WASHINGTON, Aug 18 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump pledged on Monday to issue an executive order to end the use of mail-in ballots and voting machines ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, a move likely to disproportionately favor his Republican Party.

Democratic socialist candidate Zohran Mamdani kicks off New York City mayoral general election campaign in Brooklyn with appeal to non-Democrats.

Georgia Republicans are pushing to eliminate the state income tax as the 2026 election approaches. At a committee meeting, several Republicans, including gubernatorial candidate Burt Jones, emphasized the need to stay competitive.

Despite additions, the site list for this year is remarkably low compared to previous constitutional amendment elections.

The candidate filing period for the Nov. 4 elections has closed, and there are several contested races taking place in Missouri City.

During the Aug. 14 meeting of the Lorain County Board of Elections, the members voted to certify the candidates and issues for the Nov. 4 general election ballot, according to a news release. The

Election officials are concerned that steps to limit America’s voting systems will only make it easier for foreign hackers such as Russia to interfere in future elections.

Absentee mail-in ballots can be requested at Bel Air’s Town Hall or online at www.belairmd.org/657/Election-2025. Mail-in ballot request forms must be submitted by Oct. 28 at 4:30 p.m. via mail, or 11:59 p.m. if the request was sent by fax or email.