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Abortion is on the ballot in Missouri again. Here's what to know about Amendment 3 Just two years after Missouri voters approved an amendment enshrining the right to abortion care in the state constitution, abortion is on the ballot again.
How election officials are working to mitigate growing distrust ahead of midterms Election officials from coast to coast are facing a slew of challenges ahead of the high-stakes midterms.
How Trump’s ‘little detour’ to Iran became a roadblock in the midterm elections When President Donald Trump launched his war on Iran, he said it would last a matter of weeks
Judge extends court-ordered block on Trump’s renovation plans for public golf course A federal judge has agreed to extend an order blocking the Trump administration’s renovation plans for a century-old public golf course in the nation’s capital
Trump and Rubio plan to visit oil tanker carrying Venezuelan crude in Texas President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio plan to showcase a newly arrived oil tanker filled with Venezuelan crude in Texas on Tuesday
WATCH: Record early voting in key states as Trump, Obama appeal to voters on campaign trail President Trump is campaigning in traditionally red states as voters worry about rising prices.
Jay-Z announced as Super Bowl LXI halftime show performer Jay-Z is taking the Super Bowl LXI halftime stage. Super Bowl LXI will take place on Sunday, Feb. 14, 2027, at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
Appeals court declines to step in on Trump administration's California voting case Appeals court rejects DOJ request for immediate order demanding California segregate 20,000 mail-in ballots from those Trump administration says are likely non-citizens.
DOJ seeking to charge Comey with conspiring to disclose national defense information The case relates to disclosures published in the New York Times in 2016.
WATCH: Cruise liner collides with two docked cargo ships Police in Germany say stormy weather caused the ship to drift toward the dock. No one was hurt.
WATCH: Paris Hilton on navigating life after adult ADHD diagnosis ABC News' Dr. Darien Sutton breaks down what you need to know about the disorder, and Paris Hilton shares more on her personal story.
Trump offers $1M reward for voter fraud tips that result in conviction It is not clear where the money for this reward would come from.
Inmate serving life sentence escapes prison Jacob Morley, a convicted murderer, escaped from a Tennessee prison on Sunday, according to the Tennessee Department of Correction.
Judge rules Trump DOJ 'unlawfully' fired Maurene Comey A judge ruled against President Donald Trump and the DOJ over the firing of Maurene Comey from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York. 
Iran live updates: Houthis claim new missile attack on Riyadh airport President Donald Trump announced "major combat operations" against Iran on Feb. 28.
Amid 2028 speculation, Wes Moore urges Marylanders to back him on redistricting Maryland’s Democratic governor is fighting a tough campaign in his state — and it’s not his re-election effort.
NAACP decries viral videos of group wearing KKK robes in El Paso, Texas The videos were posted to social media over the weekend. “It hurts,” said the El Paso branch president of the NAACP.
Judge further extends block on Trump administration’s removing trees at D.C. golf course The judge noted that the president’s social media posts contradicted multiple government officials’ sworn testimony.
Jay-Z to headline Super Bowl halftime show Jay-Z has helped select artists for the last several Super Bowl halftime shows.
Melania-brokered ceasefire goes into effect in Russian-occupied town ‘on brink of disaster’ The agreement would “temporarily stop all military action in Oleshky to allow for humanitarian aid to enter and to prepare a civilian evacuation,” the White House said.
DOJ asks Washington state to set aside 400 ballots from voters it says may be noncitizens The move is the Trump administration’s latest attempt to involve itself in ballot counting and certification that’s handled by state officials.
Authorities launch manhunt for convicted killer who escaped from Tennessee prison Jacob Allen Morley, 28, is alleged to have stolen a Ford F-350 flatbed truck after breaking out, state prison authorities said.
Final sprint to midterms President Trump and former President Obama appeared on the campaign trail during the final sprint to the midterms. NBC News’ Monica Alba reports.
Manhunt underway for convicted murderer who escaped from Tennessee prison Authorities are searching for Jacob Allen Morley, who escaped from a Tennessee prison while serving a life sentence for murder, and have released surveillance images of the escape. NBC News’ Aaron Gilchrist reports.
Trump offers $1 million reward for voter fraud tips that lead to convictions It’s unclear where the money would come from for Trump’s latest effort to crack down on purported voter fraud ahead of the midterm elections.
