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Video surfaces of mass kidnap in Nigeria as elections loom
politics13 hours ago

Video surfaces of mass kidnap in Nigeria as elections loom

Armed gunmen abducted up to about 600 worshippers during Friday prayers in Dekera village, Niger state, with a video circulating online showing captives in a forest and a gunman addressing families. Verification of the video's date and location is unclear, authorities have not commented, and Amnesty International urged action. The incident underscores a growing pattern of mass abductions in northern Nigeria as security deteriorates ahead of the January presidential elections.

via Al Jazeera|
#elections-2026#kidnapping#nigeria
Some Texas conservatives pledge to vote Democrat
politics1 day ago

Some Texas conservatives pledge to vote Democrat

In Temple, Texas, conservative voters—including Twyla Lowry—are pledging to vote for Democrat Gina Hinojosa against GOP Gov. Greg Abbott, reflecting a growing “break rank” sentiment over Abbott’s policies and data-center issues. The race remains competitive, with implications for Texas politics and potential national impact in the 2026 elections.

via The Washington Post|
#break-rank#elections-2026#gina-hinojosa
Muslim identity becomes lightning rod in post-Michigan primary backlash
politics2 days ago

Muslim identity becomes lightning rod in post-Michigan primary backlash

After Abdul El-Sayed won Michigan’s Democratic Senate nomination, conservative commentators sharpened attacks on his Muslim identity, with Sen. Tommy Tuberville calling him a “TERRORIST” and “RADICAL ISLAMIST” on social media, illustrating how faith became a central political weapon and fueling a wave of online anti-Muslim rhetoric that the Washington Post analyzes in depth.

via The Washington Post|
#elections-2026#islam#michigan
Democrats Expand Red to Blue Recruiting with Five New Candidates
politics5 days ago

Democrats Expand Red to Blue Recruiting with Five New Candidates

The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee added five candidates to its Red to Blue top-recruit list, including three military veterans, bringing the total to 37. Leela Gray (retired Army brigadier general) is challenging Rep. Anna Paulina Luna in Florida; Zach Dembo (former Navy JAG) in Kentucky; Nancy Lacore (former Navy admiral) in South Carolina; Matt Dunlap (Maine state auditor) in Maine’s 2nd District; and Tom Perriello (former congressman) in Virginia’s 5th. Democrats are banking on veteran credentials to flip seats in 2026 as the Iran war continues, with these districts identified as competitive or vulnerable by observers.

via MS NOW|
#dccc#democrats#elections-2026
Grassroots Surge Seals Nixon's Florida Senate Primary Upset
politics6 days ago

Grassroots Surge Seals Nixon's Florida Senate Primary Upset

Democratic socialist Angie Nixon defeated the better-funded Alexander Vindman in Florida’s Democratic Senate primary, riding a grassroots, locally focused coalition and performing well in low-income, less-educated, and Black communities where progressives typically struggle. Nixon’s surge shows that a bottom-up campaign can outpace national profiles and money in a high-profile race, reshaping Florida’s political landscape ahead of the general election.

via The Washington Post|
#angie-nixon#democratic-socialists#elections-2026
Graham’s sister faces debate test on national security amid Taiwan talk in SC race
politics6 days ago

Graham’s sister faces debate test on national security amid Taiwan talk in SC race

In South Carolina’s race to replace the late Lindsey Graham, his sister Darline Graham, a fill‑in Republican candidate, told a debate audience she’s not ‘that informed on national security’ but supports the military; she clashed with rival Ralph Norman, who pressed on Taiwan security and U.S. policy toward China. The discussion touched on the U.S. approach to Taiwan, as well as comments from Trump and Xi, with early voting opening ahead of the August 25 primary.

via The Guardian|
#debate#elections-2026#national-security
Trump-Endorsed Candidates Face a Brutal Night as GOP Primary Losses Mount
politics6 days ago

