The Latest Breaking News from Washington D.C.

'Mamdani of D.C.' Takes Lead in Democratic Primary as Trump Warns He Could 'Take Over' Washington

Washington, D.C.'s mayoral race has become a national political flashpoint after progressive Democrat emerged as one of the leading contenders in next week's Democratic primary, prompting an unusual warning from President Donald Trump about the future of the nation's capital.

Latin Times · Jun 12

Whooping Cough Is Still Killing Americans in 2026, and California, Washington, Ohio, and Florida Are Leading a Surge That Is Far from Over

Whooping cough hit its highest U.S. case count in more than a decade in 2024 and 2025, killing infants and adults. In 2026, California leads the nation with nearly 700 cases. Falling vaccination rates, waning immunity, and public health cuts are driving the surge. Here is the full picture.

Medical Daily · Jun 12

Americans Are Still in Nebraska Quarantine from the Cruise Ship Hantavirus Outbreak. Here Is the Latest on the Most Unusual U.S. Health Emergency of 2026.

The CDC's June 11, 2026 situation update on the M/V Hondius Andes hantavirus outbreak: 10 Americans remain at the Nebraska Quarantine Unit, 8 have returned home for monitoring, and a separate Washington State hantavirus case has been reported. Full timeline and what it means for travelers.

Medical Daily · Jun 12

Nvidia hires veteran lobbyist Bruce Andrews to head government affairs

Andrews' move to the world's largest ‌company comes ⁠as ⁠Nvidia attempts to ensure its continued influence in Washington and as its ties ​to China, where it wants to continue growing, face renewed scrutiny.

The Economic Times · Jun 12

Hormuz oil traffic rebounds as Gulf exporters find workarounds: Report

Oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz are increasing for non-Iranian producers. This surge occurs despite ongoing tensions between Washington and Tehran. Iranian oil exports have significantly decreased. This situation impacts global oil prices. Traders are closely watching future transits. The US continues actions against vessels approaching Iranian ports.

The Economic Times · Jun 12

Trump appeals ruling to strip name from Kennedy Center

Donald Trump's plan to renovate the Kennedy Center is part of a broader push by the Republican leader to reshape Washington's monumental core.

AAP · Jun 12

D.C. to hold first election using ranked-choice voting on June 16

Washington, D.C., will hold its first election using ranked-choice voting on June 16, in primary elections for mayor, city council, U.S. House delegate, and other races.

Ballotpedia · Jun 12

Washington Post subscriber sues news outlet, accuses it of using ‘surveillance pricing’ to gouge readers

Court papers allege that The Post began ‘covertly harvesting’ readers’ data from after Jeff Bezos paid $250 million for it in 2013

The Independent UK · Jun 11

'Great settlement soon in Europe': Trump sees imminent Iran deal, Tehran yet to nod

The US president also asserted that Iran's Supreme Leader had approved the proposed terms and indicated that Washington would immediately end its blockade of Iran once the agreement came into force. Trump said such a move would have a significant impact on global energy markets. Iran's foreign ministry spokesperson Esmail…

The Times of India · Jun 11

Trump cancels Iran strikes, touts imminent deal

WASHINGTON (UNITED STATES) - US President Donald Trump withdrew his threat of further strikes against Iran on Thursday and said a deal with Tehran to end the war could be signed in coming days.

Bangkok Post · Jun 11