James Comey faces two new federal charges Former FBI Director James Comey has been charged by federal prosecutors with transmission of national defense information and conspiracy to transmit national defense information. NBC News’ Ryan Reilly explains the charges.
James Comey charged for a third time by the Trump administration The former FBI director, a longtime target of President Donald Trump, hasn’t been indicted in the latest case.
The benefits — and perils — of expanding the map: From the Politics Desk Welcome to From the Politics Desk, a daily newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from the White House, Capitol Hill and the campaign trail.
Data center group jumps into the Kansas governor’s race to boost Republicans Building the Future is an offshoot of the pro-AI super PAC Leading the Future, arguably the leading super PAC promoting industry interests in the midterm elections.
Valkyries could clinch WNBA title before clock strikes noon at home because of an NBA game The league, facing a logistics nightmare for Game 6 between the Golden State Valkyries and the Atlanta Dream, has opted for a 12:30 p.m. ET/9:30 a.m. PT tipoff.
Can Black voting power and Trump fatigue break Mississippi's red wall? Mississippi has the largest proportional Black population in the country. It's one reason the U.S. Senate race has seen millions in last-minute spending and high-profile campaign visits.
Polymarket has investigated 'dozens' of election-related cases The prediction market has hired a former FBI official to make sure political insiders don't use the platform for profit from confidential election information. 
Democrats still poised to make gains, but poll shows warning signs for just how many Democrats hold significant advantages going into Election Day, according to a new NPR/PBS News/Marist poll. But lagging enthusiasm among key groups is just one indicator that gains may not come easy.
Morning news brief A new NPR poll reveals Democrats' advantage going into Election Day, congressional Democrats are forming a task force to protect the election, Netanyahu vies for reelection as polls open in Israel.
Harry Kane becomes first Englishman in 25 years to win Ballon d'Or Kane was followed in the voting by Kylian Mbappé. Spain star Alexia Putellas won her third women's Ballon d'Or. Outside, fans packed the streets and climbed light poles near the London Palladium.
Jay-Z picks himself to headline the Super Bowl halftime show in Southern California The NFL, Apple Music and Roc Nation announced Monday night that Jay-Z will be the featured performer for the halftime festivities on Feb. 14 at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California.
Brewers rout the Rays 10-1 to move within a win of their first World Series title The Milwaukee Brewers are one victory from their first World Series title after routing the Tampa Bay Rays 10-1 on Monday night thanks to a trio of young players who have shined in October.
Local ceasefire brokered by Melania Trump starts in southern Ukraine A localized ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia took effect early Tuesday ahead of a humanitarian mission brokered by U.S. first lady Melania Trump, as missile attacks resumed in Kyiv.
Trump campaigns in Mississippi, highlighting Republicans' challenges President Trump campaigned Monday in Mississippi, as he continued a closing midterm rally blitz that has highlighted Republicans' challenges ahead of an election that could drastically shift power in Washington.
A quick guide to Israel's high-stakes elections Israel is holding its first elections since the Hamas-led attacks of 2023 triggered a chain of conflicts across the region — a quick guide the key players, issues and when to expect a result.
Trump administration attempting to prosecute former FBI Director James Comey again The Trump administration is attempting to prosecute James Comey for what it calls a decade-old leak of classified information. Comey's lawyers immediately dismissed the effort as invalid and outside the time limit.
When an invasive fish is also tasty, Maryland schoolkids can help 'eat the problem' The Chesapeake Bay, home to blue crabs and striped bass, has a new apex predator: the blue catfish. It's invasive and voracious. It's also delicious, which officials hope might help save the bay.
Trump administration pushes for food assistance card upgrade to fight fraud The proposed rule is a major step forward in addressing a form of fraud that has robbed SNAP recipients of millions.
Judge says DOJ illegally fired the daughter of former FBI director Comey Maurene Comey served as a federal prosecutor in Manhattan for around a decade. A judicial ruling finding her dismissal unlawful adds to concerns of politically motivated firings at the DOJ.
AI giant Anthropic files for an IPO that could break records The AI company, which makes the popular Claude chatbot, has filed for an initial public offering that could be one of the biggest ever.