Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) in the news after a security guard connected to her district office shooting death incident. Crockett, born 1981, serves TX-30 in Congress since 2023; former TX House member.
In March 2026, AI and cryptocurrency industries spent nearly $20 million in Illinois primaries to influence candidates' stances on regulation. Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton, backed by Gov. JB Pritzker, won the Senate primary despite opposition from crypto-backed super PACs. Rival AI super PACs Leading the Future and Public First spent millions supporting opposing candidates nationwide, signaling growing tech industry political ambitions ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Evanston Mayor Daniel Biss won the Democratic primary for Illinois' 9th District, defeating candidates supported by AIPAC. Biss criticized the group's influence and emphasized progressive values. The race highlighted debates over U.S. support for Israel and party priorities, with Biss set to face a Republican in November.
Since April 20, 2026, Donald Trump has posted increasingly erratic messages on Truth Social, including threats to destroy Iran and bizarre images depicting himself as Jesus. Experts suggest his behavior indicates a mental decline, prompting calls for the 25th Amendment. Tensions with Iran and internal political pressure are rising.
Multiple members of Congress are under investigation for misconduct, including sexual harassment, campaign violations, and military actions. Several have resigned or are facing expulsion efforts, highlighting ongoing issues of ethics and accountability in Washington. The investigations are ongoing as political tensions remain high.
Trump has claimed he has passed a cognitive assessment, while allies and opponents accuse him of political manoeuvring as criticism of his health and approach to foreign policy intensifies across conservative circles and media figures.
Since late May, Trump-endorsed candidates have reshaped key Republican primaries: Ken Paxton has beaten John Cornyn in Texas and will face Democrat James Talarico in November; in South Carolina Trump has backed Lt. Gov. Pamela Evette and Sen. Lindsey Graham has secured the president's endorsement for his fifth-term bid. Democrats are raising funds and recalibrating strategy in response.
A Collin County jury has found a teen guilty of first‑degree murder in the stabbing of a rival high school athlete during a disputed tent incident at a Frisco track meet. The judge has sentenced him to 35 years in prison. Prosecutors and defense remain divided on race and self‑defense issues, while supporters push for mercy.