Political News For 2026-06-24
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 118 articles from 23 sites. We chose these from 1501 articles found on 40 sites.
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On Marijuana and Guns, Clarence Thomas Still Wants To Limit Federal Power
The conservative justice continues to wage a lonely legal crusade over the Commerce Clause.
Reason.com
Jun 23, 2026 - reason.com
The Impeachment Trap
The midterm elections are approaching and with them the prospect that Democrats will take control of the House of Representatives and perhaps even the Senate. Even with a majority only in the lower chamber, the Democrats would have the power to torment President Trump.
RealClearPolitics - Homepage
Jun 23, 2026 - realclearpolitics.com
Boston Is Temporarily Legalizing Outdoor Drinking for the World Cup. Why Not Make It Permanent?
If Boston can trust adults to “sip and stroll” during the World Cup, it can trust them all year round.
Reason.com
Jun 22, 2026 - reason.com
Mexico’s cartel violence down during World Cup: analyst
The drop in homicides coincides with a pause in law enforcement action against cartel leadership.
The Hill News
Jun 23, 2026 - thehill.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
Trump-backed housing overhaul targeting Wall Street investors clears Senate
The Senate advanced the 21st Century Road to Housing Act, a Trump-backed package aimed at preventing the U.S. from becoming a "nation of renters."
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jun 22, 2026 - foxnews.com
I stand by what I said 10 years ago. We were right to leave the European Union | Larry Elliott
The Brexit vote showed that class still matters in British politics – and the changes needed are ones the EU would never have allowedRead more from the Brexit Vote: 10 Years On seriesOn the morning after the vote for Brexit, the Guardian’s newsroom was deathly quiet. There was disbelief that the pub...
Politics | The Guardian
Jun 23, 2026 - theguardian.com
Tim Walz’s jab at Trump over Reflecting Pool draws fraud scandal backlash: 'Sit this one out'
Gov. Tim Walz's viral jab at Trump over the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool cleanup drew conservative blowback pointing to Minnesota's fraud scandal.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jun 22, 2026 - foxnews.com
Can You Un-Impeach a President?
Democrats may revive impeachment if they take Congress in November. Trump and his allies, meanwhile, want his two impeachments erased.
Reason.com
Jun 22, 2026 - reason.com
The race splitting Zohran Mamdani’s coalition
Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso at a rally for 32BJ SEIU residential building service workers in New York City on April 15, 2026. | Michael Nagle/Bloomberg via Getty Images The gradations of Democratic blue are on display in New York’s congressional primaries this Tuesday, where high-pr...
Politics | Vox
Jun 22, 2026 - vox.com
Appeals Court Allows Trump to Resume Expedited Deportations Nationwide
In a 2-to-1 vote, a federal appeals court panel ruled that the president can expand the procedure, previously used primarily near the border, to arrests nationally.
NYT > U.S. > Politics
Jun 23, 2026 - nytimes.com
Trump's Sabotage?
Plus: Cuba's opposition waiting in the wings, the wealthy are feeling the squeeze, and more...
Reason.com
Jun 23, 2026 - reason.com
She’s in Line to Be Mayor of D.C. How Will She Handle Trump’s Threat?
“We’re going to find ways to resist,” a defiant Janeese Lewis George, the democratic socialist who won the Democratic primary last week in Washington, said in an interview.
NYT > U.S. > Politics
Jun 23, 2026 - nytimes.com
Trump ignored warnings before launching Iran war, reporters tell MS NOW
Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan, reporters for The New York Times and co-authors of a new book on Trump, said the president acts on his own whims. The post Trump ignored warnings before launching Ir...
MS NOW
Jun 23, 2026 - ms.now
Trump Fast Deportation Rule Cleared by Appeals Court for Now
A divided US appeals court lifted a temporary hold on a Trump administration policy that allows federal agents to rapidly remove undocumented immigrants without due process from anywhere in the US if they can’t quickly prove they’ve been in the country for more than two years.
Bloomberg Politics
Jun 23, 2026 - bloomberg.com
Burnham and Starmer hold ‘frosty’ meeting to thrash out transition of power
With Burnham and his team potentially having only weeks before he becomes PM, Starmer has agreed to give him access to civil serviceKeir Starmer has met Andy Burnham for the first time since the Makerfield byelection in what sources said was a “frosty” meeting to thrash out a transition of power.The...
