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Jan. 6 shook US democracy. Has Jan. 6 committee helped shore it up?The final meeting of the Jan. 6 committee resulted in a historic decision to subpoena a former president. As聽the committee聽nears the end of its work, we look at what it has 鈥� and hasn鈥檛 鈥� changed, and what could lie ahead.
First LookIn bid to control curriculums, conservatives fund school board racesOften-ignored school board elections are in the spotlight in the run-up to midterm elections as conservative groups spend millions on the races. Their aim is to scale back teachings on race and sexuality.
First LookBiden pardons federal convictions of simple marijuana possessionPresident Joe Biden is pardoning Americans federally convicted of marijuana possession, which could ease barriers for many seeking jobs or housing. But he says sales of the drug should be more strictly regulated, even with reduced penalties.
Cover StoryCan a Democrat win over rural Ohio? Tim Ryan gives it a shot.In Ohio, where Donald Trump won twice, underdog Tim Ryan鈥檚 Senate campaign聽may hold lessons for other Democrats.
First LookU.S. voting systems may be complex, but are they secure?After losing the 2020 presidential election, former President Donald Trump has questioned voting processes and even denied the election results. However, two years later, evidence still suggests elections are more secure now than ever.
First LookWill body cams for federal law enforcement restore public trust?The U.S. Interior Department has announced police officers聽for several federal agencies聽will wear body cameras while on the job. New policies aim to reduce no-knock warrants and the use of excessive force, which have eroded public trust of law enforcement.
First LookHouse passes bipartisan bill to help states rein in Big TechThe U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill that would give states and federal regulators聽more power in Big Tech lawsuits. Support for the bill, while not overwhelming, is bipartisan, as Democrats and Republicans weigh in on Big Tech dominance.
First LookNew union law elevates farmworkers' voices in CaliforniaCalifornia Governor Gavin Newsom signed a measure Wednesday that allows farmworkers to vote by mail in union elections. The new law follows weeks of marches and rallies from farmworkers who risked their jobs to push for easier unionization.
Cover StoryWhy the Republican Party鈥檚 future may be decided in ArizonaWill the Republican party follow Barry Goldwater or Donald Trump?聽In Arizona, a GOP divide offers insights to the party鈥檚 future.
The ExplainerNew York is suing Donald Trump for fraud. Three questions.Where does a country draw a line between launching investigations for political motives and ensuring that the rule of law applies to every citizen, even the powerful?
FocusWith buses and planes, GOP governors put border crisis in spotlightDecried by Democrats for using migrants as political pawns, Republicans say they want Northern cities to get a taste of what border towns are facing.聽
First LookCourt lifts hold on classified Trump papers, now free for scrutinyJudges from an appeals court in Atlanta lifted a hold on the classified documents seized by federal agents from the former president鈥檚 Mar-a-Lago estate. Investigators can now use the documents to determine whether Mr. Trump should face criminal charges.聽
First LookBattles over Western water seep into tight US Senate racesAs聽cities in Arizona and Nevada continue to experience drought, water supply is playing a significant role in U.S. Senate races. Democratic incumbents up for reelection hope that federal drought-relief funding will help at the ballot box.
First LookNew York attorney general sues Trump and company, alleges fraudNew York Attorney General Letitia James is suing Donald Trump and his company for engaging in various forms of fraud. Among other possible penalties, Ms. James is seeking to bar Mr. Trump and his three adult children from heading companies in New York.
How Ron DeSantis trumped Trump with migrant movePreparing for a likely 2024 presidential run that could pit him against his former mentor, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is showing a Trump-like ability to command the media spotlight.聽
The ExplainerThe Supreme Court case that could reshape US electionsWhat鈥檚 the best way to run free and fair elections? Proponents of one legal theory say state legislatures should have that power, unchecked by courts, governors, or state constitutions. Critics say there is no historical precedent and it could damage the vote.
First LookMassachusetts women on track to make electoral history this fallIn Massachusetts,聽a state which has lagged in electing female candidates, women lead races for governor and attorney general. This fall could shape up to be a historic year in the state, with five of six statewide electoral primaries won by women.
First LookUS Southern Republican governors transport more migrants northRepublican governors have been sending migrants to cities such as Washington D.C., New York, and Chicago to show their opposition to Biden administration border policies.聽Two flights arrived in Martha鈥檚 Vineyard on Sept. 14, paid for by Florida鈥檚 governor.聽
Behind a coal mine strike: Who cares for workers in a fading industry?Coal miners have been on strike for 18 months in Alabama. Their struggle points to the wider search for a 鈥渏ust transition鈥� for an industry squeezed by energy trends and the fight against climate change.
First LookWin for Wisconsin voters with disabilities, other states persistA federal judge in Wisconsin ruled that voters with disabilities may receive support in returning their mail-in ballots. In other states, obtaining adequate protection聽for these voters is still an issue, but advocacy groups are working to change that.
