Platner Wins Maine Democratic Senate Primary 72-20
Democrat Graham Platner defeated rivals to win the nomination against Republican Sen. Susan Collins, despite scandals. Both parties are mobilizing for the high-stakes November race that could affect Senate control.
US Strikes Iran After Apache Downing, Iran Hits Back at Bases
The US launched airstrikes on Iranian targets after an Apache helicopter was downed, prompting Iranian retaliation on US bases. President Trump vowed Iran would 'pay the price' as oil prices rose amid failed peace talks.
Gates Scheduled for Closed-Door House Interview on Epstein Ties
Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates is scheduled for a closed-door House Oversight interview regarding his past meetings with Jeffrey Epstein. The testimony comes amid broader scrutiny of Epstein files and political fallout.
Nancy Mace Finishes Fifth in South Carolina GOP Governor Primary
Rep. Nancy Mace failed to advance in the GOP primary for South Carolina governor after a contentious campaign. The loss highlights challenges for some Trump-aligned candidates in state races.
Oil Prices Climb on US-Iran Strikes and Hormuz Closure
Crude prices jumped following US-Iran strikes and threats of further escalation. Markets are bracing for broader economic effects ahead of key inflation data.
EU Orders Meta to Restore Free WhatsApp Access for Rival AI Chatbots
Regulators directed Meta to host competing AI assistants on WhatsApp without restrictions. The ruling targets platform dominance in the emerging AI assistant market.
ActBlue CEO to Face House Panel on Donor Fraud Claims
The ActBlue CEO is expected to plead the Fifth during congressional testimony amid donor fraud investigations. Republicans are intensifying probes into the Democratic fundraising platform.
House Approves $70 Billion for ICE Through 2029
Republicans passed major legislation to fund immigration enforcement agencies like ICE through the end of Trump's term. Democrats criticized the measure as excessive amid ongoing border policy fights.
Waymo Unveils New Model to Benchmark Robotaxis vs. Humans
Waymo released new performance metrics comparing its autonomous vehicles to human drivers. The effort aims to build public trust in self-driving technology.
Meta Leases 168-MW AI Data Center from Reliance in Jamnagar
Meta agreed to a major AI data center partnership in India with Reliance to expand infrastructure. The move reflects hyperscalers' global push amid rising AI demand.