The National Rifle Association (NRA) has announced former President Donald Trump will headline their ‘Defend the 2nd’ event in Georgia, further solidifying their support for his presidential campaign. The NRA is also ramping up its efforts in key Senate races, launching major ad campaigns against Democratic senators in Ohio and Montana.
A new survey reveals that nearly half of US voters support pro-crypto policies, highlighting the increasing political influence of cryptocurrency. The study indicates a growing bipartisan consensus, with voters prioritizing candidates who advocate for crypto-friendly regulations and consumer protection.
Samajwadi Party MLA Mehboob Ali has been accused of making inflammatory remarks against the BJP government in Uttar Pradesh, sparking outrage from BJP leaders and leading to an FIR being registered against him. Ali, during a public address, allegedly linked the increasing Muslim population to the BJP’s eventual downfall in the state.
The Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against Alabama, accusing the state and its top election official of illegally removing voters from registration rolls based on noncitizen identification numbers. The lawsuit claims the removals were made too close to the election and violated federal law, potentially disenfranchising eligible voters. The DOJ seeks to restore voting rights for those impacted and prevent future confusion.
Political parties in India are increasingly relying on women-centric cash schemes as a strategy to attract female voters. These schemes, offering monthly or annual financial assistance, have been implemented across various states and have played a significant role in election victories. This article examines the effectiveness of these schemes, highlighting their impact on political landscapes and the potential benefits and drawbacks for women.
Haiti’s government has formed a provisional electoral council, a significant step towards reviving the electoral process after years of political instability and violence. This development marks a crucial step in the nation’s path to restoring democracy and holding long-overdue elections by 2026.
A recent opinion poll in Israel shows a significant recovery for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud party, indicating it would form the largest party in parliament if elections were held today. This rebound comes after a dip in support following the October 2022 Hamas attacks, demonstrating Netanyahu’s resilience and the public’s potential shift in sentiment.
Engineer Rashid, an independent Member of Parliament from Jammu and Kashmir’s Baramulla constituency, has been granted interim bail until October 2nd by the Delhi Patiala House Court in a terror funding case. This comes just days before the first phase of polling in Kashmir on September 18th, with Rashid’s brother contesting the upcoming assembly elections.
Incumbent FIH President Tayyab Ikram is set to be re-elected unopposed at the 49th FIH Congress in Muscat, Oman. While the president’s position is uncontested, there are competitive races for the two female and two male positions on the FIH Ordinary Executive Board.
House Republicans are pushing a plan to avoid a government shutdown by attaching a controversial elections bill to a funding extension. However, the bill has drawn opposition from both Democrats and some Republicans who worry about the political fallout of a shutdown, particularly in the run-up to the November elections.
