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RandySF's JournalDC groups launch election protection coalition
Washington (DC News Now) — Local organizations, including Free DC, have launched the Election Protection Coalition in Washington, D.C., to safeguard voters ahead of the city’s upcoming primary election. The coalition aims to protect and assist voters at the ballot box amid concerns about potential intimidation.
The formation of the coalition comes as Washington prepares for a significant primary election, featuring the city’s first mayoral race in over a decade and the inaugural use of ranked-choice voting. These factors coincide with a federal “summer surge” that has included the presence of federal agents and the National Guard in the district for nearly a year.
The upcoming primary election holds particular weight for the District of Columbia as it marks the first time in more than 10 years that voters will elect a new mayor. Additionally, the district is introducing ranked-choice voting, which some anticipate may add an extra layer of complexity for voters, according to DC News Now reporter Mariel Carbone.
Carbone noted that the ongoing federal presence, including extra federal agents and the National Guard, has been visible on the streets for almost a year. This sustained presence has made some residents anxious about leaving their homes to perform normal activities, including going to the polls.
https://www.dcnewsnow.com/news/capitol-review/dc-groups-launch-election-protection-coalition/
Postal workers lash out against new USPS rule that helps Trump's attack on mail-in voting
The American Postal Workers Union (APWU) says it is “deeply alarmed” about the United States Postal Service’s (USPS) new rule created to carry out President Donald Trump’s plans for restricting mail-in voting.
Calling it an “unconstitutional attack on the millions of Americans who vote by mail,” the APWU said in a press statement that it “rejects the premise” that the USPS needed to comply with Trump’s order.
“The Executive Order also ignores the fundamental purpose of the Postal Service and postal workers, which is to provide universal service to all,” reads the statement. “The Postal Service serves all Americans – regardless of party, religion, or race; it is not a tool for politicians to pick which Americans get which benefits.”
Trump’s March 31 order calls for the creation of federally managed lists of citizens the administration deems eligible to vote. It also calls for the USPS to only send absentee ballots to voters on lists that states have submitted for federal approval. Election experts say that these measures are unlawful given that states, and Congress to a degree, have the sole constitutional authority to administer elections.
https://www.democracydocket.com/news-alerts/postal-workers-lash-out-against-new-usps-rule-that-helps-trumps-attack-on-mail-in-voting/
Erika Johnson McMahon Wins Competitive School Committee Seat in Scituate Town Election
SCITUATE - June 6, 2026 - Erika Johnson McMahon secured a decisive victory for the contested position two seat on the Scituate School Committee, defeating opponent Coleman Garvey Smith in the town’s only competitive municipal race. McMahon captured 353 votes to Smith’s 163, anchoring a quiet annual election that drew a total of 542 voters. The final, unofficial tally shifts focus to a school district managing complex administrative transitions, redistricting, and major facilities projects.
The position two School Committee race served as the focal point of Scituate’s annual town election, drawing out distinct visions for the future of the district’s public schools. McMahon, a parent, former educator, and leadership advisory consultant, campaigned heavily on a platform of navigating administrative transitions, bolstering community trust, and managing the rollout of the town’s new elementary school. She emphasized the need for clearer plain-language communication to keep busy families connected to district choices.
Her opponent, Coleman Garvey Smith, a recent graduate of Boston College Law School, ran as a progressive candidate. Smith highlighted data privacy, restorative justice frameworks to resolve student bullying, and proposed creative ways to notify families about district business, such as physical informational packets distributed directly to students. Despite his legal framework and policy ideas, McMahon’s roots as a parent within the school system and her background in educational governance resonated strongly with the electorate, leading to a 190-vote margin of victory.
Aside from the contested position two race, the remainder of Scituate’s ballot featured entirely uncontested runs for major municipal boards. Maura Cashman Curran secured another term as Town Moderator with 461 votes. Current Select Board Chair Andrew W. Goodrich and Vice Chair Susan J. Harrison cleanly retained their respective three-year seats, pulling in 437 and 435 votes. Steven Michael Guard will return to the Board of Assessors after receiving 430 votes, while Janice A. Lindblom uncontestedly retained position one on the School Committee with 432 votes.
https://www.southshore.news/p/erika-johnson-mcmahon-wins-competitive
CA-17: Ritesh Tandon (R) advances to the general election for U.S. House in California's 17th Congressional District
WASHINGTON (AP) — Republican Ritesh Tandon advances to the general election for U.S. House in California's 17th Congressional District.
https://www.ottumwacourier.com/news/national_news/republican-ritesh-tandon-advances-to-the-general-election-for-u-s-house-in-californias-17th/article_584f85be-c206-5c34-af84-007e2d27d8c7.html
CA-45: Republican Chuong Vo advances to the general election for U.S. House in California's 45th Congressional District
WASHINGTON (AP) — Republican Chuong Vo advances to the general election for U.S. House in California's 45th Congressional District.
https://southeast.newschannelnebraska.com/story/297422183/republican-chuong-vo-advances-to-the-general-election-for-us-house-in-californias-45th-congressional-district
Gustine to call November 2026 municipal election, seek consolidation with county
GUSTINE — The Gustine City Council on Tuesday will consider a resolution to formally call the city’s November 2026 municipal election and request that Merced County consolidate it with the statewide general election. The item appears on the June 2 consent calendar.
