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nypost.comParalympian Josh Turek Wins Iowa Democratic Senate Primary
State Rep. Josh Turek defeated Zach Wahls in the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate in Iowa. Turek will face the Republican nominee in November for the seat held by retiring Sen. Joni Ernst.
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Fox NewsTrump Administration Scraps $8 Billion Anti-Weaponization Fund After Congressional Oversight Concerns
The Justice Department has permanently abandoned its plan to establish an $8 billion fund to compensate victims of alleged government weaponization. Officials confirmed the decision during a congressional budget hearing.
Fox NewsZach Lahn Defeats Rep. Randy Feenstra in Iowa GOP Gubernatorial Primary
Businessman Zach Lahn defeated Rep. Randy Feenstra in Tuesday's Republican primary for Iowa governor. Lahn will face Democratic State Auditor Rob Sand in November.
Usa TodayUkrainian Drones Strike St. Petersburg Oil Terminal
Long-range drones hit oil storage facilities near St Petersburg early Wednesday, hours before the city’s annual economic forum began. Russian air defenses failed to intercept the aircraft, and black smoke rose from the burning terminal.
gamereactor.euTrump Says US Maintains Ongoing Contact With Iran
President Trump stated that the United States and Iran are continuously talking, including on the day of his remarks. He rejected reports that the two sides have stopped communicating.
abcnews.go.comTrump Returns to Butler, Pa., Site of Assassination Attempt to Address Rally
The association announced the rescheduled event following the April 25 incident that ended the original dinner early. President Trump said he will attend and speak at the July gathering.
nypost.comEx-Rep. George Santos Bet on His Own State of the Union Attendance via Kalshi; DOJ Investigates
Federal prosecutors are examining whether the former New York congressman traded on inside knowledge of his own plans for the February 24 address.
Justice Department settles IRS leak case, drops planned $1.8B fund
The Justice Department will not create a planned $1.8 billion fund intended to compensate people who say they were improperly targeted by federal law enforcement. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche told lawmakers the department is abandoning the program entirely.
esquire.comTrump Administration Cancels Offshore Wind Leases, Refunds Nearly $1B to TotalEnergies
New York and six other states filed suit Tuesday to overturn a March settlement that refunded nearly $1 billion to TotalEnergies after the Interior Department canceled two offshore wind leases.
thehindu.comU.S.-Iran Indirect Talks Stalled for Days as Trump Says They Are Advancing Rapidly
An Iranian source reports that talks on an initial understanding have stalled, while President Trump stated negotiations are advancing rapidly. Iran’s last communication with Washington concerned Lebanon.
thehindu.comIran's Supreme Leader Takes More Active Role in Nuclear Talks
Marco Rubio told senators that Mojtaba Khamenei is communicating through intermediaries during U.S.-Iran negotiations. Rubio also noted recent Iranian willingness to discuss the nuclear program.
fortune.comCanada Proposes 16-Year Renewal of USMCA Ahead of July Review
Canada has formally recommended extending the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement for another 16 years. The proposal arrives as the pact faces its scheduled July review and amid recent U.S. trade comments.
ESPNStephen Curry Signs 10-Year, $400 Million Li-Ning Deal After Leaving Under Armour
The Golden State Warriors guard left Under Armour in November 2025 and selected the Chinese sportswear company over higher offers from other brands. The agreement covers basketball gear, golf apparel, and athleisure lines.
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Al JazeeraVoters in Six States Hold Primaries to Set November Field
Primary elections are underway in California, Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico and South Dakota. The contests will determine nominees for House, Senate and governor races ahead of the fall midterms.
