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Voters stand in voting booths as they fill out their ballots at a polling center at the Meadows Mall on Nov. 8, 2022 in Las Vegas.

6 takeaways from the 2022 midterm election that's not over yet

11:16am November 09, 2022

by Domenico Montanaro

These midterm elections show why it's always important to never assume you know exactly what's going to happen in advance – and to keep an open mind for potential surprises.

A bipartisanship group of senators — (from left) Strom Thurmond, R-S.C., Republican leader Howard Baker of Tennessee, Democratic leader Robert C. Byrd of West Virginia, and Birch Bayh, D-Ind. — hold a news conference in 1980.

Politics & Government

You're Going To Hear A Lot About The 'Byrd Rule' Soon — Who Is This Byrd Man?

8:10am August 08, 2021

by Ron Elving

As Democrats try to pass their massive multi-trillion-dollar spending bill with a simple majority vote, lots of things might be included but other things might not. And it all goes back to one man.

Empty hallways outside the U.S. Senate chamber, where the body will consider major pieces of legislation that could allocate trillions of dollars for infrastructure and other priorities.

Politics & Government

As Biden Aims To Pass 2 Big Bills, Things Are About To Get Really Complicated

3:16pm August 05, 2021

by Ron Elving

Seemingly arcane exercises in the days and weeks ahead will in fact represent – and may even resolve — real conflicts over national issues of enormous importance.

Politics & Government

Sen. McKissick Resigns To Take NC Utilities Commission Post

5:03pm January 07, 2020

by Associated Press

House Intelligence Chairman Rep. Adam Schiff of California speaks to the media last month. Schiff is leading the charge in the impeachment inquiry into President Trump.

Politics & Government

Adam Schiff, The Surprising Face Of The Impeachment Inquiry Into President Trump

8:31am October 10, 2019

by Domenico Montanaro

Schiff voted for the Iraq war authorization and the Patriot Act and was once considered a moderate. Now, the vegan, triathlete, former federal prosecutor is leading the charge against Trump.

Politics & Government

Republican Dan Forest Launches 2020 Bid For NC Governor

9:56pm August 17, 2019

by Keri Brown

North Carolina Lieutenant Governor Dan Forest officially entered the race for governor on Saturday. His campaign held a kickoff rally at the fairgrounds annex in Winston-Salem.

Democratic presidential candidate Joe Biden speaks during a campaign rally in Philadelphia Saturday.

Politics & Government

Biden Eschews Anger, Hoping 'Unity' Can Lift Him To The Presidency

4:50pm May 19, 2019

by Domenico Montanaro

The former vice president, who saw Barack Obama win twice on a unifying message, is betting that will win out over anger. Will that be enough for Democrats, who feel they have good reason to be angry?

Politics & Government

New Count Tips Lead To Dems In Heated NC House Race

11:04am November 12, 2018

by Paul Garber

A high-profile legislative race that has been too close to call now appears to favor the Democratic challenger, a potential win that would mean defeat for a powerful committee member.

Politics & Government

Recap: Midterm Election 2018 And What We Now Know

10:03am November 07, 2018

by Paul Garber

A shift of power in the General Assembly, split votes on six North Carolina constitutional amendments, and a night for incumbents – North Carolina voters headed to the polls on Tuesday, and the res

California's multilanguage "I Voted" stickers on offer for early voters at the Los Angeles County Registrar's Office in Norwalk, Calif.

Your 2018 Midterm Election Guide: What To Watch For Hour-By-Hour

11:52am November 06, 2018

There are dozens of competitive races across the country that will determine control of the House, Senate and governors' seats. Here are the pivotal seats that could unlock what happens.