American politician; U.S. Senator for Arizona
Marvell Technology joins the S&P 500 on June 22, highlighting the growing role of semiconductors in the market, while Flex will also join; Pool Corp and The Campbell’s Company will be removed. Nvidia-linked optimism and a surge in Marvell’s stock follow the broader AI and data infrastructure boom.
Cornyn has acknowledged his defeat in the Texas Senate race, warning that Trump’s continued loyalty requirements risk fracturing the party. He says Republicans will grapple with a bumpy seven months ahead while colleagues gain more room to maneuver.
The Gordie Howe International Bridge remains closed despite calls to open it, with Mallory McMorrow accusing Donald Trump of blocking its opening to benefit a major donor. The scenario is unfolding as Michigan’s primary races intensify and the bridge becomes a point of political leverage.
Graham Platner has withdrawn from the Maine Senate race after a former girlfriend accused him of sexual assault. He denies the allegations, saying the decision is about protecting campaigns from power structures. The Maine Democratic Party must nominate a replacement before the July 27 deadline as it races to defend Susan Collins in November.
Graham Platner faces sexual assault allegations that have prompted Democratic leaders to call for his withdrawal from the Maine Senate race. Endorsements have been pulled by multiple groups, and Platner denies the accusations while considering the path forward.
Democrat Graham Platner has withdrawn amid sexual-assault allegations, triggering a rapid search for a replacement nominee ahead of a July 27 deadline. The Maine Democratic Party plans a nominating convention to select the nominee, while candidates race to present themselves to roughly 600 delegates.
Troy Jackson has won the Maine Democratic nomination to replace Graham Platner and will challenge incumbent Republican Sen. Susan Collins in November. Jackson has consolidated delegate support at a special convention in Bangor and is positioning a working‑class, progressive agenda while critics and Jewish voters express concern over his recent stances on Israel.
Graham Platner has withdrawn from the Maine Senate race after a sexual assault allegation. Democrats are replacing him and will hold a nominating convention by July 27 to select a new candidate to challenge Susan Collins in November. Several contenders are weighing runs as the party grapples with the upheaval and the race tightens.
Senator Ruben Gallego has acknowledged relationships with two House staffers from Texas Democrats during his decade in the House. The disclosures are prompting renewed calls for a bright-line rule banning staffer relationships with lawmakers, with the ethics committee having previously dismissed related complaints. The story is developing as scrutiny expands across several members.
Jackson has secured the Democratic nomination for Maine’s U.S. Senate seat at a delegate-dominated convention, replacing Platner amid controversy. Delegates view him as the best path to unseat Susan Collins, while the GOP eye a broad counter-offensive. The field narrows as endorsements consolidate behind Jackson, with the general election now in focus.
Democratic state official Francesca Hong has seen a shift in her gubernatorial bid as old social media posts are scrutinized. While she emphasizes focusing on policy and delivering for Wisconsinites, Republicans and some Democrats worry about electability in a close general election. The race is drawing national attention as endorsements and opposition converge ahead of the August primary.
Rep. Max Miller has refused to withdraw from Ohio's 7th congressional race after his ex-wife accused him of domestic abuse and the House Ethics Committee opened an inquiry. Party leaders missed the deadline to replace him on the general-election ballot, and Democratic groups have moved to boost challenger Brian Poindexter with millions in ad spending.
Families and lawmakers have raised alarms about living conditions and mental health aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, which has been continuously at sea since November and has not made a port call for more than 240 days. Reports have cited food shortages, plumbing failures, water contamination and multiple attempted overboard incidents; senators have asked Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth for answers.