Utah Political Watch (Page 51)

Gov. Cox picks former lawmaker to represent the public on Utah's open records committee

Cox nominated former Rep. Logan Wilde for one of two seats reserved for members of the public on the Utah State Records Committee.

By Bryan Schott

/ 2 Nov 2024

Gov. Cox picks former lawmaker to represent the public on Utah's open records committee

Can GOP infighting pave a path for Democrat Brian King in the Utah governor's race?

Utah Democrats are pinning their hopes on the internal strife between Spencer Cox and Phil Lyman to split the GOP vote and potentially enable Brian King to secure an unexpected

By Bryan Schott

/ 1 Nov 2024

Can GOP infighting pave a path for Democrat Brian King in the Utah governor's race?

Morning News Fix: Godzilla vs. the Electoral College

Trump calls for Cheney's execution. Utah's Lt. Gov. faces election-related threats. Republicans bet big on anti-transgender rhetoric.

By Bryan Schott

/ 1 Nov 2024

Morning News Fix: Godzilla vs. the Electoral College

Morning News Fix: 5 days to go

Could the election be a blowout? Republicans think so. Election officials brace for violence in swing states. Utah County Attorney is investigating ballot tracking.

By Bryan Schott

/ 31 Oct 2024

Poll shows Spencer Cox leads Utah governor's race, but Phil Lyman is gaining support among voters

Spencer Cox is running nearly 20-points behind his 2020 campaign.

By Bryan Schott

/ 30 Oct 2024

Poll shows Spencer Cox leads Utah governor's race, but Phil Lyman is gaining support among voters

Wednesday News Fix

Republicans furious over Biden "garbage" comment. Trump makes more bogus claims of election fraud. The Utah County Clerk is tracking politicians' ballots.

By Bryan Schott

/ 30 Oct 2024

Supreme Court setback. Phil Lyman's bid to kick Spencer Cox off the ballot rejected over filing error.

During an online meeting with volunteers, Lyman claimed his primary election loss to Cox was not legitimate because of rigged voting machines

By Bryan Schott

/ 29 Oct 2024

Supreme Court setback. Phil Lyman's bid to kick Spencer Cox off the ballot rejected over filing error.

Tuesday News Fix

Kamala Harris makes her "closing argument." Fallout from racist comments at Donald Trump's rally spread like wildfire. Nearly 400,000 Utahns have already voted.

By Bryan Schott

/ 29 Oct 2024

Utah GOP lawmakers insist keeping coal power plants running won't compromise pollution control efforts

Stricter EPA oversight looms as Utah considers taking over coal-fired power plant that's scheduled to be shut down

By Bryan Schott

/ 28 Oct 2024

Utah GOP lawmakers insist keeping coal power plants running won't compromise pollution control efforts

Trump's NYC rally punctuated by racial slurs. Extremists inspired by conspiracy theories pose threats to 2024 election. Cox cabinet members don't disclose conflicts from siblings' business connections.

By Bryan Schott

/ 28 Oct 2024

Sen. Mike Lee's blockade of ethics chief could benefit Donald Trump...and Elon Musk

Lee's obstruction could allow Donald Trump to pick the next head of the Office of Government ethics.

By Bryan Schott

/ 25 Oct 2024

Sen. Mike Lee's blockade of ethics chief could benefit Donald Trump...and Elon Musk

Friday News Fix

Elon Musk has been in regular contact with Vladimir Putin. Outside spending in the presidential race tops $1 billion. 4th Congressional candidates debate transgender rights.

By Bryan Schott

/ 25 Oct 2024