The Trump administration acknowledged in court filings that $7.5bn in clean energy grants were terminated based solely on political criteria, targeting Democratic states that voted for Kamala Harris in the 2024 election.
Ray County Prosecutor Camille Johnston was temporarily removed from office after Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway accused her of sexual misconduct with a criminal defendant and a defense attorney, and of firing an employee who discovered an affair.
US Senator Lindsey Graham, a prominent Republican and ally of Donald Trump, has died at the age of 71 following a sudden illness. His office confirmed his passing on Sunday, with reports suggesting chest pains and cardiac arrest. Graham, who represented South Carolina since 2003, was a key figure in foreign policy and a staunch defender of Trump.
US Senator Lindsey Graham, a key ally of Donald Trump and a prominent Republican figure, has died suddenly at the age of 71. His office announced his passing on Sunday, citing a brief illness. Graham, who represented South Carolina since 2003, was running for re-election.
Comedian Jonathan David Harvey, as the character Count Binface, is running against Nigel Farage in Clacton-on-Sea. Farage is seeking re-election after resigning his parliamentary seat amid an investigation into a large cryptocurrency gift. Binface has made several unusual campaign pledges.
Nigel Farage's Reform UK party is upbeat about the Clacton by-election, despite strategic missteps. Farage's plan to preempt a likely suspension was complicated by a widened investigation and all major parties boycotting the race, leaving him to campaign against unconventional opponents.
Nigel Farage has resigned as a Member of Parliament for Clacton, triggering a by-election. He faces probes into a £5 million gift from a crypto billionaire and donations from an entrepreneur with a fraud conviction. Farage stated he has done nothing wrong and will fight to win the upcoming election.
Nigel Farage will resign as MP for Clacton-on-Sea to seek re-election, framing it as a challenge to the establishment. His decision follows investigations into a £5 million gift from a crypto billionaire and undeclared funding from a convicted fraudster.
A royal commission into antisemitism heard that Meta's January 2025 decision to "reduce censorship" on platforms like Facebook and Instagram may have led to increased hate speech, including antisemitic content. Meta stated its processes now focus on offline harm, but critics argue the changes are unrealistic and impact content moderation.
A Guardian Essential poll reveals Australians hold a more negative view of Israel than China. Women and middle-aged individuals show the least positive perception of Israel. Perceptions of Donald Trump have also declined significantly among Australians.
Italian PM Giorgia Meloni responded forcefully to US President Donald Trump's public criticism, calling his claims invented and stating her popularity suffers from their association. The dispute highlights tensions over Italy's defense spending and trade surplus with the US, and signals a potential shift in the relationship between the Italian right and MAGA.
Brazilian President Lula da Silva has cautioned US President Donald Trump against interfering in Brazil's upcoming presidential elections, stating that elections are a domestic issue. The warning comes after both leaders attended the G7 summit, where Trump made comments about Brazil's political climate and the legal troubles of the Bolsonaro family.
Hillary Clinton stated Joe Biden's decision to seek a second term was a "terrible mistake" that cost Democrats the presidency and damaged his legacy. She believes a primary would have produced a stronger nominee to defeat Donald Trump.
Taiwan's Legislative Yuan passed an amendment to the Public Officials Election and Recall Act, allowing individuals serving probation or community service to run for office. Critics, including DPP legislator Chen Pei-yu, argue this benefits Hsinchu Mayor Kao Hung-an's re-election bid and was rushed through before the budget was finalized, prioritizing electoral interests over public welfare.
South Korean Culture Minister Choi Kyung-hwan congratulated Kim Jae-youl on his re-election as President of the International Skating Union (ISU). Kim, the first non-European ISU president, was re-elected unopposed at the ISU General Assembly in Tenerife, Spain, for his innovative leadership and athlete-centered administration.
Gyeongnam Governor Park Wan-soo, re-elected in the 6.3 local elections, is expected to proceed with appointments for heads of public institutions whose terms are ending or are vacant, coinciding with the start of his ninth term next month. Out of 17 institutions, 11 require new leadership, with four currently vacant due to resignations to support the governor's election campaign.
Taiwan's legislature passed an amendment to the Public Officials Election and Recall Act, removing the disqualification for candidates sentenced to probation or community service. This change, dubbed the 'Gao Hung-an clause,' allows New Taipei City Councilor Huang Yong-chang, previously disqualified due to a probation sentence, to run for re-election. The amendment also adds a disqualification for those convicted of fraud offenses.
The Supreme Court of India indicated it typically does not intervene in cases of rejected election nominations before elections, suggesting remedies should be sought through election law post-rejection. This stance came during a hearing of Congress leader Meenakshi Natarajan's plea against the rejection of her Rajya Sabha nomination in Madhya Pradesh due to alleged non-disclosure of a criminal case.
Real Madrid has appointed Jose Mourinho as their new manager on a three-year contract, confirming his return to the club after 13 years. The decision follows the re-election of club president Florentino Perez.
Former Tagawa Mayor Takuya Murakami, who resigned in late May after being found to have sexually harassed a female employee, announced his candidacy for the July 5th mayoral election. He stated his intention to seek a judgment from voters on the issue and his three years of mayoral administration.
South Korea's June 3 local elections faced an unprecedented crisis due to insufficient ballot paper, forcing extended voting hours and leading to protests. The issue, concentrated in traditional strongholds of the opposition People Power Party, has fueled suspicions of electoral irregularities and calls for a re-election, drawing parallels to Hong Kong's protest tactics.
Jose Mourinho to take over as Real Madrid's head coach after Florentino Perez's re-election as president with 65% of the vote, ensuring Mourinho's pre-signed 3-year contract becomes valid.
Real Madrid president Florentino Perez stated Jose Mourinho is his preferred choice if re-elected. Perez also confirmed plans to sign Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate. Mourinho's return depends on the upcoming presidential election outcome.
The Justice Party's Gangwon Provincial Chapter declared a significant advancement for progressive politics in the region following Yoon Min-seop's re-election to the Chuncheon City Council and securing 10,419 votes in the provincial proportional representation election. The party highlighted Yoon's re-election as a historic first for the party in a Gangwon constituency and vowed to continue advocating for electoral reform, including the abolition of the 5% threshold for small parties.
