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Tennessee proves election security and access can coexist | Opinion

Tennessee proves election security and access can coexist | Opinion

Tennessee has led the nation in election integrity for five years. Here is why the state model works for voters.
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Give every American voter same confidence Tennesseans have | Opinion

Give every American voter same confidence Tennesseans have | Opinion

State Rep. Jason Zachary argues that Tennessee is an example of the election security the SAVE America Act would provide nationwide.
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White House Submits Judicial and Executive Nominations to Senate

White House Submits Judicial and Executive Nominations to Senate

The White House has sent a series of nominations to the Senate for various judicial and executive branch positions. These nominations include individuals for United States District Judge roles across several states, such as Jesus A. Osete of Missouri for the Western District of Missouri, Trevor Scott Pemberton of Oklahoma for the Northern District of Oklahoma, and Kyle Frederick Reardon of Alaska for the District of Alaska. Additionally, nominations were made for a Judge of the United States Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims, a United States Circuit Judge for the Eighth Circuit, and members of the United States Sentencing Commission. Executive branch nominations encompass roles such as Assistant Secretaries of Commerce and Navy, an Under Secretary of the Treasury, the Secretary of the Navy, and the Commissioner of Food and Drugs for the Department of Health and Human Services. Ambassadorial appointments to various countries, including Djibouti, Haiti, and Saudi Arabia, were also submitted.
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Trump lashes out at Supreme Court justices after ballots ruling

Trump lashes out at Supreme Court justices after ballots ruling

WASHINGTON, Sept 15 (Reuters) - President Donald Trump lashed out on Tuesday at his own Supreme Court appointees a day after the top U.S. judicial body declined to allow a U.S.
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Supreme Court lifts a cloud over midterms, letting mail ballots flow as normal to voters

Supreme Court lifts a cloud over midterms, letting mail ballots flow as normal to voters

The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected President Donald Trump's attempt to limit mail voting by imposing new Postal Service regulations for the midterm elections
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Tennessee Lawmakers Advocate for National Adoption of State's Voter ID and Citizenship Verification Laws

Tennessee Lawmakers Advocate for National Adoption of State's Voter ID and Citizenship Verification Laws

Tennessee lawmakers are advocating for the national adoption of election integrity measures similar to those already in place in their state, specifically referencing the Safeguarding American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) America Act. State Representative Jason Zachary, a guest columnist, highlights that Tennessee already requires proof of citizenship for voter registration and a photo ID to cast a ballot. He asserts that these measures ensure election integrity and voter confidence, allowing Tennesseans to trust that their votes count and that elections are decided by eligible voters. Zachary criticizes what he perceives as a failure by many Democratic-led states to implement similar safeguards, citing instances of non-citizens on voter rolls in other states as evidence of lax laws. He argues that these requirements are not radical but rather a baseline for any serious election system, emphasizing that public opinion polls show strong support for government-issued ID at the polls, even among Democrats.
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Heat Dome Keeps South-Central US Sizzling This Week

Heat Dome Keeps South-Central US Sizzling This Week

A new heat dome is set to bring several days of above-average temperatures across the south-central and southeastern US in mid-September. More than a dozen states could see highs in the upper 80s to upper 90s, with parts of Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana and Arkansas reaching 100°F or higher. Humidity, sunshine and light winds could push RealFeel temperatures 5–10°F above actual readings and worsen air quality. Severe storms and downpours may develop around the heat dome, while cooler weather and early frost affect parts of the Northeast.
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House Republicans Plan to Use Budget Reconciliation to Pass Trump-Backed Voter ID Requirements

House Republicans Plan to Use Budget Reconciliation to Pass Trump-Backed Voter ID Requirements

Congressional Republicans are strategizing to pass key provisions of the Safeguarding American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) America Act through the budget reconciliation process before the November midterm elections. This legislative maneuver aims to bypass the Senate's 60-vote filibuster threshold, allowing the party in power to pass fiscal policy with a simple majority. The SAVE America Act, strongly supported by President Trump, includes mandates for proof of citizenship for voter registration and a nationwide photo ID requirement for casting a ballot. House Administration Committee Chairman Bryan Steil is tasked with overseeing the inclusion of these provisions. The House has already passed a $95 billion budget, part of which is intended for election security, and the White House has indicated its support for using reconciliation to advance these reforms. Democrats have consistently opposed the SAVE America Act, labeling it as an attempt at voter suppression and an effort to undermine confidence in U.S. el...
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Noncitizens accused of illegal US voting challenge Trump's authority to prosecute them

Noncitizens accused of illegal US voting challenge Trump's authority to prosecute them

By Tom Hals WILMINGTON, Delaware, Sept 15 (Reuters) - As U.S. President Donald Trump seeks to crack down on what he says is widespread illegal voting by noncitizens, several people charged with that crime are trying a novel strategy to get their cases dropped. 
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In loss for Trump, US Supreme Court won't let Postal Service restrict mail ballots

In loss for Trump, US Supreme Court won't let Postal Service restrict mail ballots

By Andrew Chung Sept 14 (Reuters) - The U.S. Supreme Court declined on Monday to let the U.S.
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Ikea closes another key store after barely a year

Ikea closes another key store after barely a year

The retailer says this is about growth, not a retreat, as it shifts its strategy.
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Record-breaking heat continues in Oklahoma City with elevated fire risk

Record-breaking heat continues in Oklahoma City with elevated fire risk

Oklahoma City is experiencing record-breaking heat, with temperatures reaching as high as 106°F (41°C) over the weekend, surpassing the previous record of 102°F (39°C). Monday is expected to bring more hot and sunny conditions, with highs near 100°F (38°C) persisting for the next 4-5 days. Gusty south winds, reaching speeds of 35-40 mph, are contributing to an elevated fire danger, particularly in western Oklahoma. Rain chances are minimal, with isolated showers possible north of I-40 and in far northeastern Oklahoma. A cold front is anticipated early next week, potentially bringing cooler temperatures and increased rain chances.