Political News For 2026-06-23
Politics moves fast, and finding reliable coverage without constant outrage can be difficult. A Skeptic News brings together a wide range of daily political reporting, analysis, and commentary from across the spectrum — curated with a focus on balance, substance, and moderation. Whether you're center-left, center-right, or simply tired of partisan noise, you'll find informed perspectives worth reading every day. Today's edition includes 85 articles from 22 sites. We chose these from 1470 articles found on 40 sites.
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Buttigieg concedes ‘serious overhaul’ needed for agencies targeted by Trump: ‘Be open’
Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said this week that there are deep flaws within government programs, saying his time in the Biden administration “radicalized” him to recognize the need for extensive reforms in the federal bureaucracy. Buttigieg’s profile has risen as a likely 2028 Dem...
Washington Examiner
Jun 22, 2026 - washingtonexaminer.com
Congress returns as scrutiny grows over Trump's Iran ceasefire agreement
With Congress returning to Washington, President Trump's ceasefire agreement with Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz faces new scrutiny.
NPR Topics: Politics
Jun 22, 2026 - npr.org
Nassau County (N.Y.) Buffer Zone Outside Houses of Worship Struck Down
Nassau County's Religious Safety Act "makes it unlawful for any person to," "from one hour before to one hour after… The post Nassau County (N.Y.) Buffer Zone Outside Houses of Worship Struck Down appeared first on Reason.com.
Reason.com
Jun 22, 2026 - reason.com
Barney Frank offers Democrats an important warning before the midterms
Barney Frank and Rahm Emanuel have warned Democrats to avoid becoming victims of cultural issues and to focus on the cost of living, jobs and public safety in order to win elections.
The Hill News
Jun 22, 2026 - thehill.com
Supreme Court allows a ruling that ends a tool to protect minority voters in 7 states
The Supreme Court has left in place a ruling that strikes down a key tool for enforcing Voting Rights Act protections for voters with a disability or an inability to read or write in seven states.
NPR Topics: Politics
Jun 22, 2026 - npr.org
Stephen Lillie on the consequences of Andy Burnham’s byelection win in Makerfield – cartoon
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Politics | The Guardian
Jun 21, 2026 - theguardian.com
FBI reports over 300 drone incursions during World Cup matches
The FBI has intercepted over 300 unauthorized drones nationwide so far during the first week and a half of the 2026 World Cup games. The FBI’s Los Angeles field office confirmed the number to the Washington Examiner on Monday morning, adding that its office has seized 34 drones itself over the Los A...
Washington Examiner
Jun 22, 2026 - washingtonexaminer.com
The Lost Charms of ‘Football,’ and of Life
Professional players once were heroes, not celebrities. The post The Lost Charms of ‘Football,’ and of Life appeared first on The American Conservative.
The American Conservative
Jun 22, 2026 - theamericanconservative.com
Wahab, Hernandez advance in California special election for Swalwell's 14th Congressional District seat, CBS News projects
Voters in the San Francisco Bay Area are deciding who will fill the remainder of former Rep. Eric Swalwell's congressional seat in a special primary election on Tuesday.
Politics - CBSNews.com
Jun 21, 2026 - cbsnews.com
AI and tech are trying to influence the midterm elections
The massive spending and heated rhetoric in midterm races reflect the AI industry's political fault lines and competing visions of what the future should look like.
NPR Topics: Politics
Jun 22, 2026 - npr.org
Energy bills, defence and social care: What are Burnham's potential policies?
After winning the Makerfield by-election, we look at what policies Andy Burnham has advocated - including transport, education and energy.
BBC News
Jun 22, 2026 - bbc.com
Liberal Elites Promote ‘Abundance,’ But Democratic Voters Want Socialism
Pro-capitalist social liberalism resembles the “reform conservatism” that President Trump vanquished. The post Liberal Elites Promote ‘Abundance,’ But Democratic Voters Want Socialism appeared first on The American Conservative.
