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Sarah Porter joins The 19th as our new brand designer
Porter will help shape how our visual brand shows up across print and digital media.
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Michigan has been a pipeline for women in power. Will that continue in 2026?
2026 elections to watch: Democrats are betting on rising stars — and viral moments — to hold a swing-state Senate seat in a year when control of the chamber is on the line.
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In Minnesota, an open Senate seat draws high-profile Democrats
2026 elections to watch: The state's lieutenant governor and a member of Congress are both hoping to replace retiring Sen. Tina Smith.
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Maine’s Senate race could help decide control of Congress
2026 elections to watch: Republican Sen. Susan Collins, who has won even as her state has trended increasingly Democratic, has indicated she plans to run again.
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There are rules protecting children in immigration detention. Trump’s tax law seeks to override them.
The spending bill paves the way for longer periods of detention, which advocates say could weaken established safety standards for children.
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In Illinois, an open Senate seat draws a historic field of primary candidates
2026 elections to watch: Illinois' primary election is expected to draw national interest and tens of millions in outside spending.
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Trans people can obtain accurate passports again. Here’s how
The 19th spoke with experts about the window of opportunity — and risk — that exists while the State Department complies with a court order.
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She helped get rid of measles in her county. This is her advice on stopping its spread
Lubbock County in Texas has been free of measles cases for more than 50 days. But Katherine Wells, director of the Lubbock Health Department, is staying vigilant.
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Supreme Court ruling allows Trump to gut Education Dept., sparking fears for vulnerable students
Critics warn mass layoffs will weaken civil rights enforcement, leaving marginalized youth — including students of color, LGBTQ+ students, and those with disabilities — without federal protections.