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Coloradans are voting in hotly contested races for Senate, House and governor, as newcomers and progressives challenge established incumbents.
Why it matters: Coloradans are voting in hotly contested races for Senate, House and governor, as newcomers and progressives challenge established incumbents.
A costly, scorched-earth Denver primary reflects the fight over the Democratic Party’s direction. But voters want it to stop. Copyright 2026 The Denver Post. All rights reserved. The use of any...
Why it matters: A costly, scorched-earth Denver primary reflects the fight over the Democratic Party’s direction. But voters want it to stop. Copyright 2026 The Denver Post. All rights reserved. The use of any...
The polls have closed in the 2026 Colorado primary election. This year is a defining one for both major parties in the state, as anti-establishment candidates are challenging incu...
Why it matters: The polls have closed in the 2026 Colorado primary election. This year is a defining one for both major parties in the state, as anti-establishment candidates are challenging incu...
The question of Michael Bennet or Phil Weiser for governor will be decided by primary voters, settling a yearlong campaign between the Democratic heavyweights to be the party’s nominee.
Why it matters: The question of Michael Bennet or Phil Weiser for governor will be decided by primary voters, settling a yearlong campaign between the Democratic heavyweights to be the party’s nominee.
Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser won the Democratic nomination for governor Tuesday, defeating U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet in a primary upset that underscored voter frustration with Washington.
Why it matters: Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser won the Democratic nomination for governor Tuesday, defeating U.S. Sen. Michael Bennet in a primary upset that underscored voter frustration with Washington.
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — State attorneys general from across the country are gathering in Greenwich this week for a national conference convened by Attorney General William Tong. Tong is currently...
Why it matters: NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — State attorneys general from across the country are gathering in Greenwich this week for a national conference convened by Attorney General William Tong. Tong is currently...
The Senate GOP campaign arm won a major Supreme Court boost in the party's bid to hold congressional majorities on Tuesday.
Why it matters: The Senate GOP campaign arm won a major Supreme Court boost in the party's bid to hold congressional majorities on Tuesday.
See live results from the 2026 Colorado Attorney General primary election as Republican and Democrat votes are counted by candidate and county.
Why it matters: See live results from the 2026 Colorado Attorney General primary election as Republican and Democrat votes are counted by candidate and county.
The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down federal limits on how much political parties may spend in coordination with candidates, handing party committees a major win and reshaping campaign-finance rules ahead of the...
Why it matters: The Supreme Court on Tuesday struck down federal limits on how much political parties may spend in coordination with candidates, handing party committees a major win and reshaping campaign-finance rules ahead of the...
Justices to consider whether bans on AR-15s and similar semi-automatic firearms violate second amendment The US supreme court will consider whether bans on semi-automatic rifles, often called assault weapons, violate...
Why it matters: Justices to consider whether bans on AR-15s and similar semi-automatic firearms violate second amendment The US supreme court will consider whether bans on semi-automatic rifles, often called assault weapons, violate...
One big reason why D.C.'s July 4 fireworks show is being pushed later: President Trump is scheduled to give a 45-minute speech on a National Mall stage, a source involved in the planning tells Axios.
Why it matters: One big reason why D.C.'s July 4 fireworks show is being pushed later: President Trump is scheduled to give a 45-minute speech on a National Mall stage, a source involved in the planning tells Axios.
British officials signalled they could open a national‑interest or media‑plurality review of Paramount Skydance’s proposed $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, creating a new regulatory choke point that could delay the deal or force remedies even after approvals elsewhere.
Why it matters: British officials signalled they could open a national‑interest or media‑plurality review of Paramount Skydance’s proposed $110 billion acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, creating a new regulatory choke point that could delay the deal or force remedies even after approvals elsewhere.
On the surface, Monday's Supreme Court ruling that keeps Lisa Cook in place as a Federal Reserve governor for now was a win for believers that the central bank works best when insulated from the day-to-day control of...
Why it matters: On the surface, Monday's Supreme Court ruling that keeps Lisa Cook in place as a Federal Reserve governor for now was a win for believers that the central bank works best when insulated from the day-to-day control of...
Immigration advocates are celebrating the Supreme Court's decision to uphold birthright citizenship as a win for children, families and the Constitution.
Why it matters: Immigration advocates are celebrating the Supreme Court's decision to uphold birthright citizenship as a win for children, families and the Constitution.
The U.S. Supreme Court rejected an executive order that sought to limit birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment, reinforcing judicial limits on unilateral executive changes to immigration policy and preserving established rules affecting births and legal status.
Why it matters: The U.S. Supreme Court rejected an executive order that sought to limit birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment, reinforcing judicial limits on unilateral executive changes to immigration policy and preserving established rules affecting births and legal status.
The Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that states can ban transgender girls from girls' school sports teams, handing conservative states a historic victory in their fight to restrict trans rights.
Why it matters: The Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that states can ban transgender girls from girls' school sports teams, handing conservative states a historic victory in their fight to restrict trans rights.
70 years after the Red Scare and 35 years after the fall of the Soviet Union, President Trump and Republicans are trying to re-introduce a national fear of "godless communists" ahead of the critical midterms.
