Politics

NPR — Politics May 27

South Carolina Republicans Decide Against Redistricting, Clyburn's District Remains Unchanged

Republican lawmakers in South Carolina have rejected a proposal to redraw congressional maps, allowing Rep. Jim Clyburn's majority-Black district to remain unchanged. Clyburn has represented this district for 34 years.

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NPR — Politics May 27

Texas General Election Matchups Confirmed Following Primary Runoffs

The primary runoffs in Texas have ended, setting the stage for the November general election. Notably, Republican Ken Paxton will compete against Democrat James Talarico for a U.S. Senate seat.

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NPR — Top Stories May 27

ICE Expands Use of Iris Recognition Technology

ICE is set to enhance its iris recognition technology by deploying hundreds of scanning devices across the U.S. This move has prompted privacy experts to express concerns about the accumulation of biometric data by the Department of Homeland Security.

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NPR — Top Stories May 27

South Carolina Republicans Decide Against Redistricting, Clyburn's District Remains Unchanged

South Carolina Republicans have opted not to redraw congressional maps, allowing Rep. Jim Clyburn's majority-Black district to remain unchanged. Clyburn has represented this district for 34 years.

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NPR — Politics May 27

South Carolina lawmakers reject redistricting plan supported by Trump

South Carolina lawmakers have rejected a redistricting proposal backed by former President Donald Trump. The plan was intended to help the Republican Party retain control of the U.S. House in the upcoming midterm elections.

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The Daily Beast May 27

Trump Responds to Biden's Legal Action Against DOJ

Donald Trump criticized President Joe Biden following Biden's federal lawsuit aimed at blocking the release of audio recordings from a special counsel investigation. Biden's legal team argues that the release would violate his privacy, while Trump claims the situation reflects a political double standard.

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New York Post May 27

US military conducts strike on drug-trafficking vessel in Eastern Pacific

The US military carried out a strike on a drug-trafficking vessel in the Eastern Pacific, killing one alleged narco-terrorist. Two survivors were reported, and the US Coast Guard has begun search-and-rescue efforts.

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Daily Wire May 27

Pam Bondi Diagnosed with Thyroid Cancer After DOJ Departure

Pam Bondi, former Attorney General, was diagnosed with thyroid cancer shortly after leaving the Department of Justice. She has undergone treatment and is recovering, with limited public details available. The news has prompted expressions of support from various political figures, and Bondi remains connected to President Trump, who may appoint her to a new advisory role.

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Deutsche Welle May 27

US Administration Plans to Limit Immigration at Certain Airports

The US administration is preparing to restrict immigration at airports in sanctuary cities, which are known for not cooperating with federal immigration policies. This action is timed with the anticipated arrival of millions of foreign tourists for the FIFA World Cup in June.

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BBC — World May 27

Trump-backed candidate wins Texas primary against incumbent senator

A Trump-backed candidate has won the Texas primary against an incumbent senator, leading to a closely watched election in November against the Democratic challenger. The primary took place on May 27, 2026.

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Fox News — Latest May 27

Evacuation Orders Lifted for 50,000 Residents After Chemical Incident at California Aerospace Plant

Evacuation orders for approximately 50,000 residents near a Southern California aerospace facility were lifted after a hazardous materials incident involving a compromised chemical tank. Health officials confirmed no hazardous contamination was detected, and ongoing monitoring will continue. The incident has prompted local officials to scrutinize the safety practices of the company involved.

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NPR — Top Stories May 27

Biden Files Lawsuit Against DOJ to Prevent Release of Interview Recordings

President Joe Biden has filed a lawsuit against the Justice Department to stop the release of audio recordings and transcripts related to his interview with a ghostwriter. The materials were collected during a special counsel probe.

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NPR — Top Stories May 27

Trump to Meet with Cabinet to Discuss Iran War Negotiations

President Trump will convene his Cabinet to address negotiations regarding the war with Iran. The proposed deal has drawn considerable criticism.

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NPR — Politics May 27

President Trump to Meet with Cabinet to Discuss Iran War Negotiations

President Trump will convene his Cabinet to discuss negotiations to end the war with Iran. The emerging deal has faced substantial criticism.

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New York Post May 27

Trump criticizes Chicago Democratic leaders after incident involving police officers

President Trump has criticized Chicago's Democratic leaders and called for federal intervention after an incident during a 'teen takeover' event resulted in five police officers being struck by an 18-year-old. The incident occurred over Memorial Day Weekend.

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Fox News — Politics May 27

Pam Bondi diagnosed with thyroid cancer after leaving role as Attorney General

Pam Bondi, former Attorney General, has been diagnosed with thyroid cancer shortly after leaving her position in early April. She is recovering and has also been appointed to an advisory committee on artificial intelligence policy by President Trump.

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Fox News — Latest May 27

Pam Bondi diagnosed with thyroid cancer after leaving role as Attorney General

Pam Bondi, former Attorney General, has been diagnosed with thyroid cancer following her departure from the Department of Justice. She is currently recovering and has been appointed to an advisory committee on artificial intelligence policy by President Trump.

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nbcnews.com May 27

Texas Attorney General Primary Runoff Candidates Announced for 2026

Mayes Middleton and Rep. Chip Roy are in a runoff for Texas Attorney General, with incumbent Ken Paxton running for Senate. The Democratic runoff features former Galveston Mayor Joe Jaworski and state Senator Nathan Johnson. The expected vote count is based on early voting data and will be updated as new information comes in.

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nbcnews.com May 27

Johnny Garcia wins Texas House primary amid controversy surrounding rival's comments

Johnny Garcia has secured the Democratic nomination for Texas’ 35th Congressional District, defeating rival Maureen Galindo, who faced backlash for antisemitic comments. Garcia will compete against Republican Carlos De La Cruz in the general election, as the district, redrawn to favor Republicans, shows signs of being competitive.

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New York Post May 27

Biden Files Lawsuit Against Justice Department Over Audio and Transcripts Release

President Joe Biden has initiated legal action against the Justice Department to block the release of audio and transcripts connected to a special counsel investigation. The inquiry, led by Robert Hur, examines Biden's retention of classified documents from his previous roles in government.

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