Early voting surges in Virginia ahead of Election Day

We are just two weeks out from Election Day in Virginia and a new university poll says voters are paying attention to these statewide  races, especially the showdown for the state’s next governor.

Americans want a third party but won't support it, poll suggests

A new poll finds that many people feel unsure of supporting a candidate from a third party in part because of the implications of voting for one in an election.

Who is Graham Planter? Maine Senate candidate denies being 'secret Nazi'

During an interview, the senate candidate addressed a tattoo he received years ago of an image resembling a Nazi symbol and controversial online comments he made in the past.

Most Americans say country is heading in wrong direction, poll finds

A new national survey shows deepening pessimism about the nation’s direction, with Democrats now far more likely than Republicans to say the U.S. is on the wrong track.

Senate Democrats hold the floor in shutdown fight

Senate Democrats refused to yield the Senate floor Tuesday night into Wednesday, demanding action on health care and pushing back against President Trump as the shutdown fight intensifies.

Government Shutdown 2025 Update: Vote expected Wednesday as standoff hits day 22

The 2025 government shutdown is on track to become one of the longest in U.S. history, as the Senate prepares for another vote Wednesday on a Republican-backed bill to reopen the government.

What could happen to car-tax reform in after the Virginia governor's election?

With the 2025 gubernatorial election looming, the future of vehicle-related taxes is once again in focus, featuring major promises from both sides of the aisle.

Spanberger, Earle-Sears rally 2 weeks out
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Abigail Spanberger and Winsome Earle-Sears are both rallying with just two weeks until the general election. Pete Buttigieg and Barack Obama are campaigning with Spanberger, while President Donald Trump just voiced support for Winsome Earle-Sears.

Judge extends block of Illinois National Guard deployment until Supreme Court ruling

A federal judge has agreed to extend indefinitely a temporary restraining order blocking the deployment of National Guard troops in Illinois until the U.S. Supreme Court issues a final ruling or until this goes to trial on merit.

2025 Virginia Election: Who's on the ballot for governor, lt. governor, attorney general

Virginia voters will head to the polls on November 4, 2025, to choose the state’s next governor, lieutenant governor, and attorney general — with several historic races underway and early voting already open across the Commonwealth.

Who is Jay Jones? Meet the Democrat running for Virginia attorney general

Jay Jones is the Democratic candidate for Virginia’s Attorney General. He’s running against Republican incumbent Jason Miyares, who has been endorsed by President Donald Trump. 

Who is Winsome Earle-Sears? Republican candidate in Virginia governor's race

Republican Winsome Earle-Sears and Democrat Abigail Spanberger are facing off to take the highest office in the state. Whichever candidate wins, it will be historic as Virginia has never had a female governor.

Who is Abigail Spanberger? Democratic candidate for Virginia governor

The Virginia governor’s race is heating up as former congresswoman Abigail Spanberger and current Lieutenant Gov. Winsome Earle-Sears are vying to become the first woman to hold the highest office in the state. 

Who is John Reid? Meet the Republican running for VA lieutenant governor

Republican John Reid is running for lieutenant governor of Virginia. He became the party's de facto nominee after Fairfax County Supervisor Pat Herrity announced earlier this year that he was withdrawing from the race due to health complications.

Who is Ghazala Hashmi? Meet the Democrat running for VA lieutenant governor

Democratic State Senator Ghazala Hashmi is running for lieutenant governor on the same ticket as Democratic nominee for governor, Abigail Spanberger, and candidate for attorney general, Jay Jones.