Politics | The Guardian
Jun 23, 2026 - theguardian.com
Texas Gov. Abbott: State will seek federal reimbursement for border measures
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) said Monday that his state will seek federal reimbursement for border security measures taken by the Lone Star State during the Biden administration. “The Trump administration has now opened up the window for us to be able to file for reimbursement of the expenses that we ...
The Hill News
Jun 23, 2026 - thehill.com
Democratic socialists battle progressives in New York House primaries
A pair of Democratic House primaries in New York City are pitting liberals against leftists as a pair of democratic socialists battle against progressive candidates Tuesday. Democratic socialist candidates Claire Valdez and Darializa Avila Chevalier, who are both endorsed by New York City Mayor Zo...
The Hill News
Jun 23, 2026 - thehill.com
DOJ investigating NYC coffee shop over hostile social post about pro-Israel politician
The DOJ is investigating a Brooklyn coffee shop that criticized Rep. Dan Goldman after he bought coffee there, saying it would have turned him away as a "genocide enabler."
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jun 22, 2026 - foxnews.com
New book digs deep into Trump’s second term in office
In today’s edition of The Tea, Spilled by Morning Joe: Jonathan Swan and Maggie Haberman talk about “Regime Change,” the tenth anniversary of Brexit, and more. The post New book digs deep into Trump’s...
MS NOW
Jun 23, 2026 - ms.now
Trump endorses John James in Michigan governor race as GOP rival exits primary
President Donald Trump issues full-throated endorsement of U.S. Rep. John James for Michigan governor prior to the Republican gubernatorial primary
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jun 23, 2026 - foxnews.com
The fall of Britain’s prime minister is a warning for America
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer gives a speech outside 10 Downing Street on June 22, 2026. He announced his resignation and a timetable for his departure from office following mounting political pressure over heavy loses in the local elections and Andy Burnham's decisive win in the Makerfield by...
Politics | Vox
Jun 23, 2026 - vox.com
Sen. Dan Sullivan’s same-named challenger sues to stay in Alaska primary race
A man with the same name and party affiliation as Alaska Republican U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan challenged a decision by a top state elections official to disqualify his candidacy and remove him from the August primary ballot.
NBC News Politics
Jun 23, 2026 - nbcnews.com
London Climate Week navigates Hormuz crisis
London Climate Action Week, now in its eighth year, was designed as a waypoint between COP conferences.
Semafor
Jun 23, 2026 - semafor.com
Congress has taken a step to fix housing affordability — it can’t afford to go backward
Washington has spent years talking about housing affordability. Despite the talk, federal lawmakers have failed to enact housing reforms, while ordinary Americans have been crushed by rent, mortgage payments, and a supply crunch that never seems to ease. Now, after months of negotiating, Congress h...
Washington Examiner
Jun 23, 2026 - washingtonexaminer.com
Daily on Energy: A boost for nuclear, Cuba may get lifeline, and a permitting deadline
WHAT’S HAPPENING TODAY: Good afternoon and happy Tuesday, readers! The Trump administration has announced plans to offer nearly $17.5 billion in loans to support the construction of 10 new large nuclear power reactors, with operations aimed to begin by the mid-2030s. ☢️ In other news, traffic in the...
Washington Examiner
Jun 23, 2026 - washingtonexaminer.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
Trump administration upends decades of U.S. policy to give Iran what it desperately wants
Iran can now sell oil on the open market, receive higher prices and be paid in dollars. It could be an enormous economic boon for the country. The post Trump administration upends decades of U.S. poli...
MS NOW
Jun 23, 2026 - ms.now
How Mamdani’s anti-establishment play in the primaries could backfire on Democrats
The New York City mayor endorsed three insurgent congressional candidates. Democrats might pay the price in November. The post How Mamdani’s anti-establishment play in the primaries could backfire on...
MS NOW
Jun 23, 2026 - ms.now
Will Trump's pivot to the economy help soothe Republican voters ahead of midterms?
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with Ron Bonjean, longtime spokesperson for multiple House and Senate Republicans, about President Trump's pivot to the economy in Pennsylvania Tuesday.
NPR Topics: Politics
Jun 23, 2026 - npr.org
Israel fears Trump is strengthening Iran's hand in Lebanon
Israel's government is concerned that the U.S. is effectively legitimizing Iran's influence in Lebanon and eroding Israel's freedom of operation there through new understandings reached in Switzerland and the memorandum of understanding signed with Iran last week, two Israeli sources told Axios.Why ...
