Hilton, Becerra Lead Undecided California Governor Primary
Hilton and Becerra lead in California's top-two primary for governor with results still too close to call for the November ballot. Multiple states held primaries with Democratic and Republican candidates advancing in key races.
Bass Advances in LA Mayor Race Amid Pratt Challenge
Incumbent Karen Bass advances to the November runoff while reality TV star Spencer Pratt surges into contention. Vote counting continues in the race for California's largest city.
Iranian Missiles Hit Kuwait Airport as US-Iran Clashes Resume
US forces struck Iranian sites while Iran launched missiles hitting Kuwait and other Gulf targets. Fighting intensifies amid stalled diplomacy and impacts on energy prices.
US Proposes 10-12.5% Tariffs on 60 Partners Over Forced Labor
The administration targets imports from dozens of nations including China, UK, and Canada under Section 301 over forced labor concerns. New price hikes expected for American households.
Trump-Backed Feenstra Falls to Outsider Lahn in Iowa Governor Primary
Trump-endorsed Feenstra lost the GOP governor primary to a MAHA-backed challenger in an upset. Democrats see opportunities in the state for November.
Supreme Court Clears Alabama GOP Map With One Black-Majority District
The Court allowed a Republican-drawn map with only one majority-Black district, narrowing Voting Rights Act precedents ahead of midterms. Black voting power faces reduction in the state.
Haaland, Hull Secure New Mexico Governor Nominations
Deb Haaland won the Democratic nomination while Gregg Hull took the GOP side, setting up a contest to flip the governor's office.
Gallup Poll Finds Republican Same-Sex Marriage Support at 37%
A new survey shows an 18-point decline in GOP backing for same-sex marriage since 2022, part of broader cooling on LGBTQ+ issues. Polls also indicate shifting American attitudes on transgender policies.