Nevada and Oregon voters back electoral system overhaul
Nevada and Oregon voters have backed significant changes to their electoral systems, moving towards open primaries and ranked-choice voting in a growing US trend.
Category : Voting
NAACP Sues Texas Over 'Discriminatory' Congressional Maps
The NAACP launches a major federal lawsuit against Texas, alleging new congressional maps deliberately dilute Black voting power and violate the Voting Rights Act in a move with national implications.
UK Parliament Debates Lowering Voting Age to 16
A landmark proposal to extend the voting franchise to 16 and 17-year-olds in UK general elections is gaining momentum in Westminster, sparking a national debate on youth representation and democratic engagement.
MPs Vote on Lowering UK General Election Voting Age to 16
MPs are set to debate a historic bill that could extend the franchise to 16 and 17-year-olds for UK general elections, a move championed by Labour but facing government opposition.
Vote at 16: Electoral Commission Plans School Democracy Drive
The UK's elections watchdog is spearheading a new initiative to embed democracy lessons in schools, aiming to educate and empower 16 and 17-year-olds ahead of their new right to vote.
Badenoch Condemns 'Discriminatory' Voter ID Policy
Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch denounces Tower Hamlets Council's 'English-only' voter ID policy as discriminatory and unacceptable, sparking a major political row.
Federal court blocks Texas GOP Senate map in voting rights case
A federal court has struck down Texas's Republican-drawn state Senate map, ruling it illegally dilutes the voting power of Hispanic and Black communities in a landmark decision that could reshape the state's political landscape.
AI Robocalls Target Voters in US Election Interference Scandal
Exclusive investigation reveals sophisticated AI robocall campaigns mimicking US presidents, sparking multi-state probes and urgent calls for regulation ahead of critical elections.
Voter Registration Crisis Threatens Major Party in Swing States
A bombshell new analysis reveals a severe voter registration deficit for one of America's major political parties across key battleground states, potentially reshaping the electoral map for the 2024 presidential election and beyond.
NH Court Blocks GOP Voter Roll Purge Ahead of Election
The New Hampshire Supreme Court has blocked a Republican-led initiative to remove thousands from voter registration lists, citing insufficient evidence and potential disenfranchisement just months before major elections.
Texas Dems' 'Permission Slip' Protest Against Voting Bill
Texas Democrats are using mock 'permission slips' to protest a new GOP-backed voting bill they argue imposes restrictive, discriminatory requirements on voters of colour.
Reform UK Councillor Sacked in Voter Fraud Scandal
Reform UK council leader Gary Condon has been dramatically removed from his position after a voter registration scandal. The councillor registered at a derelict building to vote for himself, sparking a major investigation and raising serious questions abo
Florida GOP voters deliver protest vote against Trump
Nearly one in five Republican voters in Florida rejected Donald Trump in the state's presidential primary, casting protest votes for other candidates in a significant show of dissent.
Trump's Mail-In Voting Claims Spark Election Debate
Former US President Donald Trump has reignited controversy with his latest remarks on mail-in ballots, raising concerns about electoral integrity as the 2024 election looms.
Trump pushes for mail-in voting ban amid security debate
Former US President Donald Trump has reignited the debate over mail-in voting, calling for its ban despite evidence of its security and widespread use.
Trump claims 2016 midterms rigged via mail-in ballots
Former US President Donald Trump reignites controversy with explosive allegations about mail-in ballots and voting machines in the 2016 midterm elections. Experts weigh in on the validity of his claims.
Trump reverses stance on mail ballots, alleges 'radical left scam'
Former President Donald Trump reverses stance on mail-in voting, alleging fraud by the 'radical left' in a fiery statement that reignites election integrity debates.
Detroit ballot box video fuels voter fraud claims
A viral video shows a man depositing multiple ballots into a Detroit drop box, sparking outrage among Trump supporters who claim voter fraud. Authorities are investigating.
California to redraw maps in response to Texas plan
Governor Gavin Newsom announces California's bold strategy to counter Texas' controversial electoral redistricting plan, potentially reshaping the political landscape ahead of the next election cycle.
Pete Hegseth criticised for women's suffrage remarks
Fox News host Pete Hegseth faces backlash after resurfaced video shows him questioning women's suffrage. Critics call his remarks 'deeply offensive' and 'outdated'.
Labour Proposes Lowering UK Voting Age to 16
Jeremy Corbyn and the Labour Party are advocating to lower the UK voting age to 16, aiming to empower younger voices in elections. Discover the implications of this potential reform.
Voting shake-up: Ballots at any UK polling station?
Plans to overhaul Britain's electoral system could allow voters to cast ballots at any polling station, making elections more accessible than ever. Here's what you need to know.
Ex-Trump aide fined $1M for false election claims
A former Trump administration official has been ordered to pay over $1 million in damages for spreading false claims about the 2020 election in Minnesota.
Supreme Court to rule on Texas gerrymandering case
The US Supreme Court is set to rule on a controversial Texas redistricting case, with critics accusing Republicans of racial gerrymandering to dilute minority votes. The decision could reshape electoral fairness in America.
Sharpton calls for Voting Rights Act revival
Civil rights leader Al Sharpton urges the revival of the Voting Rights Act to combat modern voter suppression tactics. Discover the challenges and solutions in safeguarding democracy.
Gen Z voters prioritise social justice in California
A new survey shows California's Gen Z voters prioritise social justice issues over traditional political concerns, reshaping the electoral landscape.
Labour proposes voting age cut to 16 and mandatory politics lessons
The Labour Party proposes reducing the voting age to 16 and making politics a compulsory subject in schools to engage younger voters in democracy.
NZ electoral reform boosts Māori rights
New Zealand introduces groundbreaking electoral reforms to enhance Māori representation and align with international human rights standards, sparking both praise and debate.
Labour pushes to lower UK voting age to 16
Labour proposes lowering the voting age to 16 in a bold move to engage younger voters. Could this reshape British democracy?
Arizona GOP blocks voting rights using 'God’s law' justification
Republican officials in Arizona have ignited controversy by citing 'God’s law' to justify rejecting voter-approved election reforms, raising concerns over the separation of church and state.
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