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The New Yorker

Iowa Primary Election Results: Lahn Wins G.O.P. Gubernatorial Contest

In the Iowa primary elections, Zach Lahn emerged victorious in the Republican gubernatorial contest against Randy Feenstra. Additionally, Josh Turek and Ashley Hinson will contest for the seat of retiring Republican Senator Joni Ernst.

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cnn.com

Los Angeles Mayoral Race: Karen Bass and Spencer Pratt Advance to November Election

Spencer Pratt and Karen Bass are set to compete in the November election for Los Angeles mayor after both advanced from the primary. Pratt has campaigned against Bass, focusing on dissatisfaction with city management, while Bass has highlighted her administration's progress on homelessness and public safety. The election reflects broader voter concerns about the city's challenges.

Bias: 45 Sentiment: +0.00
Washington Examiner

Karen Bass Advances to Runoff in Los Angeles Mayoral Election

Karen Bass has advanced to the runoff in the Los Angeles mayoral election, leading with 34.8% of the votes counted. Spencer Pratt and Nithya Raman are competing for the second spot, with 30.4% and 22.3% respectively. The final results will take time to process due to California's voting system.

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Washington Examiner

Karen Bass Advances to Runoff in Los Angeles Mayoral Election

Karen Bass has advanced to the November general election for Los Angeles mayor, leading with 34.8% of the votes counted so far. She faces competition from Nithya Raman and Spencer Pratt, with no candidate having secured a majority yet. The election results are still pending as California's ballot counting process continues.

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Guardian — US

New Jersey Police Block Journalists During Protests at ICE Facility

New Jersey state police formed a blockade during protests at an ICE detention facility, detaining both protesters and journalists. The police's actions raised concerns about press freedoms as many journalists were reportedly prevented from covering the protests.

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The Daily Beast

Randy Feenstra Loses Iowa GOP Governor Primary Despite Trump Endorsement

Rep. Randy Feenstra lost the Iowa Republican gubernatorial primary to Zach Lahn, despite being endorsed by Donald Trump. Lahn secured 37.8% of the vote compared to Feenstra's 37%. This loss is significant as it is the first defeat for a Trump-backed gubernatorial candidate in a primary election.

Bias: 65 Sentiment: -0.10
Washington Examiner

California 22nd Congressional District Primary Results: Rep. David Valadao Advances to General Election

Rep. David Valadao has advanced to the general election for California's 22nd Congressional District after securing 44.5% of the primary vote. He will compete against either Randy Villegas or Jasmeet Bains, both Democrats, for a spot in the general election. The race is considered highly competitive due to the significant Democratic voter registration in the district.

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Washington Examiner

Scott Wiener Advances to General Election in California's 11th District Primary

Scott Wiener has advanced to the general election following the California 11th district primary, receiving 41.3% of the vote. Connie Chan and Saikat Chakrabarti are competing for the second spot to join him in the general election. This primary is notable as it is the first competitive race for the district in nearly four decades.

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Fox News — Latest

South Dakota GOP Gubernatorial Race Advances to Runoff

Toby Doeden has advanced to a July runoff in the South Dakota GOP gubernatorial race, with the second contender still to be determined. Incumbent Governor Larry Rhoden, along with U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson and House Speaker Jon Hansen, are potential candidates for the runoff. Rhoden has emphasized his conservative positions and the need for business-friendly policies in the state.

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Fox News — Politics

South Dakota Governor Advances to Runoff in Republican Primary

South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden has moved on to a runoff in the Republican primary against businessman Toby Doeden after no candidate surpassed the 35% vote threshold. The final election is set for June 28, following an eight-week campaign period. Rhoden aims to continue the policies of former Governor Kristi Noem, while Doeden presents himself as a political outsider.

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Fox News — Politics

South Dakota GOP gubernatorial race heads to runoff

Toby Doeden will proceed to a runoff in the South Dakota GOP gubernatorial race, with the second contender still to be determined. Incumbent Governor Larry Rhoden remains a potential candidate for the runoff, depending on the outcomes of the ongoing primary contest.

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Fox News — Politics

Feenstra concedes to Lahn in Iowa GOP gubernatorial primary

Rep. Randy Feenstra conceded to Zach Lahn in the Iowa GOP gubernatorial primary, marking an upset victory for Lahn. Lahn will now compete against Democratic State Auditor Rob Sand in the November general election, which is expected to be competitive.

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Fox News — Latest

Feenstra concedes to Lahn in Iowa GOP gubernatorial primary

Rep. Randy Feenstra conceded to Zach Lahn in Iowa's GOP gubernatorial primary on June 3, 2026. Lahn, who campaigned on an 'Iowa First' message, will face Democratic State Auditor Rob Sand in the November general election, which is expected to be competitive.

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nbcnews.com

Rebecca Bennett Wins Democratic Primary in New Jersey's 7th Congressional District

Rebecca Bennett has won the Democratic primary for New Jersey's 7th Congressional District and will challenge Republican Rep. Tom Kean Jr. in the upcoming general election. Kean has been absent from Congress since March due to a personal medical issue, which has drawn criticism from Bennett and mixed reactions from constituents.

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nbcnews.com

Deb Haaland wins Democratic primary for New Mexico governor

Deb Haaland has secured the Democratic nomination for governor in New Mexico, making her a front-runner in the upcoming general election. If elected, she would be the first female Native American governor in the U.S. Haaland's campaign focuses on her heritage and key issues such as healthcare and job creation, while she critiques former President Trump's policies.

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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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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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Fox News — Latest

Josh Turek Wins Democratic Senate Nomination in Iowa

Josh Turek has won the Democratic nomination for the Senate seat in Iowa, previously held by Republican Joni Ernst. Turek will face Republican Ashley Hinson in the general election, as both parties prepare for a competitive midterm election season.

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Fox News — Politics

Josh Turek wins Democratic nomination for Iowa Senate seat

Josh Turek has won the Democratic nomination for the U.S. Senate seat in Iowa, defeating Zach Wahls in the primary. He will face Republican Ashley Hinson in a key race for the midterm elections, which could impact the Senate's balance of power.

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