Marina says she wants to rescue Rede and gives signs that she may stay in the party
Brazil's Environment Minister Marina Silva signals her intention to remain with the Rede Sustentabilidade party as she prepares to run for the Senate in São Paulo.
Simone Tebet leaves MDB after almost 30 years and joins PSB to run for the Senate in SP
Brazilian Planning Minister Simone Tebet has left the MDB party to join the PSB and will run for a Senate position in São Paulo in the upcoming elections.
Reporter's Notebook: GOP pushes election security bill despite slim odds, as Trump pressure looms
The GOP is advancing the SAVE America Act to enhance election security, despite uncertainties about its passage in the Senate.
Arthur Lira launches pre-candidacy for the Federal Senate from AL during event in Maceió
Arthur Lira has announced his intention to run for the Federal Senate in a 2026 election during an event in Maceió.
Lula says the vice-presidential position is open for Alckmin but does not rule him out for the Senate
President Lula stated that the vice-presidential spot for his re-election campaign is open to Geraldo Alckmin, who may also consider a Senate candidacy.
Pence urges Senate to ‘restore public confidence’ with nationwide voter ID law
Former Vice President Mike Pence is advocating for a national voter ID law during an exclusive interview, calling it an essential measure to restore public confidence in elections.
Padevět or Čižinský? ODS and the People's Party Face a 'Divorce' with a Spicy Solution
There are prominent candidates for a Senate seat in Prague 1 and part of Prague 7, potentially leading to a rift between ODS and the People's Party.
União Brasil declares support for the re-election of Raquel Lyra and Miguel Coelho is a pre-candidate for the Senate
The União Brasil party has announced its support for the re-election of Raquel Lyra as Governor of Pernambuco and declared Miguel Coelho as a pre-candidate for the Senate.
Blue-state Democrat on fast track to Senate defies Schumer
Illinois Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton defies Senate leader Chuck Schumer as she wins the Democratic Senate nomination and aims for a historic election.
Blue state Dem candidate who made 'affordability' a key issue in campaign ripped for charging $13 for water
Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi faces backlash for charging $13 for water at his campaign's election night party, contradicting his emphasis on affordability during the Senate race.
Juliana Stratton wins Illinois Democratic Senate primary race
Illinois lieutenant governor Juliana Stratton won the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate, defeating Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi and setting the stage for her general election campaign.
Fátima Bezerra announces that she will remain in the RN government until the end of her term
The Governor of Rio Grande do Norte, Fátima Bezerra, confirmed that she will stay in office until her term ends in December, despite earlier expectations that she would leave to run for the Senate.
Primary elections in Illinois: Pritzker advances without rival and the Senate fight intensifies
Illinois is holding its primary elections, where Governor J.B. Pritzker runs unopposed in the Democratic Party, while the Republican race is competitive with four candidates vying to challenge him in the general election.
American Senate begins debate on bill targeting changes in US elections, which could take effect this year
The U.S. Senate is debating a Republican-backed election bill that seeks to implement stricter voter registration rules ahead of the November elections, despite facing opposition from Democrats and uncertainty about its passage.
Trump warns he won’t endorse lawmakers who oppose Save America Act
President Trump threatened not to endorse any lawmakers opposing the SAVE America Act, which pushes for stricter voting laws, as it moves to the Senate.
Illinois heads to elect next senator and five congressional district candidates
Illinois voters are set to elect a new senator and candidates for five congressional seats in a competitive primary race.
Deputy Chief Secretary Sato 'It is true that my wife attended as a proxy' at the support meeting for the former Unification Church's House of Councillors election
Deputy Chief Secretary Sato confirmed his wife's attendance as his proxy at a support meeting for the former Unification Church during a recent Senate budget committee session.
PDT welcomes former federal deputy Marília Arraes
The Democratic Labor Party (PDT) welcomed former federal deputy Marília Arraes on social media, amid expectations for her candidacy in the upcoming Senate elections.
Manchin rips Cornyn for filibuster flip as Texas GOP runoff looms
Senator Joe Manchin criticized Senator John Cornyn for changing his stance on the filibuster as Cornyn faces a tough runoff election in Texas.
Simone Tebet announces candidacy for the Senate in SP
Simone Tebet has announced her intention to run for a Senate seat in São Paulo, expressing the significance of the election for Brazil's future.
Temporary Mandate: Law Regulating Indirect Election for Governor of RJ is Sanctioned
Governor Cláudio Castro of Rio de Janeiro has sanctioned a law that regulates the indirect election process for a new governor, potentially prompted by his own resignation to run for the Senate.
Master case and Bolsonaro’s root slate isolate Ibaneis in the DF, allies cite plan B for election
The Master case has isolated Governor Ibaneis Rocha, who is losing support for his Senate campaign in the Federal District due to a corruption scandal.
He disguised himself as a 'white elephant' for years, no one knew his face, and he won a seat in the Senate
A Colombian Senate candidate, who campaigned disguised as a 'white elephant' for anti-corruption, won with 121,000 votes after revealing his identity two days before the election.
REPS. FINE, SELF, HARRIS, Enough is enough: We'll block the Senate until the SAVE Act passes
House Republicans threaten to block Senate legislation until the SAVE America Act, requiring proof of citizenship to vote, is passed.
Talarico reportedly knew Colbert interview wouldn't air on TV before he left to film it
Democratic Senate candidate James Talarico was aware that his interview with Stephen Colbert would only be available online and not broadcast on TV due to federal regulations.
2027: South-West to Deliver 10 Million Votes for Tinubu — Bamidele
Senate Leader Opeyemi Bamidele announced that the APC aims to gather 10 million votes from the South-west region for President Tinubu's re-election in 2027.
