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Politics

Federal, state, and local politics; elections; policy

The Hill

Trump Requests Short-Term Extension of FISA Section 702

President Trump has asked Congress for a short-term extension of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act to facilitate the appointment of a permanent director of national intelligence. This request is influenced by Democratic opposition to renewing the act while Bill Pulte serves as acting director.

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Fox News — Latest

Senator Dan Sullivan Claims Rival Is Attempting to Mislead Voters in Alaska Senate Race

Senator Dan Sullivan of Alaska is facing a primary challenge from Dan J. Sullivan, a candidate with the same name, whom he accuses of being a Democratic plant aimed at misleading voters. The National Republican Senatorial Committee has requested an investigation into potential coordination between Dan J. Sullivan and Democratic consultants. Lieutenant Governor Nancy Dahlstrom has also raised concerns about the legitimacy of Dan J. Sullivan's candidacy.

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Fox News — Politics

Sen. Dan Sullivan Claims Rival's Candidacy is Intended to Mislead Voters in Alaska Senate Race

Senator Dan Sullivan of Alaska is facing a primary challenge from Dan J. Sullivan, a candidate with the same name, whom he accuses of being a Democratic plant. The National Republican Senatorial Committee has called for an investigation into the matter, while concerns have been raised about potential voter confusion in the upcoming election.

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New York Times — Politics

Defense Secretary Hegseth Visits Guantánamo Bay

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth visited Guantánamo Bay, Cuba, to engage with U.S. troops. The Pentagon confirmed the purpose of the visit.

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Washington Examiner

Graham Platner Addresses Criticism and Focuses on Maine Issues

Graham Platner, the Democratic Senate nominee in Maine, emphasized the importance of focusing on state issues rather than personal controversies following his primary victory. He will challenge incumbent Senator Susan Collins in November and has faced various allegations during his campaign.

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The Hill

Senate Democrats inquire about national park entry fees and funding allocation

Senator Adam Schiff and other Senate Democrats are launching an inquiry into the allocation of entrance fees for the U.S. National Park Service. They have raised concerns that these fees may be used for projects linked to President Trump, which they refer to as 'vanity projects.'

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Washington Examiner

D.C. Bar Official Faces Complaint After Political Posts

Jack Metzler, a senior assistant attorney at the D.C. Office of Disciplinary Counsel, is facing a complaint from CASA for alleged political bias in his social media posts, which may affect his impartiality in a case involving Ed Martin. Metzler withdrew from the investigation after the DOJ filed a lawsuit against the D.C. disciplinary office. This complaint is part of a larger trend of scrutiny towards lawyers involved in Trump-related cases.

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Washington Examiner

DC Bar official faces complaint over partisan social media posts

Jack Metzler, a senior assistant attorney at the D.C. Office of Disciplinary Counsel, is facing a complaint from the Center to Advance Security in America over alleged political bias demonstrated through his social media posts. The complaint is related to his involvement in a disciplinary investigation of Ed Martin, a former interim U.S. attorney. Metzler withdrew from the investigation following a lawsuit filed by the Department of Justice against the D.C. Office of Disciplinary Counsel.

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Washington Examiner

Michigan Senate Candidate Supports Public Ownership of AI Firms

Abdul el Sayed, a Democratic Senate candidate in Michigan, supports Senator Bernie Sanders's proposal for public ownership of AI firms, citing the need for regulation to mitigate risks. El Sayed emphasizes the importance of regulatory enforcement alongside ownership. He is running in a competitive primary against Mallory McMorrow and Haley Stevens, who have different approaches to AI regulation.

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New York Post

ActBlue CEO Invokes Fifth Amendment During Congressional Testimony

Regina O'Brien, CEO of ActBlue, invoked her Fifth Amendment rights during a Congressional hearing concerning allegations of illegal foreign donations to federal campaigns. She declined to answer questions based on legal counsel's advice.

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Washington Examiner

Democratic Primaries in South Carolina and Nevada Yield Candidates for Upcoming Elections

On June 9, 2026, primary elections in South Carolina and Nevada resulted in key candidates for upcoming gubernatorial and congressional races. In South Carolina, a runoff will occur for the Republican gubernatorial nomination, while Democrats nominated Jermaine Johnson for governor. In Nevada, both Aaron Ford and Joe Lombardo won their respective party nominations for governor. California's primary results also revealed significant candidates for the gubernatorial race and congressional districts.

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