The American Conservative
Jun 22, 2026 - theamericanconservative.com
As NYC Progressives Go, So Go Democrats. Hopefully
The New York primary election will decide whether democratic socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani was a fluke or a foghorn alerting NYC to a deep blue wave.
RealClearPolitics - Homepage
Jun 22, 2026 - realclearpolitics.com
Democratic socialists take on incumbents in New York primary
Zohran Mamdani’s mayoral victory last year has aided the rise of far-left challengers in this week’s U.S. House primaries. If they win, Brad Lander and democratic socialists Claire Valdez and Darializa Avila Chevalier could affect Democratic Party stances on key issues in Congress.
The Christian Science Monitor | Politics
Jun 22, 2026 - csmonitor.com
Poll: Americans draw a new line in the betting bonanza sweeping over Wall Street — politics
A plurality of Americans believe betting on election outcomes should be illegal, The POLITICO Poll finds.
Politics
Jun 22, 2026 - politico.com
Matt Dunlap wins primary in Maine's battleground 2nd District
In November, Dunlap will face former Maine Gov. Paul LePage, who was running unopposed in the GOP primary.
Politics - CBSNews.com
Jun 22, 2026 - cbsnews.com
Monday’s Campaign Round-Up, 6.22.26: Why Trump backed both Republicans in a key S.C. race
Today’s installment of campaign-related news items from across the country. The post Monday’s Campaign Round-Up, 6.22.26: Why Trump backed both Republicans in a key S.C. race appeared first on MS NOW....
MS NOW
Jun 22, 2026 - ms.now
WATCH: Dems unite on anti-terror spying authority amid standoff over Trump's DNI pick
Democratic senators agree Congress should renew FISA Section 702 spying powers but raise concerns about Bill Pulte as acting intelligence director.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jun 22, 2026 - foxnews.com
New York's congressional candidates make final case in last day before primary
New York’s congressional candidates will deliver closing arguments ahead of primary elections Tuesday, as an ascendent progressive left takes on establishment Democrats
ABC News: Politics
Jun 22, 2026 - abcnews.com
Zohran Mamdani renews call to abolish ICE
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani reaffirmed his previous calls for Immigration and Customs Enforcement to be “abolished,” saying he understands New Yorkers’ “fear” of agents coming into their neighborhoods. “As their mayor, I firmly believe that ICE should be abolished,” Mamadani said on the Latino US...
Washington Examiner
Jun 22, 2026 - washingtonexaminer.com
Starmer resigns as UK prime minister - The Latest
Keir Starmer has announced he is standing down as prime minister after days of intense pressure from Labour MPs, including cabinet ministers, following Andy Burnham’s byelection victory in Makerfield. Wes Streeting has ruled himself out of the running, so will it be a coronation for the ‘king of the...
Politics | The Guardian
Jun 22, 2026 - theguardian.com
China restricts exports to US defense firms
China added 10 companies to its export control list on Monday, blocking its exporters from selling any dual-use items to U.S. defense firms. The items range from drones to robotic hardware and swarm software used primarily for defense and national security operations in addition to some nonmilitary...
The Hill News
Jun 22, 2026 - thehill.com
Chicago mayor ridiculed for touting trans violence 'state of emergency' amid murder-plagued Juneteenth weekend
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson faces social media ridicule for promoting a transfemicide state of emergency amid a deadly Juneteenth weekend with 39 shot.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jun 22, 2026 - foxnews.com
‘The president seems to revel in chaos’: Cornyn goes his own way
The Trump-ousted Texas Republican senator sat down with Semafor to talk about how he’s using leverage and the colleagues he’s helping.
Semafor
Jun 22, 2026 - semafor.com
Did Harris' Silence on Gaza Cost Her the White House?
Ta-Nehisi Coates reckons with that question, and what it means for the 2028 election.
RealClearPolitics - Homepage
Jun 22, 2026 - realclearpolitics.com
Voters weigh what kind of Democrat they want for Utah's new, blue congressional seat
The reliably Republican state has its first blue-leaning seat and Utah Democrats are excited for the pickup opportunity. First, they just have to make it through the competitive primary.
