Politics

The Hill Jun 18

Senator Chris Van Hollen Considers 2028 Presidential Bid

Senator Chris Van Hollen has indicated that he is considering a presidential run in 2028. He made these remarks during an interview on a podcast, highlighting his growing presence in politics amid President Trump's administration.

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Washington Examiner Jun 18

Florida Congressional Candidate Proposes Renaming I-75 After Donald Trump

Casey Askar, a congressional candidate in Florida, has proposed renaming Interstate 75 to "President Donald J. Trump interstate" to attract endorsements. This follows a trend of honoring Trump, including a recent decision by the Florida legislature to rename Palm Beach International Airport after him.

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Guardian — US Jun 18

Trump Administration Redirects $352 Million in Federal Funds for White House Ballroom

The Trump administration has transferred $352 million in federal funds intended for the Secret Service to a White House ballroom project, contradicting earlier claims that the project would be funded by private donations. The funds were drawn from legislation that restricts their use to Secret Service-related expenses.

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Al Jazeera English Jun 18

Lewis George Leads in DC Mayoral Race Amid Trump's Comments

Lewis George, a candidate from the Democratic Socialist party, is leading in the race for mayor of Washington, D.C. Former President Donald Trump has commented on the election, indicating he could 'take back' D.C. if George is successful, prompting her to pledge a strong response.

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Al Jazeera English Jun 18

Colombia's Run-Off Election Features Candidates Abelardo de la Espriella and Ivan Cepeda

Colombia's upcoming run-off election will see far-right candidate Abelardo de la Espriella face off against leftist Ivan Cepeda. The candidates have significantly different political platforms.

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The Hill Jun 18

Vice President Vance expresses concern over Situation Room audio tapes

Vice President Vance expressed concern regarding the possible leak of audio tapes from the Situation Room to The New York Times. His comments were made in light of a report about his role in addressing issues stemming from files associated with Jeffrey Epstein.

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Los Angeles Times Jun 18

Supreme Court Rules Drug Users Retain Gun Rights

The Supreme Court ruled unanimously on June 18, 2026, that drug users do not lose their right to possess firearms. This ruling reverses longstanding federal laws that restricted gun ownership for individuals using drugs.

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Deutsche Welle Jun 18

Israel Cuts Ties with EU's Kaja Kallas

Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Saar has stated that the country will cut ties with Kaja Kallas, the EU's foreign affairs chief. The decision is linked to Kallas's reported comparison of Israel to apartheid-era South Africa.

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Fox News — Politics Jun 18

Janeese Lewis George Set to Become Mayor of Washington, D.C. After Opponent Concedes

Janeese Lewis George is set to become the mayor of Washington, D.C. following the concession of her main opponent, Kenyan McDuffie. Her campaign has focused on opposing federal intervention in D.C. and advocating for progressive policies, including youth programming and childcare access. President Trump has indicated he may respond to her election with federal measures.

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New York Times — US Jun 18

D.C. Mayoral Primary Results: Centrist Democrat Concedes to Socialist Candidate

Councilwoman Janeese Lewis George has won the D.C. mayoral primary against a centrist Democrat. The Associated Press has not yet made an official call on the race, which was influenced by President Trump's political presence in the capital.

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New York Times — Politics Jun 18

D.C. Mayoral Primary Results: Centrist Democrat Concedes to Socialist Candidate

Councilwoman Janeese Lewis George, a socialist candidate, has received a concession from her centrist opponent in the D.C. mayoral primary. The Associated Press has not officially called the race, and the influence of former President Donald Trump was highlighted during the campaign.

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Al Jazeera English Jun 18

Analysis of Historical Tensions Between US and Israeli Leaders

Reports indicate ongoing tensions between Israeli and American leaders, yet US policy towards Israel has not been affected by these disputes. This analysis explores the historical context of such tensions.

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Washington Post — Politics Jun 18

Vice President Vance discusses relationship with Pope Leo in podcast

Vice President Vance shared insights about his relationship with Pope Leo during a podcast interview, noting that it is positive. The conversation touched on their exchanges concerning disagreements over the war.

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The Daily Beast Jun 18

Trump Expresses Frustration with Senate Republicans Over Legislative Priorities

President Trump has shown increasing frustration with Senate Republicans, especially Majority Leader John Thune, over legislative priorities, particularly the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility Act. The bill has stalled in the Senate, prompting Trump to publicly criticize Republican leaders and assert that he will not support the renewal of FISA without the inclusion of his proposed legislation.

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PBS NewsHour Jun 18

Vice President Vance to Begin New Phase of Negotiations with Iran in Switzerland

Vice President Vance will travel to Switzerland to start new negotiations with Iran, following President Trump's signing of an agreement concerning the Iran conflict. The trip marks a significant step in the ongoing diplomatic efforts.

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PBS NewsHour Jun 18

Vice President Vance Announces U.S. Navy Lifts Blockade on Iranian Ports

On June 18, 2026, Vice President JD Vance announced that the U.S. Navy has lifted its blockade on Iranian ports, permitting over a dozen ships to pass. This decision is part of an agreement aimed at ending the ongoing war.

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Fox News — Politics Jun 18

Supreme Court Strikes Down Law Prohibiting Gun Ownership for Marijuana Users

On June 18, 2026, the Supreme Court unanimously struck down a law that prohibited 'habitual' marijuana users from owning firearms, ruling it as overly broad and a violation of the Second Amendment. The case centered on Ali Hemani, whose prosecution under this law was deemed unjustified as there was no evidence he posed a danger to himself or others.

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PBS NewsHour Jun 18

Supreme Court rules in favor of Texas marijuana user regarding gun rights

The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled in favor of Ali Danial Hemani, who argued that a Texas law preventing gun ownership for illegal drug users violates the Second Amendment. Hemani faced no additional charges related to his firearm possession.

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NPR — Top Stories Jun 18

Supreme Court rules on gun ownership rights for marijuana users

The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that a law barring marijuana users from owning guns infringes on Second Amendment rights, deeming the law unconstitutionally vague. This decision has implications for gun ownership regulations concerning drug use.

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NPR — Top Stories Jun 18

Supreme Court rules in favor of marijuana user regarding gun ownership rights

The U.S. Supreme Court has ruled that a law barring marijuana users from owning guns infringes on their Second Amendment rights. The court deemed the law unconstitutionally vague.

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