Federal judge reconsiders jury's guilty verdict for ex-Wisconsin judge
Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan leaves the federal courthouse after a hearing in Milwaukee on May 15, 2025. (AP Photo/Andy Manis, File)
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Nick Saban backs college sports bill as SEC, Big Ten push back
Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, chairman of the Senate Commerce Committee, speaks to reporters after a closed-door meeting with fellow Republicans, at the Capitol in Washington, Tuesday, June 2, 2026. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite)
· Joey Cappelletti
Voter turnout comes to second-highest for local election at 61%
For over a decade, I’ve navigated the complexities of North Korean affairs, security, and foreign policy from both Seoul and Washington, D.C. As the National Desk Political Team Lead, I track the pulse of geopolitics, closely following developments from the Unification Ministry and the Foreign Ministry. My mornings …
· Ji Da-gyum
Hamas-Mladenov talks postponed as disarmament continues to stymie Trump's Gaza plan | The National
Talks scheduled for this week between Palestinian militant groups from Gaza and the diplomat leading the effort to implement US President Donald Trump's peace plan for the territory have been postponed.
· Hamza Hendawi
Ex-UK political aide and Biden cabinet secretary lead California governor primary vote count
The California governor's race remains up in the air a day after the primary vote, with British-American former TV host Steve Hilton and onetime Biden cabinet secretary Xavier Becerra at the top of a crowded field.
· Shaimaa Khalil
Jared Kushner's coastal project in Albania faces growing protests
Thousands of people took to the streets of Tirana on Monday to protest against a luxury resort project linked to U.S. President Donald Trump’s son-in-law, Jared Kushner.
· Zana Cimili
Egyptian-born doctor and Gaza volunteer wins New Jersey Democratic primary
Adam Hamawy, an Egyptian-American surgeon who gained national attention for his harrowing 2024 medical mission to Gaza, is now all but assured a congressional seat in Washington next year after he handily won the Democratic primary in New Jersey’s 12th district on Tuesday.
· Middleeasteye
Cheong Wa Dae urges NEC to take ‘responsible measures’ over ballot shortages
For over a decade, I’ve navigated the complexities of North Korean affairs, security, and foreign policy from both Seoul and Washington, D.C. As the National Desk Political Team Lead, I track the pulse of geopolitics, closely following developments from the Unification Ministry and the Foreign Ministry. My mornings …
· Ji Da-gyum
Jimmy Kimmel on Trump: ‘Our most out-of-control relative on social media’
Late-night hosts discussed the president’s unhinged online behavior and the latest in the Los Angeles mayoral race
· Guardian staff
Turkey’s democracy is dying as Erdogan dismantles opposition - opinion
On May 21, a Turkish court delivered what may prove to be the most consequential political ruling in modern Turkish history: the effective removal of the elected leadership of Turkey’s main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP), led by Ozgur Ozel.
· SINAN CIDDI
De la Espriella agradece apoyo de Trump que pone foco en la agenda bilateral entre Colombia y EEUU
El candidato presidencial Abelardo de la Espriella, del movimiento Defensores de la Patria, se dirige a sus seguidores desde el interior de una cabina a prueba de balas tras liderar la primera vuelta de las elecciones presidenciales y avanzar a la segunda vuelta en Barranquilla, Colombia, el domingo 31 de mayo de 20…
· Astrid Su Rez
Trump-Netanyahu call, restraint on Beirut strike signals 'Iranian victory,’ INSS researcher warns
US President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's intense phone call regarding the IDF planning to strike Beirut “sends a message of Iranian victory, both on the battlefield and in terms of perception,” Institute for National Security Studies (INSS) researcher Beni Sabti told 103FM on Wednesday.
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Gatchalian is acting Senate president | The wRap
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‘Doesn’t seem qualified’: Who is Bill Pulte, acting US intelligence chief?
United States President Donald Trump has appointed businessman and federal housing regulator Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence (DNI).
· Al Jazeera
US presses Israel to avoid striking Beirut as talks with Lebanon enter second day in DC - analysis
The US is increasing pressure on Hezbollah and is seeking to get Israel to avoid striking Beirut as Washington hosts Israel-Lebanon talks.
· SETH J. FRANTZMAN
The cocktail napkin that unexpectedly went viral at the Trump-Anderson wedding
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· Victoria McDonnell
Legarda: Senate takeover unconstitutional
MANILA, Philippines — Sen. Loren Legarda raised the constitutionality of the election of Sen. WIn Gatchalian as Senate president pro tempore and "acting" Senate president.
· Bernadette E. Tamayo
Closing of Senate session not done on mere document — Zubiri
MANILA, Philippines — Newly-installed Senate Majority Leader Miz Zubiri described as "unbelievable" and "illegal" the attempt of ousted Senate president Alan Peter Cayetano to close the session only on paper.
· Bernadette E. Tamayo
Jill Biden lamenta no haber hablado más sobre la adicción a las drogas de su hijo Hunter
La educadora y ex primera pama de EEUU, Jill Biden, llega al centro cultural y comunitario 92NY para presentar su autobiografía, el martes 2 de junio de 2026, en Nueva York. (Foto de Andy Kropa/Invision/AP)
· Darlene Superville
Kristi Noem’s ex-deputy Larry Rhoden likely to face South Dakota GOP gubernatorial runoff
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· Ryan King
Lahn's win in Iowa governor GOP primary a rare setback for Trump
Zach Lahn, Republican candidate for Iowa governor, speaks during a campaign event Thursday, May 28, 2026, in Newton, Iowa. (Erin Murphy/The Gazette via AP)
· Hannah Fingerhut
The Senate’s quorum of 12 senators is legal — here’s why
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· Jairo Bolledo
Cancer researchers present advances and emerging treatments
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Cancer researchers highlighted several treatment breakthroughs during their annual summit in Chicago that concluded Tuesday, including preliminary but encouraging data on potential benefits of weight loss medications.
