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Washington’s 2025 general election is officially in the books

Secretary of State Steve Hobbs and Gov. Bob Ferguson certified results of the Nov. 4 election on Tuesday, concluding a campaign cycle that saw nine Democratic state lawmakers keep their seats and Wash

Washington certifies 2025 general election at 39% turnout

The Office of the Secretary of State has officially certified the results of the November 2025 General Election.

Republican Matt Van Epps is sworn in as the newest House member days after winning election

WASHINGTON — Republican Matt Van Epps of Tennessee was sworn Thursday as the newest House member, two days after winning a closely watched special election that helped maintain his party's slim grip on power.

Maryland election board to consider Washington County's election plan

The Washington County commissioners approved the Election Center in Halfway for early voting in 2026. The state election board reviews plan Dec. 11.

The S&P 500 could hit 7,000 this week, while Trump hints at a Fed chair pick and Washington eyes a special election

On Saturday, market veteran Ed Yardeni pointed out in a note that the S&P 500 had crossed back above its 50-day moving average, and backed his view for the broad market index to hit 7,000 by year’s end, surpassing the record high of 6,920.

Washington, D.C., Mayor Muriel Bowser Won’t Run for Re-Election

The Democrat’s decision will likely open up a competitive 2026 race to lead the nation’s capital.
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