Senator Cory Booker criticized Secretary of State Marco Rubio during a CNN interview, suggesting that Rubio exhibits signs of Stockholm syndrome in his relationship with President Trump. This comment reflects Booker's view on Rubio's political alignment with the President.
The Vegas Golden Knights defeated the Carolina Hurricanes 5-4 in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final, coming back from a 2-0 deficit. Tomas Hertl scored the decisive goal late in the third period, contributing to the Golden Knights' seventh consecutive win. Game 2 will take place on Thursday night.
In the early returns of the California governor's race, Republican Steve Hilton is currently in the lead. These results are preliminary and represent the first election returns.
In the early election results for the California governor's race, Republican Steve Hilton is closely competing with Democrat Xavier Becerra. The final results are pending as votes continue to be counted.
Rep. Tom Kean Jr. has been absent from Congress for three months due to a medical condition. He plans to disclose details about his health upon returning to in-person work. Kean has confirmed his candidacy for re-election and will face Democrat Rebecca Bennett in November.
Spencer Pratt, a candidate for mayor in Los Angeles, has been actively campaigning and has received considerable funding from out-of-town contributors. This aspect of his campaign has drawn attention as he seeks to gain traction in the race.
Jill Biden's memoir details a tense motorcade ride with Melania Trump during Donald Trump's second inauguration on January 20, 2025. Biden describes the discomfort stemming from Melania's belief that President Biden was responsible for the FBI's search of Mar-a-Lago, and shares insights into their limited interactions and the changes made to the White House East Wing.
The Department of Justice has expanded its indictment against the Southern Poverty Law Center, alleging that the organization misappropriated over $3 million in donor funds to pay informants linked to extremist groups, including the Ku Klux Klan. The SPLC denies the allegations, asserting that its informant program was intended to prevent violence.
The Department of Justice has expanded its indictment against the Southern Poverty Law Center, alleging that the organization misappropriated over $3 million in donor funds to pay informants linked to extremist groups, including the Ku Klux Klan. The SPLC has denied the allegations, asserting that its informant program was aimed at preventing violence. The indictment also notes a significant increase in the SPLC's revenue over the past decade.
An establishment Democrat won the primary against Zach Wahls in Iowa, as the state prepares for the November midterm elections. Democrats are aiming to be competitive in several races, including the Senate and gubernatorial contests.
Rebecca Bennett has won the Democratic primary for New Jersey's 7th Congressional District and will challenge Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. in the upcoming general election. Kean has been absent from Congress since March due to a personal medical issue, which has drawn criticism from Bennett and mixed reactions from constituents.
Residents of Culver City are unable to participate in the Los Angeles mayoral election, despite their close following of the race. This situation underscores the challenges related to municipal boundaries and voting rights.
Deb Haaland has secured the Democratic nomination for governor in New Mexico, making her a front-runner in the upcoming general election. If elected, she would be the first female Native American governor in the U.S. Haaland's campaign focuses on her heritage and key issues such as healthcare and job creation, while she critiques former President Trump's policies.
Josh Turek has won the Democratic primary for Iowa's open U.S. Senate seat, defeating state Senator Zach Wahls. Turek will face Republican Representative Ashley Hinson in the general election. The race is significant for its potential impact on Senate control, with substantial financial backing from outside groups.
President Donald Trump appointed Bill Pulte as the acting director of national intelligence on June 2, 2026. Pulte, who has no background in intelligence, currently leads the Federal Housing Finance Agency. His appointment has drawn criticism from Senator Mark Warner, who raised concerns about the politicization of intelligence.
Scott Pelley was fired by CBS News after criticizing the leadership of '60 Minutes' during a staff meeting. CBS cited Pelley’s negative attitude towards the show's future as a reason for his termination, which follows a series of controversial changes within the network's news division. The situation has sparked discussions about the direction of '60 Minutes' and the leadership of Bari Weiss.
Elias Irizarry, who was involved in the January 6 Capitol riot and later pleaded guilty to a misdemeanor charge, is now working at the Pentagon. Acting Pentagon press secretary Joel Valdez described him as a qualified professional. Irizarry was sentenced to 14 days in jail and was pardoned by President Trump in 2025.
A survey from the Barbara Jordan Public Policy Research and Survey Center at Texas Southern University reveals that Texas voters are split 50-50 on the balance between preventing voter fraud and protecting access to voting. The results were published on June 3, 2026.
Los Angeles County election officials noted a surge in voter turnout as ballots were processed. They have advised the public to be patient regarding the announcement of results.
Aaron Flint has secured the Republican nomination for the House of Representatives in Montana, seeking to fill the position currently held by Ryan Zinke, who is stepping down. The primary results were announced on June 3, 2026.
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