Republican states swore off a voting tool. Now they're scrambling to recreate it Nine GOP-led states have now pulled out of ERIC, which helps members find election fraud and keep their voter lists up to date. And experts say their new efforts to replicate the group aren't as good. Miles Parks
Senate acts on 'unprecedented' lack of U.S. ambassadors, spurred by Israel-Hamas war The lack of a U.S. ambassador in Israel hobbles the Biden administration's ability to pursue its goals. The U.S. also lacks ambassadors in Egypt and other countries in the region. Bill Chappell
House Republicans look for a way out of Speaker debacle Ohio Republican Jim Jordan plans to continue running for speaker, perhaps until January, leaving House Republicans considering a plan to empower a temporary Speaker. Ximena Bustillo
Biden is embracing Israel. So far, he doesn't have much to show for it politically President Biden has shown strong support for Israel in the wake of a deadly attack by Hamas, even traveling to the region. But it isn't making political waves in a deeply divided America. Domenico Montanaro
Crime emerges as a top issue for Seattle voters and candidates in 2023 Is the change in voters' moods having any discernable impact on this year’s Seattle City Council races? Andy Hurst
Here's what happened during Biden's Israel trip President Biden paid a quick visit to Israel that become more fraught after an explosion at a Gaza hospital killed hundreds of people and sparked protest across the region. Mara Liasson
North Seattle Council candidates are miles apart on police funding, drug law In a series of polite but pointed exchanges on key issues facing Seattle, social equity consultant ChrisTiana ObeySumner and retired Judge Cathy Moore staked out strikingly different positions in a high-speed candidate event this week at KUOW. Libby Denkmann
KUOW's District Dash: A Seattle City Council deep dive for busy people Seattle voters have some big decisions on their hands. Seven City Council districts are up for election on Nov. 7th. And KUOW is here to help you make sense of it all. KUOW Staff
Congressmember Jayapal joins call for ceasefire in Israel and Gaza In a statement posted to social media, the Washington Democrat joined several other representatives to advocate for, at a minimum, a temporary cessation in the fighting to save civilian lives. Katie Campbell
Jordan struggles to get votes for gavel, some Republicans float temporary speaker The House of Representatives remains paralyzed as House Republicans continue to be sharply divided about a path forward to elect the next speaker. Rep. Jordan's nomination goes to a second vote. Deirdre Walsh
