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Politics

Federal, state, and local politics; elections; policy

New York Times — US

Aaron Flint Wins Republican House Primary in Montana

Aaron Flint has secured victory in the Republican primary for the House seat in Montana, with the intention of succeeding Representative Ryan Zinke, who will not be running for re-election. Flint's campaign was endorsed by former President Donald Trump.

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New York Times — Politics

Aaron Flint Wins Republican House Primary in Montana

Aaron Flint has secured the Republican nomination for the House of Representatives in Montana, seeking to fill the position currently held by Ryan Zinke, who is stepping down. The primary results were announced on June 3, 2026.

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New York Times — US

Majority of Ballots in California Cast by Mail

In California, more than 80 percent of ballots are cast by mail, with sorting and processing occurring in large facilities over a period of weeks. This trend has been consistent in recent years.

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nbcnews.com

Candidates Selected in Key House District Primaries

The primaries held on June 2, 2026, have determined candidates for key House races in Iowa and California, impacting the upcoming elections for control of Congress. Notable matchups include Republican Rep. Zach Nunn against Democratic challenger Sarah Trone Garriott in Iowa's 3rd District, and several competitive races in California resulting from recent redistricting.

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Fox News — Latest

Montana Senate Race Features Three Candidates Following Daines' Exit

The Montana Senate race has become competitive with the entry of three candidates following Senator Steve Daines' withdrawal from the race. Kurt Alme, Seth Bodnar, and Reilly Neill are now vying for the seat, with Bodnar leading in fundraising efforts. Alme is leveraging his Trump endorsements, while Bodnar has raised concerns about the influence of party insiders in the election.

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Fox News — Politics

Montana Senate Race Features Trump-Backed Republican and Independent Candidates

The Montana Senate race is shaping up with three candidates: Kurt Alme, Seth Bodnar, and Reilly Neill. Alme, backed by Trump and Daines, faces criticism from Bodnar, who has raised the most funds. The candidates are preparing for a competitive election in a state that has leaned Republican in recent years.

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New York Post

Los Angeles Residents Discuss Their Votes in Mayoral Race

A survey by the New York Post revealed that none of the nearly dozen Los Angeles residents interviewed supported incumbent mayor Karen Bass in the recent mayoral race. Many expressed a desire for experienced leadership.

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apnews.com

Supreme Court Allows Alabama to Use Controversial Congressional Map in Upcoming Elections

The Supreme Court has allowed Alabama to use a congressional map that has been criticized for favoring Republicans, overriding a lower court ruling that found the map discriminatory against Black voters. The decision is part of ongoing redistricting efforts linked to maintaining Republican control in Congress, with upcoming special primaries set for August 11.

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nbcnews.com

Supreme Court permits Alabama to implement congressional map reducing majority-Black districts

The Supreme Court has allowed Alabama to implement a congressional map that reduces the number of majority-Black districts, following a 6-3 ruling. This decision comes after a lower court found that the map discriminated against Black voters, but the Supreme Court indicated that Alabama's arguments for the map's legality are likely to succeed. The ruling has implications for upcoming elections, with Alabama's primary elections now rescheduled for August 11.

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The Hill

Deb Haaland projected to win Democratic primary for New Mexico governor

Deb Haaland is projected to win the Democratic primary for governor in New Mexico, succeeding Michelle Lujan Grisham. Haaland previously served as the Interior Secretary and has been involved in initiatives related to public lands and Native American child welfare.

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Washington Examiner

Appeals Court Reviews Philadelphia's Lawsuit on Slavery Exhibit at Federal Site

A federal appeals court is reviewing Philadelphia's lawsuit seeking the restoration of a slavery exhibit at the President’s House site, managed by the federal government. The judges questioned the city's authority to dictate exhibits at a site not operated by them, as the Trump administration had removed the exhibit in January 2026 under an executive order.

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Washington Examiner

Supreme Court Allows Alabama to Use New Congressional Map

The Supreme Court ruled 6-3 on June 2, 2026, permitting Alabama to use a new congressional map that could benefit the Republican Party in the 2026 elections. This decision overturned a lower court's injunction that had deemed the map an unlawful racial gerrymander. The ruling has implications for the state's congressional representation, potentially shifting it from five Republicans and two Democrats to six Republicans and one Democrat.

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Guardian — US

Iowa Primary Elections: Josh Turek to Compete Against Ashley Hinson for US Senate Seat

Josh Turek, a Democratic state house representative, won the Iowa primary against Zach Wahls and will face Republican Ashley Hinson in the upcoming Senate election. The primary results set the stage for the November midterms, with Democrats seeking to compete in multiple races in a traditionally Republican state.

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Washington Examiner

Josh Turek Wins Iowa Democratic Senate Primary

Rep. Josh Turek won the Iowa Democratic Senate primary against state Sen. Zach Wahls, receiving 63.1% of the vote. Turek's campaign was bolstered by support from prominent Iowa Democrats and significant financial contributions from outside groups. The primary highlighted internal Democratic tensions regarding leadership and candidate strategies.

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New York Post

Supreme Court Approves Alabama's Redistricting Plan Following Emergency Appeal

The U.S. Supreme Court has granted approval for Alabama's new congressional district map, which is anticipated to favor Republican candidates in a district held by Democrats. The ruling comes after an emergency appeal was filed concerning the state's redistricting process.

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New York Post

Josh Turek wins Democratic nomination for Senate in Iowa

Josh Turek has secured the Democratic nomination for the Senate race in Iowa after defeating Zach Wahls. He will face Republican Representative Ashley Hinson in the general election, which is expected to be competitive.

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The Hill

Miller-Meeks and Bohannan to Compete in House Election in Iowa

Mariannette Miller-Meeks and Christina Bohannan will face each other in the upcoming House election in Iowa's 1st Congressional District. Both candidates secured victories in their primary elections on June 2, 2026.

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