Voters in Rishi Sunak's North Yorkshire constituency are expressing their dissatisfaction with the Conservative party, with many calling for a change in representation. In previous elections, Conservative campaign materials were abundant in the area, but this time around they are noticeably absent. Instead, Labour and Liberal Democrat posters can be seen in Richmond, indicating a shift in local support. Residents in Richmond and Northallerton are voicing their concerns about the current government and are eager for a change. Many feel that the Conservatives need to be "booted out" and are looking for alternative options. While Sunak is still expected to win in the upcoming election, constituents believe that the race could be closer than anticipated. The lack of Conservative posters in the area is a clear sign of the changing political landscape in North Yorkshire. Voters are looking for new leadership and are ready to make their voices heard at the polls.

The Washington DC board of elections has been targeted with harassing messages for allowing non-citizens to vote in local elections. While the city only permits non-citizens to participate in local elections, Republicans have seized on this issue to sow doubt in the election results. One caller left a message for the board of elections on 1 May, expressing outrage at the city's decision to allow non-US citizens to vote in local elections. The caller, who did not identify themselves, angrily questioned the board's authority to let "illegals" vote in the nation's capital. The caller went as far as to label the board members as traitors to their own country. The controversy surrounding non-citizens voting in local elections has become a focal point for Republicans looking to undermine the integrity of the electoral process in Washington DC. Despite the city's clear distinction between local and federal elections, the issue has sparked heated debate and criticism. The board of elections, led by executive director Monica Evans, has been on the receiving end of these harassing messages, highlighting the intense emotions and political divisions surrounding the issue of non-citizens voting in local elections.

Turkey's defense minister has expressed strong opposition to the planned local elections by Syrian Kurdish groups in northern Syria, labeling them as "unacceptable" and a potential threat to Turkey's national security. The minister emphasized that these elections, supported by the United States, are not in line with Turkey's interests and could have negative implications for the region.