House Speaker Mike Johnson confirmed that Rep. Tom Kean Jr. has been absent from Congress for nearly three months due to a health issue, which he described as 'very common.' Kean has missed over 100 votes but plans to return to in-person work in a few weeks, promising to disclose details about his condition at that time.
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin is reviewing contracts signed by former Secretary Kristi Noem, which may be linked to her allies. He has pledged to share a list of canceled contracts with the House panel during his testimony.
Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin expressed hopes that the FIFA World Cup will improve cooperation between the federal government and sanctuary cities during his testimony before the House Homeland Security Committee. He discussed security concerns related to the event, including drone threats, and highlighted the cooperation with local officials in Los Angeles, which is hosting several matches.
Senator Kevin Cramer criticized President Trump's appointment of Bill Pulte as director of national intelligence, calling it a 'funny pick' and expressing doubts about his confirmation. Pulte, who lacks a traditional intelligence background, is replacing Tulsi Gabbard, and his selection has drawn criticism from various political figures. The White House defended the appointment, emphasizing Pulte's capabilities.
The entry of a candidate named Dan Sullivan in the Alaska Senate race has raised concerns about voter confusion. Incumbent Senator Dan Sullivan has accused Democrats of orchestrating this situation to disrupt his campaign. The National Republican Senatorial Committee has requested the removal of the new candidate's name from the ballot, citing potential confusion among voters.
Jacqui Irwin, a California State Assemblymember, is likely to succeed Rep. Julia Brownley in the House. She has secured a leading position in the race for California’s 26th Congressional District, with 40.09 percent of the vote according to Decision Desk HQ.
The FBI responded to a hostage situation in a California office building, resulting in the fatal shooting of a suspect after more than 15 hours. Police confirmed the details of the incident.
Kevin Kiley, an independent candidate, is leading in the primary for California's Sixth Congressional District. He switched from the Republican Party after the district was redrawn to favor Democratic candidates.
Donald Trump is approaching 500 days in office with a net approval rating of -25 points, the lowest recorded since 2009. Economic concerns, particularly inflation, are significant issues for voters, with many expressing dissatisfaction with Trump's performance. Despite low national approval ratings, Trump continues to hold a strong position within the Republican Party.
Graham Platner, a Democratic Senate candidate in Maine, has issued a memo to supporters emphasizing his fundraising and polling strength amid a sexting scandal. The Democratic Party is backing Platner as he challenges incumbent Senator Susan Collins.
A YouGov poll shows that 26% of MAGA supporters oppose the idea of featuring President Trump's image on a proposed $250 bill, while 48% support it. The proposal, aimed at commemorating America's 250th anniversary, faces legal challenges due to existing laws against depicting living individuals on currency.
Senator Tommy Tuberville has released residency and tax documents in response to challenges from former opponent Ken McFeeters regarding his qualifications for the Alabama gubernatorial race. McFeeters has raised concerns about Tuberville's residency status, citing his voting history in Florida. Tuberville maintains that his homestead exemption in Alabama supports his residency claim.
President Trump announced his intention to appoint Todd Blanche as the permanent Attorney General, praising his performance in the role. No specific timeline for the nomination was provided.
The Iowa primary elections featured significant upsets, with Zach Lahn defeating Trump-endorsed Rep. Randy Feenstra in the GOP primary for governor. Additionally, Josh Turek emerged victorious over Zach Wahls in the Democratic primary.
Jamshid Ghomi, a dual U.S.-Iranian national, was arrested for allegedly supplying American technology to Iran's nuclear program. He faces federal charges for conspiring to violate U.S. sanctions and laundering significant amounts of money. The DOJ has been targeting networks involved in similar activities.
Susan Saulny, a journalist, investigates her family history, particularly her Creole great-uncle who relocated to Chicago and chose to identify as white. This decision has had lasting effects on her family's dynamics and connections.
Markwayne Mullin, Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, addressed congressional panels on June 2 and 3, 2026, discussing the return of ICE training to regular standards. His comments were made during hearings focused on the agency's operations.
Markwayne Mullin, Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, addressed congressional panels on June 2 and 3, 2026, discussing the training standards for ICE. He indicated that the training would return to regular standards.
Conservative lawmakers in the House are challenging a Senate proposal that combines a temporary ban on central bank digital currency with an extension of warrantless surveillance powers. The proposal is led by Senators Tom Cotton and Chuck Grassley.
Juan Gabriel Reyes attempted to open an emergency door during a Frontier Airlines flight, leading to an emergency landing in Miami. He was subdued by crew members and a former MMA fighter before being arrested upon landing.
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