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america.cgtn.compolitics6 hrs ago
Colombia Presidential Vote Heads Toward Narrow Right-Wing Win
Early results point to a razor-thin victory for right-wing outsider Abelardo de la Espriella. The lawyer has no prior political experience and received an endorsement from a U.S. president.
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nypost.compolitics6 hrs ago
Polymarket Shows Incumbents Leading in Two New York Primaries While One Mamdani-Backed Candidate Is Favored
Bettors on Polymarket have placed wagers on four New York congressional primaries scheduled for Tuesday, including three races featuring candidates backed by socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
middleeasteye.netpolitics8 hrs ago
Colombia Signs Peace Deal With Rebel Group on Same Day Voters Choose President Who Vows to Scrap It
Colombia's government announced a peace agreement with a rebel group on the day of the presidential election. The front-runner has pledged to end negotiations if elected.
New York Postpolitics8 hrs ago
Khanna Says He Believes Platner Accusers but Supports His Senate Bid Despite Past Conduct
Rep. Ro Khanna said he believes women who accused Graham Platner of misconduct yet backs the Democratic candidate’s effort to unseat Sen. Susan Collins.
nypost.comsports8 hrs ago
Iran Fans Display Pre-Revolutionary Flag at World Cup Match in Los Angeles Despite FIFA Ban
Supporters displayed the pre-revolutionary Iranian flag inside Los Angeles Stadium during Iran's Group D match against Belgium on June 21, 2026, despite a FIFA ban. Hundreds protested the current Iranian regime outside the venue.
finance.yahoo.combusiness8 hrs ago
Canada to Spend Over $5 Billion on B.C. Infrastructure Over 10 Years, Part of Condo-Conversion Deal
Federal and provincial governments will also convert more than 2,200 vacant condo units into affordable housing through a new partnership.
The Independentpolitics10 hrs ago
U.S. influencer Hasan Piker says UK left is in disarray and praises Green Party figure
Hasan Piker described British left-wing politics as disorganized in an interview published June 21. He also commended Zack Polanski's work with the Green Party and former Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn.
upi.compolitics10 hrs ago
Romania’s Largest Party Endorses Adrian Vestea as Prime Minister
The endorsement clears a procedural step for Adrian Vestea to assume office. His government may still require support from smaller and far-right parties.
winnipegfreepress.comworld12 hrs ago
French politician accused of antisemitism over CRIF remarks
Jean-Luc Mélenchon said French ministers follow orders from CRIF. Government officials and Jewish groups condemned the statement as antisemitic.
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middleeasteye.netpolitics12 hrs ago
U.S. Officials Outline Fallback Options for Strait of Hormuz While Participating in Mediated Talks With Iran
Sen. Lindsey Graham said Sunday that talks over Iran's nuclear program and the Strait of Hormuz are likely to fail. He described a U.S. military and economic plan if diplomacy collapses.
rove.mepolitics14 hrs ago
South African Speaker Backs Effort to Halt Impeachment Inquiry While Panel Continues Its Work
The parliamentary speaker said she will support President Cyril Ramaphosa’s request to end the proceedings. Her stance conflicts with the panel of lawmakers examining the president.
New York Postpolitics14 hrs ago
Crockett Says She Will Focus on Down-Ballot Races After Losing Texas Senate Primary to Talarico
The outgoing Texas congresswoman confirmed she is not running for Senate and will focus on down-ballot candidates instead of the Democratic nominee.
thehindu.compolitics12 hrs agoUpdated
Ethiopia's Prosperity Party Wins 438 of 547 Seats in Parliamentary Election
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed's party secured a parliamentary majority this month. The result allows the party to form the next government and positions Abiy to begin another term in early October.
The Independentpolitics6 hrs agoUpdated
Trump Says Starmer Will Resign as UK Prime Minister
President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social that Keir Starmer will resign, citing failures on immigration and energy policy. UK officials said the reports remain unconfirmed speculation.
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dailycaller.comworld16 hrs ago
Vice President JD Vance Appears on Wife's Podcast for Father's Day Special
Vice President JD Vance joined Second Lady Usha Vance on her podcast to discuss his duties, family reading habits, and read Winnie-the-Pooh. The episode is scheduled to air Sunday morning.
