S. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and journalist Megyn Kelly, for example – have voiced their displeasure with him on several issues. They range from Trump’s handling of the Iran war and the economy to the…

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The Economic Times

Election Commission to conduct special electoral roll revision in Maharashtra for 9.86 crore voters

The Election Commission of India will conduct a Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls in Maharashtra. This exercise will involve Booth Level Officers visiting nearly 9.86 crore voters' homes for verification. Political parties will assist to ensure accuracy. The process includes training, house-to-house verification, and publication of draft and final…

The Economic Times

EC rolls out SIR Phase III across India except J&K, Ladakh & Himachal Pradesh

The Election Commission of India has launched Phase III of its Special Intensive Revision exercise. This initiative will update electoral rolls across 16 states and three Union Territories. Nearly 3.94 lakh Booth Level Officers will conduct door-to-door verification of 36.73 crore voters. Political parties will support the process through 3.42…

The Economic Times

Tax cuts collide with inflation as voters weigh Trump's economy in the midterms

Voters in North Carolina face a tough economic choice. While tax cuts aim to boost incomes, rising prices for rent, food, and fuel are a major concern. This financial tug-of-war is shaping how people view the upcoming midterm elections. Candidates Roy Cooper and Michael Whatley offer contrasting economic visions.

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Could Deleted Votes Have Changed 31 Bengal Seats?

What happens when the number of deleted voters becomes bigger than the winning margin in an election seat? That question is now at the centre of a major political and legal debate in West Bengal after All India Trinamool Congress made explosive claims before the Supreme Court of India. The…

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International Business Times UK

Army In Every State': Trump's Bold Warning On Midterm Elections Sparks Fierce Backlash

Donald Trump's plan to deploy an election integrity army for the 2026 midterms has sparked backlash, with critics fearing voter intimidation and questioning election legitimacy

The Guardian - AU

Muslim Votes Matter says anonymous bid to create political party under same name an attempt to ‘mislead’ voters

Push to register unaffiliated party with identical name to grassroots group follows Avi Yemini’s plan to use ‘Free Palestine party’ to funnel votes to One Nation

Latin Times

Most Voters Are Skeptic About Parts Of Trump's SAVE America Act, Poll Shows

A new poll found that only 37% of Americans support the SAVE America Act overall, while 21% oppose it and another 21% neither support nor oppose it.

The Guardian - US

‘Truly terrifying’: Alberta voter data breach raises fears for Canada’s electoral integrity

Debates over secession overshadowed by revelations separatist-linked group gained access to list of electors

The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: Iranian politician’s Australian links revealed; how One Nation won in Farrer; the mystery of ‘gaping’ whales

Australia’s handling of Iran sanctions in spotlight; voter shifts to One Nation seen across Farrer; research sheds new light on whale behaviour

The Guardian - AU

One Nation’s Farrer win is just the latest example of regional NSW voters putting a stick in the eye of the major parties

Before independents reshaped urban politics, country electorates in the state had long elected outsiders and defectors

The Guardian - US

Trump news at a glance: Republicans dominating redistricting fight across several states before midterms

President and his party celebrate as Democrats vow to fight Virginia court ruling barring state from enacting new voter-approved congressional maps – key US politics stories from 8 May 2026 at a glance

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