The president continues to face criticism, from his Democratic opponent Joe Biden and other critics, over holding events that could spread COVID-19.
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Defiant Trump defends virus record in 1st post-COVID rally
After the White House sidestepped the question for days, the president’s doctor said Trump had tested negative for the virus and the doctor had concluded that Trump was not contagious.
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Big turnout as early in-person voting starts in Georgia
Thousands of people waiting for hours outside polling places for the chance to cast ballots on Monday.
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Biden makes big push in Ohio, once seen as long shot for him
Joe Biden is attempting to expand the battleground map and keep President Trump on the defensive in a state thought to be out of reach after veering right in the presidential race 4 years ago.
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California GOP says it owns unofficial ballot drop boxes
State election officials say the boxes, reported in three counties over the weekend, aren’t allowed.
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As Election Day nears, Taylor Swift and A-list artists finally rally behind Biden
In the home stretch of the campaign, A-list artists like Cardi B, Billie Eilish, Madonna, Bad Bunny and Taylor Swift have come around to full-throated endorsements of Biden.
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Three candidates vie for at-large seat on Portland school board
The issue of police in schools was a motivating factor for two of the three candidates who are seeking to replace at-large representative Mark Balfantz.
Posted inLocal & State, Local Elections
Portland voters asked to strengthen facial surveillance ban
Question B on the city ballot would add enforcement provisions – including a private right of action for people to sue the city – to an existing prohibition on city employees using facial recognition technology.
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OOB voters asked to spend $23.5 million on wastewater treatment upgrades
The bond on the Nov. 3 ballot is the largest put before Old Orchard Beach voters in recent memory.
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Biddeford voters consider $17.5 million in bonds to fix infrastructure
City officials say $10 million is needed to make required upgrades to an outdated storm and sanitary sewer system.