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gamereactor.eupolitics8 hrs agoUpdated
Trump Warns of Renewed Strikes on Iran as U.S. and Iranian Officials Hold Talks
President Trump posted on Truth Social that the United States will strike Iran harder than last week if it does not stop its proxies in Lebanon. Vice President JD Vance held talks with Iranian officials in Switzerland the same day.
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Japan Timesworld16 hrs ago
LDP and Innovation Party split on extending Diet session past July 17
Shunichi Suzuki said the party wants to finish work on Imperial House Law changes and coalition agreements before the July 17 end date.
Washington Examinerpolitics18 hrs ago
Declassified Documents Show Fauci Consulted on Early COVID-19 Origin Assessments by Intelligence Agencies
Newly released records show Dr. Anthony Fauci participated in intelligence community reviews of SARS-CoV-2 origins from 2020 through 2021. The documents were released by Sen. Rand Paul and former Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard.
Fox Newspolitics18 hrs ago
Barack Obama Presidential Center Opens to Public on Juneteenth Amid Scrutiny of His Record
The 19.3-acre center in Chicago opened Friday during the Juneteenth holiday after a private ceremony the night before. Visitors described the former president's legacy as unifying and scandal-free.
pitchfork.compolitics18 hrs ago
Iceland Sets August 29 Referendum on Resuming EU Membership Talks
Voters will decide whether to restart accession negotiations halted since 2015. The ballot is the first on EU membership in more than a decade.
France 24politics22 hrs ago
Colombians Vote Sunday Between Hard-Right Lawyer and Leftist Senator Seeking Peace-Process Changes
Voters choose a president between Abelardo de la Espriella, who won 44 percent in May's first round, and Ivan Cepeda, who received 41 percent. The outcome will shape Colombia's peace process and relations with Washington.
upi.comworld22 hrs ago
President Lee Jae Myung Names New Communications, Civil Affairs Secretaries
President Lee Jae Myung appointed five senior aides and one vice minister on June 21, 2026, as he began the second year of his term.
Yonhapworld22 hrs ago
Seoul Court to Deliver Verdict on Former First Lady Kim Keon Hee on Friday
The Seoul Central District Court will deliver its verdict at 2 p.m. Friday in the bribery-for-mediation case against Kim Keon Hee, wife of ousted former President Yoon Suk Yeol.
thehindu.compolitics18 hrs agoUpdated
Thousands March in Tirana Against Planned Resort
Thousands of protesters marched through Albania's capital on Saturday in one of the largest demonstrations since rallies against a planned resort began nearly three weeks ago. The project has drawn public opposition over its reported links to U.S. President Donald Trump's family.
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dimsumdaily.hkpolitics1 day ago
Keir Starmer Prepares to Announce Resignation This Week
British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is preparing to announce his resignation and set out a timetable for departure from No. 10 Downing Street this week, according to The Observer.
f4wonline.compolitics1 day ago
UFC holds championship fight on White House lawn; comedian calls attendees racist
D.L. Hughley posted on social media that only racists and those tolerant of racists attended the UFC Freedom 250 event on the White House South Lawn. He also compared the event to gladiatorial combat in ancient Rome.
New York Postpolitics16 hrs agoUpdated
Democratic Primary Results Show Candidates Reflecting Local Priorities
U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance said the Democratic Party is moving toward its most progressive and socialist candidates following recent local election victories. He made the remarks during a Fox & Friends Weekend appearance.
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The Hillpolitics1 day ago
Wasserman Schultz Enters Florida’s 20th District Primary After Redistricting Alters Her Seat
The Florida Democrat faces multiple Black challengers in the Aug. 18 primary for the majority-Black seat vacated in April. Critics say the move disregards community input and Black political representation.
newrepublic.comworld1 day ago
Rep. Jamie Raskin Launches Probe Into FBI Director Kash Patel Over Bonus Payments
The ranking Democrat on the House Judiciary Committee is seeking records on more than $1 million in extra payments to the director’s advisory team and security detail.
jpost.compolitics1 day ago
Netanyahu Reverses Plan to Name Caroline Glick New York Consul General
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reversed his earlier consideration of adviser Caroline Glick for the New York posting on June 20 2026. The Reform Judaism movement in the United States welcomed the decision.
news.sky.comtechnology1 day ago
President conducts online polls on rival nicknames and agency name change
An online survey asked followers to choose between two spellings for a nickname aimed at political opponents. A second poll asked whether the name of an immigration enforcement agency should be changed to include the word National.
