Goodbye Gavin Newsom: when are the primary elections in California and what positions are elected in 2026
California's primary elections in June 2026 will determine candidates for the gubernatorial race and other federal, state, and local offices.
What is voted on in Texas this Tuesday, March 3, 2026
Texas voters will participate in open primary elections on March 3, 2026, to select candidates for state and federal positions.
Schufa, Elections, Daylight Saving Time: Changes Coming in March
Germany will experience changes in March regarding the Schufa credit score, upcoming elections in two federal states, and the start of daylight saving time.
Will Trump 'deploy' ICE agents to polling centers in the November midterm elections?
Democratic state officials have reported that Donald Trump does not plan to send federal immigration agents to polling places during the upcoming congressional elections.
Good news in Texas for Trump: the SAVE Act law requiring proof of citizenship to vote has come into effect
Texas has implemented a citizenship verification mechanism that President Trump aims to extend nationwide through the SAVE Act, which requires proof of citizenship to register and vote in federal elections.
Germany: The election of the next federal president will be on January 30, 2027
Germany is set to elect its next federal president on January 30, 2027, as Frank-Walter Steinmeier's second term expires in March of that year.
FCT poll: Strengthen electoral integrity, observers urge INEC
Election observers in Nigeria have called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to enhance electoral integrity after assessing the recent Federal Capital Territory Area Council elections.
Guardian Essential report: One Nation woos progressive voters - podcast
The Guardian's latest Essential report discusses the gaining support for One Nation, particularly among former Labor voters, and features insights from political analysts on the implications for the upcoming federal elections.
Guilherme Derrite confirms pre-candidacy for the Senate for SP
Brazilian federal deputy Guilherme Derrite has confirmed his pre-candidacy for the Senate in São Paulo for the upcoming elections, gaining the support of former President Jair Bolsonaro.
After the approval of the Anti-Infraction Bill, Derrite meets with Bolsonaro
Hours after the approval of the anti-infraction bill, federal deputy Guilherme Derrite visited former president Jair Bolsonaro in prison to discuss their plans for the upcoming elections.
Federal Police conducts search and seizure operation against vote buying in Divina Pastora
The Federal Police of Brazil launched an operation in Divina Pastora to investigate alleged vote buying during the 2024 elections.
Gracyanne Barbosa joins the Republicanos to run for federal deputy pre-candidacy
Influencer Gracyanne Barbosa has joined the Republicanos party to run for a federal deputy seat in Rio de Janeiro for the upcoming elections.
Gracyanne Barbosa joins the Republicans and confirms pre-candidacy for federal deputy in RJ
Influencer Gracyanne Barbosa has confirmed her pre-candidacy for the federal deputy position in Rio de Janeiro after affiliating with the Republicans party.
PSTU launches Hertz Dias' pre-candidacy for president
The PSTU party has announced Hertz Dias as their pre-candidate for the presidency of Brazil in the 2026 elections, positioning him as an opposition figure against the Federal Government and far-right politics.
Bia Kicis and Michelle Bolsonaro announce 'pure list' of PL for the Senate in the DF; Ibaneis says he remains a candidate
Bia Kicis and former first lady Michelle Bolsonaro will compete for Senate seats in the Federal District in 2026 under the Liberal Party (PL), forming a 'pure list' without candidates from other parties.
DF suspends public competition deadlines until 2027; understand what happens now
The government of the Federal District of Brazil has suspended the validity of public competition deadlines until 2027, affecting candidates awaiting appointments.
Ibaneis sanctions laws that suspend deadlines for public competitions until 2027 in the DF; understand
The Governor of the Federal District, Ibaneis Rocha, has enacted laws extending the validity period of public competitions under financial and election-related constraints.
Utah House voting map that helps Democrats can be used, federal court rules
A federal court ruled that new Utah voting districts favoring Democrats can be used in the upcoming elections, despite Republican opposition.
Local Elections in the Region: Membership Boom for the Left
The Left party in Germany is experiencing a surge in membership following its unexpected success in the 2025 federal elections.
FCT poll: Nigerians now know ruling, real opposition parties – Wike
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, praised President Bola Tinubu for the successful conduct of the Area Council elections in Abuja, which showcased the political landscape of Nigeria.
EFCC arrests 20 over electoral fraud in FCT council polls, recovers over N17m
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arrested 20 individuals for electoral fraud during the Federal Capital Territory local government elections and recovered over 17 million Naira intended for vote buying.
FCT poll: Real Nigerians have spoken, Keyamo dismisses critics
Festus Keyamo, Nigeria's Minister of Aviation, commended residents of the Federal Capital Territory for their participation in area council elections while criticizing those who claim to represent national opinions without a mandate.
FCT, Kano, Rivers victories a referendum on Tinubu presidency – Lagos APC
The Lagos APC claims that recent by-election victories in Rivers, Kano, and the Federal Capital Territory signal public support for President Tinubu's administration.
FULL LIST: APC wins five FCT councils, PDP one
The All Progressives Congress won five out of six chairmanship seats in the Federal Capital Territory Area Council elections, with the Peoples Democratic Party winning one.
