Hilton and Becerra Lead California Governor’s Race
In California's June 2 gubernatorial primary, Republican Steve Hilton and Democrat Xavier Becerra led the race with 27% and 26% of early votes counted, according to USA Today.
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US House votes to halt Iran war, in rebuke to Trump
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a resolution by a 215-208 vote on Wednesday to halt military operations in Iran, marking a rare bipartisan rebuke of President Donald Trump’s war policies. The vote, the fourth of its kind this year, saw four Republicans join Democrats in dissent.
One-ton Cocaine Bust Reveals Secret US-Mexico Tunnel
Federal prosecutors have charged four suspects with trafficking more than one ton of cocaine for the Jalisco New Generation cartel using a fake retail store in San Diego as a front for a sophisticated tunnel that ran across the border to Tijuana, Mexico, according to a federal criminal complaint.
Dead But Deportable: Immigration Judge Orders Ejection of Teen Murder Victim
A U.S. immigration judge recently issued a deportation order for a young man who was killed in 2024, citing his failure to appear in court. According to The Guardian, the case highlights broader concerns about the U.S. immigration system.
California Governor Primary: Ex-UK Aide and Biden Secretary Lead Vote Count
The California governor's primary race remains undecided after initial vote counts show British-American former TV host Steve Hilton and Biden cabinet secretary Xavier Becerra leading, according to the BBC.
Colombia Presidential Runoff Pits Leftist Senator Against Pro-Trump Rival
Colombia's presidential election will go to a runoff on 21 June between a leftist and right-wing candidate on opposite ends of the political spectrum, according to the BBC.
Trump seeking edits to US-Iran deal, US media report
President Donald Trump has requested changes to the US-Iran deal aimed at ending months of conflict, according to US media reports.
Trump Admirer Wins Colombia’s First-Round Election
Abelardo de la Espriella, a far-right lawyer and admirer of Donald Trump, has won the first round of Colombia's presidential election, according to The Guardian.
Trump Berated Netanyahu? Analysts Question US-Israel Feud Rumours
Media reports of tense calls between President Trump and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu persist, but analysts say policies—not rhetoric—define the US-Israel relationship, according to Axios and experts.
Mysteriously Missing Jersey Congressman Receives Trump’s Endorsement
Republican Congressman Tom Kean Jr, who has not been seen in months, received an endorsement from President Donald Trump for re-election. Kean's absence has raised questions about his whereabouts.
Hungarian PM Threatens to Oust Orbán-Era President
Hungary's new prime minister has said the government will amend the constitution to remove President Tamás Sulyok after he refused to stand down, according to the BBC.
Tense Election Night in Colombia as Runoff Looms
Colombia’s presidential election heads to a June 21 runoff after a tight first round between Abelardo de la Espriella and Ivan Cepeda, according to reports.
Colombia’s Far-Right Candidate Espriella Wins First Round of Vote
Colombian right-wing candidate Abelardo de la Espriella emerged as the top vote-getter in the first round of the 2026 presidential election but fell short of an outright victory, according to Todo Alicante and Modern Ghana. The second round is scheduled for June 21.
Cepeda, de la Espriella Advance in Colombia’s Presidential Election
Far-right outsider Abelardo de la Espriella will face left-wing Senator Ivan Cepeda in the runoff for Colombia’s presidential election next month, according to Al Jazeera.
Colombians head to the polls to choose President Gustavo Petro’s successor
Colombians have begun voting in the first round of the 2026 presidential election, with government-allied Senator Ivan Cepeda leading in the polls, according to Al Jazeera.