· Agence France-Presse
Majority or minority? Escudero surprise Senate appearance prompts leadership shake-up
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· jpcruz0306
The end of Trump's 'weaponisation' fund is another sign Republicans are fighting back
President Donald Trump's plan to hand out $1.8bn (£1.3bn) in taxpayer funding to political allies lasted all of two weeks before his Department of Justice (DOJ) abandoned the idea amid an intense backlash from Republicans in Congress.
· Daniel Bush
'Dictatorship of monsters': Richard Gere slams 'maniac' Trump
OSLO — Hollywood legend Richard Gere criticized Donald Trump on Tuesday, calling the US president a "maniac" who has "dismantled almost everything that was good" about the United States.
· Agence France-Presse
Trump says Iran has agreed to not have a nuclear weapon
US President Donald Trump said Iran has agreed not to have a nuclear weapon and that he would probably meet with Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khameneiat at some point if things "work out".
· Middleeasteye
Trump Team Proposes New Tariff Round On 60 Countries Over Forced Labor Practices
The U.S. Trade Representative has issued an overnight statement and proposed a new round of tariffs of at least 10% on imports from 60 trading partners, marking the administration's largest attempt yet to rebuild its tariff empire after the Supreme Court struck down earlier levies.
· Tyler Durden
Middle East crisis live: Trump claims Iranian supreme leader is involved in US negotiations
President says he would ‘like to meet’ Mojtaba Khamenei, who US officials have previously said was injured in attacks, and says Iran has said it will not have a nuclear weapon
· Taz Ali
The Lebanon escalation: Netanyahu is betting Trump can’t stop him
By Farhad Ibragimov – lecturer at the Faculty of Economics at RUDN University, expert and lecturer at the Department of Political Science, Faculty of Social Sciences and Mass Communications, Financial University under the Government of the Russian Federation
· RT
WATCH: Minority now majority bloc as Escudero makes switch
In a surprise turn of events, the Senate 11-member minority bloc has become the majority after Sen. Chiz Escudero switched to the opposition side on June 3, 2026.. Escudero, who belonged to the majority bloc led by Senate President Alan Peter Cayetano suddenly appeared at the plenary hall, creating a quorum. Sen. Sh…
· The Manila Times
Live updates: Trump administration to scrap $1.8B fund
The Trump administration is scrapping plans to create a $1.8 billion fund meant to compensate allies of the president, the Justice Department’s top official said Tuesday.
White House plans to vet public grants for ‘American values’ spark broad alarm
New proposal quietly published last week would amount to ‘devastating blow’ for science, experts warn
· George Chidi
Mamdani’s top City Hall spox raked in more than $50K consulting for Graham Platner’s Maine Senate campaign
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· Josh Christenson
EU slams Trump’s forced labor tariff as ‘unjustified’
BRUSSELS — The European Commission criticized U.S. plans to impose a new 10 percent tariff on the EU on Wednesday after the Trump administration found that Brussels had failed to ban the import of goods made with forced labor.
· Camille Gijs
California governor primary unresolved as voters choose midterm candidates – US politics live
Democrats seek to oust Republicans in New Jersey and Iowa, while other major races remain up in the air
· Tom Ambrose, Uwa Ede Osifo, Michael Sainato, Lauren Gambino
Trump says Iran agreed to not have nuclear weapons, but 'they can change their mind'
The Iranian regime has agreed not to have nuclear weapons, President Donald Trump told the New York Post's "Pod Force One" podcast — but he added that Tehran could still "change their mind."
· Chloe Taylor
Tuesday’s big primaries, AP investigates medical neglect at ICE detention centers
Last night’s primaries set the table for some of the most competitive midterm races. This morning we bring you the key takeaways, including on races we haven’t called yet. Also in the news today: Our investigation finds allegations of medical neglect for ICE detainees across the U.S.; the Trump administration is scr…
· Nadja Lovadinov
Trump confirms he called Netanyahu 'f***ing crazy' in tense call on Lebanon strikes
US President Donald Trump confirmed that he called Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu "f****ing crazy" during a call on Monday in an interview on the New York Post's "Pod Force One" with Miranda Devine, released on Wednesday.
· DANYA SAPERSTEIN
Republican James Gallagher wins special election to complete term of late California Rep. Doug LaMalfa
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· Samuel Chamberlain
Buffalo named 'Donald Trump' for its golden locks becomes a sensation at Bangladesh zoo
A rare albino buffalo fondly named after Donald Trump for its distinctive blond tuft kept in an enclosure at the national zoological park, in Dhaka, Bangladesh, Friday, May 29, 2026. (AP Photo/Rajib Dhar)
· Al Emrun Garjon
Trump predicts meeting with Iran’s probably gay Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei: ‘Getting along quite well’
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· Steven Nelson
Trump says China’s Xi marveled at how the US became ‘hottest country’ in the world: ‘He looks up to us’
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· Victor Nava
Trump doesn’t rule out tapping DeSantis as his attorney general: ‘Ron’s very good’
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· Victor Nava
Trump tells ‘Pod Force One’ Graham Platner is a ‘major sleaze bag,’ but James Talarico is worse
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· Emily Goodin
Trump confirms he told Netanyahu he’s ‘f–king crazy,’ but they work well together as ‘wartime president’ and ‘wartime prime minister’
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· Steven Nelson, Miranda Devine
Federal workers experiencing ‘PTSD-like symptoms’ after unlawful firings by Trump administration
In survey of more than 300 fired probationary employees, 95% reported continuing mental health effects
· Michael Sainato
Don’t believe the anti-Trump media’s fishy narratives on the Iran talks
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· Post Editorial Board