State Politics & News
Coverage of state politics, elections, and conservative policy battles across all 50 states shaping America’s future.
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Federal Judge Strikes Down Louisiana Law Mandating Ten Commandments in Classrooms as ‘Unconstitutional’
DAILY CALLER NEWS FOUNDATION—A federal judge on Tuesday temporarily halted a Louisiana mandate requiring public schools in the state to display the Ten Commandments in every classroom by Jan. 1, deeming the law “unconstitutional on its face.” U.S. District Court Judge John W. deGravelles in Baton Rouge ruled that the statute had a clear religious…Mariane Angela -
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Texas Democrat Resigns After Criticizing Left’s Trans Policies
THE CENTER SQUARE—After Republicans won races statewide, especially in South Texas, the chair of the Texas Democratic Party, Gilberto Hinojosa, said he plans to resign next year after serving 12 years in the role. Hinojosa and Texas Democrats have criticized Republican policies, including border security measures implemented by Gov. Greg Abbott. After Nov. 5, Hispanic…Bethany Blankley -
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New York Mayor Optimistic About Trump’s Immigration Policy
THE CENTER SQUARE—New York City Mayor Eric Adams is expressing optimism that President-elect Donald Trump’s incoming administration will help fix the nation’s broken immigration system and criticizing fellow Democrats for overlooking the issue of immigration ahead of last Tuesday’s election. Speaking to reporters at a Tuesday briefing, Adams said he is optimistic about the incoming…Chris Wade -
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Virginia Professors Infantilize Students and Selves Over Trump Win
If you think university students are learning to be adults in the real world, think again. Professors at Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia, decided to baby their students—and themselves—in the wake of Donald Trump’s second presidential victory by canceling in-person classes due to the stress the presidential election may have wrought. That’s right, Virginia. Your…Elise McCue -
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Government Delivered Inflation—but No Real Aid—in North Carolina
North Carolina can’t catch a break under the Biden-Harris administration. The federal government’s appalling response to Hurricane Helene almost surely cost lives, adding insult to the injury of the inflation that has been crushing Tar Heel State residents for 3 1/2 years. In fact, prices there have risen even faster than the national average. The 40-year-high…EJ Antoni -
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3 Reasons Texas Border Counties Went Red
In 1892, Starr County, Texas, voted to reelect Republican President Benjamin Harrison. The president lost, and Starr County turned blue for over 130 years, until the 2024 presidential election. On Tuesday, Donald Trump earned 9,443 votes in the county, which is 97% Hispanic or Latino, and Kamala Harris received 6,845 votes, according to the Texas…Virginia Allen -
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Soft-on-Crime Policies and Politicians Get Smoked by Voters in Blue California
My beautiful home state of California has become synonymous with dysfunction, homelessness, drug use, and criminality. But during Tuesday’s election, Golden State voters said they’ve had enough of rampant crime. By an overwhelming margin, voters passed Proposition 36, a measure that will increase penalties for property crime, illicit drug use, and retail theft. By the…Jarrett Stepman -
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How a Conservative Group’s Door-to-Door Push Added 80,000+ Voters in Key Swing States
Four years ago, President-to-be Joe Biden narrowly won the swing states of Arizona and Georgia by about 11,000 votes each. This time around, Heritage Action for America was determined to ensure residents of both states were registered to vote in the 2024 presidential election. This year, the conservative grassroots organization kicked its voter registration efforts…Christina Lewis -
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Female Athletes Who Challenged Connecticut Trans Policy Score Win for Women’s Sports
A federal court upheld four female high school track athletes’ challenge to a Connecticut policy allowing male participation in female sports. U.S. District Court Judge Robert N. Chatigny, an appointee of President Bill Clinton, ruled in favor of allowing the athletes’ case against the Connecticut Association of Schools to proceed, rejecting the request of state…Elizabeth Troutman Mitchell -
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Florida Woman to Become White House Chief of Staff in Second Trump Admin
President-elect Donald Trump tapped Susie Wiles, his reelection campaign co-chair, as White House chief of staff Thursday as his transition team prepares to launch the second Trump administration. Wiles will be the first woman in history to hold that role. “Susie Wiles just helped me achieve one of the greatest political victories in American history,…Tyler O’Neil -
