New Marist Poll Shows Democrats Leading Ohio's Senate, Governor's Races

Democrat Helena Foulkes, Republican Aaron Guckian and independent Ken Block sparred over topics important to voters, from housing and healthcare to Flock cameras and pension reform.

Vivek Ramaswamy's campaign for Ohio governor is pouring $4 million into a bombshell ad in which his opponent's estranged mother attacks her daughter — doubling down on the message despite fierce bipartisan backlash, Axios has learned. Why it matters: Ramaswamy is gambling that the deeply personal attack by Amy Acton's mother — who Acton has said sided with her stepfather after he sexually assaulted Acton when she was 12 — will resonate with...

Early voting is underway in Broward County ahead of the Nov. 3 midterm election. Why it matters: Fort Lauderdale voters will elect a new city commissioner, weigh in on local ballot measures and vote on the proposed constitutional amendment to significantly reduce property taxes. Zoom out: They'll also choose Florida's next governor, agriculture commissioner, chief financial officer, attorney general and U.S. senator. Voters will decide the fate...

San Diego voters have a lot to weigh in on before the Nov. 3 election. Why it matters: The ballot spans California's next governor and 14 statewide propositions to a countywide sales tax and several competitive local races. Here's your cheat sheet. 🏛️ The local races County Board of Supervisors District 5: San Marcos Mayor Rebecca Jones, a Republican, faces Democratic small business owner Kyle Krahel. The winner will replace termed-out...