Americans are gearing up for yet another contentious presidential election. And while nearly 155 million people across the United States voted in the 2020 presidential election, all eyes will be on ...

It’s a defining feature of our constitutional republic, not to mention a confusing and highly controversial one. Here’s what you need to know, in simple terms. A lot has changed in the United States ...

The vote for president is a popularity contest, with a big twist. When Americans cast their votes for president, they aren’t voting directly for former President Donald Trump or Vice President Kamala ...

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. As a result of his election victory over Vice President Kamala Harris, ...

At state capitols across the U.S. Tuesday, the presidential electors will be gathering to cast their electoral votes, formalizing President-elect Donald Trump's victory over Vice President Kamala ...

New York City's mayoral election has become the race to watch because of its surprisingly competitive nature but also the electoral system that's helped it become so competitive: ranked choice voting.

It seems clear, in retrospect, that the Russiagate allegations were hardly more substantial than Trump’s subsequent ...

See more of our trusted coverage when you search. Prefer Newsweek on Google to see more of our trusted coverage when you search. The Electoral College is a frequent target of criticism—with more ...