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New York Times — Politics

Darline Graham Wins Republican Primary for Senate in South Carolina

Senator Darline Graham has won the Republican primary in South Carolina, positioning her to compete for a full six-year Senate term in the November election. Her candidacy is backed by former President Donald Trump.

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Axios

Darline Graham wins South Carolina GOP Senate runoff

Darline Graham won the Republican nomination for the Senate seat in South Carolina, succeeding her late brother Lindsey Graham. Her victory reflects Trump's influence among Republican voters, and she is expected to face Democrat Annie Andrews in the November election.

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Washington Examiner

Darline Graham Nordone Wins South Carolina Senate GOP Runoff Against Ralph Norman

Darline Graham Nordone won the Republican Senate special primary runoff in South Carolina, defeating Rep. Ralph Norman with 52.3% of the vote. Her victory follows an unusual campaign initiated after the death of her brother, former Sen. Lindsey Graham, and she will now face Democratic nominee Annie Andrews in the November general election.

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Fox News — Politics

N’Kiyla Jasmine Thomas Wins Democratic Senate Nomination in Oklahoma

N’Kiyla Jasmine Thomas has won the Democratic Senate nomination in Oklahoma, defeating Jim Priest. Thomas, who has never held office before, aims to impeach President Trump if elected, while facing Republican nominee Rep. Kevin Hern, who has significant campaign resources and Trump's endorsement.

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Al Jazeera English

Sudan's Military Developments Influence Political Landscape

Sudan's conflict is evolving as the Sudanese Armed Forces report territorial gains in North Kordofan and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces face defections. Army chief General Abdel Fattah al-Burhan is pursuing a political initiative while continuing military operations. The developments may influence the political landscape and negotiations in Sudan as the SAF seeks to leverage its military advantages.

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Fox News — Politics

Marcye Scott Loses Runoff Election for Late Father's Congressional Seat

Marcye Scott lost the special election runoff to Everton Blair for the remainder of her late father's term in Georgia's 13th Congressional District. Blair's victory restores representation to the district, which has been without a voting representative since David Scott's death in April.

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The Atlantic

Trump Plans Midterm Advertising Focused on His Record

President Trump is planning a series of advertisements focused on his own record as he prepares for the upcoming midterm elections. Despite concerns about his low approval ratings and economic voter anxiety, Trump aims to nationalize the elections around his achievements, with a significant advertising campaign from his super PAC, MAGA Inc. The strategy reflects a shift in focus as Trump seeks to drive turnout by positioning himself as a central figure in the elections.

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Guardian — US

Abdul El-Sayed Focuses on Affordability Amid Political Scrutiny

Abdul El-Sayed, a Democratic Senate candidate in Michigan, is focusing on affordability while facing criticism from various political factions. He has distanced himself from Hasan Piker, condemned hate against Muslims, and debated Jesse Watters on taxation issues, with a notable exchange regarding circumcision.

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Fox News — Latest

Elissa Slotkin and Jacky Rosen Respond to Hasan Piker's Comments on Jewish Americans

Democratic Senators Elissa Slotkin and Jacky Rosen condemned Hasan Piker's comments suggesting that Jewish Americans could face consequences for their support of Israel. Both senators emphasized that no community should be threatened for their political views and criticized Piker's remarks as victim-blaming. Many politicians have spoken out against Piker's statements, highlighting concerns over rising anti-Semitism and political violence.

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New York Times — US

Democratic Candidates Win Lawsuit on Campaign Finance Ad Pricing

Senator Jon Ossoff and three other Democratic candidates achieved a legal victory regarding advertising prices for party committees. The ruling prevents Republicans from obtaining lower ad rates that are exclusively available to candidates.

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New York Times — Politics

Democratic Candidates Win Lawsuit on Campaign Finance Ad Pricing

Senator Jon Ossoff and three other Democratic candidates achieved a legal victory regarding advertising prices for party committees. The lawsuit was initiated in response to Republican committees seeking lower ad rates reserved for candidates.

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Fox News — Latest

Provo City Library Confirms Accessibility of LGBTQ-Themed Children's Book

The Provo City Library in Utah confirmed that the LGBTQ-themed children's book 'Pride Is Love' is part of its collection and is kept in an accessible location. The library director clarified that the book is not on display but is shelved with other board books. The confirmation follows criticism from a conservative news outlet regarding the library's collection of LGBTQ-themed materials.

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The Hill

Ralph Alvarado Removes Trump References from Campaign Website

Ralph Alvarado, the Republican candidate for Kentucky's House seat, has removed all mentions of President Trump from his campaign website. This includes the removal of a prominent image of the two together, indicating a shift in his campaign branding.

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Washington Examiner

Rubio Indicates US Military Strikes on Iran Paused in Favor of Economic Sanctions

Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced that the U.S. will pause military strikes on Iran and focus on economic sanctions instead. This strategy includes sending diplomats back to embassies in the Middle East and removing sea mines from the Strait of Hormuz to facilitate oil flow. Reports indicate challenges within the U.S. military as the conflict becomes less popular domestically.

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New York Times — Politics

Results Expected from South Carolina and Oklahoma Primary Runoff Elections

Primary runoff elections in South Carolina and Oklahoma are scheduled for Tuesday, with results expected by late Tuesday night. South Carolina's runoff will determine the Republican nominee for the U.S. Senate seat previously held by Lindsey Graham, while Oklahoma's runoff includes races for governor and Senate.

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