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President-elect Trump may appoint impeached Texas AG Ken Paxton to his cabinet, CNN reported on Nov. 7. Paxton faced impeachment for alleged corrupt dealings.

Lauren-Brooke Eisen and Ram Subramanian explore a new initiative to transform incarceration with dignity-focused principles.

The Brennan Center will stand against authoritarianism, challenge abuses of power, and fight for American democracy.

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz’s progressive policies face challenges from far-right Republicans like Tom Dippel and Sue Ek.

Americans volunteer to support elections, but some activists spread disinformation, harming voter confidence and access.

Trump’s rhetoric mixes fear, anger, and insults, researchers say, with longer, more violent speeches marking his campaign.

Republicans in Michigan face union tension over opposition to labor rights changes, including repealing right-to-work laws.

America’s decentralized election system, with state and county-level management, enhances security against fraud.

Alabama and Virginia’s actions before Election Day, removing voters unlawfully, risk disenfranchising eligible citizens.

Rep. Lori Chavez-DeRemer spent nearly $50,000 on luxury hotels and car services, raising scrutiny over her residency.

Ohio Senate hopeful Bernie Moreno opposes federal child care funding, favoring state solutions despite affordability issues.

Candidates for Texas school boards advocate far-right policies, including book bans and anti-LGBTQ measures.