Democrats gaining advantage ahead of midterms as Trump's ratings sink: poll

A new poll from The New York Times and Siena College shows Democrats opening up a significant advantage over Republicans ahead of the November midterms, fueled largely by voter frustration with President Donald Trump's handling of the economy.

Supreme Court rejects Trump's mail-in voting restrictions
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The Supreme Court ruled 7-2 against the Trump administration's plan to significantly restrict mail-in voting. With the midterms just weeks away, election officials say it would have been a logistical mess to sort out. But it may not be the last time the courts have to handle the issue.

How to register to vote

National Voter Registration Day falls on Sept. 15 this year and serves as a reminder to check your registration status ahead of Election Day on Nov. 3.

US Supreme Court rejects Trump's mail ballot restrictions: Reactions in WA
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A big ruling from the U.S. Supreme Court: Justices rejected President Donald Trump's mail ballot restrictions for now ahead of the November midterm elections. Here's how officials in Washington are reacting to the ruling.

Trump tells Republicans they ‘go to hell’ if they don’t vote in November

President Donald Trump closed out the Republican’s inaugural midterm convention being held in Dallas with a fervent plea to the crowd to vote as if he’s on the ballot in November.

Trump's order to limit mail voting blocked by appeals court

An appeals court has upheld a lower court ruling that blocks President Donald Trump’s executive order limiting mail voting. 

Economy top of mind ahead of midterm election
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With the midterm elections less than two months away, Republicans are holding their first ever midterm convention this week in Dallas. It comes as the Trump administration is juggling a trade war with Canada and a war with Iran.

Democrats counter GOP convention in Dallas with rallies and events

Democrats, headlined by Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker, gathered at Dallas City Hall to denounce the Republican midterm convention as a "Trumpapalooza" smoke-and-mirrors distraction. The Dems are planning protests and local community events as counter activities.

WA leaders issue new guidance for election workers facing inspections

With the November general election just two months away, Washington state election officials have taken a new step to protect frontline county staff.

WA officials release guide outlining election administration roles

Here's what to know about a new guide WA officials released for county election officials ahead of midterms and amidst mail-in ballot uncertainty.

Whistleblower warns new USPS mail-in ballot system could threaten midterm elections

An anonymous whistleblower warns an untested online system for mail-in ballots could cause severe election disruptions as a legal battle over the Trump executive order plays out in federal court.

Secretary Hobbs: DHS investigating WA for voter fraud is ‘waste of taxpayer dollars’

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is investigating Washington and other states over claims of voter fraud, which Washington Secretary of State Steve Hobbs calls “troubling” and a waste of taxpayer dollars.

WA mail ballot rule blocked by judge, state official reacts

Secretary of State Steve Hobbs issued a statement Friday morning emphasizing the relief the decision provides for WA, for voters and for election officials.