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Politics

Federal, state, and local politics; elections; policy

Washington Examiner

D.C. Elections 2026: Key Races and Changes as Longtime Politicians Retire

Washington, D.C. is preparing for its 2026 election cycle, featuring ranked choice voting and the retirement of several longtime politicians. Key races include the mayoral contest between Janeese Lewis George and Kenyan McDuffie, the congressional race to replace Eleanor Holmes Norton, and the D.C. Attorney General primary between Brian Schwalb and J.P. Szymkowicz. Housing affordability and education are prominent issues among candidates.

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Guardian — US

US military kills leader of Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua

President Donald Trump confirmed that the US military killed Hector Rusthenford Guerrero Flores, the leader of the Tren de Aragua gang, in a military strike on June 12, 2026. The operation was reportedly conducted with the assistance of Venezuelan authorities.

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The Hill

US military strike kills Venezuelan gang leader, according to Trump

On June 12, 2026, President Trump stated that a U.S. military operation led by Southern Command killed Hector Rusthenford Guerrero Flores, the leader of the Tren de Aragua gang. The operation was characterized by Trump as a 'swift and lethal kinetic strike.'

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Axios

Trump Administration Blocks Foreign Access to Anthropic's Advanced AI Models

The Trump administration has blocked foreign access to Anthropic's advanced AI models, citing national security concerns. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick informed Anthropic that its models would require export controls, following claims of potential vulnerabilities. The administration's actions reflect a broader strategy to manage advanced AI technologies as national security assets.

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Fox News — Politics

US military conducts strike against Tren de Aragua leader Hector Guerrero

President Donald Trump announced the U.S. military's successful strike against Hector Rusthenford Guerrero Flores, the leader of the Tren de Aragua gang, on June 12, 2026. The operation was part of ongoing efforts to combat transnational crime and was coordinated with Venezuelan authorities. Guerrero had been a significant figure in the gang's expansion and criminal activities.

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Fox News — Latest

Federal judge rules against reinstatement of fired Yosemite ranger

A federal judge ruled that she cannot reinstate Shannon "SJ" Joslin, a former Yosemite ranger fired for flying a trans pride flag. Joslin's lawsuit claimed retaliation based on the flag's message, but the judge stated the court lacks authority to decide on the legality of the firing. The Interior Department reiterated the need for compliance with park regulations regarding demonstrations.

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nbcnews.com

Federal Judge Orders Reinstallation of Removed Signs at National Parks

A federal judge has mandated the reinstatement of signs and exhibits related to slavery and climate change that were removed from national parks by the Trump administration. The ruling was made in response to claims that the removals violated congressional mandates and represented a campaign to erase history.

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NPR — Top Stories

Court Orders Removal of Trump's Name from Kennedy Center

A court has ordered the removal of references to Donald Trump from the Kennedy Center. A judge denied a request to pause this order, and the institution's appeal was also rejected.

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Guardian — US

Crowd Gathers at Kennedy Center Following Court Ruling on Trump's Name Removal

A crowd assembled at the Kennedy Center on Friday evening as workers prepared to remove Donald Trump's name from the building, following a court ruling that denied his emergency appeal. Trump has also been discussing a resolution to void his impeachments, asserting that he did nothing wrong.

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New York Times — US

Judge Issues Ruling on National Parks' Signage Related to Slavery

A judge has ruled that national parks cannot remove signage and depictions related to slavery deemed 'negative.' This ruling comes after the removal of an outdoor exhibit on slavery at Independence National Historical Park in Philadelphia earlier this year.

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The Hill

Federal Appeals Court Denies Effort to Keep Trump's Name on Kennedy Center

A federal appeals court has ruled against the Trump administration's attempt to keep the president's name on the Kennedy Center. The decision maintains a deadline for the removal of the name until the next stage of the appeal, with the next ruling expected after June 29.

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