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Man accused of hiring hitman to target FBI agents and prosecutor — what the move reveals about leverage and risk

A New York man already awaiting trial in a federal case has been charged with trying to hire a hitman to kill two FBI agents and a federal prosecutor assigned to his case, according to prosecutors.

Why it matters: A New York man already awaiting trial in a federal case has been charged with trying to hire a hitman to kill two FBI agents and a federal prosecutor assigned to his case, according to prosecutors.

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How Amanda Gonzalez’s primary win shifts leverage over Colorado’s election machinery

Amanda Gonzalez defeated state Sen. Jessie Danielson on Tuesday, winning the Democratic nomination for Colorado secretary of state, according to the AP. Why it matters: Her victory marks a...

Why it matters: Amanda Gonzalez defeated state Sen. Jessie Danielson on Tuesday, winning the Democratic nomination for Colorado secretary of state, according to the AP. Why it matters: Her victory marks a...

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Colorado primary results: who holds the levers after the 2026 vote

See also County Results She fought in a Denver court to save her dog’s life. She ended up sentenced to 90 days in jail. Copyright 2026 The Denver Post. All rights reserved. The use of any content on...

Why it matters: See also County Results She fought in a Denver court to save her dog’s life. She ended up sentenced to 90 days in jail. Copyright 2026 The Denver Post. All rights reserved. The use of any content on...

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Arapahoe County’s primary shows intra-party power being fought with money and reputation

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...

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Colorado primary election results show live vote count for key 2026 races

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...

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Weiser opens lead over Bennet in Colorado Democratic primary’s first ballots

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.

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Colorado primary election: Live maps, real-time results

WASHINGTON — Colorado is the only state holding a primary election Tuesday, June 30, but several candidates are seeking high-level positions in elected state and federal roles. Voters have the...

Why it matters: WASHINGTON — Colorado is the only state holding a primary election Tuesday, June 30, but several candidates are seeking high-level positions in elected state and federal roles. Voters have the...

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Why Netanyahu won't publicly challenge Trump on Iran — and who benefits

News editor Ben Sales reviews PM's status during 2015 Iran deal and now, Israel-opposition as a unifying factor in NYC primaries, and new details about the 1976 raid on Entebbe The post Daily Briefing June 30: Why...

Why it matters: News editor Ben Sales reviews PM's status during 2015 Iran deal and now, Israel-opposition as a unifying factor in NYC primaries, and new details about the 1976 raid on Entebbe The post Daily Briefing June 30: Why...

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Ohio voters deserve clear, affirmative information from their secretary of state

It’s no secret that today’s information environment is difficult to navigate. We are mired in conspiracy theories, artificial intelligence, and the peddling of misinformation by some of this...

Why it matters: It’s no secret that today’s information environment is difficult to navigate. We are mired in conspiracy theories, artificial intelligence, and the peddling of misinformation by some of this...

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Both Republican Dan Sullivans cleared to run in Alaska primary after court reversal

Challenger Dan Sullivan had been booted from ballot, but supreme court ruled he can compete against senator of same name A man with the same name and party affiliation as Senator Dan Sullivan, a Republican, is qualified...

Why it matters: Challenger Dan Sullivan had been booted from ballot, but supreme court ruled he can compete against senator of same name A man with the same name and party affiliation as Senator Dan Sullivan, a Republican, is qualified...

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Minnesota says Supreme Court mail‑ballot timing ruling won't change how it counts votes

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...

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Supreme Court upholds grace period for late-arriving mail-in ballots

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.

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Supreme Court rejects Trump's bid to overturn $5M Carroll verdict — what power shifted and 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.

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.

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Virginia voters weigh a redistricting plan that could reshape Congress

Virginia voters are being asked to weigh a redistricting plan that could shift congressional power. The vote matters because map lines can decide who gets a fair shot at represe...

Why it matters: Virginia voters are being asked to weigh a redistricting plan that could shift congressional power. The vote matters because map lines can decide who gets a fair shot at represe...

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Federal judge tosses DOJ bid for unredacted Rhode Island voter rolls

A federal judge in Rhode Island dismissed the Justice Department’s lawsuit seeking unredacted voter rolls from the state. The ruling matters because it blocks a federal demand f...

Why it matters: A federal judge in Rhode Island dismissed the Justice Department’s lawsuit seeking unredacted voter rolls from the state. The ruling matters because it blocks a federal demand f...

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Pakistan Mediates as U.S.-Iran Nuclear Talks Move Forward

Pakistan says there has been a major breakthrough in talks between the U.S. and Iran over Tehran’s nuclear program. If it holds, this could reshape sanctions, regional security,...

Why it matters: Pakistan says there has been a major breakthrough in talks between the U.S. and Iran over Tehran’s nuclear program. If it holds, this could reshape sanctions, regional security,...

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California Supreme Court checks GOP sheriff’s election probe and protects seized ballots

California’s Supreme Court stepped in and told a GOP sheriff to pause his election probe and preserve the ballots he seized. That matters because the fight is no longer just abo...