Trump-Endorsed Candidates Face a Brutal Night as GOP Primary Losses Mount

Trump-backed candidates suffered a brutal GOP primary night, with losses in Wyoming and Florida despite endorsements. CNN’s analysis finds 10 Trump-endorsed candidates have lost this primary season, six of them in August, putting 2026 losses on pace to or beyond earlier years and signaling growing frustration with Trump’s grip on the party. Notable defeats included Wyoming governor candidate Megan Degenfelder and Florida contenders Cory Mills and Catalina Lauf, among others, as Republicans push back against the former president’s influence; Trump has publicly commented on some losses, while overall GOP sentiment appears increasingly wary of his leadership.

via CNN|
#cnn-politics#elections-2026#gop
Wyoming 2026 Primary Results: Live Updates on Senate, House and Statewide Races
politics6 days ago

Wyoming 2026 Primary Results: Live Updates on Senate, House and Statewide Races

Oil City News provides unofficial, AP-sourced results for the 2026 Wyoming primary, including U.S. Senate and U.S. House contests and statewide races (governor, secretary of state, superintendent, treasurer, auditor). Results are unofficial until counties and the state certify them. The piece also notes several statewide uncontested results, such as State Auditor Kristi Racines and Governor Kenneth Casner, Secretary of State Bryan McCarty.

via Oil City News|
#ap#elections-2026#live-updates
DoJ to Deploy Roughly 1,000 Poll Monitors This Fall
politics7 days ago

DoJ to Deploy Roughly 1,000 Poll Monitors This Fall

The Justice Department plans to dispatch about 1,000 monitors to polling places this fall — likely the largest number under a Republican president — to ensure election laws are followed and voters’ rights are protected; Democrats have raised concerns about potential interference, but monitors have historically behaved professionally, focusing on jurisdictions rather than personnel.

via The Washington Post|
#elections#elections-2026#justice-department
Hichilema secures a second term in Zambia's presidential election
world7 days ago

Hichilema secures a second term in Zambia's presidential election

Official results show President Hakainde Hichilema re-elected to a second five-year term with about 61.4% of the vote to challenger Brian Mundubile's 38%, according to the election commission. The victory cements his incumbency amid reports of violence and contested ballot forms, though international observers said the vote was largely peaceful and freedoms were constrained. Around 5 million voters cast ballots; supporters celebrated in Lusaka while Mundubile called for an independent investigation.

via Al Jazeera|
#elections-2026#hichilema#mundubile
politics9 days ago

South Texas tests Democrats’ edge as gerrymander reshapes battleground

Democrats see a path through Texas’ new map that added GOP seats by targeting heavily Hispanic South Texas, arguing that despite the redder districts, down‑ballot results and Latino turnout could tilt the races in Cuellar’s, Gonzalez’s and several challengers’ favor. Republicans caution that district lines don’t predict outcomes and warn Latinos may shift back to the GOP, especially amid immigration crackdowns that have disrupted labor in farming and construction. Democrats are leveraging border-policy discontent and economic concerns at events with local builders and community leaders, noting that March primaries showed rising Democratic turnout in the region, though success will hinge on whether Latino voters stay with Democrats or return to the Republicans in these border districts.

via politico.com|
#elections-2026#gerrymandering#hispanic-voters
Fresh Ballot Text Aims to Expand Florida Homestead Exemption
politics10 days ago

Fresh Ballot Text Aims to Expand Florida Homestead Exemption

After a judge found the initial ballot summary for the Florida property tax amendment misleading, the AG released new language for Constitutional Amendment 3 (HJR 1F). The proposal would raise non-school homestead exemptions to $150,000 in 2027 and $250,000 in 2028 (with inflation later), require a uniform county/municipal exemption process, offer a five-year $50,000 exemption for out-of-state homeowners, cut non-homestead assessment increases from 10% to 5%, and cap ad valorem spending to specified public services unless allowed by law. It differs from Gov. DeSantis’s original plan by not fully phasing out taxes. If approved by at least 60% in the November 3, 2026 election, it would take effect January 1, 2027.

via WKMG|
#ballot-language#elections-2026#florida