Republicans are facing challenges in increasing female representation in Congress, significantly lagging behind Democrats in candidate recruitment and nominations, according to political experts. Concurrently, a federal judge has refused to extend Florida's voter registration deadline ahead of the November elections, citing concerns about overloading election supervisors amid Hurricane Milton's impending landfall and the ongoing recovery from Hurricane Helene. This hurricane season is raising concerns about voter turnout in hard-hit areas, compounded by threats such as misinformation and potential terrorism. In related news, Georgia's six-week abortion ban has been reinstated following a Supreme Court ruling, despite a recent lower court's decision declaring the law unconstitutional. The legal landscape surrounding abortion access remains contentious as local prosecutors navigate the implications of this ruling. These developments underscore the intersection of natural disasters and political challenges as the election season unfolds.