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Ken Paxton's Former Lawyer Endorses Rival Candidate James Talarico

Dan Cogdell, who previously represented Ken Paxton, has endorsed James Talarico for Texas State Representative. Cogdell criticized Paxton's focus and emphasized Talarico's ability to unite voters across party lines. Talarico has welcomed supporters of former Senator John Cornyn and those seeking change in government.

New York Post

US to Screen Wastewater for Disease Outbreaks During World Cup

The U.S. plans to screen wastewater for disease outbreaks during the upcoming World Cup to mitigate the risk of disease transmission associated with large-scale international events. This initiative is in response to ongoing public health challenges, including outbreaks of measles, Ebola, and hantavirus.

Al Jazeera English

Iran's Shift in Military Strategy Regarding Proxies

Analysts indicate that Iran has altered its military strategy by directly using its own forces to protect its proxies, rather than relying solely on them to project power. This shift could have implications for regional dynamics.

Guardian — US

ICE Operations Expansion Planned for New York City

Tom Homan, a senior official in the Trump administration, has announced plans to increase ICE operations in New York City. This follows a commitment made to Governor Kathy Hochul after she signed legislation aimed at protecting residents from ICE enforcement.

The Hill

Mormon lawmakers express concerns over Pentagon policy regarding LDS designation

Mormon lawmakers have voiced their concerns about the Pentagon's decision to exclude The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from the 'Christian' designation in its new policy. This change, announced by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, aims to streamline recognized faith groups for demographic purposes.

The Hill

Pentagon Revises Religious Designations Following Congressional Feedback

The Pentagon has revised its religious designations for service members in response to concerns from Mormon lawmakers regarding the classification of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The previous list did not include LDS under 'Christian,' leading to the update announced by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

Fox News — Politics

Graham Platner Criticizes John Fetterman During Town Hall in Maine

Graham Platner, a Democratic Senate candidate, criticized Senator John Fetterman during a town hall in Portland, Maine, using a profane term. This exchange highlights the escalating tensions between the two ahead of the Maine Senate primary on June 9, 2026. Platner is focusing on wealth inequality and aims to challenge incumbent Republican Senator Susan Collins if he wins the primary.

Fox News — Latest

Graham Platner Criticizes John Fetterman During Town Hall Ahead of Maine Senate Primary

Graham Platner, a Democratic Senate candidate, criticized Senator John Fetterman during a town hall in Maine, escalating their ongoing feud. Platner's comments come ahead of the Maine Senate primary, where he is viewed as the presumptive nominee. He emphasized issues of wealth inequality in his campaign while facing various criticisms.

Ars Technica

Falcon 9 Booster B 1067 Completes 35th Mission

The Falcon 9 booster B 1067 has completed its 35th mission, launching 29 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit. This milestone follows over five years of service, primarily focused on Starlink missions.

Axios

Federal Reserve Faces Uncertainty Over Interest Rate Decisions Ahead of Upcoming Meeting

Federal Reserve officials are reassessing their interest rate strategy as recent economic data suggests previous cuts may have been premature. Job growth has improved and inflation has risen, leading to concerns about the appropriateness of current monetary policy. Governor Christopher Waller emphasized that inflation will be a key factor in upcoming policy decisions.

The Daily Beast

Karl Rove Highlights Competitive Senate Races in Iowa and Ohio

Karl Rove has warned that key Senate races in Iowa and Ohio could become competitive for Democrats in the 2026 elections. He highlighted strong Democratic candidates, including Josh Turek in Iowa and Sherrod Brown in Ohio, and noted a shift in Iowa's race rating to 'Lean Republican.' Rove also pointed to polling trends indicating a Democratic lead ahead of the midterms.

Washington Examiner

Tom Homan Claims Most Anti-ICE Protesters at Delaney Hall Are Not New Jersey Residents

Tom Homan, the White House border czar, claimed that most anti-ICE protesters at Delaney Hall in Newark are from outside New Jersey, citing evidence from facial recognition technology. He described the protests as well-organized and noted that several arrests were made over the weekend, including individuals from various states.