19 Sep

Court halts redistricting process in New York; GOP wins preliminary round. Mid-level court order for Independent Redistricting Commission to redraw districts stayed; appeal by GOP argued premature action constitutionally impermissible. Court's decision delays process; condensed schedule anticipated if Democrats prevail. Late final decision could limit commission's preparation time for new lines, make public hearings difficult. GOP may challenge new maps...

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19 Sep

Pennsylvania introduces automatic voter registration ahead of 2024 elections, as announced by Gov. Josh Shapiro. Automatic opt-in for eligible voters during renewal or receipt of ID cards or licenses replaces previous need for personal opt-in. Opt-out option available. Pennsylvania becomes 24th state adopting automatic registration, a practice used by both Democratic and Republican-led states. State anticipates gaining tens of thousands...

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19 Sep

Pennsylvania introduces automatic voter registration for 2024 elections, announced by Gov. Josh Shapiro. Eligible voters will be automatically registered during new or renewed ID and driver's license processes, replacing the previous opt-in system. Opt-out option available. Pennsylvania is the 24th state to adopt this system, used by both Democratic and Republican-led states. Shapiro's office anticipates a significant increase in registered...

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18 Sep

Wyoming's legislature examines AI regulation, considering three bills. One draft bill provides civil prosecution for "synthetic media" creators, allowing subjects or those misled by such media to sue for distribution restraint or damages. The bill also criminalizes unlawful distribution of misleading synthetic media. Synthetic media, or "deep fakes," are algorithm-generated video or voice recordings mimicking real events. Guilty parties could...

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18 Sep

Special Counsel Jack Smith proposed a gag order, restricting former President Donald Trump's criticism of Smith and his prosecution. Smith's motion, described as "narrowly tailored", intends to prevent Trump's comments from prejudicing his 2020 federal election interference case. Smith's move could be seen as reinforcing Trump's claims of election interference by the Biden Administration. The gag order, common in high-profile...

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16 Sep

Wisconsin's Republican Assembly passed a redistricting reform plan, transferring map-drawing power from lawmakers to nonpartisan staff. Despite the plan resembling Governor Evers' nonpartisan redistricting proposal, Evers is likely to veto the "bogus" bill. The bill requires approval from the Republican Senate and Evers to become law. Democrats are wary of the proposal, suspecting it's a ruse to prevent the liberal...

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15 Sep

Florida GOP drops 2024 primary loyalty pledge requirement, favoring Trump. Pledge, binding candidates to support GOP nominee, was resisted by Trump and others. Trump's refusal risked exclusion from general election ballot. State party dropped pledge after vote, averting potential violation of national GOP rules on election qualification changes. Pledge initially aimed to promote party unity, prevent misuse of party resources....

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15 Sep

Biden administration sought Supreme Court intervention in blocking a lower court order that restricted its communication with social media companies regarding content moderation. The order, deemed "unprecedented" by U.S. Solicitor General Elizabeth Prelogar, could place a district judge in charge of overseeing executive branch communication with these companies. The lawsuit, filed by Republican attorneys general and individual plaintiffs, argued that...

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15 Sep

Mitt Romney, Utah Senator, known for his problem-solving and compromise-seeking, announced his decision not to run for re-election. His political approach, often out of step with current Republican sentiment, saw him partner with Republicans and Democrats on diverse issues. His tenure, though brief, left a legacy marked by his willingness to go against party lines and follow his convictions. Romney's...

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