Election Day

Ahead of Election Day, Michigan's Democratic candidates started their campaign with a united front. The group kicked off its activities at a campaign rally.

New filings reveal massive spending ahead of Election Day in Tennessee, involving millions of dollars spent on television advertising and personal attacks. The funding surrounds the process where Tennessee Republicans will choose their nominee for governor on Thursday. This event has become described as the state’s most expensive primary race of the 2026 election cycle.

Representative Chuck Edwards dropped his re-election bid just over 12 weeks before Election Day, leaving the North Carolina G.O.P. without a candidate. The scandal has created a tight timeline for the party to secure a nominee.

AP projects Michael Bouchard will win the Republican primary for U.S. House District 10. Bouchard advances to the November general election, with Election Day on Nov. 3, 2026.

Sunny and comfortable weather will greet Michigan voters on Election Day, with temperatures in the mid-80s. Rain is expected to begin Wednesday night, with scattered showers and thunderstorms on Thursday, potentially affecting commutes. The weekend forecast returns to clear skies and warm temperatures.

Election Day approaches as Metro Detroit voters consider millage proposals. A Democratic Senate race between Dr. Abdul El-Sayed and Rep. Haley Stevens is highlighted, though other ballot issues are also emphasized.

An Afghan woman accused of supporting an Islamic State-inspired attack in the U.S. on Election Day in 2024 is the first person facing deportation through the Trump administration’s use of an obscure court that remained dormant for 30 years.

An increasing number of partisan poll watchers and nonpartisan election observers are present at polling places, raising concerns about voter confusion and intimidation. Voting rights advocates warn this could undermine trust in the November midterm elections, with political parties blaming each other for the situation.

House Republicans are using their August recess to seek opportunities in a challenging midterm environment, focusing on a 100-day period leading up to Election Day and linking Democrats to far-left candidates.

A new lawsuit in Wisconsin argues that voters whose absentee ballots have not arrived by Election Day should be allowed to cast provisional ballots at the polls to ensure their votes are counted.

Kalshi traders predict a 75% chance that gas prices will exceed $3.50 on Election Day in November, driven by rising U.S.-Iran tensions. The odds reflect expectations of prolonged higher gas prices due to geopolitical factors.

The Supreme Court upheld Mississippi's law allowing mail-in ballots postmarked by Election Day and received within five business days, rejecting Republican claims that this undermines election finality. The ruling preserves similar rules in over a dozen states ahead of the midterms, while Trump's executive order and proposed legislation aim to restrict mail-in voting.

Californians are becoming more cautious with their voting behavior as rising costs influence their decisions. The article highlights Kevin Stull and Bryan Diaz at Ana’s Hair Salon in San Francisco on Election Day.

Chakrabarti stated they will support former rival Chan through Election Day, with no spending limit set. The statement highlights a shift from their previous rivalry to collaboration.

California's slow ballot counting process has drawn criticism from The New York Times editorial board, which accused Democrats of defending a flawed system. The editorial highlighted that other U.S. states and democracies count votes faster, and called for federal legislation to require all mail-in ballots be received by Election Day. California's jungle primary results remain unresolved a week after the June 2 primary, with Xavier Becerra and Steve Hilton confirmed as finalists for governor.

Spencer Pratt's prospects have dimmed in Los Angeles. Los Angeles County has started counting late-arriving and provisional ballots following Election Day.

California's primary election results may take days or weeks to finalize due to mail-in ballots. Mail-in ballots are valid if postmarked by Election Day and received by county election offices by June 9. Voters can also return ballots in person.

Mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt spent Election Day at Roscoe’s Chicken ‘N Waffles, shaking hands with voters, and later prayed at one of Los Angeles' oldest churches as part of his final campaign efforts.

Ballot-tracking data indicates slower Democratic voter turnout heading into Election Day, raising expectations of a potential late surge in the California governor’s race.

Los Angeles mayoral and California gubernatorial candidates are making their final campaign efforts in Southern California to influence undecided voters ahead of Election Day.

Election day is approaching, and Power Play highlights key events to watch. The article also mentions a post-election debriefing featuring two journalists named Joe.

Peru’s election chief has resigned amid growing frustration over delays in ballot delivery and other missteps during election day, which have led to dissatisfaction with electoral authorities.

Republican lawmakers are concerned about voter perceptions of President Trump's economic management following Iran's decision to keep the Strait of Hormuz closed, which could lead to higher fuel prices before the November election. The potential economic impact and voter backlash have raised alarms within the GOP.

Abdullah Haji Zada, an 18-year-old Afghan national and U.S. lawful permanent resident, pleaded guilty to obtaining firearms and ammunition for an ISIS-inspired terrorist attack planned for Election Day. The charges include knowingly receiving and conspiring to receive weapons intended for committing a federal crime of terrorism.