Politics
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Politics · United StatesCalifornia’s 14th District elects Aisha Wahab in special runoff to replace Eric Swalwell
Aisha Wahab won the special election runoff for California’s 14th Congressional District, defeating Melissa Hernandez after a prolonged count of mail ballots. The seat, vacated by Eric Swalwell in April, will be held by Wahab until January, with a rematch set for November.
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Politics · United StatesElon Musk calls Derek Chauvin's conviction unjust, urges his release
Elon Musk posted on X that Derek Chauvin was 'unjustly convicted of murder' and should be freed, aligning with Chauvin's third legal attempt to overturn his 2021 conviction. Chauvin's attorneys allege procedural errors, including Governor Tim Walz's transfer of prosecutorial oversight to state officials.
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Politics · European UnionChemnitz University rejects Voigt's appeal against doctorate withdrawal
The Technical University of Chemnitz upheld its decision to withdraw Mario Voigt's doctorate following plagiarism allegations in his 2008 dissertation. Voigt's lawyer announced plans to sue, while political allies and opponents reacted to the ruling, which follows months of scrutiny and a failed no-confidence vote.
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Politics · United StatesTrump approves disaster aid for Colorado fires
President Donald Trump has approved public assistance for Colorado communities impacted by the 'Aspen Acres' and 'Gold Mountain' fires. The declaration follows significant damage from the fires and subsequent flooding, with aid directed towards public infrastructure recovery.
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Politics · United StatesJD Vance Defends Friendship With Tucker Carlson
Vice President JD Vance stated he would not disavow his friendship with Tucker Carlson, despite political disagreements. Vance made the remarks at a White House press conference, emphasizing that personal relationships should not be determined by political differences.
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Politics · Middle EastErdogan urges Trump to pursue Iran talks and highlights Gaza attacks
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan urged US President Donald Trump to continue talks with Iran to ease tensions, while also addressing the Gaza conflict, Israeli attacks on Palestinians, and a defence agreement with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan. Outlets varied in emphasis on diplomacy, regional security, and the timing of Israeli actions.
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Politics · United KingdomNetanyahu labels UK an 'Islamic republic' with nuclear weapons in radio interview
Benjamin Netanyahu referred to the UK as the 'Islamic Republic of Britain' during an Israeli military radio podcast, suggesting it could become the first nuclear-armed Islamic state. The comment, echoing a 2024 remark by US Vice President JD Vance, sparked backlash from British Jewish groups and politicians amid strained UK-Israel relations.
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Politics · United StatesTrump to campaign in North Carolina with Senate nominee Michael Whatley
Donald Trump is scheduled to campaign in North Carolina with Republican Senate nominee Michael Whatley. This event marks Trump's first rally since his midterm convention in Dallas, as Republicans hope his presence will energize voters.
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Politics · Latin AmericaRubio pledges no unilateral US military action against drug traffickers
Secretary of State Marco Rubio pledged that the U.S. would not take military action against drug traffickers in Latin American countries without the approval of its allies. This comes amid a yearlong U.S. campaign of strikes against alleged drug boats in international waters.
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Politics · United StatesSNAP enrollment drops 13% faster than government predicted
Enrollment in the US Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) has fallen by more than 13% in a year, a rate steeper than government projections. This decline is attributed to new work requirements and administrative issues, with Arizona experiencing the most significant drop.
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Politics · UkraineKremlin tells Zelensky to visit Moscow for Putin meeting
Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov has stated that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky can travel to Moscow if he wishes to meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Peskov reiterated a previous offer from Putin that Zelensky could fly to Moscow.
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Politics · United StatesMAGA Inc. to spend $10 million on Texas Senate candidate Ken Paxton
A filing with the Federal Election Commission shows MAGA Inc. will spend at least $10 million to support Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton’s U.S. Senate bid against Democrat James Talarico, with President Donald Trump saying he will fund Republicans he believes can win.
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Politics · United StatesNancy Mace warns of burkas in schools if Abdul El-Sayed elected
US Representative Nancy Mace said on CNN that 'our granddaughters will be wearing burkas to school' if Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan’s Senate race, calling Muslim officeholders a threat. CNN’s Omar Jimenez challenged her on First Amendment protections during the exchange.
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Politics · United StatesConnecticut towns add cameras to school buses to catch violators
Several Connecticut towns are installing AI-powered license plate readers on school buses. The technology, provided by BusPatrol, activates only when a bus is stopped with its warning lights and stop arm engaged, aiming to reduce incidents of drivers passing stopped school buses.
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Politics · RussiaAfD Wins Saxony-Anhalt Election, First Far-Right State Victory
The far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has won state elections in Saxony-Anhalt, according to exit polls. This marks the first time a far-right party has achieved such a result in modern German history, though it is unclear if the AfD can form a government alone.
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Politics · United KingdomMicheál Martin to visit Andy Burnham at No 10 North in Manchester
Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin is set to visit UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham at No 10 North in Manchester. The meeting will focus on strengthening UK-Ireland relations, trade, security, and support for Ukraine.
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Politics · United StatesOklahoma women Sheena Hamlin and Magon Hoffman sue state over abortion ban
Two Oklahoma mothers, Sheena Hamlin and Magon Hoffman, filed a lawsuit with the Center for Reproductive Rights alleging that state abortion restrictions compelled them to leave Oklahoma for out‑of‑state abortions costing thousands after their fetuses were diagnosed as non‑viable. State officials have not commented.
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Politics · United StatesPoll: 63% of Americans oppose Trump's $5,000 payment proposal
A Reuters/Ipsos poll indicates that a majority of Americans disapprove of President Trump's pledge to give $5,000 to every citizen if Republicans keep control of Congress. The poll also shows Democrats leading Republicans in voter preference for congressional elections.
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Joe diGenova resigns from Trump probe after dispute with AG
Joe diGenova, the top prosecutor in a Justice Department probe into former officials targeting Donald Trump, has resigned. His departure followed a tense phone call with Attorney General Todd Blanche and could lead to further delays in the investigation.
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Politics · United StatesCuba says US embargo caused $8bn in damages, denies talks with Washington
Cuba's Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez stated there are no negotiations or plans for future talks with Washington. He reported that the US blockade caused over $8 billion in economic damages between March 2025 and February 2026, a 7% increase from the previous year, and blamed US oil sanctions for nationwide blackouts.
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