Axios
Jun 22, 2026 - axios.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
South Carolina voters will choose between two Trump-backed governor candidates in Republican runoff
South Carolina voters are returning to the polls to finalize the Republican nominee for governor in a runoff election
ABC News: Politics
Jun 23, 2026 - abcnews.com
Health officials launch clinical trial reforms to counter China threat
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) on Monday launched a new initiative to speed up early-stage clinical trials as part of an effort to reduce development timelines and reverse a growing trend of companies moving overseas, primarily to China. The pilot program, part of a broader initiative acro...
The Hill News
Jun 22, 2026 - thehill.com
WSJ editorial board says US World Cup team shows how immigration ‘can be a win
The Wall Street Journal editorial board is celebrating the U.S. men’s national team, which is comprised of a number of immigrants or the children of immigrants. “The Supreme Court is expected to rule soon on President Trump’s birthright citizenship order. Win — or more likely — lose, he might take n...
The Hill News
Jun 23, 2026 - thehill.com
Watch live: Trump seeks to sell economic agenda in Pennsylvania
President Trump in remarks from Pennsylvania will have another opportunity to tout his economic agenda ahead of the midterm elections, as affordability continues to be a top issue on the minds of voters. The president over the weekend claimed the U.S. has the “BEST ECONOMY EVER,” citing recent Labor...
The Hill News
Jun 23, 2026 - thehill.com
How Trump's 'Complete and Total Endorsement' has reshaped the Republican Party
An NPR analysis of more than a thousand Trump endorsements in House, Senate and governor races over the last decade finds the president now picks candidates earlier — and in safer races.
NPR Topics: Politics
Jun 23, 2026 - npr.org
Mamdani is backing leftist candidates taking on incumbents in NYC. See live results.
See the latest New York primary election results as democratic socialist candidates backed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani compete in U.S. House races.
Politics
Jun 23, 2026 - washingtonpost.com
Major Supreme Court Decisions Testing Trump’s Policies Remain
Over the next two weeks, the justices will release more than a dozen final opinions, including high-profile decisions on birthright citizenship, the Federal Reserve and transgender athletes.
NYT > U.S. > Politics
Jun 23, 2026 - nytimes.com
A tale of two parties: Trump, Mamdani put political clout on the line as four states hold primaries
Mayor Zohran Mamdani and President Trump test their political influence as New York, South Carolina, Maryland, and Utah hold key primary elections.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jun 23, 2026 - foxnews.com
Social media erupts over Mamdani's silence after Brooklyn coffee shop bans Jewish congressman
Mayor Zohran Mamdani faced backlash for refusing to condemn a Brooklyn coffee shop that told Rep. Dan Goldman he was not welcome over his pro-Israel views.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jun 23, 2026 - foxnews.com
What led to Starmer's resignation as U.K. prime minister and who will likely replace him
Keir Starmer announced he's resigning as U.K. prime minister less than two years after he led the Labour Party to a general election victory. Now, Andy Burnham has emerged as the frontrunner to replace him. CBS News' Inaya Iman explains what led to Starmer's resignation and why Burnham is likely to ...
Politics - CBSNews.com
Jun 23, 2026 - cbsnews.com
NY’s Pension Chief Faces First Democratic Challengers Since 2007
New York Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli, who oversees the state’s $300 billion pension fund, is facing his first primary challenge since taking office nearly two decades ago as two rival Democrats try to seize on the progressive energy that propelled Mayor Zohran Mamdani to victory in November.
Bloomberg Politics
Jun 23, 2026 - bloomberg.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
Top Republican pitches Trump plan to stop shutdowns, expose 'bad guys' blocking voter ID law
Sen. Rick Scott unveils a six-month Republican roadmap to prevent government shutdowns and pass the SAVE America Act ahead of midterm elections.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jun 23, 2026 - foxnews.com
Medicaid and ACA enrollment falls by more than 5 million, new report finds
The decline over the last 12 months stems in part from President Donald Trump’s Medicaid cuts and the expiration of enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies.
