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The first midterm primaries of 2026, by the numbers
The first midterm primaries of 2026 featured a contested Texas Senate race headed to a runoff, voting issues in a Democratic primary, and one House incumbent losing reelection.
Where big spending won – and lost – in the Illinois primary
Illinois Democrats chose five new congressional nominees in open-seat primaries after unusually high retirements, with approximately $125 million spent across candidate and outside group campaigns.
Why Texas’ redistricting plan isn’t a sure bet
Texas’ new congressional redistricting map aims to flip five Democratic seats to Republican control, but its success depends on whether 2024 voting patterns hold in the midterms or revert to 2020 trends.
Mamdani proves his power with New York endorsements, plus more takeaways from Tuesday’s primaries
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s endorsements of three progressive candidates in Democratic House primaries all won Tuesday, defeating incumbents and showcasing his rising political influence within the party.
Mandela Barnes drops out of high-stakes Wisconsin governor’s race
Former Wisconsin Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes withdrew from the state’s Democratic primary for governor Thursday, citing a commanding lead by rival Francesca Hong less than two weeks before the election.
Trump announced a deal for Hamas to disarm. And, the U.S. economy slowed a bit
President Trump announced a Hamas disarmament agreement, though a Palestinian official said the group would only surrender weapons if Israel withdraws first. Meanwhile, U.S. economic growth slowed to 1.5% in the second quarter.
George Santos agrees to $35,000 settlement in federal probe over Kalshi trades
Former Congressman George Santos agreed to pay $35,000 to settle a federal investigation into suspicious trades on prediction marketplace Kalshi related to his attendance at President Trump’s State of the Union.
More than 25,000 children lose previous legal protections, as federal contract ends
An estimated 26,000 unaccompanied children are expected to lose independent legal representation as a federal contract expires, following a dispute over confidential information.
Laura Loomer, Lindsey Graham and the deepening Iran crisis: what’s behind Trump’s reset with Zelenskyy?
Relations between Trump and Zelenskyy have warmed markedly since an explosive February 2025 clash, coinciding with U.S. military struggles in its war with Iran and Ukraine’s offer of drone-defense expertise.
Thousands of immigrant children risk losing lawyers after Trump aid cuts
Thousands of unaccompanied immigrant children face losing legal representation after the Trump administration cut funding to legal organizations and accelerated deportation proceedings, advocates warn.
Endangered right whales could wait almost a decade for new US protections
A congressional plan to delay new endangered right whale protections until 2035 advanced with support from fishing industries, while environmentalists warn the extended moratorium could threaten the species’ survival.
‘Our system is in dire straits’: progressive Democrats hold Medicare for All hearing
Progressive Democrats held a hearing on Medicare for All legislation, with supporters including nurses and physicians arguing the current healthcare system requires transformation to address affordability and coverage gaps.
Jury finds Montana Sen. Jason Ellsworth guilty of official misconduct
A Helena jury found former Montana Senate President Jason Ellsworth guilty of misdemeanor criminal official misconduct for awarding $170,000 in no-bid contracts to a company represented by a long-time business associate.
Darline Graham says she will run for a full term in Lindsey Graham’s Senate seat
Darline Graham announced she will seek a full term in South Carolina’s Senate seat, entering a crowded Republican primary following her appointment to replace her late brother Lindsey Graham.
RFK Jr pauses $1bn Medicaid funding to California and Minnesota
The Trump administration has paused over $1 billion in Medicaid funding to California and Minnesota, citing suspected fraud and noncompliance, marking an escalation in federal oversight of state healthcare spending.
US sends food for Cuban residents while still pressuring island’s government
The U.S. sent a cargo plane carrying 700 packages of food and hygiene supplies to Cuba, intended for distribution by Catholic groups while the government maintains sanctions and diplomatic pressure.
Wisconsin Democrats want to allow absentee voters to cast a new primary ballot
Wisconsin Democrats urge the state elections commission to allow absentee voters to cast new ballots after multiple gubernatorial candidates withdrew and re-entered the race ahead of the August 11 primary.
Bystander severely wounded outside White House says Secret Service failed him
An active-duty soldier wounded by a stray bullet during a White House shooting in May announced plans to sue the Secret Service for $25 million, alleging inadequate protection of bystanders.
Mexican man killed after ICE encounter in Florida was on vacation, officials say
A Mexican tourist on a valid visa was struck and killed by a truck in Florida while fleeing from immigration agents, marking the third fatal encounter with ICE in roughly a week.
He was fired by the White House right after being sworn in. Now a top federal prosecutor is suing
A federal prosecutor fired by the Trump administration less than an hour after being sworn in sued Tuesday, challenging the administration’s authority to remove judicially appointed U.S. attorneys.
US immigration agents arrested a record number of people in June, data shows
US immigration agents arrested 43,138 people in June, marking the highest number since Trump took office, with over 590,600 deported since January 2025, according to newly released government data.
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