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Casey Won’t Concede After Senate Seat in Pennsylvania Is Called for McCormick
DAILY CALLER NEWS FOUNDATION—Republican challenger Dave McCormick has defeated incumbent Democratic Sen. Bob Casey in Pennsylvania’s pivotal Senate race, according to The Associated Press. The AP called the race Thursday afternoon, projecting that McCormick will narrowly win with 49% of the vote, compared with Casey’s 48.5% share. As of Thursday, 99% of the votes had been counted,…Nick Pope -
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North Carolina Supplies Republicans Plus-6 in US House
THE CENTER SQUARE—Republicans got a plus-6 boost from North Carolina on Tuesday in a bid to remain the majority party of the U.S. House of Representatives. Previously an even split among 14 seats, the Grand Old Party couldn’t pull the upset in the 1st Congressional District but rolled to victories as expected in 10 other…Elyse Apel -
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How Kamala Harris Gave the Catholic Vote to Trump in Michigan
Donald Trump turned Michigan red in the 2024 presidential election, defeating Kamala Harris there and paving his way back to the White House. One of the most hotly contested swing states, Michigan was considered to be a determining factor in the outcome of the election. Rep. Bill Huizenga, R-Mich., said Michiganders asked themselves Ronald Reagan’s…Elizabeth Troutman Mitchell -
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Here’s How Colorado Voted on New Firearms Tax
DAILY CALLER NEWS FOUNDATION—Colorado voters passed a tax on firearms and ammunition sales in the state aimed at reducing gun violence, The Associated Press projects. Proposition KK applies a 6.5% tax on all sales of firearms, ammunition, and certain firearms parts, according to the Colorado Legislature. The tax revenue will be used to help “crime victim support services, mental…Wallace White -
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Florida, South Dakota, and Nebraska Voters Reject Abortion Amendments: Results From 10 Ballot Initiatives on Life
Voters in 10 states decided Tuesday either to protect life or to enshrine abortion up to birth in their constitutions, with pro-life advocates prevailing in Florida, Nebraska, and South Dakota. Five largely pro-abortion states—Colorado, Maryland, Montana, Nevada, and New York—and five largely pro-life states—Arizona, Florida, Missouri, Nebraska, and South Dakota—voted in the weeks leading up…Elizabeth Troutman Mitchell -
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Republican on Way to Defeating Incumbent Democrat in Race for Alaska House Seat
Republican challenger Nick Begich was leading incumbent Democrat Mary Peltola in the race for Alaska’s sole seat in the U.S. House of Representatives by a margin of 50.1% to 44.8% in unofficial results. About 59% of the vote had been counted at 3:30 a.m. ET Wednesday. The Alaska race attracted over $40 million in contributions,…Christina Lewis -
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Scenes From Trump’s Florida Election Night Party
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.—A room full of MAGA hat-wearing Americans cheered loudly at 1:47 a.m. Wednesday when Fox News announced that former President Donald Trump had enough electoral votes to win back the White House. The news came shortly after pollsters called multiple swing states for the former president, including North Carolina, Georgia, and Pennsylvania….Virginia Allen -
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Why Trump Carried Pennsylvania on Path Back to Presidency
Donald Trump’s hard-fought win in Pennsylvania was key to his apparent victory Tuesday over Kamala Harris in the presidential race. Trump defeated Harris in Pennsylvania, 51% to 48.1%, with about 95% of the vote counted, The Associated Press reported. Fox News first called Pennsylvania for Trump at 1:22 a.m. Wednesday. Decision Desk HQ called it…Fred Lucas -
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How Trump Won Swing State of North Carolina
Donald Trump secured North Carolina’s 16 electoral votes Tuesday night in what looks like a successful bid to reclaim the presidency he lost in 2020. Trump, the Republican nominee, and Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic nominee, held multiple rallies in the swing state before Election Day. Trump was leading Harris by 51% to 47.8%,…Virginia Allen -
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Why Trump Won Georgia
Former President Donald Trump won the Peach State on Tuesday night, Decision Desk projected, clinching Georgia’s 16 electoral votes after Joe Biden won the state by a hair in 2020. Trump, the Republican nominee, prevailed after benefiting from high turnout in rural areas, running on issues that resonate with voters, and courting racial minorities more…Tyler O’Neil