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A midterm election defeat too overwhelming for Trump to challenge?

A midterm election defeat too overwhelming for Trump to challenge?

Experts say months of prep, mobilization by election watchers – and a massive Democratic victory – helped stave off efforts to influence the midterms.

Democrats flex congressional majorities as Trump accepts electoral losses

Democrats flex congressional majorities as Trump accepts electoral losses

By Gram Slattery, David Morgan and Jason Lange WASHINGTON, Nov 4 (Reuters) - Democrats vowed on Wednesday to use their resounding midterm victory to rein in President Donald Trump, setting up two years of possible deadlock in Washington, as Trump spent his first post-election appearance showing off

Latino, Black, Muslim, Native: Voters chose diversity in midterm election

Latino, Black, Muslim, Native: Voters chose diversity in midterm election

Voters reshaped the Senate and House with candidates from a diverse tapestry of racial, ethnic, religious and cultural backgrounds

DOJ Deploys Election Monitors to Charleston County Amidst Midterm Elections

DOJ Deploys Election Monitors to Charleston County Amidst Midterm Elections

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has deployed election monitors to Charleston County, South Carolina, as part of a nationwide effort to ensure election integrity during the 2026 midterm elections. This marks the first time the DOJ has sent monitors to locations in all 50 states. Approximately 1,000 election monitors and observers, including personnel from the Civil Rights Division, other DOJ divisions, U.S. Attorney’s Offices, and federal observers from the Office of Personnel Management, have been deployed. Their role is to check for compliance with federal voting rights statutes, such as the Voting Rights Act, National Voter Registration Act, Help America Vote Act, Uniformed and Overseas Citizens Absentee Voting Act, and the Civil Rights Acts. Voters in Charleston County have expressed mixed reactions to the presence of these monitors. The DOJ emphasizes that maintaining election integrity and protecting the right to vote are among its most important missions.

Democrats notch historic wins in Texas, Georgia governor races

Democrats notch historic wins in Texas, Georgia governor races

By Helen Coster NEW YORK, Nov 4 (Reuters) - Democrats are on track for big gains in governor races, notching victories in Ohio, Texas, Iowa, Georgia and Wisconsin, according to US media projections, with a number of other races still too early to call as of early Wednesday.

President Trump's approval ratings after November's midterms elections

President Trump's approval ratings after November's midterms elections

President Trump faces declining approval ratings following recent midterm election losses.

Governor Tony Evers Thanks Wisconsin Election Workers for Nov. 3 Election Efforts

Governor Tony Evers Thanks Wisconsin Election Workers for Nov. 3 Election Efforts

Governor Tony Evers of Wisconsin has publicly thanked the state's local clerks, election administrators, poll workers, voter education groups, and postal service workers for their contributions to the Nov. 3 general election. In his weekly radio address, Governor Evers acknowledged their collective efforts in administering the election and ensuring that voters could successfully cast their ballots. He emphasized that the integrity of Wisconsin's elections—being fair, safe, and secure—is a direct result of their dedication. The Governor highlighted that these workers play a crucial role in promoting voter participation, safeguarding ballot access, and ensuring the accurate counting of eligible votes. He also recognized the significant challenges election administrators have faced in recent years, commending their courage, resilience, and commitment to the democratic process. Governor Evers declared 2026 as the 'Year of the Neighbor' in Wisconsin, framing election workers as community members who volunteer t...

Hawaii Election Officials Prepare for Extended Ballot Counting in General Election

Hawaii Election Officials Prepare for Extended Ballot Counting in General Election

Hawaii election officials are anticipating a prolonged ballot-counting process following the general election, with final results for some races potentially not being available until Wednesday. As of Monday, over 290,000 ballots had been cast statewide, predominantly by mail, out of approximately 725,000 mailed to registered voters. Chief Election Officer Scott Nago noted an increase in voter turnout on Election Day, contributing to the extended processing time. The complexity of this year's ballots, which include numerous proposed charter amendments and constitutional questions, has resulted in two-page ballots, particularly on O'ahu, further extending the counting duration. The first release of election results is legally mandated to occur only after all voters in line by the 7 p.m. deadline have cast their ballots statewide, with an initial report expected around 7:30 p.m. This report will cover mail-in ballots received through Saturday, followed by a second report at 10:30 p.m. incorporating in-person ...

US Justice Department drops bid to force California to set aside disputed ballots

US Justice Department drops bid to force California to set aside disputed ballots

The U.S. Department of Justice has moved to dismiss its own lawsuit that aimed to stop California from processing up to 20,000 ballots it suspected were mailed to noncitizens

Yolanda Renee King Casts First Ballot, Emphasizes Continued Civic Engagement

Yolanda Renee King Casts First Ballot, Emphasizes Continued Civic Engagement

Yolanda Renee King, granddaughter of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King, cast her first ballot in Atlanta, Georgia, on Tuesday, November 3. The 18-year-old Columbia University freshman, accompanied by her parents Martin Luther King III and Arndrea Waters King, described the experience as rewarding despite a minor technical difficulty with the voting machine. King highlighted the significance of this milestone, connecting it to her family's legacy in the fight for voting rights, which culminated in the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Her first election coincided with the 2026 midterm elections, which saw Democratic victories, including Keisha Lance Bottoms becoming Georgia's first Black woman elected governor. King expressed pride in the participation of young voters, countering the perception of Gen Z as politically disengaged, and emphasized that her generation is vocal about societal issues. She views voting as a crucial responsibility for those who care about global challenges and dispari...

San Diego County Experiences High Midterm Election Turnout with Extended Ballot Counting

San Diego County Experiences High Midterm Election Turnout with Extended Ballot Counting

San Diego County saw a high turnout in the recent midterm election, with hundreds of thousands of ballots still being counted. San Diego County Registrar of Voters Shawn Brom reported that his team worked late into Election Day and the following morning to tally votes, releasing initial results shortly after polls closed at 8 p.m. and continuing updates until early morning. While the process at the Registrar of Voters office was described as fast and efficient by some voters, wait times at multiple voting centers across the county, particularly on college campuses, extended to one or two hours in the late afternoon and evening. Approximately 90,000 people voted in person on Election Day, with about 13,000 of those registering and voting simultaneously. As of November 4, over 765,000 ballots had been received out of more than 2 million sent to registered voters, with an estimated 540,000 still outstanding. This combined figure suggests a voter turnout of over 64%, placing it among the highest midterm turnou...

Grey's Anatomy Spinoff Production Moves to New Mexico Following California Tax Credit Rejection, Delays Premiere

Grey's Anatomy Spinoff Production Moves to New Mexico Following California Tax Credit Rejection, Delays Premiere

Grey's Anatomy Spinoff Production Moves to New Mexico Following California Tax Credit Rejection, Delays Premiere