The terms for two council members and the mayor expire in December 2026, requiring the city to schedule an election under state law. Gustine has long partnered with the Merced County Elections Office to administer its municipal contests, a practice city staff say improves efficiency, reduces costs and supports voter participation.
The resolution, prepared by City Manager Melanie Correa and Deputy City Clerk Desirae Porras, outlines several administrative steps needed to prepare for the election. It would authorize the county to conduct the election and canvass the results, certify the city’s current district boundary map, establish the city’s tie‑breaking method and require candidates to pay for their own candidate statements.
The measure also directs the city to file a Notice of Election and submit an incumbent list with terms of office to the Merced County Registrar of Voters. Gustine would reimburse the county for its share of election costs, estimated at $5,000 or less from the 2026–27 budget.
https://www.westsideconnect.com/news/government/gustine-to-call-november-2026-municipal-election-seek-consolidation-with-county/
IN-SOS: Beau Bayh defeats Blythe Potter for Democratic secretary of state nomination
Indiana Democrats chose Beau Bayh as their secretary of state nominee Saturday, sending the first-time candidate — with one of the state’s most recognizable political names — into a race that party leaders see as their best opportunity for a statewide seat in more than a decade.
Bayh defeated challenger Blythe Potter at the Indiana Democratic Convention after delegates gathered at the Indiana Convention Center to choose the party’s nominee for the November election.
Bayh earned 61% of delegate votes — 1,385 votes to Potter’s 883, according to convention results. Party officials said 2,269 delegates cast ballots Saturday afternoon, with one blank ballot submitted.
“Hoosiers are ready for something different, something better. They’re tired of insider dealing, they’re tired of the corruption. That’s why I’m going to open an independent audit to root that out on day one,” Bayh told reporters after winning the nomination.
https://indianacapitalchronicle.com/2026/06/06/beau-bayh-defeats-blythe-potter-for-democratic-secretary-of-state-nomination/
Liberty's Pauline Astier surges late while Breanna Stewart stars during second-half comeback win over Fever
A New York Liberty cornerstone fueled a second-half turnaround on Saturday night against the Indiana Fever. And one of the team’s newcomers helped complete a 83-75, come-from-behind victory.
Star forward Breanna Stewart piled up 30 points, 8 rebounds and 4 steals, serving as the catalyst for the comeback, which stemmed from a heightened defensive effort after the Fever led by as many as 12 points in the third quarter. Rookie guard Pauline Astier piloted the offense down the stretch, smattering savvy playmaking and scoring to aid the Liberty in their sprint to the finish line at Barclays Center.
New York (7-4) improved to 2-0 in the WNBA Commissioner’s Cup standings, whereas Indiana (5-5) dropped to 1-1 in the early-season competition.
Astier ended up with 12 points on 4-of-6 shooting. Stewart made 18 free throws, and the Liberty, collectively went 33 of 40 at the free-throw line. Caitlin Clark scored 10 points, her second fewest in a game this season, and shot a meager 4 of 14, including 2 of 6 from 3-point land. She also chipped in nine assists and seven rebounds. The Fever were paced by Kelsey Mitchell’s 21 points, except she wasn’t efficient either. Mitchell made only seven of her 21 field-goal attempts.
https://uk.sports.yahoo.com/news/libertys-pauline-astier-surges-late-while-breanna-stewart-stars-during-second-half-comeback-win-over-fever-023533334.html
As American elections become more tense, officials are turning to local police
Davis' experience reflects a trend experts have noticed across the country: Since the 2020 election, local law enforcement has increasingly been playing a bigger role in helping local officials secure elections.
"The number of threats that election officials face, that jurisdictions face, that election workers face all mean that law enforcement does have a heightened role to play and a longer-term role to play," said Katie Reisner with the nonpartisan States United Democracy Center. "It's not a matter of just tapping in for Election Day and tapping back out."
According to a survey of local election officials conducted earlier this year by the Brennan Center for Justice, 32% of local election officials reported experiencing "threats, harassment, or abuse because of their job."
Threats and harassment increased notably for election officials after President Trump's unfounded claims that the 2020 election was rife with fraud. The last few years have also seen historic rates of turnover among voting officials.
https://www.lakeshorepublicmedia.org/npr-news/2026-06-06/as-american-elections-become-more-tense-officials-are-turning-to-local-police
Hilton or Steyer? Pratt or Raman? Here's when to expect more results in races for California governor, LA mayor
Outcomes in California's two tightest and most closely watched primaries for governor and Los Angeles mayor remained unresolved Friday evening, leaving voters hoping that weekend ballot drops would finally determine November election matchups in those key races.
The waiting game continued after California's chaotic primary to succeed term-limited Gov. Gavin Newsom took a big step forward Friday, with CBS News projecting that former U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra, a Democrat, had advanced to the general election.
County election offices across the state released their latest results late Friday afternoon, launching Becerra to victory and shifting the focus to who would challenge the former California attorney general to become the state's next chief executive.
Under California's top-two primary system, the two candidates with the most votes will advance to November's general election, regardless of party affiliation.
https://www.cbsnews.com/losangeles/news/california-governor-la-mayor-results-hilton-steyer-pratt-raman/
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