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๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Meloni, hours of tension for the referendum. The stakes rise, electoral law at stake

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni faces heightened tensions surrounding the upcoming referendum that could reshape electoral laws, leading to a fierce political campaign.

Mar 23 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

'Public officials are not here to interpret the law, we are here to enforce it,' says Deputy Minister of Sports about Francisco Egas's registration as president of the FEF

Roberto Ibรกรฑez, Ecuador's Deputy Minister of Sports, addressed the electoral situation of the Ecuadorian Football Federation, where Francisco Egas was re-elected despite legal limitations on consecutive terms.

Mar 22 โ€ข 13:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

He spent himself without fireworks. Now the electoral law is in the sights of the League

Matteo Salvini seems to be less of a protagonist in the recent referendum challenge, focusing instead on internal party issues like the recent departure of General Vannacci.

Mar 22 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: The Debate on Constitutional Reform Raises the Question of Adherence to Existing Rules

In the Democratic Republic of Congo, discussions on potential constitutional reform are overshadowing the more critical issue of adhering to existing legal frameworks, according to a recent Institute Ebuteli report.

Mar 22 โ€ข 00:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Indigenous People Deprived of Electoral Rights

The General Council of the INE in Mexico has decided to include indigenous membership data on voting IDs, but this does not equate to guaranteed electoral rights, raising constitutional concerns.

Mar 19 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Understand how the STF can affect indirect elections in RJ, with allies of Lula and Bolsonaro in the dispute

The PSD party is questioning a new law regarding indirect elections for the governor of Rio de Janeiro, claiming it violates the principle of secret voting.

Mar 14 โ€ข 07:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

CBOS Survey. KO still leads. All coalition partners still below the threshold

A recent CBOS survey shows the Civic Coalition leading with 29.2% support, while other parties struggle to surpass the electoral threshold.

Mar 12 โ€ข 17:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

TSE Minister Opens Divergence and Votes for Revocation in Case of Racial Quota Diversion

Minister Floriano de Azevedo Marques voted for the revocation of candidacies related to the misallocation of electoral funds meant for Black candidates.

Mar 12 โ€ข 16:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Tinubu committed to democratic governance, rule of law โ€“ APC chairman

The chairman of Nigeria's All Progressives Congress, Nentawe Yilwatda, emphasized President Tinubu's dedication to democratic governance following his approval of the 2026 Electoral Law.

Mar 12 โ€ข 12:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

TSE judges case that could create jurisprudence on the diversion of funds from racial quotas in elections

The Brazilian electoral court is set to make a decision that could impact the legality of diverting public funds from electoral quotas meant for black candidates to white candidates.

Mar 12 โ€ข 02:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

TSE maintains the annulment of a councilwoman elected for being the sister-in-law of the re-elected mayor in AM

The Electoral Superior Court (TSE) upheld the annulment of Nilda Abrahim's candidacy to the city council in Itacoatiara due to her familial ties to the city's re-elected mayor.

Mar 11 โ€ข 17:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Scrapping indirect primaries may worsen godfatherism, ex-Benue AG warns

A former Attorney General from Benue State has warned that removing indirect primaries in Nigeria's electoral law could exacerbate political manipulation and godfatherism ahead of the 2027 elections.

Mar 10 โ€ข 08:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

After Denying Electoral Fraud... Lee Jun-seok Proposes Foreign Comment Ban Law 'Revealing Hate'

Lee Jun-seok's proposed law to ban foreign comments on political articles during election periods has sparked controversy over its implications for freedom of expression and potential discrimination.

Mar 9 โ€ข 09:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Oko.press
National & Local

Trump blackmails Congress. It's about the electoral law

President Trump has threatened not to sign any further legislation until Congress passes his supported electoral law, known as the SAVE America Act.

Mar 8 โ€ข 17:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

2027: Obi formally registers with ADC, says Sโ€™East working together

Peter Obi has officially registered with the African Democratic Congress and plans to challenge the new electoral law in court, alleging it is designed to manipulate the 2027 elections.

Mar 7 โ€ข 18:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Electoral judge punishes former Minister of Labor Ivonne Nรบรฑez: her political rights will be suspended for three months

Ivonne Nรบรฑez has been suspended from her political rights for three months due to violations of electoral regulations as determined by an electoral judge in Ecuador.

