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Democratic-backed Wisconsin state schools chief Jill Underly wins reelection over GOP-backed rival

Democratic-backed Wisconsin state schools chief Jill Underly wins reelection over GOP-backed rival

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Wisconsin voted Tuesday for Jill Underly to remain as the state's top education official during President Donald Trump’s second term, choosing the Democratic-backed incumbent over a Republican-supported critic.
Why AP called the Wisconsin Supreme Court seat for Democrat-backed Crawford

Why AP called the Wisconsin Supreme Court seat for Democrat-backed Crawford

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Associated Press declared that Dane County Judge Susan Crawford won a pivotal seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court based on the large leads she built in the state’s population centers and Democratic strongholds.
Mark Carney suspending campaign to hold meetings on Trump tariffs

Mark Carney suspending campaign to hold meetings on Trump tariffs

OTTAWA — Liberal Leader Mark Carney is pausing his federal election campaign and returning to Ottawa for meetings as prime minister ahead of Wednesday's announcement on U.S. tariffs. U.S.
Who is Susan Crawford? Wisconsin Supreme Court winner has fought for union and abortion rights

Who is Susan Crawford? Wisconsin Supreme Court winner has fought for union and abortion rights

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Susan Crawford , winner of Tuesday’s race to fill a key seat on the Wisconsin Supreme Court, was backed by national Democrats and made opposition to Elon Musk a centerpiece of her campaign.
Democratic-backed Susan Crawford wins Wisconsin Supreme Court seat, cementing liberal majority

Democratic-backed Susan Crawford wins Wisconsin Supreme Court seat, cementing liberal majority

MADISON, Wis. (AP) — The Democratic-backed candidate for Wisconsin Supreme Court defeated a challenger endorsed by President Donald Trump and billionaire Elon Musk on Tuesday, cementing a liberal majority for at least three more years.
PHOTO COLLECTION: Wisconsin holds Supreme Court election

PHOTO COLLECTION: Wisconsin holds Supreme Court election

This is a photo collection curated by AP photo editors. The Associated Press
Naval Academy removes nearly 400 books from library in new DEI purge ordered by Hegseth's office

Naval Academy removes nearly 400 books from library in new DEI purge ordered by Hegseth's office

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. Naval Academy has removed nearly 400 books from its library after being told by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's office to review and get rid of ones that promote diversity, equity and inclusion , U.
Republicans win Florida special elections in Trump strongholds by narrower margins than in 2024

Republicans win Florida special elections in Trump strongholds by narrower margins than in 2024

ORMOND BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Republicans Jimmy Patronis and Randy Fine won special elections Tuesday in two Florida congressional districts, bolstered by President Donald Trump’s endorsement to fill vacant seats in reliably Republican strongholds.
Major international law firm reaches deal with White House, becoming the latest to do so

Major international law firm reaches deal with White House, becoming the latest to do so

WASHINGTON (AP) — Another major international law firm has reached a deal with President Donald Trump to dedicate at least $100 million in free legal services to causes such as supporting veterans and combating antisemitism, the White House announced
Who is Jimmy Patronis? Florida's chief financial officer wins election to replace Matt Gaetz

Who is Jimmy Patronis? Florida's chief financial officer wins election to replace Matt Gaetz

PENSACOLA, Fla.