Mark Hamill revealed he nearly moved to England or Ireland after Donald Trump won the presidency, and he copes with reality by imagining current events as a thrilling political novel.

WASHINGTON, Aug 18 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump pledged on Monday to issue an executive order to end the use of mail-in ballots and voting machines ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, a move likely to disproportionately favor his Republican Party.

Energy suppliers are having trouble keeping up with the rapid increase in demand, and consumers in some states are seeing higher monthly bills.

DENVER (AP) — The conservative network Newsmax will pay $67 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of defaming a voting equipment company by spreading lies about President Donald Trump’s 2020 election loss, according to documents filed Monday.

Affected voters who don’t update their registration by the next election will have to cast a provisional ballot, which can be thrown out if identifying information is not eventually provided.

ATLANTA — As the 2026 election looms, Georgia Republicans seeking higher office met Tuesday to begin exploring plans to eliminate the state’s personal income tax.

Detroit City Council President Mary Sheffield, who is running for mayor in the November election, officially secured Mayor Mike Duggan's endorsement.