David Hogg wins election as vice chair of DNC
Gun control activist David Hogg was elected as one of the three vice chairs of the Democratic National Committee.
Washington Democratic leader loses bid for key post with national party
Democrats elect Ken Martin, the party leader in Minnesota, as national chair
Democrats on Saturday elected Ken Martin, the party leader in Minnesota, as the national chair, turning to a low-profile Midwestern political operative to coordinate their resistance to Donald Trump’s presidency.
Ken Martin elected Democratic National Committee chair
The Democratic National Committee elected Ken Martin as its chair on Saturday afternoon, as the party looks to new leadership to help steer it through President Donald Trump’s second term in office.
Rottnest plane crash, bushfires and battle to win the WA election. Here's January 2025 in photos
WA's first photo wrap for the year features a devastating plane crash, the day-to-day of political campaigning and smiles from youngsters — both human and canine.
Exclusive: U.S. wants Ukraine to hold elections following a ceasefire, says Trump envoy
Trump and his envoy for Ukraine and Russia, Keith Kellogg, have said they are working on a plan to broker a deal to end the war, but have offered few details about their strategy or when they might unveil such a plan.
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Ranking the future: WA lawmakers eye overhaul of local elections with ranked choice voting
To help local governments figure it all out, the bill creates a ranked choice voting work group. This group will assist the Secretary of State with developing training and voter education materials, so everyone — from election officials to voters — knows how the system works. It’s about ensuring the transition is smooth, not overwhelming.
Despite winning big, WA Democrats find themselves in the doldrums
Polls show the party is as unpopular as it's been in decades. Part of the problem is that after losing to Donald Trump, they don't even like themselves right now.
WA lawmakers consider overhaul of local elections with ranked choice voting option
On Tuesday afternoon, Washington state lawmakers heard from those for and against ranked choice voting during a public hearing on related legislation before the House Committee
Fremantle seat to watch in WA election amid people power and climate concern
The cost of living looks set to be the biggest issue at the WA election. But analysts say teal-tinged independent candidates and the Greens, campaigning strongly on climate change, could put a dent in Labor’s vote and pick up some key seats.
The first special elections for Congress since Trump’s return
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US cybersecurity agency’s future role in elections remains murky under the Trump administration
The nation’s cybersecurity agency has played a critical role in helping states shore up the defenses of their voting systems, but its election mission appears uncertain amid sustained criticism from Republicans and key figures in the Trump administration.
Minnesota’s Ken Martin wins election to become next DNC chair
Minnesota leader Ken Martin was elected as the new chairman of the Democratic National Committee to help rebuild the party.
Dueling approaches: Washington considers ranked choice as Wyoming moves to ban it | Opinion
The policy of RCV was thoroughly routed at the ballot box last year across the country with one narrow exception.” | Opinion