A law on the books since 1939 requires a division between political and official activities for all federal employees except the president and vice president, but that doesn’t seem to apply in the Trump administration.
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An Election Day role for National Guard? Maybe, but limited.
Unlike regular active-duty military, the Guard answers to its state’s governor, not to the president.
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Wisconsin Republican Party says hackers stole $2.3 million
The GOP’s account was being used to help re-elect President Trump in the key battleground state.
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Supreme Court issues flurry of last-minute election orders
Acting in lawsuits involving absentee ballot deadlines in 3 battleground states, the justices allow extensions for ballots in North Carolina and Pennsylvania to remain in place.
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Guns, signs and political attire: What’s allowed and what’s not when voting in Maine?
State and federal laws regulate what’s allowed inside and outside polling places in Maine. From firearms to clothing with political messages, here’s what you can expect if you want to vote in person on Election Day.
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In final debate, Collins and Gideon spar over Supreme Court, health care, abortion
Only the two front-runners in Maine’s closely watched Senate race were invited to participate in WMTW’s debate.
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Maskless Maine Republican candidate faces firestorm after Trump rally
Michelle Kaplan said she’s a firm believer in science and masks.
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Casting ballots: Where to vote in central Maine
For those planning to vote in person this year, area municipalities are taking precautions to ensure safety amid the highest coronavirus case counts in Maine since the pandemic began.
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Man arrested at Trump rally in Maine featuring South Dakota’s governor
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem’s security detail engaged a man who had 2 weapons, but a spokesperson said the Republican governor ‘was not in harm’s way’ at any point.
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Media election planners prepare for a night of unknowns
Election nights always have surprises, but the worry this year is being driven by the large number of people voting early or by mail, in part driven by the coronavirus.