NY Times: “Since President Trump began a widespread crackdown on immigration, few Republicans in Congress have criticized his efforts to facilitate mass deportations, including of migrants authorized to live or work in the United States. But a small group of Republican lawmakers from South Florida has begun gently pushing back against the administration’s move to…
“Sen. Lindsey Graham gets a 2026 challenge from Democrat Annie Andrews”
ABC News: “Dr. Annie Andrews, the South Carolina Democrat who unsuccessfully challenged Rep. Nancy Mace in 2022, says she’s running against Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham in 2026, challenging the four-term incumbent in part due to what she characterized as his waffling positions over the course of his political career. “He’s changed his position on nearly every issue…
“Senator Tommy Tuberville of Alabama Will Run for Governor”
NY Times: “Senator Tommy Tuberville of Alabama, a Republican and former Auburn University football coach, will run for governor of the state in the 2026 election, he announced on Tuesday. Mr. Tuberville, a staunch ally of President Trump, parlayed the name recognition he built during his football career into a victory over Senator Doug Jones, a Democrat,…
“Ronnie Dugger, Crusading Texas Journalist, Dies at 95”
NY Times: “Ronnie Dugger, the crusading editor of a small but influential Texas journal who challenged presidents, corporations and America’s privileged classes to face their responsibility for racism, poverty and the perils of nuclear war, died on Tuesday at an assisted living facility in Austin, Texas. He was 95. His daughter, Celia Dugger, the health…
“‘Pathetic’: Trump slammed for pardoning Virginia sheriff convicted of bribery charges”
AlterNet: “President Donald Trump granted a pardon to Scott Jenkins, a former sheriff from Culpeper County, Virginia, who had been convicted on federal bribery charges and sentenced to a decade in prison.”
“6 Democrats want to be Va.’s lieutenant governor. Here’s what to know.”
WaPo: “They all promise to “fight” or “stand up” to President Donald Trump. All want to spend more on education, protect abortion access, increase the minimum wage and restore voting rights for people who have completed felony sentences. The six candidates vying to become the Democratic nominee for Virginia lieutenant governor in a June 17…
“Tennessee School Accused of Withholding Student’s Diploma After She Comes Out as Gay”
Hollywood Unlocked: “A Tennessee high school senior’s high school diploma was withheld after coming out as gay, sparking public outrage, a family protest, and a formal lawsuit. Morgan Armstrong, a graduating senior at Tennessee Christian Preparatory School, alleges that the school is punishing her for publicly revealing her sexuality. According to court filings, Armstrong posted…
“Democratic Rep. Gerry Connolly of Virginia dies after battling cancer”
CNBC: “Democratic Rep. Gerry Connolly of Virginia has died at the age of 75 after a battle with esophageal cancer, his family said Wednesday. “It is with immense sadness that we share that our devoted and loving father, husband, brother, friend, and public servant, Congressman Gerald E. Connolly, passed away peacefully at his home this morning…
“Florida approves first black bear hunt in 10 years, amid strong opposition”
CBS News: “Florida wildlife officials gave preliminary approval Wednesday for the first black bear hunt since the last one 10 years ago, which was halted early after more than 300 bears were killed in only two days. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission voted 4-1 at a meeting in Ocala in favor of a bear hunt in December…
“New Orleans jailbreak recalls brazen prison escape by the ‘Texas Seven’”
WaPo: “The escape of 10 inmates from a New Orleans jail last week, and the tense chase that has so far resulted in the capture of five fugitives, is reminiscent of another brazen jailbreak that gripped the entire country nearly 25 years ago. In December 2000, seven prisonersserving time for violent crimes ranging from murder to child…