Representative Tom Kean Jr. of New Jersey has returned to Congress after missing more than 135 roll call votes since March 5, 2026. His absence has been noted by both constituents and political analysts.
A Northern California man has been sentenced to three years in prison for being found drunk and passed out in his vehicle at an In-N-Out drive-thru. The incident occurred in June 2025.
The Cook Political Report has revised its ratings for seven House races, indicating a more favorable outlook for Democrats in the 2026 elections. Key changes include shifts in ratings for several Republican incumbents and open seats, reflecting a challenging political environment for the GOP amid low approval ratings for President Trump and economic concerns.
A federal judge has decided to limit the challenges against President Trump's executive order on mail-in voting, stating that concerns about future elections cannot be raised at this time. The ruling comes after lawsuits were filed by voter education nonprofits and Democratic-led states in April.
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is proposing measures to address conflicts associated with data centers, which are known for their high energy consumption. This initiative comes as technology companies continue to expand their data center operations to support artificial intelligence development.
Maria Bartiromo and Rep. Ro Khanna debated the SAVE America Act, which would mandate proof of citizenship for voter registration. Bartiromo supported the act as a measure for election integrity, while Khanna argued against the additional documentation requirements, advocating for the enforcement of existing laws instead.
On June 18, 2026, the average price of gasoline in the US dropped below $4 per gallon, marking the first such decline since March. This change follows a preliminary agreement between the US and Iran to end hostilities, although prices are still significantly higher than before the conflict began.
Dr. Sean Barbabella, Donald Trump's physician, is under scrutiny after the president's recent physical exam involved 22 specialists. Concerns have been raised regarding Trump's health, including visible symptoms and frequent hospital visits. Democratic Representative Jamie Raskin has called for more transparency from the White House regarding the president's medical evaluations.
The federal contract for the Lincoln Memorial's Reflecting Pool has risen to $14.7 million, reflecting an increase of over $1.5 million from the previous month's cost of $13.1 million. The contract is managed by Atlantic Industrial Coatings.
A petition to rename the street outside Trump Tower in Chicago to Barack Hussein Obama Ave has gained over 25,000 signatures. City Alderman Brendan Reilly has proposed an ordinance for this change, which Mayor Brandon Johnson supports. This initiative coincides with the opening of Obama's presidential center in the city.
The Colorado Governor has granted clemency to Tina Peters, overriding the recommendations of the state's clemency advisory board, which had twice rejected her release. Board members Hannah Proff and Azra Taslimi confirmed the board's decisions.
Colorado Governor has decided to release Tina Peters despite the clemency advisory board's two rejections of her release requests. The board consists of 11 members, including Denver lawyers Hannah Proff and Azra Taslimi.
Arizona prosecutors have dismissed a case related to fake electors, the third such dismissal by states. The Democratic Attorney General plans to seek a new indictment by bringing the case back to a grand jury.
The Trump administration has decided not to dismantle the $368 million Ocean Observatories Initiative after receiving pushback from lawmakers and experts. The National Science Foundation confirmed that operations and maintenance will continue as planned.
Vice President Vance defended the Trump administration's Iran deal during a press briefing on June 18, 2026. He described the criticism of the agreement from both political parties as inaccurate.
Rep. Tom Kean Jr. plans to return to Capitol Hill on June 30 after a prolonged absence due to a personal medical issue. His spokesperson confirmed that Kean is eager to resume work and will address his health situation publicly upon his return. The timing of his return may be short-lived, as Congress is set to enter a recess shortly thereafter.
Rep. Jamie Raskin has reiterated his investigation into President Trump's health records, questioning the involvement of 22 specialists in declaring Trump's health status. This inquiry comes shortly after Trump's 80th birthday.
A man has been charged with a hate crime in connection with a burning cross found in Grant Park, Chicago, on June 9. The specific details of the charges and the individual's identity remain undisclosed.
Janeese Lewis George will be the next mayor of Washington DC after her opponent conceded on June 18, 2026. Her campaign emphasized childcare, education, housing, and changes to immigration enforcement policies.
On June 18, 2026, Representative Nancy Pelosi criticized President Trump's military actions against Iran, claiming that Americans have 'paid the price.' She described the U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding as a significant benefit to Iran and condemned the withdrawal from the agreement.
We use first-party cookies only — for login, preferences, and aggregate
analytics with hashed IPs. No third-party trackers.
Read more