NBC News Politics
Jun 22, 2026 - nbcnews.com
US official says JD Vance made 'great progress' in Iran talks, calls snub reports 'foreign propaganda'
U.S. official says VP JD Vance made great progress in U.S.-Iran peace talks in Switzerland, calling snub reports foreign propaganda from Iran media.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jun 22, 2026 - foxnews.com
N.Y. House primaries test Mamdani's influence, and more races to watch today
Voters are going to the polls Tuesday for contests in New York, South Carolina, Maryland and Utah.
Politics - CBSNews.com
Jun 23, 2026 - cbsnews.com
How To Assess AI-Aided Students?
We need to reconsider oral evaluations.
Reason.com
Jun 22, 2026 - reason.com
Obama-appointed judge torpedoes Trump’s bid to fight obesity as White House warns it won’t be ‘final say’
Obama-appointed judge strikes down Trump administration's SNAP soda ban, ruling USDA cannot redefine what Congress has already defined as food.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jun 23, 2026 - foxnews.com
Zohran Mamdani’s clout and a double Trump endorsement on the line in today’s primaries
The parties will also set up a handful of key House battleground races as voters in Maryland, New York, South Carolina and Utah pick nominees.
NBC News Politics
Jun 23, 2026 - nbcnews.com
Trump Lets Americans Buy Iranian Oil for the First Time Since the 1980s
As part of peace negotiations, the U.S. Treasury issued an unprecedented total waiver from Iranian oil sanctions.
Reason.com
Jun 23, 2026 - reason.com
Abortion Rights Group Endorses Platner Over Collins in Maine
Senator Susan Collins, a Republican, drew criticism from Planned Parenthood for voting to confirm Justice Brett Kavanaugh, who helped overturn Roe v. Wade.
NYT > U.S. > Politics
Jun 23, 2026 - nytimes.com
Trump Says His Task Force Is Fighting a Foreign 'Invasion.' It's Busting Americans for Drugs Instead.
How Trump rebranded the war on drugs as a fight against illegal immigration
Reason.com
Jun 23, 2026 - reason.com
Mamdani Wades Into NY Primaries
Monday, June 22nd on RealClearPolitics - Joined by Greg Swenson, Chairman of Republicans Overseas UK
RealClearPolitics - Homepage
Jun 23, 2026 - realclearpolitics.com
2 more arrested in alleged White House UFC plot
Two more people have been arrested in connection with what federal law enforcement have said was a plot to attack the “UFC Freedom 250” event in front of the White House earlier this month on President Trump’s 80th birthday. Court filings show that on Friday, William Lee Spartacus Falkner of Belfair...
The Hill News
Jun 23, 2026 - thehill.com
The most costly primaries you've never heard of are raging on D.C.'s doorstep
A pair of largely overlooked U.S. House races in the Maryland suburbs of Washington, D.C. are racing up the leaderboard of the most expensive congressional primaries in U.S. history.Why it matters: The massive volume of cash pervading these elections has some candidates raising the possibility that ...
Axios
Jun 23, 2026 - axios.com
Carville encourages leaks from Trump White House staffers
Democratic strategist James Carville on Sunday encouraged Trump administration staffers to start leaking details about closed door dealings within the White House in an effort to save their careers. Carville has shared numerous predictions that President Trump and Republicans will lose power after ...
The Hill News
Jun 22, 2026 - thehill.com
Proxy war between AI industry, safety groups comes to head in NY House primary
New York City voters are set to deliver their verdict Tuesday in one of the most prominent election battles between artificial intelligence companies and the nonprofits pushing for stricter rules on the new technology. The fight over AI policy has loomed over the Democratic primary to replace retiri...
The Hill News
Jun 23, 2026 - thehill.com
ACLU to monitor election certification as part of $50 million midterm effort
Half of the group’s spending will go toward ensuring the proper administration of elections in key states amid Trump’s efforts to exert greater influence over the process.
NBC News Politics
Jun 23, 2026 - nbcnews.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
Vance heads back to U.S. after positive start to U.S.-Iran talks
Vice President Vance is on his way back to the U.S. after he said negotiators made progress toward a lasting peace deal.
NPR Topics: Politics
Jun 22, 2026 - npr.org
Bev Craig to stand as Labour candidate for Greater Manchester mayor
Leader of city council braces for bitter fight with Reform UK in byelection for Andy Burnham’s replacementLabour’s candidate to replace Andy Burnham as Greater Manchester mayor has been named as Bev Craig, the leader of the city council.Burnham, who could be prime minister in under four weeks, is ex...
