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Ex-Hoyer Aide Buoyed by Super PACs Wins Democratic House Primary in Maryland Politics
nytimes.com 7 hours ago

Ex-Hoyer Aide Buoyed by Super PACs Wins Democratic House Primary in Maryland

Adrian Boafo, a state delegate, won a primary to succeed the retiring Representative Steny Hoyer with help from more than $11 million in spending from pro-Israel and cryptocurrency interests.

Another top general set to depart Pentagon Politics
thehill.com 7 hours ago

Another top general set to depart Pentagon

Gen. Chris Donahue, commander of U.S. Army Europe and Africa, submitted his paperwork to retire after a little over a year in his position, a Pentagon official told The Hill.   The Pentagon official spoke on condition on anonymity to discuss internal military deliberations.  The shift follows months

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npr.org 7 hours ago

Mamdani's political gamble pays off as his endorsed candidates sweep their primaries

All three progressive candidates backed by New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani — including two who took on Democratic incumbents — won their primaries in safe seats almost guaranteeing their election in November.

Moderate Democrat Wins Primary in Utah for Newly Blue Salt Lake City Seat Politics
nytimes.com 7 hours ago

Moderate Democrat Wins Primary in Utah for Newly Blue Salt Lake City Seat

Ben McAdams, a former representative who had to distance himself from more conservative positions he once held, will be favored to win a blue seat created by court-ordered redistricting.

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nytimes.com 7 hours ago

Fired Navy Admiral Wins Democratic Runoff in South Carolina’s 1st District

Democrats expect Nancy Lacore to run a competitive general election despite the district’s Republican leaning.

Former Utah House Democrat wins primary for redistricted seat in Utah Politics
thehill.com 7 hours ago

Former Utah House Democrat wins primary for redistricted seat in Utah

Former Rep. Ben McAdams is projected to win the Democratic primary for Utah’s newly redrawn 1st Congressional, according to Decision Desk HQ. McAdams, a moderate who represented Utah’s 4th District in Congress from 2019 to 2021 before losing his reelection bid to Rep. Burgess Owens (R), defeated pro

Britain, Brexit, Burnham: how was it for EU? – podcast Politics
theguardian.com 8 hours ago

Britain, Brexit, Burnham: how was it for EU? – podcast

A decade after Brexit, the UK simply can’t shake the legacy of the referendum. But with shifting public opinion and the rise of Andy Burnham, could Britain be plotting a path back to the EU?It’s been 10 years since the UK woke up to the shock of the Brexit referendum result, which upended British po

Former staffer set to succeed Nadler after House primary win Politics
thehill.com 8 hours ago

Former staffer set to succeed Nadler after House primary win

New York State Assemblymember Micah Lasher (D) is projected to win the Democratic primary for the Manhattan-based House seat currently held by his former boss, Rep. Jerry Nadler (D-N.Y.), beating a crowded field of contenders, according to Decision Desk HQ.  Lasher, who once served as an aide to Nad

Espaillat ousted in New York House primary by Mamdani-backed candidate Politics
thehill.com 8 hours ago

Espaillat ousted in New York House primary by Mamdani-backed candidate

Democratic socialist Darializa Avila Chevalier has defeated Rep. Adriano Espaillat (D) in the Democratic primary for his House seat, Decision Desk HQ projects, notching a win for New York City’s socialist movement.  TThe race for the 13th Congressional District was one of several tests of influence

Trump-endorsed candidate wins GOP primary for Stefanik’s House seat Politics
thehill.com 8 hours ago

Trump-endorsed candidate wins GOP primary for Stefanik’s House seat

Republican Anthony Constantino, the Trump-endorsed candidate seeking to follow Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-N.Y.) as the representative of New York’s 21st Congressional District, is projected to advance to the November general election, according to preliminary results from Decision Desk HQ. The district’

Lawler to face combat veteran in key toss-up House race in New York Politics
thehill.com 8 hours ago

Lawler to face combat veteran in key toss-up House race in New York

Combat veteran Cait Conley (D) is projected to advance from Tuesday’s Democratic primary to face Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) this fall, according to results from Decision Desk HQ. She will show down against the second-term incumbent in November for the sole toss-up seat in the Empire State, per the no

Trump’s Pick for Top I.R.S. Lawyer Works at Firm That Represents Him Politics
nytimes.com 8 hours ago

Trump’s Pick for Top I.R.S. Lawyer Works at Firm That Represents Him

James R. Gadwood, the president’s nominee for chief counsel at the Internal Revenue Service, works at Miller & Chevalier, which has represented Mr. Trump in tax matters.

Former Hoyer campaign manager wins primary for his House seat in Maryland Politics
thehill.com 8 hours ago

Former Hoyer campaign manager wins primary for his House seat in Maryland

Maryland state Delegate Adrian Boafo (D) is projected to win the Democratic primary to fill longtime Rep. Steny Hoyer’s (D) seat, according to Decision Desk HQ.  Hoyer announced his retirement from Congress in January, bringing an end to his 45 years of service in the lower chamber. The outgoing rep

Mamdani’s pick set to replace Velázquez in House after New York primary win Politics
thehill.com 8 hours ago

Mamdani’s pick set to replace Velázquez in House after New York primary win

New York Assemblywoman Claire Valdez is projected to win a competitive House Democratic primary in New York, according to Decision Desk HQ.  The 7th Congressional District primary was a bitter fight that divided voters in one of the city’s most progressive pockets.  Valdez was backed by New York Cit

Weakening UK net zero policy would damage economy, chief climate adviser says Politics
theguardian.com 11 hours ago

Weakening UK net zero policy would damage economy, chief climate adviser says

Climate Change Committee chair Nigel Topping says U-turns damage investor confidence and disrupt businessesWeakening the UK’s net zero policy would disrupt business and damage the economy, the UK’s chief climate adviser has warned.Nigel Topping, chair of the Climate Change Committee (CCC), said: “Th

Andy Burnham picks former Blair minister James Purnell as chief of staff Politics
theguardian.com 11 hours ago

Andy Burnham picks former Blair minister James Purnell as chief of staff

Decision is one of Makerfield MP’s most significant since his Westminster return as he builds his team for governmentAndy Burnham has chosen his Blairite former colleague James Purnell as his chief of staff, the Guardian understands, as he begins to finalise his team for government.The Makerfield MP

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npr.org 11 hours ago

Supreme Court rules that prison guards can't be sued for shaving Rastafarian's head

The Supreme Court ruled that a Louisiana prisoner whose dreadlocks were forcibly shaved off by prison guards cannot sue the guards under a federal law to protect the religious rights of prisoners.

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npr.org 12 hours ago

Tension builds between Trump and Senate Republicans, putting GOP agenda on the line

Divides over what GOP priorities should be ahead of this fall's midterm elections are testing the relationship between President Trump and Senate Republicans.

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npr.org 13 hours ago

In symbolic vote, Congress directs Trump to remove forces from Iran war

The measure to remove U.S. armed forces from hostilities with Iran does not require the president's signature, nor does it carry the force of law. But it reflects bipartisan frustration with the war.

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npr.org 13 hours ago

Congress passes the largest housing affordability bill in decades

An expansive bipartisan bill intended to bring down the cost of housing by boosting the supply of homes has passed both houses of Congress, and is headed to the president's desk for a signature.

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