NPR Topics: Politics
Jun 22, 2026 - npr.org
Alan Greenspan, the legendary former Federal Reserve chair, dies
During his chairmanship, Greenspan was celebrated as possibly the best central banker in history. But later, his reputation was tarnished by the worst financial crisis since the Great Depression.
NPR Topics: Politics
Jun 22, 2026 - npr.org
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer Has Resigned. His Replacement Will Likely Be More of the Same.
The Labour leadership race may replace one unpopular big-government prime minister with another.
Reason.com
Jun 22, 2026 - reason.com
Britain Is Broken, We Need an Election
I am calling for a General Election at the soonest possible date.
RealClearPolitics - Homepage
Jun 22, 2026 - realclearpolitics.com
Cops could be forced into race-based guessing game after Supreme Court move, Thomas joins dissent
Justices Alito and Thomas dissent after the Supreme Court declines a case where a man's race allegedly transformed a police stop into an illegal seizure.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jun 22, 2026 - foxnews.com
Did you know? Alan Greenspan and Ayn Rand were close friends
One of the most intellectually important relationships in the life of the late Fed chair Alan Greenspan was with his close friend, the formidable novelist and libertarian thinker Ayn Rand.
NPR Topics: Politics
Jun 22, 2026 - npr.org
Keir Starmer announces he’ll resign as UK prime minister, kicking off contest for Labour successor
Starmer says he will remain caretaker prime minister until his Labour Party chooses a new leader — with expectations growing that it will be Andy Burnham. The post Keir Starmer announces he’ll resign ...
MS NOW
Jun 22, 2026 - ms.now
How Trump’s Fragile Agreement With Iran Is Shaping the Midterms
Democrats say the president started an economically painful war that resulted in nothing positive. Republicans are more divided, even as they show some signs of relief at falling gas prices.
NYT > U.S. > Politics
Jun 21, 2026 - nytimes.com
Democratic socialists roar back into spotlight with LA, DC races
Democratic socialists are back in the spotlight after notching two high-profile mayoral primary victories in major cities this month. In Washington, D.C., this past week, progressive Democrat Janeese Lewis George outperformed moderate Kenyan McDuffie, all but assuring she’ll succeed Mayor Muriel Bow...
The Hill News
Jun 21, 2026 - thehill.com
The Election System Wasn’t Built for This
The fight playing out in Maricopa County could be a harbinger of things to come.
Politics | The Atlantic
Jun 22, 2026 - theatlantic.com
Independent Journalist's Lawsuit Against West Texas County Can Go Forward, Recommends Magistrate Judge
The case is mostly about photography restrictions and false arrest, but the plaintiffs also allegedly "discussed playing Disney music during public meetings to prevent Flash—through copyright restrictions—from monetizing his recordings."
Reason.com
Jun 22, 2026 - reason.com
The Economy Does Not Depend on Fed Policy, Roubini Says
Nouriel Roubini, Roubini Macro Associates chairman and Hudson Bay Capital senior economic strategist, says he expects US inflation to slow down and the economy is being powered by the tech boom and not Federal Reserve policy. He speaks on "Bloomberg Surveillance." (Source: Bloomberg)
Bloomberg Politics
Jun 22, 2026 - bloomberg.com
'Don't count on me to say bad words'
France's sports minister on Kylian Mbappé's political views, what scares her about snow and why she's not apologizing for PSG.
Politics
Jun 21, 2026 - politico.com
What if it’s not l'économie, stupid?
Éric Zemmour’s diagnosis is not the standard analysis of why centrist leaders everywhere have grown so profoundly unpopular.
Semafor
Jun 22, 2026 - semafor.com
Second Reform councillor quits party
Steve Lewis became a councillor for Reform UK in Wakefield after elections held on 7 May.
BBC News
Jun 22, 2026 - bbc.com
Rich Americans Pay a Higher Share of Taxes Than the Wealthy in Most Countries
What’s a “fair share” of funding for a government that many Americans distrust?
