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Graham Platner, amid controversies, looks to advance in Maine Democratic Senate primary

Tuesday, June 9

(NEW YORK) -- Maine voters will decide on Tuesday whether oyster farmer Graham Platner will be the Democratic Party's nominee to take on longtime Republican Sen. Susan Collins in November.Maine Gov. Janet Mills is also on the Democratic Senate primary ballot on Tuesday, as... Read More.

Trump formally nominates Todd Blanche to serve as attorney general

Monday, June 8

(WASHINGTON) -- The Senate on Monday formally received President Donald Trump's nomination of Todd Blanche to serve as attorney general, teeing off what could be a potentially contentious confirmation battle.This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.Copyright © 2026, ABC Audio. All... Read More.

Kamala Harris eyes possible 2028 comeback, but some former allies look to ‘fresh’ faces

Monday, June 8

(WASHINGTON) -- Former Vice President Kamala Harris said she's "thinking about" a 2028 presidential bid, but some previous supporters are unenthusiastic -- despite her national name recognition and experience as second in command.ABC News spoke with more than 15 former donors, fundraisers, campaign aides,... Read More.

Senate approves $70 billion immigration enforcement bill

Friday, June 5

(WASHINGTON) -- The Senate voted early Friday morning to approve a $70 billion immigration enforcement package that includes nothing to rein in the "anti-weaponization" fund by a vote of 52-47.Republican Sen. Lisa Murkowski was the only Republican to join all Democrats in voting against... Read More.

Trump says he will nominate Todd Blanche as attorney general

Thursday, June 4

(WASHINGTON) -- President Donald Trump, during a dinner Wednesday evening, announced his intent to nominate acting Attorney General Todd Blanche to the post permanently.In a video shared on social media by White House Deputy Chief of Staff Dan Scavino, Trump is seen in the... Read More.

Former Trump adviser John Bolton expected to plead guilty over mishandling classified documents: Sources

Thursday, June 4

(WASHINGTON) -- President Donald Trump's former national security adviser John Bolton is expected to plead guilty over mishandling classified information, sources familiar with the matter told ABC News Thursday.Bolton could not immediately be reached for comment. The Department of Justice is declining to comment.Bolton... Read More.

Trump accuses California Democrats, without evidence, of trying to ‘steal’ elections

Thursday, June 4

(WASHINGTON) -- President Donald Trump posted to social media late Wednesday night accusing the Democratic Party in California of trying to "steal" the California gubernatorial and Los Angeles mayoral primaries, offering no evidence to support the allegation.In his posts, Trump complained about the alleged... Read More.

Higher gas prices fueling pain at the Pentagon

Wednesday, June 3

(WASHINGTON) -- The Pentagon is increasingly strained by a growing list of unplanned and rising expenses over the last year, with fuel costs emerging as one of the most significant pressures.Defense Department records show the average price the agency paid for fuel climbed from... Read More.

Key takeaways from primaries in LA, Iowa and New Jersey: Wins for incumbents, a loss for Trump

Wednesday, June 3

(NEW YORK) -- The results of House, governor and mayoral primary elections in six states on Tuesday night show some promising signs for incumbents and the Democratic establishment and the potential limits of an endorsement from President Donald Trump.They also show what a key... Read More.

Healthcare groups sue Trump administration over student loan caps

Wednesday, June 3

(WASHINGTON) -- Two physician associate groups have sued the Trump administration over a federal rule limiting student loan borrowing for some graduate degree programs that impact healthcare professionals, including physician associates and assistants (PAs), nurse practitioners and other clinical providers.The American Academy of Physician... Read More.

Trump admin proposes broad new tariffs on top trading partners

Wednesday, June 3

(WASHINGTON) -- The Trump administration is proposing a broad new set of tariffs on dozens of key trading partners, including the European Union, China, Mexico and Canada -- an aggressive move to rebuild the president's signature economic policy after many of his tariffs were... Read More.

‘Maybe we’ll never take it down’: Trump compares White House UFC arena to Eiffel Tower, says it could be permanent

Wednesday, June 3

(WASHINGTON) -- President Donald Trump is floating the possibility of keeping the UFC arena on the White House South Lawn -- built for a series of fights on his birthday and Flag Day -- permanently.In a video posted to his official TikTok account Tuesday... Read More.

Politics

Graham Platner, amid controversies, looks to advance in Maine Democratic Senate primary

Trump formally nominates Todd Blanche to serve as attorney general

Kamala Harris eyes possible 2028 comeback, but some former allies look to ‘fresh’ faces

Senate approves $70 billion immigration enforcement bill

Trump says he will nominate Todd Blanche as attorney general

Former Trump adviser John Bolton expected to plead guilty over mishandling classified documents: Sources

Trump accuses California Democrats, without evidence, of trying to ‘steal’ elections

Higher gas prices fueling pain at the Pentagon

Key takeaways from primaries in LA, Iowa and New Jersey: Wins for incumbents, a loss for Trump

Healthcare groups sue Trump administration over student loan caps

Trump admin proposes broad new tariffs on top trading partners

‘Maybe we’ll never take it down’: Trump compares White House UFC arena to Eiffel Tower, says it could be permanent

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