Connecticut, Arizona and Illinois have sent cease and desist to companies like Kalshi and Polymarket.

The federal government is suing Connecticut, Arizona and Illinois, challenging their efforts to regulate prediction market operators such as Kalshi and Polymarket

The federal government is suing Connecticut, Arizona and Illinois, challenging their efforts to regulate prediction market operators such as Kalshi and Polymarket. All three states have sent cease and desist orders to such companies accusing them of engaging in illegal online gambling under state law. Arizona also filed criminal charges last month against Kalshi for allegedly violating state gambling laws and a law that makes betting on elections illegal. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission

Por MORGAN LEE y SUSAN HAIGH SANTA FE, Nuevo México, EE.UU. (AP) — Alarmados ante la posible presencia de agentes federales de inmigración en centros de votación durante las elecciones legislativas de noviembre…

Democratic-led states alarmed by the prospect of federal immigration officers patrolling the polls during this year’s midterm elections are taking steps to counter what they see as a potential tactic to intimidate voters. New Mexico this week became the first state to bar armed agents from polling locations in response to President Donald Trump’s immigration crackdown. Similar steps are being considered in at least a half dozen other Democratic-led states. The moves highlight a deep distrust tow

Members of Congress from several states pushed back in a letter to Marco Rubio.

The State Department has ordered nonprofit public libraries to stop taking passport applications, cutting off a popular local service. In late fall, the agency started sending cease and desist orders, which take effect on Feb. 13. It says these libraries cannot collect and keep passport processing fees under federal rules. Librarians say the service has worked for years and residents still call every day. Members of Congress from several states pushed back in a letter to Secretary of State Marco

Young Democrats across the United States are challenging veteran party figures, aiming to mount tougher opposition to President Donald Trump. Sacramento, California, city council member Mai Vang is challenging 81-year-old Doris Matsui, emphasizing the need for leaders who understand current struggles. In Mississippi, Evan Turnage is taking on civil rights leader Bennie Thompson, arguing for a focus on economic rights. Justin Pearson was an intern for Rep. Steve Cohen and is running against him i

Officials in Connecticut and Arizona are defending their decision to refuse a request from the U.S. Justice Department to turn over detailed voter information. The department's Civil Rights Division announced the lawsuits Tuesday, bringing to 23 the number of states it is suing to obtain the data. It also has filed suit against the District of Columbia. Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes says releasing the information would violate both state and federal law. Connecticut Attorney General W

Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont has launched his bid for a third term, highlighting his achievements but acknowledging more work is needed in health care, housing, and energy. In a campaign video released Friday, Lamont emphasizes progress made since he took office in 2019. He credits his administration with turning around the state's finances, creating jobs, and cutting taxes. Lamont faces a primary challenge from progressive Democratic Rep. Josh Elliott, who criticizes him for being too centrist.

Por SUSAN HAIGH y MARC LEVY HARTFORD, Connecticut, EE.UU. (AP) — Jacqueline Chapman es una asistente escolar jubilada que depende de un cheque mensual de Seguridad Social de 630 dólares para salir adelante. Estaba lidiando con la…

Millions of low-income families may face delays in receiving home heating aid due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. The federally funded heating and cooling assistance program, known as LIHEAP, serves 5.9 million households. Many of these families are also at risk of losing federal food benefits. States like Pennsylvania and Minnesota have warned applicants about potential delays in receiving heating benefits this winter. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services blames the dela

By SUSAN HAIGH and MARC LEVY HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Jacqueline Chapman is a retired school aide who relies on a $630 monthly Social Security check to get by. She was navigating the loss of her federal food aid benefits when she…

Long lines have formed at food pantries across the U.S. as federal food benefits were cut off due to the government shutdown. People are turning to free meals and groceries to replace their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, benefits. The Department of Agriculture planned to withhold payments, but two federal judges ordered the administration to continue them. However, it's unclear when benefits will resume, causing fear and confusion. Food pantries are seeing increased demand,

The twin crises at the heart of the government shutdown fight in Washington are coming to a head. The federal food assistance program is facing delays and uncertainty. Meanwhile, millions of Americans are set to see a dramatic rise in health insurance bills. The Trump administration’s plans to freeze payments to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program have been halted by federal judges. But a delay in payouts will still likely leave millions of people short on their grocery bills. The shut

Two decades after a Republican-controlled Congress gave gun manufacturers immunity from being sued over crimes committed with their firearms, a growing number of Democratic-led states are trying to penetrate that legal shield. Since 2021, 10 states have passed laws intended to make it easier to sue gun companies. The newest such law, in Connecticut, took effect this month. It opens firearms manufacturers and retailers up to lawsuits if they don’t take steps to prevent guns from getting into the

President Donald Trump has reversed $187 million in funding cuts for New York's law enforcement and counterterrorism operations. He announced the decision on Truth Social after bipartisan criticism from New York officials. Trump called it an honor to reverse the cuts. Democratic Gov. Kathy Hochul credited the state's pushback for restoring the funds, which she said would have been devastating to New York City and state if cut. New York Republican U.S. Rep. Nicole Malliotakis expressed gratitude

Bruce Shay, of Pomfret, Connecticut, fears he and his wife could be among those left in the lurch.

States and rural health advocacy groups are sounding the alarm that Congress’ slashing of Medicaid will devastate already financially fragile rural hospitals. One analysis estimates more than 300 hospitals could be at risk of closing under the

Every month, thousands of women evade abortion bans in their home states by turning to telehealth clinics willing to send them pregnancy-ending drugs through the mail. But questions remain about whether the practice is legal. Some states have passed laws shielding doctors and nurses from liability for breaking another state’s laws around abortion. Experts say it isn't clear yet whether those shield laws will hold up in court. A New York doctor could be a test case. She is currently wanted in Lou