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GOP Trans Satanist Candidate Loses Bid in New Hampshire
Cheshire County Sheriff Eli Rivera easily a fifth term on Tuesday against an unconventional GOP challenger - self-described "transsexual anarchist Satanist" Aria DiMezzo.
Trump Sues in Pennsylvania, Michigan; Asks for Wis. Recount
The Trump campaign said it filed lawsuits in Pennsylvania and Michigan, laying the groundwork for contesting the outcome in undecided battleground states that could determine whether President Donald Trump gets another four years in the White House.
Nevada Voters Overturn Ban on Same-Sex Marriage
A Nevada state constitutional amendment banning same-sex marriage was removed by voters yesterday.
Historic LGBTQ Candidate Victories on Election Night, More Projected
One-hundred-and-sixty LGBTQ candidates have won so far with more undecided.
Transgender Youth Sue Arizona to Correct Birth Certificates
A lawsuit has been filed challenging Arizona's requirement that transgender people undergo surgery before the Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) will correct the sex listed on their birth certificate.
Presidency Hinges on Tight Races in Battleground States
The fate of the United States presidency hung in the balance Wednesday as President Donald Trump and Democratic challenger Joe Biden battled for three familiar battleground states — Wisconsin, Michigan and Pennsylvania.
Mauree Turner First Non-Binary State Lawmaker in U.S. History
Mauree Turner won their race for a seat in the Oklahoma state house, becoming the first openly non-binary state lawmaker to be elected to state office in the U.S. Turner won the seat for Oklahoma's District 88.
Two Tennessee LGBTQ Candidates, Torrey Harris and Eddie Mannis, Win
Two out LGBTQ candidates - one Democratic and one Republican - have won their races for the Tennessee state house, making them the first in the state's legislature.
Stephanie Byers Makes History as First Out Trans Person of Color Elected to State Legislature
Stephanie Byers made history twice over Nov. 3, becoming the first openly trans person elected to the Kansas state legislature and the first openly trans person of color to be elected to any U.S. state legislature.
Sarah McBride Becomes First Trans State Senator in US History
Sarah McBride has won her election for the Delaware state Senate, becoming the first out transgender person ever elected to a state senate seat anywhere in the United States.
Taylor Small Becomes First Trans State Legislator in Vermont
Candidate Taylor Small won her election for the Vermont state House, becoming the first out transgender person ever elected to the Vermont state legislature.
Sir Elton John Sent Donna Summer Album, Kiss to Vladimir Putin
Sir Elton John attempted to send a very pro-gay message to anti-LGBTQ Russian leader, Vladimir Putin, by way of BBC political journalist Andrew Marr: A Donna Summer album and a kiss.
World Waits Nervously, Impatiently for US Vote Count
From Ford Model T cars that popped off the assembly line in just 90 minutes to 60-second service for burgers, the United States has had a major hand in making the world a frenetic and impatient place, primed and hungry for instant gratification.
Dems Head Toward House Control, but Lose Incumbents to GOP
Democrats drove Wednesday toward extending their control of the House for two more years but with a potentially shrunken majority as they lost at least six incumbents and failed to oust any Republican lawmakers in initial returns.
Trump Seeks to Stop 'All Voting,' but Only Counting Remains
"We'll be going to the U.S. Supreme Court — we want all voting to stop," Trump said early Wednesday. But the voting is over. It's only counting that is taking place across the nation.
News Organizations Rebuke Trump on Election Results Claim
In a stunning scene in the middle of the night, news organizations rebuked President Donald Trump after he falsely said on live television that he had won reelection even as votes were still being counted.
Democrats Losing Paths to Senate Control as GOP Hangs On
Hopes fading for Senate control, Democrats had a disappointing election night as Republicans swatted down an onslaught of challengers and fought to retain their fragile majority.
Northern Battlegrounds Could Hold Key to Trump-Biden Outcome
Donald Trump and Joe Biden focused early Wednesday on the three Northern industrial states — Wisconsin, Michigan and Pennsylvania — that could prove crucial in determining who wins the White House.
Watch: Charmaine McGuffey Cinches Win as Sheriff in Ohio; First Woman, LGBTQ Person to Hold Office
Charmaine McGuffey was fired by Jim Neil, the Sheriff of Hamilton County, Ohio, in 2016 for being a lesbian. Four years later, McGuffey defeated Neil in the primary and then cruised to victory as the new County Sheriff.
Presidential Race Too Early to Call
The Associated Press is not calling the presidential race yet because neither candidate has secured the 270 electoral college votes needed to claim victory.