What could Louisiana v. Callais mean for representation and voting rights? Gabriel R. Sanchez, Keon L. Gilbert, and Rashawn Ray assess how recent Supreme Court decisions may influence redistricting, voter participation, and election administration, and what it means for communities across the U.S.

"When the Kremlin raises the prospect of nuclear use in implausible circumstances, at the end of the day, it does not follow through." Read Steven Pifer's analysis on what Putin's recent threats reveal.

Tara Watson proposes a temporary direct care worker visa to address the looming workforce challenge and improve the quality of care available to older Americans needing support.

Mail-in ballot delays, redistricting battles, and court challenges are all shaping the road to the midterms. In the first episode of Please Discuss..., E.J. Dionne, Elaine Kamarck, Elena Patel, and Scott Anderson debate the issues voters and election officials face ahead of Election Day.

What can the Olympic Peninsula teach policymakers about rural prosperity? On a special episode of Reimagine Rural, Anthony Pipa talks with Derek Kilmer and Benji Backer about infrastructure, workforce support, access to capital, and the role of federal policy in shaping rural opportunity.

What could Brazil’s Oct 4 election mean for governance, public security, technology policy, and the country’s role on the global stage? Brookings experts break down the key issues shaping the vote and the potential implications for Brazil and the international community.

A new USPS policy reducing some rural post offices from two daily pickups to one could lead to an estimated 43,000-55,000 additional mail ballot rejections nationwide. Elena Patel examines the potential impact and offers recommendations for voters, USPS, and election officials.

High turnout in three German state elections may reflect more than dissatisfaction with current politics. Constanze Stelzenmüller and Mathilda Silbiger argue the results could signal growing polarization and fragmentation in Germany’s political culture.

"AI agents don't need superintelligence to cause irreversible harms." From cybersecurity and financial stability to jobs, governance, and global cooperation, Brookings experts weigh in on one of today's biggest policy debates: Is AI an existential threat, and what should governments do about it?

Can policymakers slow the development of advanced AI without compromising U.S. competitiveness? Elham Tabassi and Kyle Chan join Thomas Wright on The Current to discuss AI safety, regulation, and the implications of the U.S.-China technology race.

What can we learn from the closest 2026 primary elections? Elaine Kamarck and Jordan Muchnik highlight an in-depth analysis of candidates from 33 congressional districts and 10 Senate races.

What do we lose without local news? On Sept 23, join America's Rural Future in Morgantown, West Virginia (or online) to hear from journalists, local leaders, and policy experts on the national consequences of local news decline and local information ecosystems.

A proposed “Golden Dome” missile defense system could cost as much as $1.2 trillion over 20 years while facing significant technical hurdles. Michael O’Hanlon argues for a more limited homeland missile defense approach and a broader public debate over costs, risks, and strategic goals.

Democrats will be defending governorships in five states that President Trump won in 2024—Arizona, Kansas, Wisconsin, Michigan, and Pennsylvania.

Ryan Hass explains why the U.S. and China both have an interest in sustaining an "uneasy calm" and what it could mean for Xi Jinping's upcoming visit.