Texas state Representative James Talarico, the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate, acknowledged past comments on transgender policy while criticizing Republican opponent Ken Paxton for alleged corruption. Talarico emphasized his campaign's momentum and proposed solutions for rising living costs, framing the election as a fight against corruption. He aims to attract both Democratic and some Republican voters as the general election approaches.
Rep. Mike Collins has engaged several former Trump advisers for his campaign in the Georgia Senate race, indicating a potential endorsement from Trump ahead of the June 16 primary runoff against Derek Dooley. Collins received 41% of the vote in the primary, while Dooley received 30%. The outcome of the runoff could impact the dynamics between Collins and Governor Brian Kemp, who supports Dooley.
The U.S. government has confirmed the closure of the federal migrant detention center known as 'Alligator Alcatraz' in Florida. The decision was made public on May 27, 2026.
NPR has reduced its workforce by accepting buyouts from 18 journalists and laying off 10 others. This move is aimed at cost-saving and restructuring within the organization.
Nine individuals are missing following an implosion at a paper mill in Washington. Recovery operations are delayed until the tank can be stabilized due to safety concerns.
Enhanced screening procedures for Ebola have been implemented at select US airports for travelers returning from Congo, South Sudan, or Uganda. The designated airports for this screening are Washington Dulles, Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta, and George Bush Intercontinental.
A New Jersey Democratic candidate for Congress volunteered with a nonprofit in Bosnia in 1994 that was later linked to al-Qaeda. The organization was raided by the government in 2002.
President Trump is backing candidates for the midterm elections who align closely with his agenda, potentially reshaping the Republican Party. While he has seen success in recent primaries, the general election outcomes remain uncertain, with concerns about the broader appeal of his endorsed candidates.
Emily Moreno has filed a motion to dismiss a defamation lawsuit from her ex-husband, Rep. Max Miller, claiming the allegations are protected speech under Ohio law. Moreno's legal team argues that the defamation complaint is invalid due to the expiration of the statute of limitations and seeks to have the case dismissed with prejudice, along with an order for Miller to pay her legal fees.
Becky Pepper-Jackson, a transgender athlete, won the girls' state championship in West Virginia amid ongoing legal disputes regarding her eligibility to compete in female sports. The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear a case concerning a state law that bans biological males from competing against females, with a ruling expected in June.
President Donald Trump emphasized his strong demands concerning Iran during a Cabinet meeting, which differed from his previous statements suggesting a potential agreement to end hostilities was close. This indicates a change in the U.S. stance on the matter.
Senator John Cornyn lost the Texas GOP primary to Attorney General Ken Paxton by a significant margin of 27 points. Polls had indicated a loss for Cornyn but did not accurately reflect the scale of his defeat. Paxton's victory is attributed to factors such as a late endorsement from Donald Trump and low voter turnout for Cornyn.
The Missouri Supreme Court upheld the state's new congressional map, ruling that challenges to its shape and population distribution lacked sufficient evidence. This decision aligns with a similar ruling in Florida and emphasizes the court's focus on constitutional compliance rather than political fairness.
A tank rupture at the Nippon Dynawave Packaging Co. paper mill in Washington state has resulted in two confirmed deaths and nine individuals missing. The Longview fire department reported that one hospitalized individual has died, following the incident on Tuesday morning.
Rep. Al Green of Texas reacted to President Trump's remarks after losing the Democratic primary runoff to Rep. Christian Menefee. Trump had posted a congratulatory message to the Democratic Party regarding Green's loss.
West Coast hospitals are on alert for a potential rise in infectious diseases, such as Ebola, coinciding with the FIFA World Cup. Health officials are actively monitoring the situation.
Cleveland Guardians pitching prospect Aidan Major was injured by a line drive during a Minor League game on May 27, 2026. He received immediate medical attention and was taken off the field for evaluation. His father reported that Aidan was doing well after the incident.
The Interlochen Center for the Arts will demolish the Green Lake Lodge, previously named after Jeffrey Epstein. This decision follows the school's efforts to distance itself from Epstein after his 2008 conviction for sexual offenses.
A recent survey from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York shows that food insecurity is more prevalent now than during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic. This indicates an increase in the number of families facing hunger.
The New York Giants have added Josh Tupou to their roster to address depth at the defensive tackle position after Roy Robertson-Harris was injured in practice. Robertson-Harris suffered a ruptured Achilles tendon.
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