Why it matters: 70 years after the Red Scare and 35 years after the fall of the Soviet Union, President Trump and Republicans are trying to re-introduce a national fear of "godless communists" ahead of the critical midterms.
“A s societies grow decadent, the language grows decadent, too,” Gore Vidal wrote in 1986.
Why it matters: “A s societies grow decadent, the language grows decadent, too,” Gore Vidal wrote in 1986.
Today is the final day for the supreme court to lay out the last rulings of its nine-month term Hello, and welcome to the US politics live blog.
Why it matters: Today is the final day for the supreme court to lay out the last rulings of its nine-month term Hello, and welcome to the US politics live blog.
The Alaska Supreme Court ruled Monday that a man with the same name as Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan can challenge the sitting lawmaker in the state's GOP Senate primary in August.
Why it matters: The Alaska Supreme Court ruled Monday that a man with the same name as Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan can challenge the sitting lawmaker in the state's GOP Senate primary in August.
Michigan Gov. Whitmer is one of four Democrats who sent their states' National Guard troops to Washington, D.C.
Why it matters: Michigan Gov. Whitmer is one of four Democrats who sent their states' National Guard troops to Washington, D.C.
Venezuela's La Guaira state bore the brunt of the earthquake damage, bringing memories of a 1999 disaster that became President Hugo Chávez's first major test. Now, it's the acting leader's challenge.
Why it matters: Venezuela's La Guaira state bore the brunt of the earthquake damage, bringing memories of a 1999 disaster that became President Hugo Chávez's first major test. Now, it's the acting leader's challenge.
Minnesota Sec. of State Steve Simon says the Supreme Court ruling that allow mail-in ballot counting after Election Day, if they were postmarked beforehand, will not impact Minnesota's processing of...
Why it matters: Minnesota Sec. of State Steve Simon says the Supreme Court ruling that allow mail-in ballot counting after Election Day, if they were postmarked beforehand, will not impact Minnesota's processing of...
A Supreme Court ruling gives the Trump administration space to strip this status from hundreds of thousands of more people from the few remaining countries with this program. (Image credit: Michael M. Santiago)
Why it matters: A Supreme Court ruling gives the Trump administration space to strip this status from hundreds of thousands of more people from the few remaining countries with this program. (Image credit: Michael M. Santiago)
Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) is under federal investigation for suspected campaign finance violations, Axios has learned.
Why it matters: Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) is under federal investigation for suspected campaign finance violations, Axios has learned.
In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court struck down a 91-year-old precedent that has prevented presidents from removing members of independent agencies meant to be a check on his power. (Image credit: Kevin Dietsch)
Why it matters: In a 6-3 decision, the Supreme Court struck down a 91-year-old precedent that has prevented presidents from removing members of independent agencies meant to be a check on his power. (Image credit: Kevin Dietsch)
The Supreme Court on Monday rejected a push by President Donald Trump to throw out a jury’s finding that he sexually abused the writer E.
Why it matters: The Supreme Court on Monday rejected a push by President Donald Trump to throw out a jury’s finding that he sexually abused the writer E.
The Supreme Cour t on Monday cleared the way for President Trump to freely fire officials from the Federal Trade Commission and most — though not all — agencies that have long been politically independent.
Why it matters: The Supreme Cour t on Monday cleared the way for President Trump to freely fire officials from the Federal Trade Commission and most — though not all — agencies that have long been politically independent.
Case focused on White House’s March 2025 firing of Federal Trade Commission member Rebecca Slaughter US supreme court decisions – live updates Sign up for the Breaking News US email The US supreme court ruled that...
Why it matters: Case focused on White House’s March 2025 firing of Federal Trade Commission member Rebecca Slaughter US supreme court decisions – live updates Sign up for the Breaking News US email The US supreme court ruled that...
The Supreme Court said Monday that President Trump could not fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook, a blockbuster ruling that limits the president's influence on the central bank.
Why it matters: The Supreme Court said Monday that President Trump could not fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook, a blockbuster ruling that limits the president's influence on the central bank.
The Supreme Court upheld a Mississippi law Monday that allows mailed ballots to be counted if they were postmarked by Election Day and received within five business days.
Why it matters: The Supreme Court upheld a Mississippi law Monday that allows mailed ballots to be counted if they were postmarked by Election Day and received within five business days.
The Supreme Court on Monday rejected an effort by President Trump to toss a $5 million civil verdict that found he sexually abused and defamed writer E. Jean Carroll.
Why it matters: The Supreme Court on Monday rejected an effort by President Trump to toss a $5 million civil verdict that found he sexually abused and defamed writer E. Jean Carroll.
New York City mayor says Democratic candidates he endorsed speak to people struggling to make ends meet. Plus the best pictures from weekend Pride events across the US Good morning.
Why it matters: New York City mayor says Democratic candidates he endorsed speak to people struggling to make ends meet. Plus the best pictures from weekend Pride events across the US Good morning.
Court expected to hand down decisions on several outstanding cases, wrapping up term that has focussed on Trump’s expansive claims of presidential power Hello and welcome to the US politics live blog.