Politics | The Guardian
Jun 23, 2026 - theguardian.com
Republican-linked PACs funding Democratic US primaries: Why it matters
Republicans and Democrats have both employed tactics to boost weaker rivals ahead of US midterm elections.
Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera
Jun 23, 2026 - aljazeera.com
Senate passes sweeping housing affordability bill with bipartisan support
The bipartisan legislation was crafted in both chambers and must now pass the House. It seeks to build more homes and prevent large investors from outbidding families.
NBC News Politics
Jun 22, 2026 - nbcnews.com
As Republican Party looks to future without Trump in office, Utah could be a road map
In 2028, President Trump will not be on the ballot, leaving Republicans to decide the future of the party. Utah — which has a complicated relationship with the president — could be a starting point.
NPR Topics: Politics
Jun 23, 2026 - npr.org
Federal Court Strikes Down Immigration-Related Subpoenas of Minnesota Officials on Anti-Commandeering Grounds
The court ruled the subpoenas were part of an unconstitutional effort to coerce Minnesota state and local governments into giving up their immigration "sanctuary" policies.
Reason.com
Jun 22, 2026 - reason.com
Reporter's Notebook: Senate Republicans brace for tough lunch with Trump amid legislative clashes
President Trump visits Capitol Hill on Wednesday to meet Senate Republicans amid growing tensions over the SAVE America Act and filibuster demands.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jun 23, 2026 - foxnews.com
New top US solar lobbyist sees a ‘golden age’ under Trump
In an exclusive interview, Tim Pawlenty said many fellow Republicans have an “outdated understanding” of how solar power really works.
Semafor
Jun 23, 2026 - semafor.com
How a data center backlash is twisting Utah’s primary
Rep. Blake Moore is facing a tough reelection bid from a conservative challenger.
Semafor
Jun 23, 2026 - semafor.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
The Supreme Court’s campaign to expand religious liberty now has a glaring exception
Damon Landor, before his head was shaved by Louisiana prison officials. | Supreme Court of the United States A Louisiana prison committed one of the most obvious violations of a man’s religious liberty that has ever made its way to the Supreme Court. Damon Landor is a Rastafari who, for religiou...
Politics | Vox
Jun 23, 2026 - vox.com
A federal judge finds a Trump data system to verify voters is unlawful
Tens of millions of voters have had their data run through the Trump administration's revamped SAVE tool. A judge just found it unlawful.
NPR Topics: Politics
Jun 22, 2026 - npr.org
Mitch McConnell will not vote in the Senate this week as recovery continues
GOP Sen. Mitch McConnell of Kentucky will not vote this week as he continues his recovery, according to a statement from a spokesperson.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jun 23, 2026 - foxnews.com
Watch live: Senate convenes hearing on affordability ahead of midterms
The Senate Banking Committee will hear testimony from experts on affordability Tuesday morning as cost-of-living concerns in the U.S. grow ahead of the midterm elections. Rising costs — including gas price spikes amid the war in Iran — and inflation have voters on edge. The annual inflation rate sit...
The Hill News
Jun 23, 2026 - thehill.com
How to screw up universal childcare
After decades of families performing small miracles to afford childcare and sitting for years on waitlists, politicians are finally treating early childhood education like the essential economic infrastructure it is. | Celia Jacobs for Vox After decades of families performing small miracles to aff...
Politics | Vox
Jun 23, 2026 - vox.com
NYC Heads to Polls With Democrats Split Over Age, AI, Israel
New York City is experiencing a highly contested Congressional primary season with a number of hotly contested races. The primaries will test the political strength of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, who has endorsed several insurgent candidates against Democratic stalwarts, and will speak to de...
Bloomberg Politics
Jun 23, 2026 - bloomberg.com
This man is a bus driver and grandfather. A Supreme Court ruling could reimprison him
Anthony Bailey's case is one of about a dozen that could be directly affected by a Supreme Court ruling limiting how prisoners can use the compassionate release program to get out early.
NPR Topics: Politics
Jun 23, 2026 - npr.org
Ten years after Brexit, the U.K. marks a lost decade
On June 23, 2016, the Brexit referendum unleashed a populist tide that rewrote the rules of Western politics.Ten years later, a diminished and fractured United Kingdom is preparing for its seventh prime minister — still haunted by the future it was promised.Why it matters: Keir Starmer was elected a...
