VP Harris in the news as 2028 politics swirl and party shifts loom. Bio: Kamala Harris, born 1964, served as 49th US Vice President (2021–2025) under Biden. First woman, first Black woman VP.
James Talarico, a Democratic candidate, wins the Texas primary amid voting chaos and Republican runoff battles. He now faces either scandal-plagued Ken Paxton or incumbent John Cornyn in a highly expensive and closely watched race. The primary saw record spending and voting issues in Dallas, with national attention on Texas's political shift.
Polls in Illinois's Democratic primary show a highly uncertain race, with narrow leads and many undecided voters. The race features Lt. Gov. Juliana Stratton and Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, amid infrequent polling and last-minute voter decisions, making the outcome unpredictable as the election approaches today.
Recent polls reveal a significant shift in global perceptions: allies increasingly trust China over the U.S., citing U.S. foreign policy disruptions under Trump. Meanwhile, Americans' views on their country's role abroad remain divided, with some support for military actions amid ongoing debates about U.S. global influence.
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.
Nation Wood, 25, was arrested after allegedly shooting and killing his girlfriend, Samantha Emge, 22, in San Francisco. Wood claims it was an accident during a dry-fire. He faces involuntary manslaughter charges, and the incident is under investigation. Emge was a recent graduate and interior designer. The case raises questions about firearm safety and domestic violence.
President Trump has launched a personal attack on Bruce Springsteen, calling him a 'dried up prune' and accusing him of Trump Derangement Syndrome. The singer, a vocal critic of Trump, has been openly political during his US tour, criticizing the administration's policies and calling for a boycott of his concerts. The feud highlights ongoing political tensions.
Democrat Analilia Mejía has won New Jersey's 11th District special election, maintaining Democratic control in a narrowly divided House. Meanwhile, the House has voted 214-213 against a war powers resolution aimed at limiting President Trump's military actions in Iran, reflecting deep partisan divides as the Iran conflict continues with no clear end.
The US is planning to shift from voluntary to automatic registration for men aged 18-25 for potential military drafts, as part of broader efforts to prepare for possible conflicts amid rising tensions with Iran and Russia. The change is pending final approval and could impact future conscription policies.
Recent articles highlight shifts in food culture and markets. A chef turned entrepreneur has built a successful business based on family recipes and community. Meanwhile, a caviar brand aims to democratize luxury, and a golf champion hosts the most expensive Masters dinner ever. These stories reflect evolving consumer preferences and industry dynamics.
Israel has intensified attacks on Lebanon's water infrastructure, damaging key facilities and disrupting supplies. Experts say these actions aim to displace populations and weaken Lebanon’s resilience amid ongoing conflict. The damage follows recent Israeli military operations and escalates regional tensions, with water access becoming a strategic tool.
The US and Israel have begun air strikes on Iran, killing Iran's Supreme Leader and top officials. The attacks are widely considered unjustified under international law. Iran has responded with missile and drone strikes, and tensions are escalating as negotiations for a ceasefire are ongoing.
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.
Republicans are tapping Trump turnout power while shaping a cost‑of‑living policy platform, aiming to avoid a pure referendum on the president. Democrats counter with a 10‑bill progressive agenda and restructuring of district maps, signaling a high‑stakes clash ahead of midterms and 2028 considerations.
A CNN review has resurfaced decade-old posts by Michigan state Sen. Mallory McMorrow, highlighting liberal views that diverge from her current moderate image. The posts include criticisms of rural voters and comments about cars, prompting criticisms from rivals while McMorrow defends the posts as normal for someone who has moved across the country.
The SAVE America Act has become a central GOP priority as midterms approach. POLITICO polling shows core provisions have some support, notably voter-ID requirements, but overall enthusiasm for the sweeping elections bill remains limited and partisan divides are sharpening ahead of voting.
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has met President Donald Trump at the White House on Thursday. They have held private talks and a working lunch, agreed to set up trade and security talks, and have established a working group to negotiate tariffs, critical minerals and organised crime cooperation.
Vice President JD Vance is on a high-profile tour in Iowa, linking economic messaging with support for Republican candidates. The trip follows a string of public missteps and signals potential presidential ambitions, while party dynamics and polling underline a tense path toward 2028.
