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By DARRELL EHRLICK | Editor-in-Chief

"If the state party is dissatisfied with Republican voters’ election ballot choices it is free to use a less republican form of representation by conducting its own private elections under its own rules or making appointments under its own rules.” – Judge Michael McMahon, in a ruling about GOP bylaws.

NorthWestern customers report ‘significant increase’ in bills; PSC reviewing complaints

by Keila Szpaller

Customers of NorthWestern Energy are reporting significant increases in their power bills in August 2026. The Montana Public Service Commission is reviewing complaints. (Photo by Dave Cummings/New Hampshire Bulletin)

Montana Republican Party bylaws contradict state law, judge says

by Micah Drew

Several sections of the Montana Republican Party’s bylaws contradict state law, a district court judge ruled on Wednesday, but both sides of the lawsuit claimed victory in the case. Lewis and Clark District Court Judge Michael McMahon struck down six sections of the 2026 bylaws that impose illegal requirements on Republican candidates and regulate the […]

Canadian tariffs to further raise prices, a top concern for voters

by Ashley Murray

WASHINGTON — A developing trade war with Canada could bite Republicans ahead of the upcoming midterm elections as voters worry about rising prices and industries in states with competitive races could suffer. Maine’s lobster industry dodged what officials had warned could be economic havoc Thursday morning when Canada reversed its decision to tax lobster imports at […]

COMMENTARY

Gov. Sam Ford built a big tent. Current Republicans are building a small table. | Doug James

Postal Service pushes ahead on Trump order limiting vote-by-mail

District judge won’t force Nebraska Democrats to replace Senate candidate

Judge denies Minnesota’s extradition request for ICE agent Christian Castro

GOOD READS

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‘Honeymoon’s Over:’ Warsh Under Pressure as Fed Weighs Raising Rates | The New York Times

A New Telescope Under Construction Accidentally How a Dying Star Returns Matter to Space | Smithsonian Magazine

Secret Oval Office Iran War Warning that Trump Ignored Is Leaked | Daily Beast

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