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Politics & Policy

Pennsylvania’s doctors, warning of risk to abortion rights, join fight over state Supreme Court retention votes

The doctors also argue the November retention election could impact health care affordability, patient privacy and equal rights in Pennsylvania.

5 months ago

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Democrat Mikie Sherrill responds to questions during the first general election gubernatorial debate with Republican opponent Jack Ciattarelli
Politics & Policy

Democrats in governors races see political opportunity amid government shutdown

New Jersey’s and Virginia’s gubernatorial elections are setting up a test of how voters view both President Donald Trump’s second term and the Democrats’ reaction.

5 months ago

Supreme Court chambers
Politics & Policy

State supreme court battles move to Pennsylvania, where 3 Democratic justices hope to keep seats

The three justices — Christine Donohue, Kevin Dougherty and David Wecht — are backed by the Democratic Party in their bids for retention.

5 months ago

Jennifer Schorn and Joe Khan
Politics & Policy

Pa. election 2025: What Bucks County voters need to know about DA Jennifer Schorn and challenger Joe Khan

Schorn, who has worked as a county prosecutor, touts experience in criminal cases. Khan says his time as county solicitor shows his track record protecting Bucks residents.

5 months ago

Listen 1:47
Rep. Mikie Sherrill, D-N.J., speaks during a news conference on Capitol Hill, Feb. 13, 2024, in Washington.
Politics & Policy

Democratic candidate for governor of New Jersey pushes back after GOP questions her service record

The Democratic candidate for governor is defending her Navy service amid questions surrounding a cheating scandal during her time at the Naval Academy.

6 months ago

People holding up signs at a protest
Politics & Policy
WITF

Pa. Democrats decry Jeffrey Yass spending in judicial races, compare him to Elon Musk

Democrats say Yass’ involvement in this year’s judicial retention races is only the latest example of his work to influence the judiciary for more favorable outcomes.

6 months ago

Politics & Policy
Billy Penn

Philly congressional race poll finds divided voter preferences

Survey finds local Black voters want candidates to “stand up” to Donald Trump.

6 months ago

side-by-side photos of Fred Harran and Danny Ceisler
Politics & Policy

Pa. election 2025: What Bucks County voters need to know about Sheriff Fred Harran and challenger Danny Ceisler

Ceisler is critical of Harran’s collaboration with federal immigration officials, while Harran says it’s a “common-sense, targeted tool.”

6 months ago

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A sign at a polling place indicating where to vote and where to register
Courts & Law

U.S. Justice Department sues Pennsylvania and 5 other states in its quest for voter data

The Justice Department’s outreach has raised alarm among some election officials because the agency doesn’t have the constitutional authority to run elections.

6 months ago

File: Pennsylvania state Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta speaks during the Democratic National Convention, Aug. 20, 2024, in Chicago.
Politics & Policy

The DNC is jumping into the 2025 Pa. Supreme Court fight to protect Democrats in November election

Concerned over conservatives’ efforts to realign the state’s highest court, Democrats are ramping up spending in what is usually a low-key Pa. race.

6 months ago

Listen 1:20
Jack Ciattarelli smiles
Politics & Policy

New Jersey election 2025: What to know about Jack Ciattarelli and the race for governor

Ciattarelli says his top three priorities as governor will be to improve affordability, end state sanctuary policies and stop mandated affordable housing.

6 months ago

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A woman deposits her ballot in an election drop box in Jersey City, N.J.
Politics & Policy

New Jersey election 2025: How to request, fill out and return your mail ballot

Here’s what to know, from vote-by-mail deadlines and secure drop box locations and beyond.

6 months ago

side-by-side photos of Mikie Sherrill and Jack Ciattarelli
Politics & Policy

New Jersey candidates for governor Mikie Sherrill and Jack Ciattarelli face off in 90-minute debate at Rider University

Sherrill attacked Ciattarelli for his allegiance to Donald Trump, while Ciattarelli tied Sherrill to what he called the state’s failed Democratic majority.

6 months ago

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Mikie Sherrill addressing the crowd at a rally
Politics & Policy

New Jersey election 2025: What to know about Mikie Sherrill and the race for governor

She says her three top priorities as governor will be affordability, protecting kids and making state government more accountable.

6 months ago

Listen 6:58
State treasurer Stacy Garrity speaks at the Pennsylvania Republican Party’s fall meeting with an American flag behind her
Politics & Policy

Pa. GOP endorses state Treasurer Stacy Garrity for 2026 governor race

State Sen. Doug Mastriano, the party’s nominee in 2022, blasted the decision as a “coronation” and said it would not impact whether he runs this time.

6 months ago

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