Latest Briefs
What changed, who did it, what you can do about it.
$75B IPO, $85M in Donations
SpaceX went public on June 12 in the largest IPO in history. Elon Musk has spent $85 million on the 2026 midterms, his PAC has shifted to Republicans, and index rule changes will force retirement funds to buy shares within days.
June 12, 2026CA Police Probe Backlog
California's statewide police shooting investigation unit has closed 41 cases in five years and has never recommended charges. Eight investigations have already exceeded the three-year window required to file key criminal charges.
June 12, 2026Corpus Christi Water Crisis
Corpus Christi's city council has twice delayed a decision on a near-$1 billion water treatment plant, even as mandatory water restrictions are projected to begin in early 2027.
June 12, 2026Georgia Redistricting Session
Gov. Kemp called a June 17 special session to redraw Georgia's maps. No draft maps are public. Here is what is at stake and how to show up.
June 12, 2026Understand the System
The money, the rules, and the structures that determine who has power. Evidence-backed series and explainers on the issues shaping the 2026 election.
Series Multi-part series with data and charts
Explainers Deep dives with data and action items
Vote. And Bring Someone With You.
48 million people stayed home last midterm. State races are decided by who shows up. Your right to vote is not guaranteed. Check your registration, research your ballot, and bring three people.