More than a dozen states sue to protect gender-affirming care from federal investigations
A new lawsuit argues that the Trump administration is pursuing a backdoor strategy to restrict gender-affirming care nationally, while skirting state laws.
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In Maine, the next generation of Democrats emerges to succeed Gov. Janet Mills
2026 races to watch: Familiar political leaders and new faces are vying to replace term-limited Mills in the solidly Democratic state.
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Michigan governor’s race could break barriers — and party lines
2026 races to watch: Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Rep. John James are facing off to replace term-limited Gov. Gretchen Whitmer as governor of Michigan.
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Georgia again has a chance to elect the country's first Black woman governor
2026 races to watch: Former Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms is waiting to find out which of two Republican candidates she'll face in November.
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Kamala Harris chooses possibility over predictability
Analysis | After 20 years, Harris’ path forward begins with stepping back — a decision that could write a new playbook for a generation of Black women in politics.
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In California, it's Becerra vs. Hilton for governor
Democrat Xavier Becerra and Republican Steve Hilton emerged from a crowded all-party primary.
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Kamala Harris announces she will not run for California governor
The former vice president announced Wednesday she won’t be jumping into the crowded field of Democrats vying to succeed term-limited Democratic Gov. Gavin Newsom.
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In New York, Hochul’s road to reelection gets clearer
2026 races to watch: Gov. Kathy Hochul, running for a second full term, is no longer facing a primary challenge from her lieutenant governor.
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Deb Haaland looks to make history again — this time as governor of New Mexico
2026 races to watch: Haaland made history in 2018 as one of the first two Native American women elected to the House and again in 2021 as the first Native Cabinet secretary.
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In Arizona, Biggs vies to face Hobbs in governor's race
2026 elections to watch: Once a reliably Republican stronghold, Arizona has emerged as a critical battleground state in the Trump era.