Politics
International and national politics: decisions, elections and disputes, compiled from the reporting of different outlets.
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Georgia Runoffs: Collins Wins Senate Nod; Trump's Governor Pick Loses
In Georgia's Republican runoffs, Rep. Mike Collins will face Sen. Jon Ossoff, while Trump's gubernatorial pick lost. Results may shape Senate control.
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Partisan Battle Over America’s 250th Birthday: Two Rival Organizations, One Celebration
A look at the conflict between the bipartisan America 250 commission and President Trump’s Freedom 250 organization as July 4 approaches, with implications for national unity and federal resources.
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FBI Foils Alleged Plot to Attack White House UFC Event with Drones and Guns
FBI says it disrupted a plan to attack the UFC event at the White House on June 14 using explosive drones and shooters. Five arrested, including 19-year-old Tycen Proper. Plot aimed to 'jumpstart a revolution.'
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Indiana Gets Trump Flexibility on Federal Education Spending
Indiana becomes third state to receive Trump administration waiver consolidating $50M in federal education funds, reducing compliance costs by $20M.
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US 2026 Primary Elections: Key Results and What They Mean for Midterms
Live results from Texas, Maine, California, and other states shape the 2026 midterm landscape. Incumbents fall and Trump-backed candidates advance.
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DC Groups Sue Trump Over National Garden of American Heroes
Preservation groups sue Trump administration over planned National Garden of American Heroes in West Potomac Park, citing lack of congressional approval and violations of federal law.
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European Parliament Approves US Trade Deal Tariff Cuts
The European Parliament voted to lower EU tariffs on US goods, averting a new trade conflict as part of a deal struck last year with President Trump. The vote passed 440-151.
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Alabama Senate runoff: Trump-backed Moore faces Navy SEAL Hudson
Alabama's GOP Senate runoff pits Trump-endorsed Rep. Barry Moore against ex-Navy SEAL Jared Hudson, testing the president's endorsement power and anti-establishment sentiment.
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Newsom says he and wife are under federal investigation, blames Trump
California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced that the Justice Department is investigating him and his wife, accusing President Trump of political retaliation. Multiple sources confirm ongoing probes but dispute political motivation.
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Trump family profits from White House UFC fight merchandise: report
A White House UFC event raised conflicts of interest as Trump family sold branded medallions, owned UFC stock, and sponsored fighter bonuses via their crypto venture.
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Palestinian Authority Calls First Elections in 20 Years for 2026-2027
President Mahmoud Abbas has decreed legislative elections in November 2026 and presidential polls in early 2027. The last elections were in 2006; critics question feasibility amid Gaza devastation and east Jerusalem obstacles.
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