Missouri Politics Archives

QUESTION OF THE DAY: Do political ads influence your vote?

August 1, 2024 2:36 AM ABC 17 News Team

Political advertising is everywhere you look right now.

Missouri Republicans hope to continue control of governor’s office

July 31, 2024 6:25 PM Lucas Geisler

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) On July 27 at 7:25 p.m., former President Donald Trump gave his endorsement in the race for Missouri’s governor. But instead of bestowing it to one candidate in the nine-person race, Trump offered support to one-third of the field. “All have had excellent careers, and have been with me from the beginning,”

Missouri governor candidate interview: Mike Kehoe

July 31, 2024 7:27 PM Lucas Geisler

ABC 17 News is interviewing candidates in the major races on the August primary ballot.

Missouri governor candidate interview: Bill Eigel

July 31, 2024 7:27 PM Lucas Geisler

ABC 17 News is interviewing candidates in the major races on the August primary ballot.

Missouri governor candidate interview: Jay Ashcroft

July 31, 2024 7:26 PM Lucas Geisler

ABC 17 News is interviewing candidates in the major races on the August primary ballot.

University of Missouri dismantles diversity division amid political pressure

July 30, 2024 11:47 AM Morgan Buresh, Matthew Sanders, Nia Hinson

The University of Missouri will no longer have a vice chancellor specializing in diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives after pressure from Republican lawmakers.

Missouri Democrats hoping to take Governor’s Mansion back in November

July 30, 2024 6:35 PM Lucas Geisler

Five Missouri Democrats are seeking the party’s nomination for governor in the November general election.

Missouri governor candidate interview: Crystal Quade

July 30, 2024 6:28 PM Lucas Geisler

ABC 17 News is interviewing candidates for Missouri governor ahead of the primary election Tuesday.

Missouri governor candidate interview: Mike Hamra

July 30, 2024 6:26 PM Lucas Geisler

ABC 17 News is interviewing candidates for Missouri governor ahead of the August primary.

Open Third Congressional District seat draws nine candidates

July 24, 2024 5:11 PM Meghan Drakas

Nine candidates have filed for Missouri’s open Third Congressional District seat after Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer decided not to run again after serving in the position since 2009.

Luetkemeyer reflects on time in office

July 24, 2024 6:52 PM Meghan Drakas

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) U.S. Rep. Blaine Luetkemeyer (R-MO) is retiring at the end of his term. ABC 17 News spoke with several candidates who are on the ballot in the Aug. 6 primary for the Third District seat. ABC 17 News anchor Meghan Drakas sat down with Luetkemeyer, who reflected on his time in office.

Third Congressional District candidate interview: Bethany Mann

July 24, 2024 6:10 PM Meghan Drakas

ABC 17 News is interviewing candidates in the August primary ahead of the election.

Missouri Third Congressional District candidate: Dr. Bob Onder

July 24, 2024 5:44 PM Meghan Drakas

ABC 17 News is interviewing candidates in the August primary ahead of the election.

Republican Missouri attorney general candidate interview: Will Scharf

July 23, 2024 3:23 PM Morgan Buresh

ABC 17 News is interviewing candidates in the August primary ahead of the election. Below is an interview with Will Scharf, one of two Republicans seeking election to the Attorney General’s office.

Missouri attorney general candidate interview: Andrew Bailey

July 23, 2024 3:44 PM Morgan Buresh

ABC 17 News is interviewing candidates in the August primary ahead of the election. Below is an interview with Andrew Bailey, one of two Republicans seeking election to the attorney general’s office.

Missouri Democratic lawmakers react to Biden ending reelection campaign

July 21, 2024 7:17 PM Olivia Hayes

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Following President Joe Biden ending his bid for reelection, many Missouri democratic lawmakers are saying it was the right choice. “I think it’s a good decision. I think that’s what America wants. I think that’s what America needed,” said Missouri State Representative David Tyson Smith. “You know, I trust President Biden and

Bush, Basinger square off in Democratic primary for Missouri’s 50th district

July 19, 2024 8:27 PM Mitchell Kaminski

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) A new candidate will represent Missouri’s 50th District in the state house next year. Gregg Bush and Jeff Basinger will face off in the Democratic primary on Aug. 6 for the chance to run against Republican Joshua Blakeman, who is running unopposed in the Republican primary. The seat is open after Rep.

TRUTH ALERT: Missouri police group calls pro-Scharf attack ad ‘disturbing’

July 19, 2024 5:29 PM Lucas Geisler

A Missouri police group is criticizing a political ad that centers around Attorney General Andrew Bailey and a Hermann police officer killed in 2023.

Parson endorses Kehoe in Missouri gubernatorial race

July 18, 2024 6:58 PM Ryan Shiner

COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ) Gov. Mike Parson officially endorsed Lt. Gov. Mike Kehoe in the Missouri governor race on Thursday. In a press release sent by Kehoe’s campaign, Parson said “To keep Missouri moving forward, we need a conservative leader who can get things done as our next governor. That’s why I am proud to endorse

Missouri lawmakers say they feel safe at this week’s Republican National Convention

July 17, 2024 12:41 PM Morgan Buresh

Sen. Eric Schmitt (R-Missouri) gave a speech Tuesday at the Republican National Convention about how the Republican Party will “Make America Safe Again” if Former President Donald Trump gets elected this fall.