The primaries held on June 2, 2026, have determined candidates for key House races in Iowa and California, impacting the upcoming elections for control of Congress. Notable matchups include Republican Rep. Zach Nunn against Democratic challenger Sarah Trone Garriott in Iowa's 3rd District, and several competitive races in California resulting from recent redistricting.
The U.S. Supreme Court has allowed Alabama to proceed with a congressional map that has been found to intentionally discriminate against Black voters. This decision follows a broader trend of diminishing federal protections under the Voting Rights Act, raising concerns about the implications for minority voting rights.
Scott Pelley was fired from CBS News and '60 Minutes' after a confrontation with executive producer Nick Bilton. Pelley had criticized the leadership and direction of the show, which has recently seen significant staff changes. His termination raises questions about the future of '60 Minutes' and the influence of corporate interests on CBS News.
The Montana Senate race has become competitive with the entry of three candidates following Senator Steve Daines' withdrawal from the race. Kurt Alme, Seth Bodnar, and Reilly Neill are now vying for the seat, with Bodnar leading in fundraising efforts. Alme is leveraging his Trump endorsements, while Bodnar has raised concerns about the influence of party insiders in the election.
The Montana Senate race is shaping up with three candidates: Kurt Alme, Seth Bodnar, and Reilly Neill. Alme, backed by Trump and Daines, faces criticism from Bodnar, who has raised the most funds. The candidates are preparing for a competitive election in a state that has leaned Republican in recent years.
The USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service is currently addressing a bed bug infestation at its Beltsville, Maryland office. Employees have reported health issues related to toxic fumes after fumigation, and the agency's staffing and funding have seen significant reductions in recent years.
Josh Turek has secured the Democratic nomination for the Iowa Senate seat, defeating Zach Wahls in the primary. He will compete against Republican Ashley Hinson in the November elections, which are critical for determining congressional power.
A survey by the New York Post revealed that none of the nearly dozen Los Angeles residents interviewed supported incumbent mayor Karen Bass in the recent mayoral race. Many expressed a desire for experienced leadership.
Curtis Sliwa has spoken out about the closure of the Times Square Red Lobster, suggesting that the restaurant's all-you-can-eat shrimp deals contributed to its failure. Sliwa is known for his role as a former mayoral candidate and as the co-founder of the Guardian Angels.
Tom Kean Jr., a Republican congressman who has been absent from public view for several months, has won his primary election. His campaign received an endorsement from former President Donald Trump.
The National Science Foundation will dismantle a significant portion of the Ocean Observatories Initiative, which has been collecting ocean data for over a decade. The decision is part of a broader strategy to adjust funding priorities, leading to concerns among scientists about the loss of critical data as climate events impact the Pacific coast.
The Supreme Court has allowed Alabama to use a congressional map that has been criticized for favoring Republicans, overriding a lower court ruling that found the map discriminatory against Black voters. The decision is part of ongoing redistricting efforts linked to maintaining Republican control in Congress, with upcoming special primaries set for August 11.
The Supreme Court has allowed Alabama to implement a congressional map that reduces the number of majority-Black districts, following a 6-3 ruling. This decision comes after a lower court found that the map discriminated against Black voters, but the Supreme Court indicated that Alabama's arguments for the map's legality are likely to succeed. The ruling has implications for upcoming elections, with Alabama's primary elections now rescheduled for August 11.
David Beckham is set to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for his efforts in promoting soccer in the United States. The announcement comes as the FIFA World Cup approaches.
Deb Haaland is projected to win the Democratic primary for governor in New Mexico, succeeding Michelle Lujan Grisham. Haaland previously served as the Interior Secretary and has been involved in initiatives related to public lands and Native American child welfare.
Scott Pelley has been terminated from CBS's '60 Minutes' after criticizing the network's leadership and expressing concerns about the show's direction. His firing follows a heated exchange with new executive producer Nick Bilton, marking Pelley as the fourth reporter to leave the program in recent months.
Prince Harry attended a polo match in Montecito, California, on June 2, 2026. He was there to support his friend Nacho Figueras's son during the competition.
A federal appeals court is reviewing Philadelphia's lawsuit seeking the restoration of a slavery exhibit at the President’s House site, managed by the federal government. The judges questioned the city's authority to dictate exhibits at a site not operated by them, as the Trump administration had removed the exhibit in January 2026 under an executive order.
The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 on June 2, 2026, permitting Alabama to use a new congressional map that could benefit the Republican Party in the 2026 elections. This decision overturned a lower court's injunction that had deemed the map an unlawful racial gerrymander. The ruling has implications for the state's congressional representation, potentially shifting it from five Republicans and two Democrats to six Republicans and one Democrat.
Jim Schwartz has resigned from his role as defensive coordinator for the Cleveland Browns after the team hired Todd Monken as head coach. Schwartz, who was a candidate for the head coaching position, stated that he could not continue in his role after being passed over for the promotion. He has chosen to step away from coaching for the upcoming season.
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