Why it matters: California’s Supreme Court stepped in and told a GOP sheriff to pause his election probe and preserve the ballots he seized. That matters because the fight is no longer just abo...

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The Department of Justice is suing states for sensitive voter data − an election law scholar explains why federal efforts are facing resistance

The Department of Justice is suing several states to obtain sensitive voter data, igniting a fierce debate over federal authority in elections. This issue matters now as it rais...

Why it matters: The Department of Justice is suing several states to obtain sensitive voter data, igniting a fierce debate over federal authority in elections. This issue matters now as it rais...

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Man with prior arrest caught trying to shove stranger into train tracks — twice in terrifying video

A man in Seattle was accused of trying twice to shove a stranger onto train tracks at a light rail station. The incident is frightening, but it is not the kind of story this sit...

Why it matters: A man in Seattle was accused of trying twice to shove a stranger onto train tracks at a light rail station. The incident is frightening, but it is not the kind of story this sit...

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Federal election observers once played a key role in securing voting rights for all − but times have changed

Federal election observers were once essential for ensuring fair voting processes. Now, political calls for changes threaten their role and the integrity of elections. 🧠 The mo...

Why it matters: Federal election observers were once essential for ensuring fair voting processes. Now, political calls for changes threaten their role and the integrity of elections. 🧠 The mo...

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Former FBI agents who worked on Trump 2020 election probe sue Patel and Bondi over their firing

A group of former FBI agents is suing FBI Director Kash Patel and Attorney General Pam Bondi after being fired for their involvement in the Trump 2020 election probe. This lawsu...

Why it matters: A group of former FBI agents is suing FBI Director Kash Patel and Attorney General Pam Bondi after being fired for their involvement in the Trump 2020 election probe. This lawsu...

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Bribery Probe Hits Dem Governor’s Inner Circle Over Migrant Shelter Deals

An aide for New York Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul, a New York City council member, and a retired NYPD sergeant are all tied to a federal bribery investigation involving migrant...

Why it matters: An aide for New York Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul, a New York City council member, and a retired NYPD sergeant are all tied to a federal bribery investigation involving migrant...

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Florida election volunteer who expressed anti-Trump views on social media charged with stealing voter terminal key

A Florida election volunteer has been charged with stealing a key to a voting terminal. The case matters because election systems only work when basic security holds, and this o...

Why it matters: A Florida election volunteer has been charged with stealing a key to a voting terminal. The case matters because election systems only work when basic security holds, and this o...

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CA: “California sheriff says his seizure of more than 600,000 ballots is ‘normal law enforcement’”

Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco says seizing more than 600,000 ballots was just “normal law enforcement.” That claim lands in the middle of a live fight over who gets to to...

Why it matters: Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco says seizing more than 600,000 ballots was just “normal law enforcement.” That claim lands in the middle of a live fight over who gets to to...

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Trump Gets Fact-Check to His Face as He Explains Why He Voted by Mail

Donald Trump got called out in real time for attacking mail-in voting while admitting he used it himself. The clash matters because he is also pushing election rules that would...

Why it matters: Donald Trump got called out in real time for attacking mail-in voting while admitting he used it himself. The clash matters because he is also pushing election rules that would...

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Senate Democrats defeat amendment to require photo ID to vote

The Senate defeated an amendment that would have required photo ID to vote in person or by mail. The vote matters because voter ID rules can shape who gets to cast a ballot and...

Why it matters: The Senate defeated an amendment that would have required photo ID to vote in person or by mail. The vote matters because voter ID rules can shape who gets to cast a ballot and...

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GOP lawmaker aims radical new transparency measures ahead of 2026 election

A South Carolina Republican is pushing a new federal rule that would force election vendors to disclose more about who they are and who owns them. The fight matters because it c...

Why it matters: A South Carolina Republican is pushing a new federal rule that would force election vendors to disclose more about who they are and who owns them. The fight matters because it c...

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MAGA Goon Flips Out When Grilled on Trump’s Election Threat

A former Trump immigration official clashed on CNN over whether ICE could be used near polling places. The debate matters because even the suggestion can chill voters and blur t...

Why it matters: A former Trump immigration official clashed on CNN over whether ICE could be used near polling places. The debate matters because even the suggestion can chill voters and blur t...

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CA MAGA Sheriff Seizes More Than 500K Ballots From Prop 50 Election

Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco has seized more than 650,000 ballots from California’s November election, and state officials say the move is wildly out of bounds. It matte...

Why it matters: Riverside County Sheriff Chad Bianco has seized more than 650,000 ballots from California’s November election, and state officials say the move is wildly out of bounds. It matte...

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DOJ subpoenas ex-FBI Director James Comey over role in 2017 Russia intel assessment

The Justice Department has subpoenaed former FBI Director James Comey over his role in the 2017 intelligence assessment on Russian election interference. The move puts fresh foc...

Why it matters: The Justice Department has subpoenaed former FBI Director James Comey over his role in the 2017 intelligence assessment on Russian election interference. The move puts fresh foc...

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