Mar 6 โ€ข 19:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

PF conducts search at the mayor's house in Sorriso (MT) in operation investigating 'box 2' scheme

The Federal Police conducted a search of the mayor of Sorriso's home as part of an operation investigating alleged electoral fraud in Brazil.

Mar 5 โ€ข 19:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Parliament: Postal voting for expatriates passed with 201 'yes' votes

The Greek Parliament approved a bill that facilitates postal voting for expatriates in future elections, but failed to establish an electoral district for expatriate Greeks.

Mar 4 โ€ข 18:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

What will happen with the revision of the Imperial Household Law? Prime Minister Takaichi is proactive, and the choice of moderate candidates is key

Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is pushing for a revision of the Imperial Household Law, advocating for renewed discussions between the ruling and opposition parties, while the latter struggles with leadership after recent electoral defeats.

Mar 4 โ€ข 11:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Electoral law, negotiations underway. FdI now wants to postpone: "Let's discuss after the vote"

Fratelli d'Italia is advocating for a delay in discussions on electoral law reforms until after the upcoming vote.

Mar 4 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Electoral Law, the Effect of Flight from the Democratic Party

The new electoral law in Italy is causing a rift within the Democratic Party, risking a mass departure of reformists seeking a centrist alternative.

Mar 3 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Flรกvio chooses former TSE minister and Lava Jato lawyer for presidential campaign

Senator Flรกvio Bolsonaro has officially announced his legal team for the upcoming presidential campaign, including former TSE minister Maria Claudia Bucchianeri and Lava Jato lawyer Tracy Reinaldet.

Mar 3 โ€ข 02:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Patuanelli: "The new electoral law poses dangers for democracy. Primaries? It's not the only way"

Senator Stefano Patuanelli expresses concerns that the new electoral law in Italy threatens democracy by prioritizing government stability over genuine voter representation.

Mar 3 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The Attorney General's Office commented on the electoral process in the FEF: these are the 3 sports impacts

The Attorney General's Office of Ecuador clarifies the implications of the new sports law on leadership tenures within sports organizations, particularly concerning the re-election of Francisco Egas in the FEF.

Mar 2 โ€ข 23:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Wprost
National & Local

Nawrocki's electoral committee violated the law. The office imposed a financial penalty

Karol Nawrocki's electoral committee was fined for violating GDPR regulations by disclosing personal data.

Mar 2 โ€ข 14:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

More leaders, fewer elected officials. How the new electoral law will transform the campaign for the Political Elections

Italy's new electoral law introduces significant changes that could shape the upcoming political campaign by distorting representation and eliminating constituencies.

Mar 2 โ€ข 07:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Electoral law, dispute over the prize. And Schlein: "Ready for the primaries"

The electoral law in Italy is causing disputes among parties as Schlein expresses readiness for primaries amid tensions about election rules.

Mar 2 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Electoral Law, Franceschini: "They want to rule with full powers and a Colle that is no longer a guarantor"

Senator Dario Franceschini criticizes the right's efforts to change the electoral law a year before elections, suggesting it aims for an unfair advantage and may backfire.

Mar 2 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

The Right's Card in the Electoral Law to Take the Colle

A new electoral law proposed by Italy's right-wing coalition aims to secure power in the 2027 elections and potentially facilitate access to the presidency thereafter.

Mar 1 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

D'Alimonte: 'Excessive majority award, even Berlusconi couldn't do it'

Politologist Roberto D'Alimonte criticizes the method used for the new electoral law in Italy, calling it scandalous and excessive in its majority award.

Mar 1 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Conspiracy Theorists Unleashed on Electoral Law and Referendum Whispers. "But There's No Connection"

In a discussion at Fiumicino Airport, Italian politicians Maurizio Lupi and Stefano Candiani debate the timing of presenting a new electoral law amidst a referendum campaign.

Feb 28 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Blocked lists and low threshold are also convenient for the left

Political developments suggest that proposed electoral law changes may be more beneficial to the left than initially perceived.

