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Concerns Grow Over Timing for Trump's Legislative Agenda

The Senate is heading for a five-week recess, leaving key political issues unresolved until September, while President Trump pressures Senate leadership to advance his agenda before potential Republican losses in Congress.

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Trump focuses on vaccine policy ahead of midterm elections

The Trump administration has renewed focus on vaccine policy by announcing an executive order to revise the childhood vaccine schedule ahead of the midterm elections.

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Taxpayer Funding for Artillery Plant Results in No Production

A taxpayer-funded artillery plant costing $533 million has not produced any output and remains inactive.

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Progressive Candidates Win Primaries, Affecting Democratic Strategy

Progressive candidates have won recent Democratic primaries, potentially complicating party unity for future elections.

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Lobbyist testifies about payment for travel related to inquiry

A lobbyist testified about paying for the brother of a former premier's travel and suggested a CEO avoid a parliamentary committee appearance.

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AOC discusses past rhetoric and current political positions

AOC reflects on past political rhetoric and urges focus on current candidate platforms.

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Japanese ambassador comments on Albanese's remarks about melon gift

The Japanese ambassador reassured Tokyo about Albanese's comments on a melon gift, while the Coalition called for a police investigation into a leaked diplomatic cable, which Labor dismissed as a political stunt.

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Andrew Bragg proposes migration limit of 180,000 per year

Liberal senator Andrew Bragg has proposed lowering net migration to 180,000 annually to address Australia's housing shortfall.

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David Crowley wins Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor

David Crowley won the Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor against Francesca Hong.

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Thailand suspends firearms licences following school shooting

Thailand has suspended the issuance of firearms licences following a deadly school shooting that left nine people dead.

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Phil Scott to face Amanda Janoo in Vermont gubernatorial election

Vermont Governor Phil Scott is set to face Amanda Janoo in the upcoming gubernatorial election.

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British man faces deportation from Sweden after migration court ruling

A British man with dementia faces deportation from Sweden after a court ruling prioritizing immigration reduction over his care needs.

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Trump confirms he changed planes after NATO summit due to potential threat

Trump confirmed he changed planes after the NATO summit due to a potential threat, leaving journalists and staff unaware of his departure.

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Trump comments on military plane transfer plan requested by Secret Service

President Trump revealed that the Secret Service requested a plan to transfer him from Air Force One to a different military plane.

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Trina Swanson wins Democratic primary in Minnesota’s 8th Congressional District

Trina Swanson has won the Democratic primary in Minnesota’s 8th Congressional District, securing her place in the general election.

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Lisa Demuth wins Republican primary for Minnesota governor

Lisa Demuth has won the Republican primary for governor in Minnesota, defeating Mike Lindell, who was endorsed by former President Trump.

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ICE to acquire devices that can deliver electric shocks to officers

ICE plans to acquire electric shock gloves for officers, potentially changing law enforcement practices.

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Matt Little wins Democratic primary for Minnesota's 2nd Congressional District

Matt Little won the Democratic primary for Minnesota's 2nd Congressional District and will face Republican Eric Pratt in the general election.

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Michael Alfonso wins GOP primary for congressional seat in Wisconsin's 7th District

Michael Alfonso won the GOP primary for the congressional seat in Wisconsin's 7th District.

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Van Orden to face Cooke in rematch for Wisconsin House seat

Derrick Van Orden will compete against Rebecca Cooke in a rematch for a House seat in Wisconsin.

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HHS reports 35 states have stopped intercepting Social Security benefits for orphans

Thirty-five states have stopped intercepting Social Security benefits meant for orphans in foster care.

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Luke Bronin defeats John Larson in Connecticut House primary

Luke Bronin is projected to defeat John Larson in the Democratic primary for Connecticut’s 1st Congressional District.

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Rhett Marques to run against Shomari Figures for Alabama House seat

Rhett Marques is set to challenge Shomari Figures for a House seat in Alabama after a Supreme Court decision allowed a new district map.

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South Carolina Republican Senate primary moves to runoff

Senator Darline Graham and Representative Ralph Norman advanced to a runoff in South Carolina's Republican Senate primary.

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Federal judge blocks U.S. Postal Service mail-in voting enforcement

A federal judge has blocked the U.S. Postal Service from enforcing an executive order related to mail-in voting.

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Jerry Carl advances to general election for Alabama's 1st Congressional District

Jerry Carl has secured the GOP nomination for Alabama's 1st Congressional District, advancing to the general election.

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Ned Lamont wins Democratic primary to advance in Connecticut governor's race

Ned Lamont won the Democratic primary in Connecticut's governor race, advancing to the general election against Ryan Fazio.

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Cook Islands Prime Minister Discusses Recent Diplomatic Issues Ahead of Election

Cook Islands Prime Minister Mark Brown addressed recent diplomatic tensions and deep-sea mining debates in an interview ahead of elections.

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Darline Graham competes in GOP primary for Senate seat

Darline Graham is competing in a GOP primary election to fill her late brother's Senate seat in South Carolina.

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Trump discusses potential national security emergency for midterm elections

President Trump suggested the possibility of declaring a national security emergency to federalize control over the midterm elections if certain legislation is not passed.