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Melat Kiros defeated longtime U.S. Representative Diana DeGette in the Democratic primary for Colorado's 1st Congressional District. Kiros, 29, is set to become the first Black woman to represent Colorado in Congress and will likely win the general election in November.
Key Facts
Melat Kiros beat Diana DeGette, who had been elected 15 times before, in the Democratic primary.
Kiros won by about 6 percentage points with 49% of the vote versus DeGette's 44%.
The district is strongly Democratic, making Kiros the expected winner in the November general election.
Kiros is 29 years old and would be the first Black woman to represent Colorado in Congress.
DeGette had more financial support but Kiros was backed by progressive groups like Justice Democrats and Sunrise Movement.
Kiros received an endorsement from Senator Bernie Sanders.
Millions of dollars were spent in the race by outside groups supporting both candidates.
The district covers Denver and parts of Arapahoe County.
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Melat Kiros, a democratic socialist, won the Democratic primary in Denver by defeating incumbent Rep. Diana DeGette. This result continues recent wins for the far-left wing of the Democratic Party and presents a new challenge for House Democratic leaders before the November election.
Key Facts
Melat Kiros identifies as a democratic socialist.
Kiros defeated Diana DeGette, a progressive incumbent representative from Colorado.
The primary win was for a Denver-based U.S. House seat.
Kiros is a former attorney.
The victory is seen as part of a series of wins for the far-left faction in the Democratic Party.
House Democratic leadership may be concerned about the impact on their strategy ahead of the November general election.
Republicans are likely to view this outcome positively.
The election reflects shifts in the Democratic Party’s internal dynamics.
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Labor activist Dolores Huerta criticized President Donald Trump’s comments about Mexicans and urged Latino voters in Texas, California, and other states to support change in the November elections. She highlighted Latino political candidates and emphasized the power of Latino voters in influencing election outcomes.
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Dolores Huerta said President Trump’s remarks about Mexicans show he lacks knowledge of history.
Trump’s 2015 campaign speech included negative statements about Mexican immigrants.
Huerta co-founded the United Farm Workers and popularized the phrase "si, se puede" ("Yes, we can").
She spoke at the Texas Democratic Convention, supporting Democratic candidates James Talarico and Gina Hinojosa.
Polls show tight races in Texas for statewide offices, with Talarico and his opponent tied.
Texas Hispanics largely supported Trump in 2024 by about 55%, but Democrats see potential to increase Latino voter support.
Huerta noted Latino candidates in Texas and California as examples of growing political influence.
Texas Democrats believe there is strong desire for change among voters, especially Latino voters, despite challenges from Republicans and media division.
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Three people were arrested after attacking two CBS News Chicago journalists near the Adler Planetarium. The suspects used racial slurs, threatened the crew with a dog, and damaged their equipment. The suspects have violent criminal histories, and authorities are considering hate crime charges.
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Three men attacked a reporter and photographer from CBS News Chicago while they were working near the Adler Planetarium.
One attacker brought a German Shepherd dog and ordered it to intimidate or attack the journalists.
Racial slurs were used against the African American photographer during the incident.
The attackers damaged the news crew’s truck and gear.
The suspects were arrested less than 30 minutes later after threatening others with weapons.
The men have past violent criminal records, including charges involving tow trucks and firearms.
One suspect had an active arrest warrant; another had an order of protection for threatening violence.
Legal experts say hate crime charges may be added, making the offense more serious and detainable before trial.
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Senator John Hickenlooper won the Democratic primary in Colorado, securing his chance for a second term in the U.S. Senate. He defeated Julie Gonzales, a state senator and labor organizer, who ran as a progressive challenger.
Key Facts
John Hickenlooper is a Democratic senator from Colorado.
He won the Democratic primary election for his Senate seat.
Hickenlooper faced Julie Gonzales, a progressive challenger and state senator.
Gonzales is also known for her work as a labor organizer.
Hickenlooper is seeking a second term in the Senate.