Feb 28 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

FdI's Overreach: Fast Track for Electoral Law. A Dance Around Preferences

The right-wing coalition in Italy is rapidly advancing electoral law reforms without consulting the opposition, aiming for swift implementation.

Feb 28 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Referendum and Electoral Law, the Capocracy in Government

The article discusses the current political landscape in Italy, focusing on the referendum and electoral law, amidst issues such as economic struggles and global political turbulence.

Feb 27 โ€ข 23:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Alfieri: "Everything is wrong, ready to fight. They want an hegemonic government"

Alessandro Alfieri of the Democratic Party criticizes proposals by Fratelli d'Italia regarding electoral law, claiming that the government's approach complicates dialogue.

Feb 27 โ€ข 22:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Electoral law, Salvini: 'Everything can be improved'

Matteo Salvini acknowledges that the electoral law could be improved, amid opposition claims of its unconstitutionality and discontent from his own party members regarding the abolition of single-member constituencies.

Feb 27 โ€ข 16:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Meloni promotes a new Electoral Law that could benefit her in the 2027 elections

Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is advocating for a new Electoral Law aimed at providing her party a strategic advantage in the upcoming elections.

Feb 27 โ€ข 14:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Sky News
National & Local

Reform reports claims of 'family voting' to police and Electoral Commission

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has reported allegations of illegal 'family voting' during the Gorton and Denton by-election to law enforcement and electoral authorities.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

New electoral law, simulations on the parties: the League risks being halved

The new electoral law in Italy could lead to the League party, led by Matteo Salvini, losing half of its representatives even in a coalition victory due to decreasing support and new voting rules.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Electoral law, there is an agreement. Meloni: text in Parliament but we will not impose confidence

Italian political leaders have reached an agreement on a new electoral law aimed at ensuring stable parliamentary majorities, but Prime Minister Meloni has stated they won't impose confidence in Parliament regarding this proposal.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Those of the Rosatellum. Now for the left everything is "unacceptable"

Elly Schlein and other leftists criticize any proposed electoral reforms while staunchly defending the current electoral law known as Rosatellum, which they believe ensures no political victory.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

If voting were today with the new system: right-wing secured in the Chamber

A new electoral law to be introduced for the 2027 elections in Italy suggests significant changes favoring the right-wing coalition.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

After the VRK check - decision: The National Union violated the law

The Lithuanian National Union has been found to have violated laws regarding membership fees by accepting payments through non-bank services.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Nigeria Sets an Early Date for Presidential Elections

Nigeria has announced that the next presidential elections will take place on January 16, 2027, marking the first presidential election held in January since the country returned to civilian rule in 1999.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Starting July 1, 2026: the HB 991 law that seeks to change the electoral roll in Florida and generates controversy

The HB 991 law proposed in Florida aims to implement stricter voting requirements, including citizenship verification and clearer procedures for removing ineligible voters from the electoral roll.

Feb 27 โ€ข 01:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Donzelli: โ€œNo coup de main on the electoral law, now talks with the oppositionโ€

Fratelli d'Italia representative Donzelli insists there will be no abrupt changes to the electoral law and emphasizes the importance of dialogue with the opposition.

Feb 27 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Azzariti: "The proposal of the center-right is at high risk of unconstitutionality"

Gaetano Azzariti, a constitutional lawyer, criticizes the new electoral law proposed by the center-right, emphasizing its potential unconstitutionality and questioning its claimed benefits for political stability.

Feb 27 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Electoral law, Schlein: 'Unacceptable'. Uprising of the center-left: 'A distraction tactic'

Elly Schlein of the Democratic Party expresses frustration over approaches from the center-right regarding electoral law discussions, labeling them as unacceptable and calling for more serious dialogue with the Prime Minister.

Feb 26 โ€ข 22:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

BREAKING: INEC shifts 2027 general elections to January, February

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of Nigeria has rescheduled the 2027 General Elections to January and February following changes in the electoral law.

Feb 26 โ€ข 20:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Electoral law, center-right text submitted to Parliament. Schlein: 'Unacceptable for us'

The center-right coalition in Italy has submitted a new electoral law to Parliament, which includes provisions for a majority prize and a runoff election, prompting criticism from opposition leader Schlein.

Feb 26 โ€ข 17:26 UTC

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