New York PostTrump Says He Called Netanyahu 'Fucking Crazy' Over Lebanon Strikes but Praises Their Strong Relationship and Expects Iran Nuclear Deal
President Trump described a Monday phone call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in which he expressed frustration over continued Israeli military action in Lebanon. The exchange comes as U.S. officials work toward a memorandum of understanding with Iran that would re…
nbcnews.comTrump Signs AI Executive Order Promoting Innovation While Requiring Security Reviews
The order directs federal agencies to promote advanced AI development while addressing security concerns and reduces government review compared with an earlier draft.
jpost.comSecretary of State Rubio Testifies Before Senate on Iran War and Afghan Relocation Plans
Marco Rubio appeared before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on Tuesday for his first testimony since the Iran war began, addressing U.S. foreign policy and Afghan relocation plans.
dailycaller.comRep. Tom Kean Jr. Announces Return to In-Person House Voting Within Weeks and Will Disclose Medical Condition
The New Jersey Republican said he will disclose details of his medical condition upon resuming in-person duties. He has missed every House roll call vote since March 5.
Fox NewsCalifornia voters advance Steve Hilton and Xavier Becerra to governor runoff
Republican Steve Hilton and Democrat Xavier Becerra held the top two spots in unofficial early returns Wednesday in the race to succeed term-limited Gov. Gavin Newsom. The top two finishers advance to the November general election under California's jungle primary system.
abcnews.go.comTrump Signs Executive Order to Prioritize AI in Cybersecurity
President Donald J. Trump signed an executive order on June 2 directing federal agencies to accelerate artificial intelligence development for protecting critical infrastructure. The order reverses earlier emphasis on slower deployment and risk reviews.
nypost.comCalifornia Governor Primary Too Close to Call as Hilton Leads Early Returns
Republican Steve Hilton holds a narrow lead over Democrat Xavier Becerra in the race to succeed Governor Gavin Newsom. With most ballots still uncounted, the top two finishers advance to November regardless of party.
foxnews.comGravely Ill Congressman Wins Primary in Swing District
A Republican congressman from New Jersey has not been seen publicly since early March and has missed more than 100 votes. Voters began casting ballots in his unopposed primary Tuesday after the president endorsed him for re-election.
thehindu.comIranian Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei Probably Still Alive, US Secretary of State Rubio Tells Lawmakers
Marco Rubio testified before Congress on Tuesday that Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is alive and increasingly engaged. He also restated U.S. commitment to reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
theconservativetreehouse.comTrump Administration Refunds $1B to TotalEnergies, Cancels Offshore Wind Leases; NY and Six States Sue
New York and six neighboring states filed suit Tuesday challenging a March agreement that refunds nearly $1 billion to TotalEnergies to cancel an offshore wind lease off New York.
rediff.com**Rubio Testifies on Iran War, Nuclear Talks and Strait of Hormuz Demands Before Senate Panel**
Secretary of State Marco Rubio told the Senate Foreign Relations Committee on June 2, 2026 that the United States remains in negotiations with Iran. The hearing was Rubio's first congressional testimony since the start of the Iran war.
thehindu.comTrump Persuades Netanyahu to Halt Strike on Hezbollah Targets in Beirut
President Donald Trump spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on June 2, 2026, about Israel's plans to strike Hezbollah targets in Beirut. The conversation addressed concerns over potential impacts on U.S. negotiations with Iran.
Washington ExaminerIran Shoots Down U.S. Air Force F-15E Over Its Territory
An F-15E Strike Eagle was hit by a surface-to-air missile over Iran on April 3, forcing the pilot to eject. The same pilot had survived a friendly-fire shootdown over Kuwait roughly 30 days earlier.
The HillPentagon Appoints Elias Irizarry to Special Operations Office
Elias Irizarry, who pleaded guilty to entering a restricted building during the January 6, 2021, Capitol events, has been named to a position in the Office of Special Operations and Low Intensity Conflict.
Al-MonitorSt. Petersburg International Economic Forum Opens With Western Attendees
Russia’s premier investment forum begins Wednesday with a serving U.S. official, right-wing influencer Candace Owens and a German retail billionaire among the attendees.
Trump Administration Cancels $1.8B Fund for Allies Targeted by IRS Probes
The Justice Department said Tuesday it will not create the fund that had been intended to compensate allies of the president. Officials also confirmed the administration will keep a separate agreement that ended IRS audits of the president.