Rep. Thomas Massie loses Republican House primary, Trump-backed challenger Ed Gallrein wins, and other top stories from the US primaries
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Rep. Thomas Massie loses Republican House primary, Trump-backed challenger Ed Gallrein wins, and other top stories from the US primaries
President Trump's public push for lower interest rates has been countered by rising borrowing costs, driven by the Iran war, tariffs, and AI data center financing. Despite his claims of a booming economy, inflation and debt service costs are increasing, posing challenges for Republicans ahead of November elections.
The Trump administration's strategy of packing immigration courtrooms and reducing hearing lead times has led to a historic rise in missed court dates and immediate deportation orders, with data showing a doubling of no-show rates and a significant increase in deportations.
India experienced significant anti-government protests after several students died by suicide following an order to retake a leaked medical school entrance exam. The unrest, fueled by student anger and parental sacrifices for education, led to the education minister's resignation and government promises of compensation.
Michigan's open Senate seat primary features two Democratic millennial candidates, Abdul El-Sayed and Haley Stevens, whose differing platforms on issues like healthcare and foreign policy highlight the party's internal struggle between progressive and moderate wings, with national implications for Senate control.
President Trump announced a "historic" deal for Hamas's complete disarmament, brokered by his Board of Peace with mediators Turkey, Egypt, and Qatar. However, a senior Hamas official disputed the terms, stating Israel must first withdraw from parts of Gaza, and the Palestinian Islamic Jihad Movement called the deal "inaccurate."
Satellite images reveal new damage to Amazon data centers in UAE and Bahrain, and a crucial Saudi oil facility, following missile and drone attacks by Iran and Houthi allies. The strikes, including a Houthi naval blockade in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, threaten global oil exports and have caused a 40% drop in tanker transits, escalating conflict in the Middle East.
