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• Aber Kawas becomes first Palestinian American elected to New York State Legislature

  Securing a decisive victory in State Senate District 12, the long-time Brooklyn organizer joins an elite group of Palestinian Americans serving in state-level office nationwide. Backed by prominent progressive leaders and the Democratic Socialists of America, her platform centers on expanding public transit, healthcare access, and shielding local immigrants from federal enforcement. Her rise marks an expanding political presence for pro-Palestine community organizers within state governance.

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• Tens of millions cast ballots for midterms despite worries of Trump's interference

  Polling places across the country functioned smoothly as officials resolved localized equipment malfunctions, long lines, and severe weather that forced emergency venue relocations. Heavy federal monitoring from the Justice Department drew scrutiny but did not lead to widespread disruptions. These in-person votes complement an unprecedented surge in early participation, setting the stage for close scrutiny during the upcoming certification process.

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• California accepts $1.42B in federal broadband funding, but challenges the Trump administration's demand that it stop enforcing state net neutrality rules (Jon Brodkin/Ars Technica)

  State officials have moved forward with expanding internet infrastructure while actively resisting federal interference in local regulatory policies. The conflict sets up a critical confrontation over whether national funding can be conditioned on abandoning local consumer protections. By pushing back against the administration's mandate, the state seeks to safeguard its independent oversight over digital service providers.

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