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NC’s voter ID law goes to trial. A judge could block it, but that may not be last word
U.S.
Amanda Smith
North Carolina’s new voter ID requirement goes to court this week as challengers in a longstanding lawsuit argue it discriminates against Black ...
Tennessee Gov. Lee admits defeat in school voucher push
Politics
Amanda Smith
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee conceded defeat Monday in his push to enact universal school vouchers this year, acknowledging ...
A vote’s been called for a special session, legislative leaders say they’ll vote no
U.S.
Amanda Smith
Mar. 27—CHEYENNE — A “straw poll” vote conducted this week on whether the Wyoming Legislature should hold a special session met the ...
Wisconsin’s Democratic governor sues Republican Legislature over blocking ‘basic functions’
Politics
Amanda Smith
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin Democratic Gov. Tony Evers on Tuesday sued the Republican-controlled Legislature, arguing that it is obstructing basic government ...