American journalist and CNN anchor
The Los Angeles mayoral primary remains undecided as ballots continue to be counted. Bass has advanced to the November runoff, while Raman has gained a narrow lead over Pratt for the second slot as mail ballots are tallied.
President Donald Trump has walked out of an interview with NBC’s Kristen Welker, after she questions his claims that the 2020 election and a California vote were rigged. Welker traveled to Wisconsin for the sit-down; the exchange turned contentious as Trump calls the press crooked and ends the interview, saying he has had enough.
Broadcasters weigh airing a primetime Trump speech on election security as FCC investigations loom; several networks have limited or preempted coverage, while others are airing clips or streaming live updates.
Trump's endorsement of Darline Graham Nordone has shifted early polling and candidate momentum in South Carolina's special Senate race, with several rivals arguing for loyalty to the president while rivals push their own paths to victory.
The White House Correspondents’ Association has staged a reimagined dinner after a chaotic April event, amid growing pressure on the press. The smaller, security‑tight gathering aims to defend the First Amendment as subpoenas and threats against reporters continue to surface.
Trump has used a White House Correspondents’ Dinner to rebuke reporters while praising some and sparking debate about press freedoms. The event follows April’s shooting that disrupted the dinner and raised security concerns.