Recent Elections & Politics Posts
Congressional Budget Struggles
Brief #118 – Elections & Politics Policy Brief
by William Bourque
The Congressional budget process is long and complex, throwing even the wonkiest of policy nerds for a loop. With a recently passed continuing resolution, Congress will have until March 1st for some agencies and March 8th for others – with the ever-present threat of shutdown looming.
Can the Law Stop Trump from Becoming President?
Brief #117 – Elections & Politics Policy Brief
by Abigail Hunt
If there were a Guinness world record for most felony indictments by a U.S. President, Donald Trump would be the winner by a good margin. Trump faces 91 state or federal felony charges in four separate jurisdictions in New York, Georgia, Washington D.C., and Florida.
Governor Abbott and “Illegal Immigrants”
Brief #116 – Elections & Politics Policy Brief
by Abigail Hunt
In the weeks leading up to Christmas, deep in the heart of Texas, Governor Greg Abbott signed a law into effect giving state law enforcement a broader right to arrest individuals crossing into Texas illegally (set to go into effect in March 2024.)
A Wave of Congressional Departures on the Eve of a Highly Contested Election
Brief #115 – Elections & Politics Policy Brief
by William Bourque
In the turmoil of the past year, a historic number of Members of Congress have decided to leave their posts at the end of their terms. Many are seeking election to other offices, but the majority are simply retiring from the body.
Why Was Santos Expelled and What Happens Now?
Brief #114 – Elections & Politics Policy Brief
by Arvind Salem
On December 1st, George Santos became the 6th member of Congress to ever be expelled. Amid growing scrutiny ever since he entered Congress, few would have thought his offenses would reach a level warranting expulsion… However, as investigations were conducted in Santos’s past, it became abundantly clear that he met this standard.
Mark Meadows
Brief #115 – Elections & Politics Policy Brief
by Abigail Hunt
Mark Meadows looks hungover in his mugshot… indicted in October 2023 on charges for attempting to overturn the 2020 election results in Georgia, Meadows has good reason to drink.
Trump’s Support Among Black Voters
Brief #114 – Elections & Politics Policy Brief
by Abigail Hunt
Recent poll results published in the New York Times claim Trump’s support among Black voters has increased to more than 20 percent.
An Early Look at the 2024 North Carolina Governor’s Race
Brief #113 – Elections & Politics Policy Brief
by Ian Milden
North Carolina has had competitive statewide races in recent years. While Republicans have won more consistently in federal races, Democrats have managed to win some of the statewide offices, such as the Governor’s office, on a consistent basis.
Redistricting and Gerrymandering Effects
Brief #112 – Elections & Politics Policy Brief
by Inijah Quadri
The impact is profound: elections become less competitive, voter disillusionment rises, and elected officials face less accountability.