Fortunepolitics1 day ago
AP-NORC Poll: 65% Disapprove of Trump on Iran, 37% Overall Job Approval Unchanged
A new survey of 3,040 adults finds President Donald Trump’s overall job approval steady at 37% as a deal with Iran takes shape.
Fox Newspolitics1 day ago
Railroad Union Spent Over $18 Million From 2017 to 2024, Report Says
The American Accountability Foundation examined spending by the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employees Division, which represents 37,000 rail workers. The union disputed the findings.
theblaze.compolitics1 day ago
Judge Denies Biden Injunction but Grants Three-Week Stay on Ghostwriter Recordings Release
U.S. District Judge Dabney Friedrich ruled the Justice Department can release redacted audio and transcripts from former President Biden's interviews with ghostwriter Mark Zwonitzer to the Heritage Foundation and House Judiciary Committee.
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Fortunefinance1 day ago
Democratic candidate wins D.C. mayoral primary
The Democratic Socialist of America member defeated her opponents and is positioned to win November’s general election in the heavily Democratic city.
indiatoday.intoday.infinance1 day ago
Bolivia Declares 90-Day Emergency as Road Blockades Cut Fuel and Food Supplies
President Rodrigo Paz ordered the military to clear barricades after five weeks of protests. Shortages have left at least 17 people dead and isolated the capital La Paz.
thenation.compolitics1 day ago
Hundreds Protest Netanyahu Government While Police Seize Sound Equipment in Jerusalem
Israel Police in Jerusalem seized sound equipment from demonstrators last week under Sabbath noise rules. Protests continued on June 20 at multiple sites including planned gatherings at Habima Square in Tel Aviv.
jpost.compolitics1 day ago
Israeli Opinion Piece Calls for Arab Party in Next Government
A Jerusalem Post opinion article argues that Israel's next government should include an Arab party. The piece frames the inclusion as a statement about the country's direction after October 7.
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abcnews.go.compolitics1 day ago
Meloni and Trump Trade Public Criticism Over Iran Policy and Italian Base Access
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni responded on Instagram to U.S. President Donald Trump's criticism of her popularity and policy on Iran. The exchange follows Trump's military action against Iran this year.
foxnews.compolitics1 day ago
Sen. Chris Van Hollen Says He Is Exploring 2028 Presidential Run
The Maryland Democrat told the On NOTUS podcast he visited New Hampshire and is “kicking the tires” on a campaign. He criticized operating from within Congress and called for dramatic change.
Fox Newspolitics1 day ago
Texas Senate Candidate Talarico Held Four Bay Area Fundraisers in April
Democratic nominee James Talarico attended events in Palo Alto, San Francisco, Oakland and Marin County. He has raised more than $40 million, mostly from small-dollar donors.
Le Mondepolitics1 day ago
Court Orders Restrictions on Spanish PM's Wife Ahead of Corruption Trial
An investigative judge ruled that sufficient evidence exists to bring the prime minister's wife to trial on influence-peddling and misuse of public funds. She must surrender her passport and report to court twice monthly while proceedings continue.
thegatewaypundit.compolitics22 hrs agoUpdated
Spanish Court Orders Begoña Gómez to Stand Trial; She Denies Wrongdoing
A Madrid judge ruled Saturday that Begoña Gómez must face a jury trial on embezzlement, corruption, misappropriation and influence-peddling counts tied to her university role.
thehindu.compolitics1 day ago
Vice President JD Vance Memoir on Faith Journey Debuts, Recounts Hope Wife Will Convert
JD Vance’s new book recounts his path from Protestant upbringing through atheism to Catholicism. The memoir details how personal relationships and family life shaped his conversion.
France 24world1 day agoUpdated
Bolivia Declares State of Emergency After 50-Day Blockade Crisis
President Rodrigo Paz declared a state of emergency on June 20, 2026, hours after reaching a deal with the main trade union federation. The measure allows military deployment nationwide amid shortages of food, medicine and fuel.