FCT poll shows PDP’s resurgence ahead of 2027 – Olawepo-Hashim
Dr. Gbenga Olawepo-Hashim claims that the recent Federal Capital Territory elections indicate a revival of the Peoples Democratic Party ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Alckmin says government is seeking solution for Avibras crisis and avoids anticipating plans for 2026 elections
Geraldo Alckmin, Brazil's acting president, stated that the federal government is committed to finding a solution for the Avibras crisis, which has affected the defense company undergoing judicial recovery.
Tinubu congratulates winners of FCT, Kano, Rivers elections, hails Wike’s leadership
President Bola Tinubu congratulated the winners of recent elections in the Federal Capital Territory, Kano, and Rivers, highlighting the leadership of Governor Nyesom Wike.
FCT poll: APC candidate wins Abaji Area Council chairmanship election
Umar Abdullahi Abubakar of the APC has been declared the winner of the chairmanship election for the Abaji Area Council in Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory.
BREAKING: PDP candidate wins Gwagwalada chairmanship election in FCT
Mohammed Kasim of the Peoples Democratic Party has won the Gwagwalada chairmanship election in Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory, securing over 22,000 votes.
Votes sold for up to ₦10,000 in FCT poll — CSO
An election monitoring group in Nigeria claimed that votes were sold for as much as ₦10,000 during the Federal Capital Territory Area Council elections.
FCT poll: INEC uploads chairmanship results on IReV
The Independent National Electoral Commission has started posting results for the Federal Capital Territory Area Council chairmanship elections on its Result Viewing portal.
CSO faults FCT council poll, laments low turnout, other irregularities
A civil society organization criticized the recent Federal Capital Territory elections for low voter turnout and irregularities, despite the election being largely peaceful.
Obidient movement flags IREV glitch in FCT polls
The Obidient Movement has raised concerns about the malfunction of the election results portal during the Federal Capital Territory elections in Nigeria.
Wike praises peaceful election, laments low turnout in Abuja
The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, commended the peaceful conduct of the Area Council elections in Abuja but expressed concern over low voter turnout, particularly in the city center.
FCT poll: APC, ADC tie in Karu polling units
In a closely contested election in the Federal Capital Territory, the APC and ADC candidates tied in voter turnout at a polling unit in Karu, Abuja.
NSCDC praises orderly voting in FCT area council election
The Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps commended the orderly conduct of voters and security personnel during the Area Council elections in Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory.
PHOTOS: Party agents hail INEC for smooth FCT council poll
Party agents have praised the Independent National Electoral Commission for the smooth conduct of the Area Council elections in the Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria, noting a moderate voter turnout and peaceful atmosphere at polling stations.
PDP chieftain, ZLP, NNPP agents commend INEC for peaceful Abuja voting
Julius Adamu, a former PDP chairmanship aspirant, praises the Independent National Electoral Commission for the peaceful conduct of the Federal Capital Territory area council elections in Abuja.
FCT Poll: Low voter turnout recorded in Karu
Voting in the Karu area of Abuja commenced with significant delays due to low voter turnout during the Federal Capital Territory Area Council elections.
FCT, Kano, Rivers polls: Tinubu warns against violence, malpractices
President Bola Tinubu has urged voters and election bodies to ensure peaceful and credible elections in the Federal Capital Territory, Kano, and Rivers states, cautioning against violence and electoral malpractice.
FCT poll: Ireti Kingibe faults Wike over curfew
Senator Ireti Kingibe has criticized Minister Nyesom Wike's curfew imposed before local elections in the Federal Capital Territory of Nigeria.
In the Pro Diaspora, Macri Opens the Door to 2027 and His Cousin Recruits the 'Old Guard' to Resist in the City
Former President Mauricio Macri is preparing to reengage in politics, distancing himself from President Javier Milei while activating a federal tour to strengthen his party's presence ahead of the 2027 elections.
Tinubu calls for orderly conduct as FCT, Rivers, Kano vote Saturday
President Bola Tinubu has urged for peaceful and orderly elections in the Federal Capital Territory, Rivers, and Kano states, emphasizing the importance of calm and respect.
Nigeria: What Makes Abuja's Area Councils Different From LGAs in 36 States
Abuja's area councils elections, organized by INEC, play a crucial role in local governance, impacting residents' daily lives more than federal elections.
Angela Merkel: Service for Germany
The article explores Angela Merkel's reflections and uncertainties regarding her potential candidacy for Chancellor in the 2017 federal elections following the 2015 refugee crisis.
Federal Politics: Merz Seeks Second Term
Friedrich Merz, the German Chancellor from the CDU, is aiming for a second term in office after the elections scheduled for 2029.
FCT poll: 3,345 BVAS deployed, movement restricted
The Independent National Electoral Commission has deployed 3,345 Bimodal Voter Accreditation Systems for the Federal Capital Territory area councils election to ensure a transparent electoral process.
Federal Politics: Merz Aiming for a Second Term
Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz (CDU) is seeking a second term in the upcoming 2029 Bundestag elections, expressing his commitment to continue serving in office.
INEC warns against vote buying ahead of FCT Poll
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of Nigeria has issued a warning against vote buying ahead of the Federal Capital Territory elections scheduled for February 21, 2026.
FCT poll: Police deploy personnel, restrict movement
The Federal Capital Territory police have deployed personnel and imposed movement restrictions ahead of the February 21, 2026, local government elections in Abuja, Nigeria.