Reason.com
Jun 22, 2026 - reason.com
Sir Keir Starmer: Top lawyer whose 'Mr Rules' approach failed to connect with the public
Less than two years after he won a huge majority in the 2024 general election, Sir Keir Starmer has been forced out.
BBC News
Jun 22, 2026 - bbc.com
Mamdani looks to flex political muscle in key New York House primaries
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani (D) is looking to use his political power to reshape New York’s congressional delegation less than six months after taking office. The popular mayor has made endorsements in multiple contests ahead of Tuesday’s House primaries in New York, including for progressiv...
The Hill News
Jun 21, 2026 - thehill.com
As Bill Pulte gets to work as acting DNI, key Democrats deliver a warning
The new acting director of national intelligence is reportedly poised to announce significant cuts, raising alarm from intelligence committee Democrats. The post As Bill Pulte gets to work as acting D...
MS NOW
Jun 22, 2026 - ms.now
Right-wing candidate holds slim margin in Colombian presidential election
Colombia faces a tight runoff election between a progressive and a conservative outsider.
Politics - CBSNews.com
Jun 21, 2026 - cbsnews.com
Hassett: Warsh ‘not asking the White House for advice’ on interest rates
National Economic Council (NEC) Director Kevin Hassett said Monday that Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh is not soliciting advice from the White House on monetary policy. “We’re very close friends,” Hassett said on CNBC’s “Squawk Box,” referring to Warsh. “We’ve known each other for 30 years. … W...
The Hill News
Jun 22, 2026 - thehill.com
California Plans $11 Billion Housing Bond for November Election
California lawmakers said they have agreed to place an $11.3 billion housing bond on the ballot this November, aiming to expand affordable housing and homeownership.
Bloomberg Politics
Jun 22, 2026 - bloomberg.com
The Dem Party Has Never Been Weaker. This May Be a Good Thing
It ought to be a pretty optimistic time for Democrats. Donald Trump's in a deep hole, and his only answer is to ask for more shovels. The House seems likely to tip back toward Democrats, redistricting shenanigans notwithstanding, and strong Senate candidates in a bunch of reliably red states - Ohio,...
RealClearPolitics - Homepage
Jun 22, 2026 - realclearpolitics.com
Chicago's deadly Juneteenth weekend leaves 7 dead as Trump shames Dem gov for inaction
Chicago weekend shootings left seven dead and 38 injured, prompting Trump to call on Gov. Pritzker to request federal help for the Windy City.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jun 22, 2026 - foxnews.com
Judge smacks down DOJ on subpoenas for Minnesota officials, including Walz and Frey
The jurist condemned “the Trump administration’s well-established history of using criminal investigations to retaliate” against Trump’s political foes. The post Judge smacks down DOJ on subpoenas for...
MS NOW
Jun 22, 2026 - ms.now
Andy Burnham sworn in as an MP after Keir Starmer resigns as prime minister - UK politics live
The prime minister said a new leader will be in place before parliament returns in SeptemberFull report: Keir Starmer to step down as prime minister two years after historic election victoryWes Streeting backs Andy Burnham to become Labour leader and PMKeir Starmer’s time as prime minister – in pict...
Politics | The Guardian
Jun 22, 2026 - theguardian.com
Cornyn: Trump ‘seems to revel in chaos’
Sen. John Cornyn (R-Texas) says he no longer talks regularly with President Trump after losing his primary to a Trump-backed opponent last month, and that the president “seems to revel in chaos.” In an interview with the digital news outlet Semafor, Cornyn said that talking to Trump is no longer us...
The Hill News
Jun 22, 2026 - thehill.com
Affordable healthcare emerges as a voter priority in purple Nevada
The Trump administration's cuts to Medicaid and SNAP may complicate Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo's reelection chances.
Politics - CBSNews.com
Jun 22, 2026 - cbsnews.com
Compendium of Writings About Birthright Citizenship
Links to my writings on this important issue about to be decided by the Supreme Court.
