Democratic Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee and other top officials in his party urged the state legislature to help pass a ban on so-called “assault weapons” into law.
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North Carolina congressional candidate accused of campaign violation signs plea agreement
A North Carolina congressional candidate who was accused of committing a campaign violation has signed a plea agreement. Lynda Bennett accepted a loan on her campaign’s behalf of $25K.
Wisconsin governor’s race spending shatters previous record by more than 75%
More than $164 million was spent during this year’s governor’s race in Wisconsin. This shattered the previous spending record by more than 75%.
NATO calls for Japan, other democracies to defend against China’s threat on international order
NATO stressed the need for democratic countries to work together with the alliance to defend the international order as China and Russia lead an authoritarian pushback.
Former US Senator David Durenberger, a Minnesota Republican, dies at the age of 88
Minnesota Republican David Durenberger has died at the age of 88. The former U.S. senator died of natural causes in his home, surrounded by family.
CA introduces climate bill that would make companies disclose its greenhouse gas emissions
Democratic lawmakers have introduced a climate bill in California that would hold companies accountable for their greenhouse gas emissions.
DE governor says appointing only people affiliated with major political parties to courts is unconstitutional
Delaware Gov. John Carney agreed that the “major political party” restriction is unconstitutional, because the restriction does not allow unaffiliated voters to serve on state courts.
Advocacy group says NC petition to rehear redistricting lawsuits ‘frivolous’
Republicans requested a rehearing over North Carolina’s redistricting lines after the Supreme Court ruled there was partisan bias. An advocacy group said the petition was “frivolous.”
GA residents to vote on 4 vacant legislative seats Tuesday
Georgia voters will go to the polls Tuesday to make choices on four vacant legislative seats, including one in the state Senate district and three in the Georgia House districts.
Massachusetts Gov. Healey unveils $85M state housing plan
Democratic Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey unveiled Monday a $282 million supplemental spending plan that includes $85 million for emergency assistance, including housing.