A mix of polling and local accounts show the once-dominant Republican coalition is fracturing as nonwhite voters and working-class voters drift from the party. While Trump remains a central figure, approval has fallen and Democrats have secured several off-year wins, signaling strategic headwinds for the GOP ahead of elections.
New York Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has repeatedly downplayed a 2028 presidency, stating her broader ambition is to change the country and defend long‑standing policy priorities, including single‑payer healthcare and workers’ rights. Polls show continued interest in her as a future national figure, but she emphasizes daily actions over titles.
The Democratic National Committee has not released its internal autopsy on the 2024 loss, despite donor and ally pressure. DNC Chair Ken Martin continues to withhold the report, while Kamala Harris faces renewed scrutiny as she eyes a potential 2028 bid. The debate over transparency and accountability intensifies within the party.
Georgia is holding its primary vote, shaping the battleground for the November midterms. Incumbent Democrat Jon Ossoff faces a crowded Republican field in the U.S. Senate race, while Democrats push for a gubernatorial win. Key issues include affordability, election administration, and gerrymandering.
President Trump has been informally polling aides and guests about whether Vice President JD Vance or Secretary of State Marco Rubio should lead the Republican ticket in 2028 and has repeatedly mused that a Vance–Rubio ticket would be a "dream team." Both officials have been taking higher-profile roles: Vance is expanding his foreign policy and Midwest campaigning, while Rubio is engaging in diplomacy and public briefings.
The president has reused social media to push conspiracy theories about former officials, attacked media coverage, and posted war‑themed AI images amid ongoing Iran tensions and a fragile ceasefire.
A wave of local and state actions is driving a pause in new data-center approvals as officials weigh electricity demand, water use, and community impact. Governors and legislators are considering temporary bans or moratoria while studies assess environmental and economic effects. Industry groups warn against overreach while residents push for local control and benefits.
The Democratic National Committee has released a 192‑page autopsy of the 2024 election that it had kept secret. Chair Ken Martin has said the report "does not meet my standards" and has apologised for withholding it; the draft is incomplete, annotated as unverified in places, omits Gaza/Israel, and is prompting internal criticism and calls for his resignation.
Stephen Colbert has hosted his final Late Show as CBS confirms the program’s cancellation, with the finale featuring Paul McCartney and a climactic performance of Hello, Goodbye. Coverage notes the financial rationale behind CBS’s decision and situates the moment within broader shifts in network television.
Jill Biden has said she was "frightened" watching Joe Biden's June 2024 debate performance and thought he might be having a stroke, according to excerpts from her memoir View from the East Wing and a CBS News interview. The book has recounted concerns about his health before the debate and the chain of events that led to his withdrawal from the 2024 race.
The New York Times and NY Post articles show Democrats eyeing Texas as Paxton defeats Cornyn in the GOP primary, while the Times argues demographic trends could help a blue Texas in November. The conversation highlights party dynamics and potential shifts in statewide outcomes.
The Supreme Court has lifted a lower court injunction, allowing Alabama to use a court-drawn map with a majority-Black district deficit for August primaries. The decision reflects a wider national push by Republicans to redraw districts amid a shifting Voting Rights Act landscape, with Alabama joining a chorus of Southern states pursuing mid-decade redistricting ahead of the 2028 elections.
California has held its jungle primary today, June 2, 2026, to narrow a crowded field for governor, Los Angeles mayor and new congressional districts. Polling had placed Democrat Xavier Becerra, Democrat Tom Steyer and Republican Steve Hilton near the top; results will determine whether Democrats avoid splitting the vote and how the new map reshapes House races.
Xavier Becerra has advanced from California’s jungle primary to the November runoff after a late surge in counted ballots. Officials have continued counting mail ballots through mid‑June to determine whether he will face Democrat Tom Steyer or Republican Steve Hilton in November. The slow count reflects California’s rules for late‑arriving mail ballots.
The Ellison family’s Paramount is pushing ahead with its deal to merge with Warner Bros. Discovery, amid heightened scrutiny from the DOJ and state attorneys general. Regulators have hosted a lengthy deposition and remain weighing antitrust implications, while Paramount’s chief legal officer frames opposition as politically charged. CBS News leadership changes have intensified internal turmoil.
As mail ballots continue to be counted, Nithya Raman has overtaken Spencer Pratt to advance to the November runoff against incumbent Karen Bass, with results still unsettled as of today. The latest tallies show Raman in the lead in a tight, open-primary race.