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Hilton, Becerra, in the lead with votes still being counted in battle for California governor

With votes still to be counted, Republican Steve Hilton and Democrat Xavier Becerra in the driver's seat to grab the two spots in California's general election for governor.

Posted on 3 June 2026 | 3:12 am

South Dakota governors race remains up in the air as GOP contest goes to runoff

Gov. Larry Rhoden is projected to survive an upset attempt by popular Rep. Dusty Johnson in South Dakota's crowded GOP gubernatorial primary Tuesday.

Posted on 3 June 2026 | 2:24 am

Supreme Court allows Alabama GOP-backed congressional map for midterms

The Supreme Court ruled Alabama can use a 2023 congressional map with one majority-Black district, handing Republicans a victory ahead of midterms.

Posted on 3 June 2026 | 1:15 am

Trump-endorsed Feenstra concedes to MAHA-backed Lahn in GOP governor primary upset

Zach Lahn’s surprise win over Trump-backed Rep. Randy Feenstra sets up a November matchup with Democratic State Auditor Rob Sand in a race both parties are watching closely.

Posted on 3 June 2026 | 12:52 am

Booker set to face Navy vet after former local NJ official lost in 2024 Senate race

U.S. Sen. Cory Booker will take on Justin Murphy in November as he attempts to win re-election, after Murphy won New Jersey's GOP primary for U.S. Senate on Tuesday.

Posted on 3 June 2026 | 12:47 am

Gregg Hull wins New Mexico GOP gubernatorial primary, setting up bid to flip governor’s office

New Mexico's GOP gubernatorial primary produced a nominee Tuesday as Republicans aim to reclaim the governor's office for the first time since 2019.

Posted on 3 June 2026 | 12:23 am

DOJ expands indictment against SPLC, alleging $4M secretly funneled to KKK and extremist groups

The DOJ announced a superseding indictment against the SPLC, alleging the nonprofit secretly funneled over $4 million to extremist groups like the KKK.

Posted on 2 June 2026 | 11:21 pm

Montana Senate showdown emerges as Trump-backed Republican faces independent challenge

Montana's Senate race features a three-way battle between Kurt Alme, Seth Bodnar and Alani Bankhead after Sen. Steve Daines dropped his reelection bid.

Posted on 2 June 2026 | 10:34 pm

Missing GOP congressman reveals he's 'more energized than ever' to return to Washington

Rep. Tom Kean Jr. says he is more energized than ever and plans to return to in-person work within weeks after months away from Capitol Hill.

Posted on 2 June 2026 | 9:50 pm

Democrats turn to Paralympian in bid to flip key GOP-held Senate seat

Democrat Josh Turek defeated Zach Wahls in Iowa's Senate primary, setting up a general election battle against GOP Rep. Ashley Hinson for Ernst's seat.

Posted on 2 June 2026 | 9:47 pm

Plastic surgeon who testified for 1993 WTC bombing cleric wins NJ Dem primary

New Jersey congressional candidate Adam Hamawy won a Democratic primary despite past ties to a cleric convicted in the 1993 WTC bombing.

Posted on 2 June 2026 | 9:41 pm

Trump-endorsed Hinson secures Iowa Senate nomination as Democrats eye GOP seat

Rep. Ashley Hinson captured the Iowa GOP Senate nomination, advancing to a crucial midterm general election race to succeed retiring Sen. Joni Ernst.

Posted on 2 June 2026 | 9:26 pm

Dems pick challenger for GOP congressman who vanished from public view amid health mystery

Democrat Rebecca Bennett will face embattled Rep. Tom Kean Jr. in November's general election for a battleground New Jersey congressional seat in 2026.

Posted on 2 June 2026 | 9:14 pm

Spencer Pratt stops at iconic LA restaurant on Election Day, vows to make city 'streets safe again'

Spencer Pratt spent Election Day at Roscoe's House of Chicken 'N Waffles, contrasting his visit with Mayor Karen Bass and pushing his campaign.

Posted on 2 June 2026 | 8:56 pm

California’s sluggish vote counting ripped across the political spectrum: 'Extremely embarrassing'

California primary results may take weeks due to mail voting laws, sparking criticism from analysts like Nate Silver who call it embarrassing.

Posted on 2 June 2026 | 8:53 pm

WATCH: Dem senators excuse Platner's conduct at crisis huddle with embattled Maine candidate

Democratic senators express confidence in Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner despite alleged sexting scandals and resurfaced online posts controversies.

Posted on 2 June 2026 | 8:35 pm

Trump-backed candidate 'confident' Republicans will have great night in California: 'Very excited'

Steve Hilton, one of two main Republicans running in California's jungle primary on Tuesday, said that he appreciated endorsements from President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance.

Posted on 2 June 2026 | 8:06 pm

WATCH: Chuck Schumer sidesteps Platner scandals, confirms support for controversial Dem

Schumer dodged reporters' questions about embattled Senate candidate Graham Platner's mounting scandals, reaffirming his support for the Democrat.

Posted on 2 June 2026 | 6:19 pm

Inspection of Delaney Hall ICE facility contradicts claims in New Jersey attorney general's lawsuit

A DHS inspection of Delaney Hall ICE facility found compliance with 17 of 22 standards, contradicting some claims in New Jersey's suit against GEO Group.

Posted on 2 June 2026 | 6:19 pm

WATCH: Scandal-plagued Platner dodges questions before and after DC meeting with Democrats

Democratic Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner dodges reporter questions amid sexual misconduct allegations and controversy over resurfaced posts.

Posted on 2 June 2026 | 5:56 pm

Acting AG Blanche reveals fate of Trump's 'anti-weaponization fund' under pressure from House lawmakers

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche told lawmakers the Justice Department will not move forward with its proposed anti-weaponization fund, saying the effort is over despite ongoing litigation and questions about its future after June 12.

Posted on 2 June 2026 | 5:03 pm

Trump reveals new WHCA Dinner venue after shooting chaos derailed gala

Trump announces the White House Correspondents' Dinner is rescheduled to July 24 at the Waldorf Astoria following the April assassination attempt.

Posted on 2 June 2026 | 3:06 pm

Obama judge clears left-wing group to fly ominous flag aimed at Trump on his own turf

Obama-appointed Judge Moss permits "86 47" flag near the National Mall, delivering a blow to the Trump administration in a free speech case.

Posted on 2 June 2026 | 2:18 pm

GOP demands Trump kill controversial $2B fund before reviving ICE funding package

Sen. Kennedy says the nearly $2 billion anti-weaponization fund is stalling the reconciliation bill funding ICE and Border Patrol enforcement.

Posted on 2 June 2026 | 1:44 pm

SEE IT: LA voters split on Pratt's mayoral bid as one issue dominates Election Day

Los Angeles voters say homelessness is the top issue in the mayoral primary race featuring Karen Bass, Spencer Pratt and Nithya Raman as candidates.

Posted on 2 June 2026 | 1:15 pm