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manilatimes.networld1 day ago
Former peace adviser says exit deal possible once key Bangsamoro commitments are irreversible
Teresita Quintos Deles told a Manila forum that an exit agreement can be signed once core pillars are irreversible. She cited suspended decommissioning and leadership changes that have strained relations with the MILF.
Fox Newspolitics1 day ago
Minnesota Attorney General Disputes $8 Billion Fraud Figure and Ends Interview
Keith Ellison rejected an $8 billion fraud estimate and walked away from a Fox News Digital reporter after Vice President JD Vance threatened to refer him to the Justice Department.
yna.co.krworld1 day ago
Suwon Court Sentences Former Gyeonggi Vice Governor to Four Months for Perjury
The Suwon District Court convicted Lee Hwa-young of giving false testimony about a 2024 parliamentary hearing. He is already serving a separate seven-year-and-eight-month term.
foxnews.compolitics1 day ago
Jack Osbourne Responds to Criticism Over Attending UFC Event at the White House
The 40-year-old posted a video on his YouTube channel after receiving online criticism for attending the June 15 fight on the South Lawn.
France 24politics1 day agoUpdated
Bolivian President Declares State of Emergency After Deal With Workers’ Confederation to Clear Road Blockades
President Rodrigo Paz invoked emergency powers Saturday after 50 days of protests that have halted fuel, food and medicine supplies across parts of the country.
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nypost.compolitics1 day ago
Behar Defends Courtesy to Vance on The View While Co-Hosts Question Her Tone
Behar said she followed Barbara Walters’ example when hosting the vice president. Co-hosts questioned whether she had been too welcoming.
Nbc Newssports2 days ago
U.S. Requires Iran Soccer Team to Enter and Exit U.S. Same Day for World Cup Matches
Iran’s national team is based in Tijuana, Mexico, and must cross the border for each of its three group-stage matches in the United States under 24-hour entry and exit restrictions.
newrepublic.compolitics2 days ago
Fox News Poll Finds 25% Trust Federal Government, 74% Do Not
A Fox News poll conducted June 12-15 found 25 percent of registered voters trust the federal government, down from 32 percent in prior summers. Distrust reached 74 percent overall.
foxnews.compolitics2 days ago
Hunter Biden Criticizes UFC Event on White House Lawn but Praises UFC Brand as American Success
Hunter Biden addressed podcaster Joe Rogan on social media Thursday and challenged Donald Trump Jr. to a cage match after the UFC Freedom 250 event was held on the White House South Lawn.
thenation.compolitics8 hrs agoUpdated
Trump Endorses Both Candidates in South Carolina Governor Runoff
President Trump posted a dual endorsement on Truth Social for the two Republican candidates in South Carolina’s governor runoff. The move follows an earlier single endorsement and comes after the president’s preferred candidate failed to secure a majority in the primary.
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deccanchronicle.compolitics2 days ago
Trump Says No Limits to His Power During Iran Conflict
President Trump stated there are no limits to his power amid the war in Iran. He also said Israel does what he says. The comments came in an interview after he returned from the G7 summit.
gamereactor.euworld2 days ago
Costa Rican President Laura Fernandez Unharmed After Explosion Near Mining Zone
Security forces removed President Laura Fernandez from a mining-area tour on June 19, 2026, after a loud blast near an illegal mining zone. She was unharmed.
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rove.mepolitics2 days ago
President Endorses Both Candidates in South Carolina Governor Runoff
The president endorsed both Republican candidates in the South Carolina governor runoff on Friday. The move followed losses in other governor races.
gamereactor.eupolitics2 days ago
Leaked List Shows Actors, Media Executives Among Dialog Conference Attendees
Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Sophia Bush and Josh Brolin responded after The Hollywood Reporter published attendee names from the private group.
Euronewspolitics2 days ago
Jordan Bardella Begins Two-Day Visit to Poland to Meet Political Leaders
The National Rally leader held closed-door meetings in Warsaw with President Karol Nawrocki and Krzysztof Bosak before planned visits to Frontex headquarters and the Polish-Belarusian border.