The result was projected by Decision Desk HQ.
The primary contest showed a competition between moderate and progressive views within the Democratic Party.
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President Donald Trump earned about $1.2 billion from cryptocurrency-related activities in 2025, according to financial disclosures. His income mainly came from a startup called World Liberty Financial and a cryptocurrency named $TRUMP, contributing to a large increase in his personal wealth.
Key Facts
President Trump made nearly $550 million from World Liberty Financial (WLF), a startup co-founded by his sons and the son of his Middle East envoy.
He received $635 million in royalties from the $TRUMP cryptocurrency, launched just before his 2025 inauguration.
His personal fortune rose from $2.3 billion in 2024 to $6.5 billion in 2026.
World Liberty Financial issued a cryptocurrency called WLFI, whose value dropped from 46 cents to 6 cents per unit after trading began.
Trump and his sons hold about 22.5 billion WLFI tokens, worth roughly $1.3 billion.
WLF also released a stablecoin tied to the U.S. dollar in April 2025.
Trump earned money from shares in crypto companies like Coinbase and from Trump-branded products.
His assets are in a trust managed by Donald Trump Jr., which can be dissolved, potentially returning control to President Trump after 2029.
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Consumer confidence in the U.S. rose slightly in June as gas prices fell, but overall feelings about the economy remain low compared to past years. Despite this, Americans have continued to spend money, helping the economy grow even while inflation stayed high.
Key Facts
The consumer confidence index increased by 0.6 points to 91.2 in June.
This index is still lower than last year’s reading of 95.2 and well below pre-pandemic levels above 120.
Gas prices dropped from over $4.50 to about $3.85 a gallon since early February after rising due to the U.S.-Iran conflict.
Americans feel less positive about job availability, with more saying jobs are hard to get (22.5% in June vs. 19.8% in May).
Despite worries, the labor market remains strong with 7.6 million open jobs reported in May.
The government is expected to report that about 100,000 jobs were added in June, keeping the unemployment rate steady at 4.3%.
Consumer spending increased in May, supporting an estimated 2.5% annual economic growth for the April-June quarter.
The change in consumer confidence reflects a slow recovery from economic challenges caused by war-driven inflation.
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The Andrew Carnegie Foundation announced the 2026 class of “Great Immigrants, Great Americans,” recognizing immigrants who have made notable contributions to the United States. The list includes leaders from various fields such as business, academia, arts, and science.
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The award honors immigrants who have positively impacted American society.
The 2026 honorees come from countries including Sudan, India, Kenya, Belgium, Argentina, Scotland, Germany, Uruguay, Afghanistan, South Korea, China, Romania, the Netherlands, Japan, Hungary, Mexico, England, Malaysia, Jordan, and Canada.
Recipients work in fields such as technology, academia, medicine, business, literature, and the arts.
Some notable honorees are Iman Abuzeid (CEO of Incredible Health), Nikesh Arora (CEO of Palo Alto Networks), and Jane Fraser (CEO of Citi).
The award is an annual recognition by the Andrew Carnegie Foundation.
The announcement was covered by the Associated Press and highlights philanthropy and nonprofit contributions.
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Vice President Vance said the Supreme Court made a big mistake by upholding birthright citizenship. He expressed disappointment but said they respect the court’s decision.
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The Supreme Court recently ruled to uphold birthright citizenship.
Vice President Vance called this ruling a “major mistake.”
He described the ruling as very disappointing.
Despite his criticism, he said they respect the Supreme Court's decision.
The topic concerns birthright citizenship, which means people born in the country are automatically citizens.
Vice President Vance made these comments during a public statement on Tuesday.
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Representative Diana DeGette from Colorado is expected to lose her seat to Melat Kiros, a former lawyer and current PhD student. This result is one of several surprises where democratic socialists have won competitive primary elections for the U.S. House of Representatives.
Key Facts
Diana DeGette has been a member of Congress since 1997.
