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Elon Musk is creating a new political party. Can a third party ever win a US presidential election?

by Cody Mello-Klein
People speak at podiums during a mayoral debate in New York City.
Law

Is ranked choice voting a good electoral system? New York City could be a test case, experts say

by Cody Mello-Klein
Voters cast their ballots behind confidential booths at an indoor voting station.
Law

SAVE Act: Will you need a photo ID to vote in the 2026 midterms?

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by Tanner Stening
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani raising the arm of Darializa Avila Chevalier, who is smiling, at a celebratory event.
World & National News

Is democratic socialism really on the rise in the United States?

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by Tanner Stening
President Donald Trump standing in front of a microphone at the front of a joint session in Congress.
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5 key takeaways from Donald Trump’s joint address to Congress

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by Cyrus Moulton
Chuck Schumer and Hakeem Jeffries speaking with reporters at the Capitol.
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Can progressives and moderates bridge the growing divide in the Democratic Party?

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by Tanner Stening
RFK Jr speaking into a microphone in front of the United States flag.
World & National News

RFK Jr. drops out, endorses Donald Trump. Former president may get small bump, expert says

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by Tanner Stening
Voters in New York fill out ballots inside a gymnasium.
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Election 2025: Historic night for Democrats with key wins in New York, New Jersey and Virginia

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by Tanner Stening
Kamala Harris shaking Donald Trump's hand before the debate.
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Trump-Harris debate takeaways: Experts breakdown the handshake, body language and other moments

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by Tanner Stening
Joe Biden and Kamala Harris stand on a balcony raising their hands together.
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How soon will pollsters have good data on a Harris-Trump matchup?

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by Tanner Stening
Nikki Haley standing in front of a row of US flags waving to a crowd off-camera.
Law

Should Nikki Haley drop out of the race? Staying in helps Trump and Biden, hurts her future, expert says

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by Cyrus Moulton
Gov. Gavin Newsom speaks during a campaign event on Proposition 50, which is displayed next to an American flag in the background.
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California voters give Democrats a chance in mid-term elections, expert says

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by Kate Rix