Elections & Political Process
Coverage of elections and political processes around the world. This section reports on voting systems, political campaigns, political parties, voter participation, and election administration. It also covers electoral reforms, ballot measures, and democratic institutions. Readers can find news and analysis on how elections work, how political competition influences government, and how electoral developments shape public policy, representation, and accountability.
Lula Launches Reelection Campaign as Brazil Faces Debate Over Foreign Influence
SAO PAULO, Brazil - Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva officially launched his reelection campaign on Sunday,...
Homeland Security Chief Warns States of Possible Federal Action Over Election Security Cooperation
WASHINGTON — Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin warned Friday that states refusing to cooperate with the Trump administration's...
Trump to Deliver Primetime Address Focused on Elections Amid Renewed Push for Federal Voting Rules
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump is scheduled to deliver a nationally televised primetime address Thursday night that he...
Ethiopia ruling Prosperity Party wins sweeping majority amid contested election and insecurity
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia - The ruling Prosperity Party in Ethiopia has secured a dominant parliamentary majority following the...
Trump-Endorsed Candidate Leads Narrowly in Colombia Election Recount Dispute
BOGOTA, Colombia - A tightly contested presidential runoff in Colombia has left conservative outsider Abelardo de la Espriella...
Los Angeles Mayoral Runoff Spot Remains Uncertain as Vote Count Continues
LOS ANGELES — The race for a place in Los Angeles’ November mayoral runoff remains unresolved nearly a...
Iraq Holds Parliamentary Elections Amid Tight Security and Major Boycott
Iraqis Vote in Parliamentary Election Marked by Security Measures and Sadrist Boycott Iraqis went to the polls on...
Cameroon Arrests 20 Protesters Amid Rising Tensions After Disputed Presidential Election
Cameroon Arrests at Least 20 Protesters as Tensions Escalate After Presidential Election At least 20 protesters have been...
Smartmatic Charged in $1 Million Philippines Bribery and Money Laundering Case
Published: October 17, 2025, 21:45 EDT Federal prosecutors in Florida have charged election technology company Smartmatic with money...
Texas Republicans Poised to Approve Redistricting Map Adding Five GOP Seats
Texas GOP Moves Forward With Redistricting Plan Amid Democratic Protests Published Time: 08-20-2025, 14:30 The Texas Legislature is...