Axios
Jun 23, 2026 - axios.com
Supreme Court says Rastafarian can’t sue prison officials over shorn dreadlocks
The ruling dealt with legal technicalities but is a departure from a series of decisions by the justices expanding religious freedoms in recent terms.
Politics
Jun 23, 2026 - washingtonpost.com
GOP senator forced out by Trump pushes $1.5T investment for Social Security
Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.), who was defeated by a Trump-backed challenger in a GOP primary earlier this year, is touting his proposal to reform Social Security before he leaves the Senate, after the Trump administration projected the entitlement program will not provide full benefits within seven yea...
The Hill News
Jun 23, 2026 - thehill.com
New York's primary will test NYC mayor's political power
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani faces the biggest test of his political power since taking office with Tuesday's congressional primaries. Voters will decide if they back candidates he endorsed.
NPR Topics: Politics
Jun 23, 2026 - npr.org
Swalwell pal accused of using campaign cash to bankroll ‘luxury lifestyle’ — including Super Bowl tickets
Sen. Ruben Gallego allegedly used campaign cash to fund luxury family trips and cover childcare expenses, according to campaign finance filings.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jun 23, 2026 - foxnews.com
Cruz says Mamdani, AOC, Platner show Democrats' leftward shift: 'That's where the energy is'
Sen. Ted Cruz says the Democratic Party has been radicalized, pointing to Zohran Mamdani, Graham Platner and AOC as signs of the party's direction.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jun 23, 2026 - foxnews.com
Alaska Senate race thrown into chaos as same-name challenger fights disqualification
Alaska's election director blocked the same-name candidate Dan J. Sullivan from the Senate primary, but he filed a lawsuit to remain on the ballot.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jun 23, 2026 - foxnews.com
People fired over Charlie Kirk posts get big payouts for First Amendment retaliation
While workers, who were employees in government or public institutions, feel vindicated by how their lawsuits concluded, they are still grappling with the aftermath.
NPR Topics: Politics
Jun 23, 2026 - npr.org
Yes, Obama governed as a liberal
Former NBC host Chuck Todd declared today that President Barack Obama was not in fact a liberal, but was merely black. “The only reason people think he’s a liberal is because he’s black,” Todd declared on a podcast with Chris Cillizza. Todd asked, “What policy was he liberal on?” There are a thousan...
Washington Examiner
Jun 23, 2026 - washingtonexaminer.com
Europe is debating the terms of its industrial surrender
Western politicians complain that China achieved its rise through “forced technology transfer,” but the handover was mostly voluntary.
Semafor
Jun 23, 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.co.uk
Senate overwhelmingly passes sweeping bipartisan housing affordability bill
The Senate on Monday overwhelmingly passed a bipartisan bill aimed at lowering housing costs, sending the legislation to the House. The rare show of near-unanimous support comes as lawmakers hustle to score wins on affordability that they can trumpet back home during a midterm campaign cycle that ha...
The Hill News
Jun 22, 2026 - thehill.com
Trump backs both South Carolina GOP rivals as runoff tests his endorsement grip
Trump endorses both Pamela Evette and Alan Wilson in South Carolina's Republican gubernatorial runoff, aiming to cover his bases in the race.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jun 23, 2026 - foxnews.com
Trump to tout his economic gains during Pennsylvania visit
President Trump visits Pennsylvania's Lehigh Valley Tuesday, hoping to tout the economy in the wake of an initial agreement with Iran.
NPR Topics: Politics
Jun 23, 2026 - npr.org
Senate passes landmark housing affordability bill after bipartisan breakthrough
The Senate passed a bill aimed at lowering housing costs on Monday after a major breakthrough and rare bipartisan consensus.
Politics - CBSNews.com
Jun 23, 2026 - cbsnews.com
Two new defendants charged in alleged White House UFC mass-casualty attack plot
The FBI identified new suspects in the alleged plot targeting UFC Freedom 250 in D.C. involving explosive drones and a planned White House assault.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jun 22, 2026 - foxnews.com
Will New York Swing Further to the Left? Here’s a Preview of Tuesday’s Primaries.
The city’s high-drama, high-spending primaries will offer clues of progressive momentum and Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s influence.
NYT > U.S. > Politics
Jun 22, 2026 - nytimes.com
Why U.K. Socialism Could Soon Be America's Problem
Plus: the rise of Democratic Socialists, Trump's Iran negotiations, and ICE abandons detention center plans
Reason.com
Jun 22, 2026 - reason.com
Will Britain’s next prime minister reverse Brexit?
