The 34-year-old, Ugandan-born democratic socialist defeated former New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, who ran as an Independent, in Tuesday’s election, according to a race call by the Associated Press.
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Democrat Spanberger wins Virginia governor race with message on DOGE, cost of living
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesDemocratic candidate for governor Abigail Spanberger gives remarks during a rally on Saturday in Norfolk, Virginia. Shaban Athuman/VPM News hide caption toggle caption Shaban Athuman/VPM News Democrat Abigail Spanberger will …
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Why the DOJ’s cases against Trump for election interference never came to a jury
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesInjustice authors Carol Leonnig and Aaron Davis say following Jan. 6, the cases against the former president were stymied by the FBI’s desire to preserve its independence from politics.
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Dick Cheney, one of the most powerful vice presidents in American history, dies at 84
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesHide caption Former Vice President Dick Cheney died DATE at the age of XX. He is seen here on Nov. 5, 2000, applauding as retired Gen. Colin Powell speaks at …
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Here are the results on California's Proposition 50, a redistricting ballot initiative
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesVoting concludes Tuesday in California’s special election on a redistricting ballot initiative. Follow the live results.
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Dilbert creator taps Trump to get cancer drug. Others wish they could, too
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesScott Adams, creator of Dilbert, the office humor comic strip, is pictured at work in 2006. Adams has metastatic prostate cancer and he appealed to President Trump to help save …
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Tylenol, which contains acetaminophen, has been at the center of a disputed claim that it is linked to autism. Scott Olson/Getty Images North America hide caption toggle caption Scott Olson/Getty …
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Judge says Trump administration must fund SNAP. And, what to know about NYC’s election
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesGood morning. You’re reading the Up First newsletter. Subscribe here to get it delivered to your inbox, and listen to the Up First podcast for all the news you need to start your day. …
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Trump administration faces Monday deadline on use of contingency funds for SNAP
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesDairy products, which are covered by the USDA Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), is displayed for sale at a grocery store Friday, Oct. 31, 2025, in Nashville, Tenn. George Walker …
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California voters weigh in on redrawing the state’s Congressional map
by Curtis Jonesby Curtis JonesVoters in California are weighing whether to allow Democratic state leaders to redraw the state’s Congressional map to offset Republicans’ redraw in Texas. AYESHA RASCOE, HOST: A big election concludes …