Montana Republican Steve Daines drops Senate re-election bid minutes before deadline
Montana Senator Steve Daines announced he would not run for re-election, leaving the race open for new candidates.
‘Open borders, Trump-hating radical’: GOP unleashes early blitz on Texas Democrat Talarico
Republicans are mounting early attacks on James Talarico, the Democratic nominee in the upcoming Texas Senate race, branding him as a radical ahead of the elections.
Colbert accused of election 'stunt' to push Talarico ahead of Crockett in Texas Democratic primary
Some media analysts claim Stephen Colbert's interview with James Talarico may have influenced the Texas Democratic Senate primary results against Jasmine Crockett.
Jasmine Crockett mocked for alleging GOP rigged Democratic Senate primary, claiming 'cheating' occurred
Rep. Jasmine Crockett faced ridicule after alleging that the GOP rigged the Texas Senate primary election she lost to James Talarico.
Whatley links Cooper to transit killing, accuses Dem of freeing ‘rapists and murderers’
Republican Senate candidate Michael Whatley connects former Governor Roy Cooper to the murder of Iryna Zarutska, blaming Cooper's policies for the release of the accused killer ahead of the upcoming primary election.
Talarico, moderate Democrat in Texas, defeats radical colleague in Senate primaries
Democrat James Talarico won the Texas primary election, defeating Jasmine Crockett, and will run for the Senate in November 2026.
Combustible Republican Senate primary in Texas heading into overtime
The Texas Republican Senate primary has resulted in a runoff election after no candidate secured a majority, leading to a face-off between incumbent John Cornyn and Attorney General Ken Paxton.
In divided North Carolina, Whatley and Cooper emerge for Senate battle that could tip Washington
Michael Whatley and Roy Cooper have secured the nominations for the U.S. Senate seat from North Carolina, setting the stage for a potentially pivotal election.
Chaos surrounding the election of the dean of the Catholic Faculty: the Senate chose Brož's successor, the rectorate is strongly opposed
Internal conflicts at the Catholic Faculty of Charles University have led to chaos surrounding the election of a new dean, as the Senate selected a successor amidst strong opposition from the rectorate.
The Academic Senate of KTF UK elected Dvořáček as a candidate for dean, Brož withdrew
The Academic Senate of the Catholic Theological Faculty of Charles University elected Jiří Dvořáček as a candidate for the deanship, while his opponent Jaroslav Brož withdrew from the election.
Texas Democratic Senate candidates sidestep Islamic terrorism concerns following deadly Austin attack
Texas Democratic Senate candidates chose not to address Islamic terrorism concerns after a deadly shooting in Austin, focusing instead on gun safety and warning against stereotyping immigrants.
Allegations of Tampering with Senate Election Results, Ota Ward Officials Sent to Prosecutors - Past Elections Involved?
Three employees from Ota Ward, Tokyo, have been sent to prosecutors for allegedly tampering with the results of the recent Senate elections, with indications that similar misconduct may have occurred in past elections.
House Republicans push Johnson to go to war with Senate over SAVE Act
House Republicans are urging Speaker Mike Johnson to confront the Senate GOP regarding an election security bill that faces obstacles in passing the chamber.
Trump introduces Cornyn, Paxton but stays mum on endorsement in heated GOP primary
During a rally in Texas, President Trump refrained from endorsing any candidates in the contentious Senate primary, leaving the race among incumbents and challengers uncertain as Election Day nears.
The dispute continues in the Buenos Aires PJ and the election of authorities in the provincial Senate is postponed
The ongoing conflict within Buenos Aires' Peronism has led to a four-hour postponement of the election of Senate authorities due to disagreements between Governor Axel Kicillof and La Cámpora.
Sheinbaum defines electoral reform: reduce the Senate, eliminate PREP, reduce spending, and vote pluris
Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo announced a proposed electoral reform aiming to reduce Senate seats, eliminate the preliminary election results program, and cut election costs, which she will present to Congress next week.
PL announces Carlos Bolsonaro and Carol de Toni as candidates for the Senate in SC; Jorginho Mello seeks reelection for governor
The Liberal Party (PL) announced Carlos Bolsonaro and Carolyn de Toni as their candidates for the Senate in Santa Catarina, alongside Jorginho Mello's campaign for re-election as governor.
Governor Cláudio Castro will judicialize indirect election
The governor of Rio de Janeiro, Cláudio Castro, is moving to challenge the rules for the indirect election that will select his successor.
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.
Nigeria: Electoral Act Raises Presidential Campaign Expenses to N10bn
The new Electoral Act in Nigeria has increased the presidential campaign spending limit from N5 billion to N10 billion, along with raising other election spending thresholds significantly.
Mike Lee calls Schumer's 'Jim Crow 2.0' attack on voter ID bill 'paranoid fantasy'
Senator Mike Lee criticizes Senate Democrats' characterization of the GOP's voter ID legislation as reminiscent of segregationist laws, defending the bill as necessary for election integrity.
Ramadan: Senate cuts Electoral Act election notice requirement by 60 days
The Nigerian Senate has amended the Electoral Act to reduce the election notice period from 360 days to 300 days, providing greater scheduling flexibility for upcoming elections.
Electoral Act: Senate approves e-transmission, manual backup after heated debate
The Nigerian Senate has approved electronic transmission of election results with manual collation as a backup, amid a contentious debate involving 15 opposing lawmakers.
Nigeria: Electoral Act - Electronic Transmission Debate Forces Senate Into Closed-Door Session
The Nigerian Senate entered a closed-door session to reconsider amendments to the Electoral Act regarding the optional electronic transmission of results and changes to the election notice period.