Policy & Law

Sen. Tom Cotton Urges DOJ to Probe Chinese Bid to Kneecap American AI

The Arkansas Republican wants federal investigators to examine whether foreign actors are attempting to shape U.S. public opinion against data centers and AI development.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, June 10, 2026 · 4 min read
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Ocasio-Cortez Calls Platner Behavior 'Hard to Stomach,' Frames Maine Senate Race as Voter Choice

The New York Democrat acknowledged the Democratic candidate's controversies while arguing voters face a choice between his conduct and Collins's healthcare votes.

By Diane Park · Wednesday, June 10, 2026 · 4 min read
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Michigan Is 'Ready' If Administration Sends Federal Agents to November Polls, Lieutenant Governor Says

Garlin Gilchrist II tells NBC's Meet the Press that Michigan has protocols in place as some states brace for potential federal election monitoring.

By Eleanor Cross · Wednesday, June 10, 2026 · 3 min read
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As 2028 Approaches, Democrats Face Questions About Messaging Strategy Beyond Anti-Trump Frame

The Hill's Fight for 2028 discussion will examine whether the party can develop a forward-looking agenda as potential candidates position themselves.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, June 10, 2026 · 3 min read
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Maine Democrats Grapple With Platner Scandals as Primary Nears to Face Sen. Collins

With 90% of voters aware of the allegations against him, Graham Platner's margin of victory tonight will signal how deeply the controversies have divided the party.

By Marcus Webb · Wednesday, June 10, 2026 · 4 min read
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Paramount Seeks Business Counterpart for Weiss at CBS News as Merger Talks Progress

The potential hire would partner with the incoming editorial leader if Paramount Skydance's deal with Warner Bros. Discovery closes, sources say.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, June 9, 2026 · 3 min read
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Fired Navy Admiral Nancy Lacore Advances to Runoff in South Carolina House Race

The three-star vice admiral, whom Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth removed from the Pentagon last year, will face Mac Deford on June 23 for the Democratic nomination to succeed Rep. Nancy Mace.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, June 9, 2026 · 4 min read
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Belfast Stabbing Incident Prompts Debate Over Media Coverage, Government Response

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer called the attack 'sickening' while some politicians warned against using the incident for political purposes.

By Eleanor Cross · Tuesday, June 9, 2026 · 3 min read
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Homeless Man Accused in Penn Station Stabbings Had Extensive Criminal History, Records Show

Hector Deleon, 51, was arrested multiple times over four years, including prior stabbings and probation violations, before allegedly wounding six men at the transit hub.

By Diane Park · Tuesday, June 9, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Live Results: North Dakota Holds Midterm Primaries With U.S. House Seat, Ballot Measure on Tap

Republican Rep. Julie Fedorchak faces primary challenge while Fargo voters elect a new mayor and decide a constitutional amendment limiting future ballot measures to single subjects.

By Marcus Webb · Tuesday, June 9, 2026 · 4 min read