Melat Kiros is a former attorney and currently a PhD student at the University of Denver.
Kiros is identified as a democratic socialist.
This is the third upset win by a democratic socialist in U.S. House primaries this election cycle.
The primary contest was for a Denver-based House seat.
The result was reported by Decision Desk HQ, which tracks election outcomes.
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Phil Weiser, Colorado’s Attorney General, is expected to win the Democratic nomination for governor, beating Senator Michael Bennet. Bennet was originally seen as the favorite, but Weiser gained the lead as the race progressed.
Key Facts
Phil Weiser is currently Colorado’s Attorney General.
Michael Bennet is a three-term U.S. Senator from Colorado.
Bennet is also a former superintendent of Denver Public Schools.
Decision Desk HQ projects that Weiser will win the Democratic primary for governor.
The race started with Bennet as the favored candidate.
Weiser’s lead shows a change in voter preference during the primary.
The nomination will decide the Democratic candidate for the upcoming Colorado governor’s election.
This contest is part of the Democratic Party’s search for a governor candidate in Colorado.
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A pet camera caught a dog grabbing a knife from a kitchen counter, showing how curious dogs can get into everyday household dangers. Experts warn that many common items in homes, like sugar-free gum, medications, and cleaning pods, can seriously harm dogs if left within their reach.
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A dog was recorded grabbing a kitchen knife from a counter, but no one was hurt.
Trainers say dogs often find ways to reach items owners think are safe.
Sugar-free gum and candy with xylitol can cause dangerous health problems in dogs.
Medications left around are risky because dogs can mistake them for treats.
Laundry detergent pods and dishwasher tablets can cause burns if a dog bites them.
Some common houseplants can cause serious illness or kidney failure in dogs.
Garbage cans with unsecured lids may contain harmful items like cooked bones or chocolate.
Small children's toys and household furniture can also pose choking or injury risks.
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Phil Weiser is expected to win the Democratic primary for Colorado governor with about 55% of the vote counted so far. He will face the Republican nominee and an independent candidate in the November general election.
Key Facts
Phil Weiser is the current Colorado Attorney General and is running for governor for the first time.
Michael Bennet, a U.S. Senator, is his main challenger in the Democratic primary.
Weiser had about 54.7% of the vote with 77% counted; Bennet had 45.3%.
Both Weiser and Bennet are new to running for governor.
Weiser faced criticism for accepting donations from lawyers whose firms worked with his office.
The Republican primary candidates include Barb Kirkmeyer, Scott Bottoms, and Victor Marx.
Former Congressman Greg Lopez is running as an independent candidate for governor.
A Democrat has been governor of Colorado for the past 20 years.
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Phil Weiser won the Democratic primary for Colorado governor, beating U.S. Senator Michael Bennet. This shows voters’ frustration with Washington and gives Weiser a strong chance in the November election.
Key Facts
Phil Weiser is the Colorado Attorney General and won the Democratic governor nomination.
He defeated U.S. Senator Michael Bennet by a 55% to 45% margin.
The race was seen as a choice between establishment experience (Bennet) and a more aggressive, state-focused approach (Weiser).
Weiser highlighted his office’s 65+ lawsuits against President Trump’s administration as part of his campaign.
Michael Bennet is well-known and has significant campaign funds, having run for president in 2020.
Weiser shifted to a more progressive position late in the race to gain support.
Bennet’s loss means he will remain in the Senate for his current term of two more years, avoiding a special election.
Democrats have controlled Colorado statewide elections for over ten years, making Weiser a likely favorite in November.
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Rep. Jeff Hurd won the GOP primary for Colorado’s 3rd Congressional District seat. Earlier this year, President Trump first withdrew his support for Hurd but later reversed that decision.
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Jeff Hurd is a Republican congressman from Colorado.
He ran for reelection in the GOP primary for the 3rd Congressional District.
President Trump initially withdrew his endorsement of Hurd this year.
Trump criticized Hurd for not fully supporting his tariff policies.
