California's Prop 50 Sparks Voting Rights Battle
California Democrats confront a constitutional showdown as Republican-backed Proposition 50 seeks to restrict voting access, potentially disenfranchising millions in the 2026 elections.
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Three arrested in Westminster Supreme Court protest clash
Dramatic scenes unfolded outside the Supreme Court as trans rights activists and women's rights campaigners clashed, leading to three arrests. The confrontation erupted following a landmark ruling on gender recognition laws.
California election chaos as voting overhaul backfires
Deep in rural California, Shasta County's controversial decision to eliminate electronic voting machines has created an election administration nightmare, with counting delays and legal battles threatening democratic integrity.
California's Gerrymandering Showdown: Prop 50 Explained
As California voters face a critical decision on Proposition 50, experts warn that partisan gerrymandering threatens the very foundations of democratic representation. Discover how this landmark proposal could reshape American politics.
Louisiana and Virginia Redraw Congressional Districts
Major redistricting developments in Louisiana and Virginia could reshape the balance of power in Congress, with significant implications for Black voter representation and Democratic prospects.
Georgia Voting System Issues During Republican Primary
Technical glitches in Georgia's Fulton County during Republican primary voting raise concerns about election integrity and voting system reliability ahead of crucial elections.
Trump's early voting push transforms California elections
Donald Trump's strategic push for early voting triggers remarkable Republican turnout in California, signalling potential seismic shift in traditional voting patterns ahead of crucial elections.
Trans activists plot to disrupt women's rights march in Edinburgh
Women's rights campaigners in Scotland face organised opposition from trans activists planning to 'drown out' their Edinburgh march, prompting calls for First Minister John Swinney to uphold sex-based protections.
Cameroon election crackdown leaves multiple dead
Cameroon faces international condemnation as security forces open fire on voters during tense presidential elections, leaving multiple dead and hundreds detained in what observers call a systematic crackdown.
UK bill grants legal rights to nature
A revolutionary bill introduced in Parliament could transform Britain's environmental protection by granting ecosystems legal personhood rights, following global precedents.
NC Republicans approve controversial congressional map
Republican lawmakers in North Carolina have approved a radically redrawn congressional district map that could secure their party's dominance for years, sparking immediate legal challenges and accusations of extreme partisan gerrymandering.
McVey: Prisoners should never get vote
Cabinet Office Minister Esther McVey faces backlash after announcing legislation to permanently ban prisoners from voting, defying European Court rulings and igniting human rights debates.
Transgender man wins landmark pregnancy rights case
In a groundbreaking legal decision, a transgender man has won his appeal after the High Court ruled that wanting to conceive and carry a baby is not incompatible with living as a man. This landmark case sets a significant precedent for transgender rights
Arizona Democrats forced to vote in Republican primaries
In a controversial political manoeuvre, Arizona Democrats are being compelled to vote in Republican primaries, creating a political paradox that's drawing national attention and expert criticism.
Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Act
In a landmark ruling, the US Supreme Court has fundamentally weakened the Voting Rights Act, raising alarm about minority voter protections and the future of electoral fairness in America.
Supreme Court weakens Voting Rights Act in landmark ruling
The US Supreme Court has dramatically weakened the Voting Rights Act, allowing states to implement electoral maps previously deemed racially discriminatory. This landmark decision could reshape American democracy for years to come.
Supreme Court weakens Voting Rights Act in Alabama case
The US Supreme Court has issued a landmark ruling that weakens the Voting Rights Act, allowing Alabama to maintain congressional districts that critics say dilute Black voting power.
Colombia court protects Afro-indigenous community in Bogotá
In a historic decision, Colombia's highest court has intervened to protect the ancestral rights of an Afro-indigenous community facing displacement from their spiritual heartland in the nation's capital.
Supreme Court rules for Black voters in Alabama case
In a major ruling with profound implications for American democracy, the Supreme Court has upheld protections for Black voters in Alabama, dealing a significant blow to Republican efforts to dilute minority voting power.
US Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Act
The US Supreme Court has dramatically weakened the Voting Rights Act in a controversial 6-3 decision that could reshape American elections for years to come.
US government shutdown looms as Trump allies push agenda
With just days remaining, the US faces a potential federal shutdown as Trump allies demand sweeping changes to voting rights and government structure, setting up a dramatic political confrontation.
Obama backs California redistricting reform as Texas GOP pushes plan
Former President Barack Obama makes surprise intervention in California's Proposition 50 fight while Texas Republicans push controversial redistricting plan that could reshape American politics for years.
Harris accuses Trump of undermining democracy in new book
Vice President Kamala Harris launches scathing attack on Donald Trump in her new book, claiming he deliberately undermined American democracy by sowing doubt about election integrity ahead of potential 2024 rematch.
Dominion Voting Systems Sold in Major Acquisition Deal
The controversial voting machine company at the heart of 2020 election conspiracy theories has been acquired by private equity firm Staple Street Capital, raising questions about election security and political influence.
Supreme Court Weakens Voting Rights Act in Landmark Ruling
The US Supreme Court has severely weakened the landmark Voting Rights Act, making it significantly harder to challenge electoral maps as racially discriminatory in a decision that could reshape American democracy.
NC GOP declares Trump winner before election
The North Carolina Republican Party has sparked outrage by prematurely declaring Donald Trump the 2024 presidential winner, raising serious concerns about electoral integrity and democratic norms.
Supreme Court Rejects Illinois Mail-In Ballot Challenge
The US Supreme Court has dismissed a Republican-led lawsuit challenging Illinois' mail-in voting system, dealing a significant blow to efforts restricting ballot access ahead of the 2024 election.
Australian Bird of the Year 2025: Voting Open
The highly anticipated Australian Bird of the Year competition for 2025 has officially launched, inviting nature enthusiasts and bird lovers nationwide to cast their votes for their favourite feathered contenders in this celebrated conservation initiative
Badenoch attacks Human Rights Act in Tory speech
Cabinet Minister Kemi Badenoch launches blistering attack on Human Rights Act, vowing to prevent 'foreign courts' from dictating UK policy in explosive Conservative conference address.
The Labour voter's dilemma: When choice isn't a choice
An examination of the difficult position facing voters who feel politically homeless in the current landscape, where voting Labour feels less like a choice and more like an obligation.
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