Mike Pence launches 2024 presidential bid with Trump critiques over Jan. 6, abortion
Pence opened his presidential bid with an unusually forceful critique of Trump over Jan. 6, saying, “Anyone who puts themselves over the Constitution should never be president of the United States."
YouTube policy change: False claims about past US presidential elections will be allowed
YouTube says it will stop removing content that falsely claims the 2020 election and other past U.S. presidential elections were marred by widespread fraud, errors or glitches.
Voters 'decline to move Tempe Entertainment District forward,' according to city officials
Tempe voters have apparently voted 'no' on a number of ballot propositions that, together, determined the fate of a development project that includes a new home for the Arizona Coyotes. Here's what you should know about the Tempe Entertainment District, and what's next for the Coyotes.
Trooper stops wrong-way driver, Police warn of 'limpia scam': Here are tonight's top stories
From a dramatic end to a wrong-way driving incident in Phoenix, to the aftermath of Tempe's election over the proposed entertainment district, here are the top stories on FOX10Phoenix.com for May 17, 2023.
Young people would give up their right to vote before the right to post, study finds
A recent survey finds that most young Americans would prioritize social media use over heading to the polls.
AI tools present political peril in 2024 with threat to mislead voters: 'Not prepared for this'
When combined with the powerful algorithms of social media, experts say political misinformation generated using AI has the potential to spread farther and faster than ever before.
Tempe Entertainment District special election: Mail-in ballots must be sent by May 9
The vote is for the new entertainment district, which includes a hockey arena for the Arizona Coyotes. There are three propositions that all need to pass in order for the $2.1 billion project to move forward. Critics say the plan has significant tax breaks that will harm taxpayers. Supporters disagree, saying it will be a huge financial boost to the city. The special election is on May 15.
Twitter's new blue check rules expose election offices to spoof accounts
Election administrators across the US are struggling to figure out how to respond after Elon Musk threw Twitter's verification service into disarray.
Wisconsin Supreme Court race: Janet Protasiewicz defeats Daniel Kelly
Judge Janet Protasiewicz won the Wisconsin Supreme Court race Tuesday, ensuring liberals will take over majority control of the court for the first time in 15 years with the fate of the state’s abortion ban pending.
Members of Congress active on TikTok defend app’s impact to reach voters
Congressional members on TikTok say they use it to connect with voters they wouldn't otherwise reach. But most lawmakers are in favor of limiting the popular social media app or even banning it.
Incumbent Phoenix City Council member behind in runoff race, unofficial results show
Voters in parts of Phoenix took part in a runoff election on Mar. 14, after no one received a majority of the votes cast in the November election for two city council seats. Unofficial results show an incumbent city council member behind in votes. Meanwhile, a candidate who once served as a policy advisor for Kari Lake's 2022 gubernatorial campaign has conceded the election.
No Labels Party qualifies for Arizona's 2024 ballot
No Labels says it is seeking ballot access in many states and will run a bipartisan “unity ticket" for president “if the two parties select unreasonably divisive presidential nominees."
'No Labels' party qualifies to be on 2024 Arizona ballot
Secretary of State Adrian Fontes says the "No Labels" party exceeded the number of signatures needed to qualify for federal, statewide, and legislative races. According to its website, the "No Labels" party is dedicated to moving away from anger and divisiveness in politics and instead wants politicians to work together.
Arizona AG Mayes sues to stop Cochise County election switch
“While counties may appropriately enter into cooperative agreements with their recorders to manage elections, Cochise County’s agreement steps far over the legal line," Mayes said in a news release announcing the lawsuit.
Wisconsin Supreme Court candidates debate before April
The candidates' campaigns announced Monday that they would meet in a televised debate sponsored by the State Bar of Wisconsin, WISC-TV and WisPolitics.com on March 21st.
Joe Biden’s reelection bid faces opposition from some Democrats
Many Democratic voters worry about President Joe Biden’s age, while others are upset with his handling of the withdrawal from Afghanistan. And some in the Democratic party have never been enthusiastic about him.
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore says he is not running for president in 2024
Maryland's new governor Wes Moore was sworn in on Jan. 18 in Annapolis, and he's planning on staying put.
Nikki Haley faces 'high-wire act' in 2024 presidential bid against Trump
Nikki Haley once vowed not to step in the way if Trump ran for the GOP presidential nomination in 2024. But on Wednesday, she’ll become the first major Republican candidate to enter the race against him.
Billionaire Koch network to oppose Trump in 2024
The Koch network joins a list of prominent Republican donors distancing themselves from former President Donald Trump.
Most Democrats don’t want Biden to seek a second term in 2024, poll finds
Many poll respondents suggest President Joe Biden’s age is a liability, with some focusing on his coughing, gaffes, and the possibility that the world's most stressful job would be better for someone younger.