British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer gives a speech outside 10 Downing Street announcing his resignation and a timetable for his departure from office on June 22, 2026. | Wiktor Szymanowicz/Future Publishing via Getty Images Key takeaways: It’s been 10 years since Britons voted to leave the...
Politics | Vox
Jun 23, 2026 - vox.com
When falling housing prices are good news — and when they're not
Denver renters are celebrating falling housing costs. But sometimes cheaper housing is a sign of economic decline. How can you tell the difference?
NPR Topics: Politics
Jun 23, 2026 - npr.org
Meloni Considers Calling Italian Election as Soon as April
Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is weighing the possibility of holding Italy’s next general election as soon as April, months ahead of the legal deadline before the end of 2027, according to people familiar with the matter.
Bloomberg Politics
Jun 23, 2026 - bloomberg.com
Trump supporter’s company pledges $1 million to fix White House lawn after UFC event
Ohio-based ScottsMiracle-Gro said it is donating “a combination of monetary and product support.” A government watchdog said the arrangement raises ethics questions.
Politics
Jun 22, 2026 - washingtonpost.com
Chicago priest tells Trump to 'shut up' and restore gun violence prevention funding after deadly weekend
A Chicago priest told Trump to shut up after his Truth Social post about Juneteenth weekend violence that left six dead and over 30 wounded.
Latest Political News on Fox News
Jun 22, 2026 - foxnews.com
‘Is rejoining the EU inevitable?’ - Rafael Behr answered your questions on Brexit and more
It’s 10 years since the Brexit vote – and it’s also another one of those weeks in British politics … you asked our political columnist questions about a Burnham government, rejoining the EU, and more – read the Q&A belowDyvimTvar asks: How do you think Burnham will deal with Trump? More of the same ...
Politics | The Guardian
Jun 23, 2026 - theguardian.com
The Guardian view on the politics of Scotland: like Labour, the SNP is in need of renewal | Editorial
The sentencing of Peter Murrell brings limited closure to a major scandal. But John Swinney’s government faces new challenges in a changing landscapeThe Scottish National party (SNP) is accustomed to presenting Westminster dysfunction as a boost to its case for independence. But the political drama ...
Politics | The Guardian
Jun 23, 2026 - theguardian.com
Mamdani makes a big bet on Democratic socialism
The mayor is staking his clout on three congressional challengers.
Semafor
Jun 23, 2026 - semafor.com
You Can Root for Iran at the World Cup Without Rooting for the Iranian Regime
Plus: the worst rule at the World Cup, and the worst person in golf?
Reason.com
Jun 23, 2026 - reason.com
School choice programs: The avocado toast of state education funding
Just as we shouldn’t blame young people's inability to buy homes on avocado toast, we shouldn't blame state budget woes on education choice programs that aren't causing them.
The Hill News
Jun 23, 2026 - thehill.com
Sheriff on using drone to disarm felon: ‘Definitely the future’
Jim Cooper, the sheriff of Sacramento County, California, said Monday that drones will continue to play a major role in law enforcement, after his department disarmed a suspect using a drone earlier this month. “The future is drones. Obviously, we use them a lot to make entry into houses, I mean, o...
The Hill News
Jun 23, 2026 - thehill.com
FBI reveals why Trump White House UFC event went ahead despite alleged terror plot
FBI says investigators disrupted the alleged UFC Freedom 250 plot targeting Trump's event after a concerned parent tipped off agents about her son.
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Jun 23, 2026 - foxnews.com
Georgia Democrats blast requirement to recount votes by hand in bill that would keep ballot QR codes
Legislation to keep Georgia’s embattled vote-counting method in place for this year’s midterm elections is facing strong opposition from state Democrats
ABC News: Politics
Jun 22, 2026 - abcnews.com
Will Trump Interfere with the 2026 Midterms?
On election integrity and conspiracy theories.
The Dispatch
Jun 23, 2026 - thedispatch.com
Japan Needs More than Foreign Currency Intervention
Einstein famously remarked that a sign of insanity was repeating the same experiment and expecting a different result. If ever this statement had salience, it has to be in the field of foreign exchange intervention to support a flailing currency. Despite all too many past cases, including its own, o...