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Bernie Sanders Keeps Winning Democratic Primaries. Now Come the Races That Could Decide the Future of the Left

Over the last four months, a string of Bernie Sanders-backed candidates have emerged from Democratic primaries with victories in races stretching from New Jersey to California. The question now is whether those wins represent the beginning of a broader progressive resurgence or simply a favorable stretch before the movement's biggest…

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How a congressional redistricting battle could gain new life for the 2028 elections

Democrats and Republicans in some states are already looking at how they could reshape congressional voting districts to gain an advantage in the 2028 elections

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Air Force One That Flew Six Presidents Retires as Trump Awaits Qatar-Donated Jet

Air Force One, the iconic VC-25A, retires after 35 years of service. The new Boeing 747-8, donated by Qatar, is set to join the presidential fleet, marking a new era in presidential aviation.

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The federal and state judiciary's evolving role in American democracy

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Thirty-one members of the New York Legislature are retiring this year, the second-most since 2010

Thirty-one members of the New York Legislature are retiring in 2026. This is the second-most retiring incumbents since 2010. The only other year with more than 30 retirements was 2020, when there were 33. Otherwise, 25 incumbents or fewer have retired each year since 2010.

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Trump Admits Iran Memorandum 'Is Not Final' After Signing 14-Point Deal at Versailles

President Trump warns that the US-Iran agreement is not a final deal, despite a signed memorandum aimed at ending conflict. Key issues like sanctions and nuclear oversight remain unresolved.

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Trump’s Iran deal could place his legacy in the hands of Tehran

He lambasted Jimmy Carter during the 1980 hostage crisis; now Trump’s presidency could be similarly blemished

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United Against Trump? Former Presidents Dance at Obama Center Opening After DJT Brands Project 'Total Disaster'

Barack Obama opened his presidential centre in Chicago, emphasising the importance of democratic values. The event featured performances by musical icons and tributes from Michelle Obama.

International Business Times UK

'Haven't learnt that lesson yet': Donald Trump denies limits to his power after Iran war

President Trump declared no limits to U.S. power after a peace agreement with Iran, digitally signed to end hostilities and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Despite critics noting a retreat from initial demands, Trump insisted the deal represented a military victory and demonstrated American strength, not limitations.

The Times of India

No Citizen Safe? Justice Department De-naturalisation Push Could Exceed All Cases Filed Since 2008

The US Justice Department is escalating efforts to revoke citizenship from naturalised Americans, with 250 lawsuits planned by October, as part of Trump's hardline immigration strategy.

International Business Times UK

Why Did Trump Need 22 Doctors? Rep. Jamie Raskin Demands Answers on President's Health

Raskin seeks names of physicians and medication details as White House dismisses transparency concerns

International Business Times UK

US strike on alleged drug boat in Pacific kills three

Providing no evidence, the United States has again attacked an alleged drug smuggling boat, killing three people.

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California labor union offers to scale back billionaire tax proposal after pushback

A California labor union is offering to scale back a proposal to temporarily increase taxes on billionaires

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US strike on an alleged drug boat kills 3 in the eastern Pacific Ocean

The U.S. military has attacked a boat accused of smuggling drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing three people

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$50 Billion in Rural Health Funding Won't Reopen Martin County's Closed Hospital — Here's What the Fine Print Actually Says

KFF Health News investigation: Martin County NC's closed hospital won't benefit from the $50B rural health fund. Here's the structural gap between political promises and fund design.

The Independent UK

Senators seek to block Hegseth travel funds until Pentagon releases report on Iran school strike

Senators are seeking to block Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s travel funds until the Pentagon submits its investigation into a strike on an elementary school in Iran that killed more than 165 people

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Weekly Brew: June 19, 2026

Ohio will be one of six states to decide on a ballot measure on voter identification requirements this year. Other voter ID measures are set to appear on the ballot in Arizona, California, Nevada, North Carolina, and Oklahoma. Two other voter ID measures could also appear on statewide ballots this…

The Guardian - US

President of Wisconsin’s largest mosque released from ICE custody

Judge’s order finds officials probably retaliated for Salah Sarsour’s advocacy for Palestinian rights

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California billionaire tax proposal has enough support to get on the November ballot, official says

A proposal to temporarily increase taxes on billionaires in California to counter federal cuts to healthcare for low-income people has sufficient public support to qualify for the November ballot

The Independent UK

Senator urges FAA to reject any pressure from Trump to approve triumphal arch over aviation safety

Democratic Sen. Tammy Duckworth has urged the Federal Aviation Administration to reject pressure from President Donald Trump to approve a 250-foot triumphal arch, citing concerns over aviation safety

France 24

Obama opens Chicago presidential center, urges Americans to defend democracy

Former US president Barack Obama opened his presidential center in Chicago on Thursday, calling for the defense of democracy in a star-studded event attended by three former presidents. “I hope this center will serve as an affirmation of how precious our democracy truly is,” Obama said, as Stevie Wonder closed…

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Trump Account Spinoff Launches, but Only in 23 States: Is Yours on the List?

Here's why a new type of child savings account for foster youth isn't available in most states — for now.

International Business Times UK

Trump Splurges $14 Million in Tax Dollars on Reflecting Pool, Only for New Paint Job to Fail Within Days

The Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool renovation, costing £11.5 million, faces failure as paint strips and algae blooms, raising concerns about project execution and taxpayer expense.

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Vance defends Iran deal, eyes Swiss talks

WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - US Vice President JD Vance on Thursday defended the deal to end the Iran war, saying he would likely head to Switzerland for talks to turn it into a long-term agreement.

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on Trump and Iran: a president’s wishful thinking gives way to uncomfortable realities

Editorial: The memorandum of understanding signed in Versailles lays bare US failure and the pointlessness of this illegal war

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