Congress

Federal Lawsuit Seeks to Halt UFC Event on White House South Lawn Amid 250th Anniversary Celebrations

Two Virginia residents argue the June 14 mixed martial arts event is a commercial spectacle, not a national celebration, and exceeds executive authority.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, June 7, 2026 · 4 min read
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Maine Democrats Pick Senate Nominee Tuesday as California Primary Results Continue to Be Counted

Graham Platner faces questions about past controversies while competing against incumbent Republican Susan Collins; California's top-two system leaves several key races undecided.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, June 7, 2026 · 4 min read
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Kosovo Holds Early Parliamentary Election, Kurti's Party Leads with 43% of Vote

The outcome marks Kosovo's third election in less than 18 months as political deadlock over the presidency continues to grip the Balkan nation.

By James Callahan · Sunday, June 7, 2026 · 4 min read
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Bodnar, Osborn Make the Case for Independent Senate Candidates in Solid Red States

Two candidates running without major party affiliation argue they represent a growing bloc of voters frustrated with partisan gridlock.

By Eleanor Cross · Sunday, June 7, 2026 · 4 min read
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House Republican Criticizes Hegseth ‘Inappropriate’ D-Day Remarks

Rep. Michael McCaul, son of a D-Day veteran himself, said the Defense Secretary’s immigration comments during Normandy ceremony were out of place.

By Diane Park · Sunday, June 7, 2026 · 3 min read
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Georgia Sets Special Session as Redistricting Battle Shifts From Congress to Statehouses

The June 17 session marks the first state redistricting attempt since a Supreme Court ruling weakened minority voting protections, with Mississippi and New York potentially following.

By James Callahan · Sunday, June 7, 2026 · 4 min read
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Who Will Face Karen Bass? LA Voters Still Waiting to Find Out

The incumbent mayor advanced from the primary but faces an uncertain runoff against either a Republican reality TV star or a Democratic socialist councilwoman.

By Eleanor Cross · Saturday, June 6, 2026 · 4 min read
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Platner Supporter Khanna Calls Senate Hopeful's Past Relationships 'Toxic,' Says He Deserves Redemption

The California Democrat backs the Maine Senate candidate despite allegations from ex-girlfriends about violent episodes and rape fantasies, while Collins calls latest accusations 'troubling.'

By Eleanor Cross · Saturday, June 6, 2026 · 4 min read
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GOP Candidate Wins California House Primary, Citing Momentum Shift in Deep Blue State

Republican Jenny Rae Le Roux advances to face incumbent Democrat Dave Min in CA-47, arguing voters are frustrated with 60 years of Democratic control.

By Diane Park · Saturday, June 6, 2026 · 3 min read
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Texas GOP Congressman Pete Sessions' Chief of Staff Faces Firearm Charges After Capitol Security Screening Incident

Luis Vega was charged with carrying a pistol without a license and unlawful conduct on Capitol grounds, months after allegedly attempting to bring a firearm into a House office building.

By James Callahan · Saturday, June 6, 2026 · 4 min read