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Judy Banks
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Judy Banks is a senior national election reporter for Times Media Service, based in the Houston bureau. Banks covers elections and politics across the United States, following campaigns, candidates, election developments, political disputes and national policy debates. Banks holds a master's degree in journalism and grew up in New Brunswick, New Jersey.
Stories by Judy Banks
9 stories
April 2026
1 story: 1 news story
Tue
News: Lifestyle
West Virginia Party Switching Shifts Political Landscape
Since January 2024, over 68,000 West Virginia voters have switched party affiliations, with a significant number joining the Republican Party before the May primary.
January 2026
1 story: 1 news story
Sat
News: Political News
JD Vance Dominates TPUSA Poll for 2028 GOP Nominee in Phoenix
December 2025
1 story: 1 news story
Wed
News: Political News
NC Voter Registration: Republicans Gain, Unaffiliated Surge
November 2025
4 stories: 4 news stories
Sun
News: Political News
Marjorie Taylor Greene Apologizes for Toxic Politics After Trump Feud
Sun
News: Government
DOJ Sues California Over Newsom’s Redistricting Map
Fri
News: Political News
Trump Withdraws Greene Support: Georgia Political Breakup
Mon
News: Political News
Trump Endorses Cuomo for NYC Mayor, Threatens Funding Over Mamdani
Donald Trump made headlines by endorsing Andrew Cuomo for New York City mayor and threatening to cut federal funding if Zohran Mamdani, labeled a "Communist," wins.
October 2025
2 stories: 2 news stories
Thu
Mon
News: Political News
Winsome Earle-Sears Racist Taunt at JMU Game Sparks Outcry