Reason.com
Jun 22, 2026 - reason.com
Democrats are struggling with a growing mess in Maine
House Democrats' campaign arm and main super PAC are stopping short of saying they will pull out all the stops to hold onto Maine's lone swing district after failing to get their preferred nominee.Why it matters: This new headache comes as Democratic leaders were already grappling with the never-end...
Axios
Jun 22, 2026 - axios.com
Newsom embraces Biden in run-up to 2028 primary
Gavin Newsom is gambling that embracing Joe Biden will be more popular among Democrats than running away from him in the party's 2028 presidential primary.Why it matters: The California governor — unlike most potential Democratic candidates for president — has spent the last 18 months courting Biden...
Axios
Jun 21, 2026 - axios.com
Trump relationship with Senate GOP crumbling after repeated clashes
President Trump’s relationship with key Senate Republicans, including Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.), is crumbling after repeated clashes over strategy on an array of issues. The two sides are splitting further apart as the midterm election nears and GOP lawmakers fear the potential loss...
The Hill News
Jun 22, 2026 - thehill.com
Lamenting Lutyens
Indian postcolonialism and Western populism sometimes converge. The post Lamenting Lutyens appeared first on The American Conservative.
The American Conservative
Jun 22, 2026 - theamericanconservative.com
Good luck, Andy Burnham – you’ll need more than a smile and a better bus service to succeed in No 10 | Simon Jenkins
As prime minister, Starmer acted with dignity. What a pity that those Labour colleagues who ousted him could not do the sameThe toppling by his colleagues of Britain’s prime minister is humiliating, not only for Keir Starmer but for parliamentary democracy. It is a rejection of the electorate, which...
Politics | The Guardian
Jun 22, 2026 - theguardian.com
Send your midterm elections questions for Steve Kornacki
Steve Kornacki is getting ready for another night at the Big Board, where he’ll break down primary election results in Maryland, New York, South Carolina and Utah on Tuesday
NBC News Politics
Jun 22, 2026 - nbcnews.com
Keir Starmer resigns: what now? – podcast
An emotional Keir Starmer announced his resignation as prime minister and Labour leader on Monday morning, less than two years after he won a huge majority at the general election. The question now is who will replace him: will Andy Burnham sweep into No 10 uncontested? And can he make a difference ...
Politics | The Guardian
Jun 22, 2026 - theguardian.com
Democrats become the party of socialists and Third-Worldism
The Democratic Party is sprinting further to the left, becoming the party of socialism and third-worldism that hates America and everything for which it stands. According to various polls, the Democratic Socialists of America have a +17 favorability rating among Democrats, with 66% of Democrats havi...
Washington Examiner
Jun 22, 2026 - washingtonexaminer.com
How To Assess AI-Aided Students?
We need to reconsider oral evaluations.
Reason.com
Jun 22, 2026 - reason.com
Trump, Senate GOP at Odds as Midterm Elections Near
Frank Luntz, Pollster and CEO of FIL Inc. joined Balance of Power to discuss the outlook for the Midterm elections post the US Iran War and Trump should expect from his upcoming meeting with Congressional Leaders. After weeks of frustration, the president was invited to come to the Senate GOP’s Wedn...
Bloomberg Politics
Jun 22, 2026 - bloomberg.com
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces resignation
Keir Starmer will step down as U.K. Prime Minister weeks after a brutal round of local elections and as he faced a challenge from within his Labour Party.
Politics - CBSNews.com
Jun 22, 2026 - cbsnews.com
Blue state in hot seat for taking more than 2 years to remove criminal illegal alien from voter roll
Maryland GOP lawmaker says removal of illegal immigrant from voter rolls after two years shows why Marylanders have lost faith in elections.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jun 22, 2026 - foxnews.com
Nuclear Inspectors
Plus: Keir Starmer steps down, Cuba privatizes, AOC inspires a copycat, and more...
Reason.com
Jun 22, 2026 - reason.com
Alan Greenspan, Economist and Former Fed Chair, Dies at 100
State of the Union: The former central banker leaves behind a mixed legacy. The post Alan Greenspan, Economist and Former Fed Chair, Dies at 100 appeared first on The American Conservative.
