Archive for November 6, 2024

Republican presidential nominee former president Donald Trump points to supporters with former first lady Melania Trump during an election night event at the Palm Beach Convention Center on Nov. 6, 2024, in West Palm Beach, Florida.?w=200&h=150

By Daniel Payne

Donald Trump wins reelection, vowing ‘strong, safe, and prosperous America’

Trump secured a wide electoral and popular vote victory over Harris, with multiple news networks calling the race for the... Read more

null?w=200&h=150

By Julieta Villar

Church in Argentina hails ‘exemplary ruling’ against surrogacy

The court rejected the request of a “married” male couple who had contracted with a woman for a child and... Read more

Marijuana leaves.?w=200&h=150

By Madalaine Elhabbal

Voters defeat marijuana and psychedelic drug legalization measures in 4 states

Catholic bishops across the U.S. have urged Catholic voters throughout the election cycle to cast their votes against marijuana legalization... Read more

A pro-life sign is seen on a roadside in Agnew, Nebraska, on May 14, 2024.?w=200&h=150

By Jonah McKeown

3 states reject pro-abortion ballot measures while 7 other states expand abortion

The rejection of pro-abortion measures in three states on Tuesday represent the first victories at the ballot box for pro-life... Read more

Pope Francis shakes hands with pilgrims gathered in St. Peter’s Square for his Wednesday general audience on Nov. 6, 2024, at the Vatican.?w=200&h=150

By Kristina Millare

Pope Francis at general audience urges people to pray for Spain flood victims

“I wished to greet the Virgen de los Desamparados,” the pope told the crowds of pilgrims at the Vatican after... Read more

null?w=200&h=150

By Madalaine Elhabbal

UPDATE: Assisted suicide ban holds lead in West Virginia

The amendment, titled Protection Against Medically Assisted Suicide, would bar persons, physicians, and health care providers from participating in the... Read more

Giorgia Meloni, prime minister of Italy; Viktor Orbán, prime minister of Hungary; and French President Emmanuel Macron were among European leaders who offered congratulations to President-elect Donald Trump on his victory Nov. 6, 2024.?w=200&h=150

By AC Wimmer,Hannah Brockhaus

European leaders pledge cooperation with Trump after historic comeback victory

European leaders expressed readiness to work with Donald Trump following his historic reelection, emphasizing transatlantic cooperation and shared values. Read more

null?w=200&h=150

By Kate Quiñones

UPDATE: 3 states vote against school choice, projections indicate

These votes against school choice bucked the ongoing trend in the U.S. in favor of school choice. Read more

null?w=200&h=150

By Jonah McKeown

Paid sick leave proposal passes in Nebraska

“Paid Sick Leave for Nebraskans,” Initiative 436, passed overwhelmingly, with roughly 75% voting in favor. Read more

Pennsylvania Republican U.S. Senate candidate Dave McCormick and his wife, Nina Powell, thank supporters after declaring victory in a closely contested race with incumbent Democratic Sen. Bob Casey on Nov. 6, 2024, in Pittsburgh.?w=200&h=150

By Tyler Arnold

Republicans secure control of U.S. Senate

As of Wednesday morning, Republicans had secured victories in three Senate seats previously held by Democrats. Read more

Pro-life protestors hold signs outside the Missouri Supreme Court on Sept. 10, 2024, advocating against Amendment 3.?w=200&h=150

By Jonah McKeown

Missouri abortion amendment passes, threatening to overturn pro-life protections

Missourians voted to overturn the state’s near-ban on abortion and enshrine a provision guaranteeing “reproductive freedom” in the state constitution. Read more

null?w=200&h=150

By Kate Quiñones

3 states remove definition of marriage from state constitutions

The removal of the long-standing language on marriage is largely symbolic since the U.S. Supreme Court already legalized same-sex marriage... Read more

Archbishop Timothy Broglio, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, speaks at the USCCB fall plenary assembly Nov. 14, 2023.?w=200&h=150

By Daniel Payne

Bishops urge ‘charity, respect, and civility’ after historic 2024 election

In a statement posted to the USCCB’s website, conference president Archbishop Timothy Broglio congratulated Trump on his victory. Read more