Justice Department's early moves on voting, elections signal shift from its traditional role

ATLANTA — In North Carolina, it was a lawsuit over the state's voter registration records. In Arizona and Wisconsin, it was a letter to state election officials warning of potential administrative violations. And in Colorado, it was a demand for...

Man arrested over fatal shooting of US politician and her husband

The suspect in the fatal shooting of a Minnesota politician and her husband, as well as the wounding of another politician and his wife, has been captured. Vance Boelter is in custody after a manhunt that lasted more than a day, law enforcement...

Misurata political coalition calls for urgent election roadmap

Misurata political coalition calls for urgent election roadmap amid rising tensionsA coalition of political, civic, and social actors in the city of Misurata has called for the formation of a new, unified national government tasked with preparing...

Whom did Vance Boelter vote for? Alleged Minnesota assassin's political affiliations revealed

The search for alleged Minnesota assassin Vance Luther Boelter sparked curiosity about his political affiliations. Following a massive manhunt, he has now been arrested, after being found in a field near Green Isle in Sibley County, according to...

B’villeans urged to enroll for 2025 general elections

BOUGAINVILLEANS around Papua New Guinea have been urged to enroll for the 2025 Bougainville General Elections, with electoral officials conducting a week-long registration drive in five different provinces. This comes after the Office of the...

Suspect in custody after shooting Minnesota politicians

Police have arrested a man who allegedly shot dead a Democratic state lawmaker and her husband while posing as a police officer, according to ABC News, citing several sources. ABC News said the man was arrested near his farm near Green Isle,...

Revising the Constitution in line with political system streamlining goals: Official

Revising the Constitution in line with political system streamlining goals: OfficialFollowing the Government’s submission of a report on public feedback to the draft Resolution amending the 2013 Constitution, the National Law Portal interviewed...

Man suspected of shooting Minnesota politicians in 'targeted assassination' arrested after two-day manhunt

16 June 2025, 05:09 | Updated: 16 June 2025, 05:16 Breaking News. Picture: Global A man suspected of shooting dead a US politician and her husband in a targeted assassination has been arrested, police say. Listen to this article Vance Boelter, 57,...

Minnesota suspect showed few signs of political extremism before lawmaker shootings

David Carlson, a close friend of Vance Boelter since fourth grade, chokes up as he reads a text message sent by Boelter at 6:03 a.m. Saturday morning outside their shared residence on Fremont Avenue N. in Minneapolis. The message included an...

erin houchin discusses budget cuts and political violence

U.S. Rep. Erin Houchin 9th District of Indiana | Official U.S. House headshotU.S. Rep. Erin Houchin 9th District of Indiana | Official U.S. House headshot Congresswoman Erin Houchin, who has been serving Indiana's 9th district since 2023 after...

Controversial by-election blows over budget as final cost revealed

The total cost was $299,316.92, with the bulk, $ 281,666, going to the NSW Electoral Commission as part of its by-election expense recovery. Additional costs included $15,643.63 for accommodation for Electoral Commission staff, $1,127 in legal...

Police release photo of Minnesota shooter suspected of killing a politician and her husband

June 12: Political scientist speaks on Nigeria’s election challenges

President of the Nigerian Political Science Association (NPSA), Prof Hassan A. Saliu, has said low voter turnout has been the bane of Nigeria’s election, even in the June 12 1993 presidential election considered to be the freest in the country’s...

SERAP Demands Probe Of June 12 Elections Annulment, E-Transmission Of Poll Results

1 LAGOS – The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has called on President Bola Tinu­bu to establish a presidential panel of inquiry to investigate the unlaw­ful annulment of the historic June 12, 1993 elections. The group...

Man suspected of fatally shooting Minnesota politician Melissa Hortman detained: reports

Key Points US authorities have reportedly detained Vance Luther Boelter. He is accused of shooting and killing an MP and her husband. He was allegedly dressed as a police officer. US authorities have arrested a man who allegedly shot dead a...

As incumbent wins controversial Soil and Water Conservation election, calls for redo mount

Organizers concede that this was the first time this particular district has ever held an election, a fact that may explain some of the logistical challenges. NEW ORLEANS — An election for the Crescent Soil and Water Conservation District, a race...

Friend fears losing wedding invitation over politics

Q. I have a good friend with whom I get together maybe twice a month or so. We disagree politically, sometimes passionately, but always end our conversation by telling each other that we are still friends and still love and respect each other. A...

Kota Sentosa rep urges Peninsular politicians to respect Sarawak’s constitutional status

Wilfred Yap – Photo by Chimon Upon KUCHING (June 16): Kota Sentosa assemblyman Wilfred Yap has expressed deep concern that some politicians from Peninsular-based political parties continue to misrepresent Sarawak’s rightful constitutional position...

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Kavitha launches ‘Leader’ initiative for training future politicos

Hyderabad: Telangana Jagruthi President and BRS MLC Kalvakuntla Kavitha announced that Telangana Jagruthi would evolve into a dedicated political training platform for youth, women, and students. The initiative, named ‘Leader’, aims to empower...