After withdrawing, Trump changed his mind and supported Hurd again.
Hurd defeated his GOP primary challenger Hope Scheppelman.
Decision Desk HQ projected Hurd as the winner of the primary.
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President Donald Trump announced that the Republican Party will hold a midterm convention in Dallas, Texas, later this year. This is the first time the party will organize such an event specifically for the midterm elections.
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President Trump made the announcement on a Tuesday.
The event is called a "midterm convention."
The convention will take place in Dallas, Texas.
This is the first time the Republican Party will hold a midterm convention.
The midterm elections happen halfway through a presidential term.
President Trump called Dallas one of his favorite places.
He described the event as something new and exciting for the party.
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State Representative Manny Rutinel has won the Democratic primary in Colorado’s 8th Congressional District. He will challenge Republican Representative Gabe Evans, who is seen as vulnerable in the upcoming general election.
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Manny Rutinel is a state representative and an attorney.
Rutinel defeated Shannon Bird in the Democratic primary.
Gabe Evans is the current Republican representative for Colorado’s 8th Congressional District.
Evans is viewed as one of the most vulnerable Republican incumbents this election.
The race is in a battleground district, meaning it could be won by either party.
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The US Supreme Court ruled that children born in the United States have birthright citizenship, rejecting President Donald Trump’s attempt to end this policy through an executive order. President Trump responded by urging Congress to pass a law to abolish birthright citizenship instead.
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The Supreme Court confirmed that nearly all people born in the US are citizens at birth, based on the 14th Amendment.
The ruling went against President Trump’s executive order aiming to end birthright citizenship.
Chief Justice John Roberts wrote the majority opinion, with a combination of liberal and conservative justices joining.
Some conservative justices disagreed and wrote dissenting opinions, including one by Justice Clarence Thomas.
President Trump urged Congress to act quickly to eliminate birthright citizenship by law.
Trump first issued his executive order on the first day of his second term.
The case was notable because President Trump attended the court’s oral arguments in person, a first for a sitting president.
The ruling affects a key part of President Trump’s wider immigration policy efforts.
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The Trump administration has lifted restrictions on Anthropic’s Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5 AI models after weeks of dispute. Anthropic will restore access to the models following government review and approval to address security concerns.
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Anthropic makes advanced AI models named Claude Fable 5 and Mythos 5.
The Trump administration had imposed export controls restricting access to these models by foreign nationals.
The government’s concerns focused on possible "jailbreak" techniques that could bypass AI safeguards.
Anthropic argued the AI’s protections were effective and that government restrictions hurt model deployment.
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick worked with Anthropic to review and approve the models for safe use.
President Trump signed an order creating a 30-day review for the most advanced private AI models to ensure safety.
Earlier, the Trump administration halted federal use of Anthropic’s AI due to security worries and supply chain risks.
A federal judge blocked government restrictions on Anthropic, calling them overly harsh; the government is appealing.
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Lawyers for President Trump asked E. Jean Carroll’s lawyer to delay paying the $5 million damages awarded to Carroll in a 2023 sexual abuse and defamation case. Carroll’s attorney refused the delay and asked the court to speed up the payment, following the Supreme Court’s decision not to hear Trump’s appeal.
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A 2023 jury found President Trump liable for sexually abusing and defaming E. Jean Carroll.
The jury awarded Carroll $5 million in damages plus nearly $780,000 in interest.
Trump’s lawyers requested Carroll’s permission to delay the payment after the Supreme Court refused to hear his appeal.
Carroll’s lawyer declined the delay and requested a faster court schedule for payment.
The $5 million award has been held in a court-controlled bank account since 2023.
The Supreme Court also declined to hear a separate appeal by Trump related to another $83 million defamation ruling in Carroll’s favor.
Trump denies the abuse allegations and disputed knowing Carroll.
Carroll’s attorney pointed to evidence that Trump misidentified Carroll during his deposition, supporting her claims.
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