States considering legal action against Trump administration over USPS, mail-in voting
At least a dozen states are reportedly considering taking legal action against the Trump administration over the ongoing mail-in voting conflict.
While Trump raises concern for voter fraud by mail, Secretary of State Benson disagrees
Some are even pointing the finger squarely at the new Postmaster General Louis DeJoy, claiming he's deliberately trying to sabotage service to help the president win re-election, while the President continues to raise concerns over voter fraud.
Michigan to mail cards telling 4.4 million they can vote from home
Michigan will mail postcards telling 4.4 million registered voters that they can vote from home in November’s presidential election.
Mitt Romney speaks out against politicians attacking mail-in voting
Sen. Mitt Romney says politicians attacking the vote by mail system are threatening global democracy.
USPS warns 46 states, DC about election mail delays that could affect whether ballots get counted
The U.S. Postal Service has sent letters to 46 states, warning it cannot guarantee all ballots cast by mail for the November election will arrive in time to be counted.
Trump opposes funding to USPS, acknowledging impact on mail-in voting
The Republican president said on Fox Business Network that among the sticking points over a new virus relief package were Democrats’ demand for billions of dollars to assist states in protecting the election and to help postal workers process mail-in ballots.
'She’s ready to do this job on day 1': Joe Biden introduces Kamala Harris as running mate
The pair will later sit down together for an online fundraiser designed to let small donors get a fresh glimpse of what the Democratic presidential ticket will look like together.
Kamala Harris: From district attorney to senator to historic VP running mate — here’s what you need to know
Born in Oakland, California to a Jamaican father and Indian mother, Harris won her first election in 2003 when she became San Francisco’s district attorney.
Joe Biden taps Kamala Harris as running mate
The pick fulfills the Democratic presidential contender’s promise to select a woman as his running mate, and puts to rest the sometimes bristly rivalry the pair shared during the early phase of the Democratic primary.
Facebook implements new policy targeting political groups that disguise themselves as news publishers
Facebook will no longer allow political entities to promote social issues, political or election content with its news exemption feature.
Gov. Whitmer scheduled to speak on Monday at DNC, VP nominee to speak Wednesday
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer is scheduled to speak Monday, Aug. 17 at the Democratic National Convention, which may be a clue that she's out of the running for vice president, who's scheduled to speak Wednesday.
Why choice of running mate matters more than usual this year
As the political world awaits the imminent announcement of Joe Biden’s vice-presidential pick, there is a real sense among allies and adversaries that the decision matters more in 2020.
Could Whitmer be named VP? Biden has been "explicit" she's in the running, Lt. Gov. Gilchrist says
Could the Michigan governor be tapped to become Joe Biden's vice-presidential pick? Reports say the Democratic nominee's pick could come this week.
White House deputy press secretary, DNC Chair talk election race, job numbers
Job numbers are out and both sides of the political aisle are sharing their take.
Trump making small gains in Michigan, but Biden still leads in new statewide poll
A new poll of Michigan residents shows a slightly tighter race between former Vice President Joe Biden and President Donald Trump, who has made some gains among Michigan voters.
Allan Lichtman, who has correctly predicted every presidential race winner since 1984, calls 2020 election
American University's Dr. Allan Lichtman predicted President Donald Trump's 2016 election victory.
After record-breaking Michigan primary, eyes turn toward November election
Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson plans to debrief residents on how Michigan's August Primary went during a virtual press conference Thursday.
Record absentee voting could shorten presidential campaign season this fall
With a record number of people voting absentee amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the campaign season could be shortened this fall before the general election in November.
Biden on cognitive test: 'Why the hell would I take a test?'
Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden is pushing back at Republican assertions that he should take a cognitive test to disprove President Donald Trump’s claim that Biden isn’t fit for the Oval Office.
Dave Coulter wins nomination for Oakland County executive, will face Mike Kowall in November
Dave Coulter appears ready to continue on as the Oakland County executive after dispatching Andy Meisner for the Democratic nomination.