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Democratic Primaries in New York Result in Losses for Incumbents

In the New York primaries, House Democrats faced significant defeats as two incumbents were ousted by left-wing challengers, leading to an expected increase in the number of Democratic Socialists of America in Congress. The results have prompted concerns among moderate Democrats about the future direction of the party.

New York Times — US

April McClain Delaney Wins Democratic House Primary in Maryland

April McClain Delaney has secured victory in the Democratic primary for the House in Maryland. As a former Biden administration official, she is anticipated to perform well in the general election within her district, which leans Democratic.

Fox News — Latest

David Trone defeated by April McClain Delaney in Maryland primary

David Trone lost to April McClain Delaney in a Maryland primary election on June 24, 2026, with over $32 million spent in total by both candidates. Trone, who invested more than $25 million of his wealth, faced criticism from Delaney regarding a past vote, while she received support from key figures in the Maryland Democratic Party.

Fox News — Politics

David Trone defeated by April McClain Delaney in Maryland primary

David Trone lost the Democratic primary in Maryland to incumbent April McClain Delaney, who spent at least $7 million of her own funds in the race. The primary, held on June 24, 2026, was one of the most expensive in the cycle, with over $32 million spent by both candidates. Delaney received significant support from Maryland's Democratic establishment.

The Daily Beast

Trump Endorsed Candidates in South Carolina Primary Election

President Donald Trump endorsed both Alan Wilson and Pam Evette in the South Carolina Republican gubernatorial primary. Wilson won the runoff election with 68.6% of the vote, while Evette received 31.4%. Trump congratulated Wilson on Truth Social and expressed gratitude for both candidates' campaigns.

Deutsche Welle

YouTube Settles Lawsuit Related to Teen Mental Health

YouTube has settled a lawsuit filed by a Florida teenager who alleged that the platform's design contributed to mental health issues. The lawsuit highlights concerns about the impact of social media on the well-being of young users, with other platforms also facing similar claims.

Washington Examiner

General Chris Donahue Resigns as Commander of U.S. Army Europe and Africa

General Chris Donahue has resigned from his role as the commanding general of U.S. Army Europe and Africa, effective July. His resignation follows reported clashes with Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and is part of a larger trend of high-ranking military officials departing under Hegseth's tenure. Donahue is known for being the last U.S. service member to leave Afghanistan during the 2021 withdrawal.

Guardian — US

Nancy Lacore Wins Democratic Primary in South Carolina

Nancy Lacore, a former navy rear-admiral, won the Democratic primary for South Carolina's first congressional district. She defeated Mac Deford in a runoff and will aim to flip the Republican seat in the November midterm elections.

Al Jazeera English

Dettol issues apology for advertisement in China

Dettol has apologized for an advertisement in China that was intended to challenge sexism but faced criticism for potentially reinforcing it. The company recognized the backlash and expressed regret for any offense caused.

The Daily Beast

Government Reports Contradict Trump's Claims About Reflecting Pool Vandalism

Reports from The New York Times reveal inconsistencies between President Trump's claims about vandalism at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool and findings from government documents. The reports indicate that while cuts were found in the pool's foam lining, they were not linked to the alleged vandalism or the pool's algae issues. Trump's assertions about the extent of damage and the involvement of 'leftists' have not been substantiated by the available evidence.

Axios

Adriano Espaillat loses primary to Darializa Avila Chevalier

Adriano Espaillat, the chair of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus, was defeated in his primary by Darializa Avila Chevalier, a democratic socialist. The election attracted significant financial backing and media attention, highlighting tensions within the Democratic Party.