The American Conservative
Jun 22, 2026 - theamericanconservative.com
Ethiopian PM Abiy's party wins parliamentary elections
The party extended its comfortable majority, securing 90% of contested seats in this month’s general election.
Semafor
Jun 22, 2026 - semafor.com
Trump Ally Wins Colombia Election, Heralding Pro-Market Turn
Colombia had its presidential election over the weekend and while the confirmed results are still to come, preliminary results show conservative lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella was in the lead, heralding a swing back to business-friendly and pro-US policies after four years of leftist rule. Malu Pov...
Bloomberg Politics
Jun 22, 2026 - bloomberg.com
What will presumptive new prime minister Andy Burnham mean for the special relationship?
Prime Minister Keir Starmer of the United Kingdom has announced his resignation. Beset by poor polling and the election to Parliament of a leadership challenger, Andy Burnham, Starmer knew his time was up. Starmer will leave office on Sept. 1, following the Labour Party’s selection of a new leader a...
Washington Examiner
Jun 22, 2026 - washingtonexaminer.com
Italy's Giorgia Meloni fires back at Trump over G7 photo claim
Meloni said Trump’s claim that she “begged” him for a photo at the G7 summit was fabricated.
Semafor
Jun 21, 2026 - semafor.com
Does American Capitalism Need to Be Reimagined?: A Response to an International Economy Symposium
The AI revolution could lead to a labor market shock on the scale of that experienced during the Industrial Revolution. Beyond retraining programs, there would appear to be a strong case for the introduction of a universal basic income coupled with serious reform to current social welfare programs t...
American Enterprise Institute – AEI
Jun 22, 2026 - aei.org
Plurality in new polling says prediction market betting on elections should be illegal
A plurality of respondents to a new poll believes placing prediction market bets on election outcomes should be illegal. The Politico survey found that 44 percent of 1,167 respondents believe betting on election results should be illegal. Three in 10 respondents said the practice should be legal, w...
The Hill News
Jun 22, 2026 - thehill.com
Ex-Dem insider reveals she will expose Democrats who covered up Biden's cognitive decline in new book
Former Democratic fundraiser Lindy Li reveals which party leaders privately wanted Biden to go while publicly defending him in her new book.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jun 22, 2026 - foxnews.com
Axios-Ipsos poll: Health affordability is shaping the midterms
Data: Axios-Ipsos; Note: Margin of error is +/-2.9 percentage points; Chart: Caitlin Owens/AxiosMajorities of Americans say they're more likely to vote for candidates in November who support ideas to lower their health costs, according to the latest Axios-Ipsos American Health Index.Why it matters: ...
Axios
Jun 22, 2026 - axios.com
Senate readies to vote on housing; New York primaries take center stage
The Senate is expected to pass a major housing bill later this evening, while voters go to the polls in New York to pick candidates for the fall in primary races where progressives and Democratic Socialists are battling. Join The Hill’s Editor-in-Chief Ian Swanson, congressional editor Regina Zilber...
The Hill News
Jun 22, 2026 - thehill.com
Keir Starmer Bows Out
The British prime minister says he’ll resign. But he’s not going quietly. The post Keir Starmer Bows Out appeared first on The American Conservative.
The American Conservative
Jun 22, 2026 - theamericanconservative.com
6th Circuit Backs Ban on Ohio Minors Using Social Media Without Parental Permission
The court said the law—which would require age verification for everyone—constitutes only a “marginal burden” and "does not raise meaningful concerns about muting valuable protected discourse."
Reason.com
Jun 22, 2026 - reason.com
Keir Starmer has quit as prime minister – what will happen next in UK politics?
Britain will soon have its fifth prime minister in four years. How did we get here and what challenges await Starmer’s successor?UK politics live – latest updatesBritain is to get its fifth prime minister in four years after the current incumbent of Downing Street, Keir Starmer, announced on Monday ...