Why it matters: Court expected to hand down decisions on several outstanding cases, wrapping up term that has focussed on Trump’s expansive claims of presidential power Hello and welcome to the US politics live blog.
The pro-AI movement is splintering over a defining question: whether national security concerns outweigh the need to keep America's AI companies ahead of Chinese rivals.
Why it matters: The pro-AI movement is splintering over a defining question: whether national security concerns outweigh the need to keep America's AI companies ahead of Chinese rivals.
A man fills his water tank at a well a few miles from the Hopi village of Mishongnovi, on the tribe’s northern Arizona reservation.
Why it matters: A man fills his water tank at a well a few miles from the Hopi village of Mishongnovi, on the tribe’s northern Arizona reservation.
The public cost is that limits competition and reinforces established power structures in government.
Why it matters: The public cost is that limits competition and reinforces established power structures in government.
The public cost is that the public risks being misled about the true state of the conflict, with lives and resources on the line and no clear path to peace or accountability.
Why it matters: The public cost is that the public risks being misled about the true state of the conflict, with lives and resources on the line and no clear path to peace or accountability.
The public cost is that the early lead by high-profile candidates could limit the range of choices for voters and reinforce the dominance of political insiders.
Why it matters: The public cost is that the early lead by high-profile candidates could limit the range of choices for voters and reinforce the dominance of political insiders.
Trump canceled a planned trip by U.S. envoys to Pakistan for talks with Iran and said Washington has “all the cards.” The decision matters because it can shift the pace of U.S.-...
Why it matters: Trump canceled a planned trip by U.S. envoys to Pakistan for talks with Iran and said Washington has “all the cards.” The decision matters because it can shift the pace of U.S.-...
Florida is heading into a redistricting fight that could change who controls the U.S. House. The real issue is not just lines on a map; it is whether state power gets used to lo...
Why it matters: Florida is heading into a redistricting fight that could change who controls the U.S. House. The real issue is not just lines on a map; it is whether state power gets used to lo...
A leaked Pentagon memo suggested the U.S. should reassess support for Britain’s Falklands claim because of disagreement over Iran. The episode matters because it shows how major...
Why it matters: A leaked Pentagon memo suggested the U.S. should reassess support for Britain’s Falklands claim because of disagreement over Iran. The episode matters because it shows how major...
A possible Paramount-Warner deal could put CNN, HBO Max, and a huge pile of film and TV assets under one corporate roof. That matters because media ownership shapes what gets ma...
Why it matters: A possible Paramount-Warner deal could put CNN, HBO Max, and a huge pile of film and TV assets under one corporate roof. That matters because media ownership shapes what gets ma...
China has opened a massive new plasma mill that could help it make the ultra-fine powders used in advanced military and tech manufacturing. That matters because control over the...
Why it matters: China has opened a massive new plasma mill that could help it make the ultra-fine powders used in advanced military and tech manufacturing. That matters because control over the...
Donald Trump headlined a Turning Point USA rally in Phoenix and used the stage to pump up Republican voters ahead of the midterms. This matters because rallies like this are not...
Why it matters: Donald Trump headlined a Turning Point USA rally in Phoenix and used the stage to pump up Republican voters ahead of the midterms. This matters because rallies like this are not...
Donald Trump claims he ended a tenth war, but the Lebanon ceasefire looks shaky. That matters because a ceasefire announced from the top is not the same thing as a lasting peace...
Why it matters: Donald Trump claims he ended a tenth war, but the Lebanon ceasefire looks shaky. That matters because a ceasefire announced from the top is not the same thing as a lasting peace...
Iran’s top negotiator has threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz if U.S. blockade pressure continues. That matters because this is not just a war of words. It is a warning abo...
Why it matters: Iran’s top negotiator has threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz if U.S. blockade pressure continues. That matters because this is not just a war of words. It is a warning abo...
The Trump administration has pushed out Army Chief of Staff Randy George in another Pentagon shake-up. This is not normal turnover. It is a power move that tightens control over...
Why it matters: The Trump administration has pushed out Army Chief of Staff Randy George in another Pentagon shake-up. This is not normal turnover. It is a power move that tightens control over...
How to Become a Modern Tyrant The playbook hasn't changed. The tools have. NOLIGARCHY.US · 2025 Dictators used to need armies. Now they need algorithms. The steps to seize power...
Why it matters: How to Become a Modern Tyrant The playbook hasn't changed. The tools have. NOLIGARCHY.US · 2025 Dictators used to need armies. Now they need algorithms. The steps to seize power...
The FCC approved Nexstar's $6.2 billion purchase of TEGNA, handing one company control over even more local TV stations. That matters because local news is one of the last share...
Why it matters: The FCC approved Nexstar's $6.2 billion purchase of TEGNA, handing one company control over even more local TV stations. That matters because local news is one of the last share...
Nexstar Media Group's acquisition of TEGNA has triggered state legal fights over media concentration. The outcome could shape who controls local news in dozens of markets and ho...
Why it matters: Nexstar Media Group's acquisition of TEGNA has triggered state legal fights over media concentration. The outcome could shape who controls local news in dozens of markets and ho...