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Julia Letlow (R) defeated John Fleming (R) in the Republican primary runoff for U.S. Senate in Louisiana

Julia Letlow (R) defeated John Fleming (R) to win a June 27 Republican primary runoff for U.S. Senate in Louisiana. Incumbent Bill Cassidy (R) did not advance from the primary after finishing third with 24% of the vote.

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'A Rate Never Seen Before': Trump Nominates Hardline Ex-Trooper Lance Schroyer to Unleash Historic ICE Deportations

Donald Trump has nominated former Oklahoma state trooper Lance Schroyer as ICE director, promising migrant deportations at a pace 'never seen before' if the Senate confirms him.

International Business Times UK

What Happened to Julia Letlow's Late Husband, Luke Letlow, and Who Is Her Fiancé Kevin Ainsworth?

Julia Letlow wins Louisiana's Republican primary runoff for the US Senate, marking a significant milestone in her political career shaped by personal tragedy and resilience.

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US Congress passes symbolic Iran war rebuke to Trump

WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - The US Senate passed a largely symbolic resolution on Tuesday calling for an end to President Donald Trump's war with Iran, delivering a fresh rebuke to the White House as it tries to negotiate a lasting settlement with Tehran.

Bangkok Post

Iran-US war latest: Trump says no Strait of Hormuz tolls or deal is off

The US and Iran continue to clash over terms despite an agreement to end the war

The Independent UK

In a first, US Senate votes to halt Trump’s Iran war; President fumes, calls move 'meaningless'

In a groundbreaking decision, the US Senate has passed a resolution that requires congressional consent for any further military action against Iran. This marks a pivotal moment in challenging President Trump's military strategy. Although the vote was close and a presidential veto is anticipated, the legislation reflects increasing anxiety regarding…

The Times of India

The U.K. just banned social media for kids under 16. The founder of 'safe TikTok' says the U.S. is next

"These are global dominoes," Zigazoo's Zak Ringelstein told Fortune. "The under-16 social media bans are spreading and the next place will be the U.S."

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Oklahoma congressional candidate drops out amid texting infidelity scandal

Jackson Lahmeyer, a Christian nationalist and Pastors for Trump founder, loses Trump endorsement to competitor

The Guardian - US

Kansas could become the first state to change how its Supreme Court justices are selected since 2021

Welcome to the Wednesday, June 17, 2026, Brew.

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Letlow and Fleming face off in Republican primary runoff for U.S. Senate in Louisiana after incumbent Bill Cassidy finished third in primary

Julia Letlow (R) and John Fleming (R) advanced to a June 27 Republican primary runoff for U.S. Senate in Louisiana, with 45% and 28% of the primary vote, respectively. Incumbent Bill Cassidy finished third, with 24% of the vote.

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Sixty-nine members of the U.S. Congress have announced they will not seek re-election in 2026

Sixty-nine members of the U.S. Congress — 58 U.S. representatives and 11 U.S. senators — have announced they will not seek re-election in 2026.

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James Gallagher takes office — ending the vacancy in California's 1st Congressional District

On June 10, 2026, Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (R-La.) swore Rep. James Gallagher (R-Calif.) into the U.S. House of Representatives, filling the vacancy in California’s 1st Congressional District.

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Is he Bernie Sanders or Donald Trump? Protest vote complicates Graham Platner’s victory

Democrats have rolled the dice in Maine as they pursue a post-Trump future. Will it work?

The Guardian - US

Appointed senator and former senator face off in Ohio's U.S. Senate special election

Incumbent Jon Husted (R), Sherrod Brown (D), Bill Redpath (L), and Gregory Levy (I) are running in the special election for U.S. Senate in Ohio on Nov. 3. As of June 2026, Husted and Brown led in media attention, campaign fundraising, and endorsements.

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Rep. Frederica Wilson becomes the 58th U.S. representative to announce she won’t seek re-election in 2026

Rep. Frederica Wilson (D-Fla.) announced on May 29, 2026, that she will not seek re-election to the U.S. House of Representatives in 2026.

The Economic Times

US Senate approves $70 billion for Trump's immigration crackdown

The US Senate on Friday approved $70 billion in funding for Donald Trump's hardline immigration crackdown, handing the president a major victory on one of his signature issues after months of bitter fighting over deportations and border enforcement.

International Business Times

California, Iowa Primaries Shape Key 2026 Contests As Voters Weigh Cost-Of-Living, National Issues

The latest round of state primaries unfolded against a backdrop of international conflicts, economic uncertainty and ongoing debates over trade, immigration and government spending.

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James Talarico (D), Ken Paxton (R), and five other candidates are running in the general election for U.S. Senate in Texas on November 3, 2026

James Talarico (D), Ken Paxton (R), and five other candidates are running in the general election for U.S. Senate in Texas on November 3, 2026.

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Barry Moore and Jared Hudson advanced from the May 19 Republican primary for the U.S. Senate in Alabama to the June 16 primary runoff

Since no candidate won 50% of the vote in the Republican primary for the U.S. Senate in Alabama, the top two vote getters — Barry Moore (R) and Jared Hudson (R) — advanced to the Republican primary runoff on June 16, 2026. Ahead of the Republican primary on May 19,…

Texas Observer

Not with a Bang but with a ‘Truth’

With the press of a button in his social media app, the president puts a probable end to more than two decades of Senate striving.

International Business Times UK

Senate Revolt Over Iran War: Trump Rebuked as Republicans Join Bid to Halt Military Action in Iran to End War

The US Senate advanced a resolution to limit President Trump's military actions in Iran, marking a significant bipartisan challenge to his authority and highlighting growing political divisions.

The Economic Times

After seven failed attempts, US Senate passes resolution to limit President Trump's war powers in Iran

The US Senate passed a resolution seeking to limit President Donald Trump’s war powers in Iran, with senators voting 50-47 to advance the measure. Four Republicans — Susan Collins, Lisa Murkowski, Rand Paul and Bill Cassidy — joined most Democrats in supporting the resolution.

The Economic Times

Will end war 'very quickly' as Iran wants to make deal 'so badly': US President Trump says 'oil prices to plummet'

US President Donald Trump said Iran wanted a deal “so badly” and claimed the conflict would end “very quickly,” while also predicting global oil prices would fall sharply due to ample supply. His remarks came as the US Senate passed a resolution seeking to limit Trump’s war powers in Iran.

International Business Times UK

Senate Defies Trump: Four Republicans Back Push to Block Future Iran Strikes and Halt Conflict

The US Senate advances a resolution to limit President Trump's military actions against Iran, highlighting bipartisan concerns over executive power in military decisions.

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Incumbent Bill Cassidy loses U.S Senate re-election in Louisiana as Republican primary heads to runoff

Julia Letlow (R) and John Fleming (R) advanced to a June 27 runoff in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate in Louisiana, with 45% and 28% of the vote, respectively. Incumbent Bill Cassidy finished third, with 24% of the vote.

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