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President Donald Trump made a deal to lift sanctions on Iran and allow it to use $300 billion for reconstruction. Many Senate Republicans feel unhappy and worried about the deal’s cost and impact.
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President Trump arranged a deal to lift sanctions on Iran.
The deal allows Iran to access a $300 billion reconstruction fund.
Senate Republicans expressed a gloomy and serious mood about the deal.
Many GOP senators feel dismayed by the agreement.
Some of Trump’s strong supporters in Congress have voiced concern.
The deal’s financial and political impact is a key worry for Republicans.
The mood in the Senate Republican group is somber and pessimistic.
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A new AP-NORC poll shows most Americans disapprove of President Donald Trump’s handling of Iran, with 65% unhappy about his approach. The poll was done just as Trump announced a tentative deal to end fighting with Iran and reopen talks on its nuclear program.
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65% of U.S. adults disapprove of how President Trump is dealing with Iran.
Only 28% of Republicans disapprove, but most Democrats and independents do.
Trump’s overall approval rating remains steady at 37%.
The poll was conducted June 11-17, as Trump announced a deal with Iran.
The deal ends the U.S. naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz for two months.
It allows Iran to sell its oil again immediately.
The agreement restarts negotiations on Iran’s nuclear program.
Some Republicans feel the deal benefits Iran too much, especially on the strait issue.
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Andy Burnham’s win in the Makerfield election has led his supporters to push for him to become prime minister soon. If he takes the role, his government might focus on public ownership of utilities, support with living costs, shifting more power to local leaders, and changing how MPs follow party instructions.
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Andy Burnham won the Makerfield seat and some want him to become prime minister.
His team plans a 10-year project to bring parts of water and energy companies under public control, starting with Thames Water.
Burnham’s government might try to help people with living costs by cutting some bills and possibly freezing rent temporarily.
He promised not to increase income tax, national insurance, or VAT taxes during his campaign.
A big focus would be to give more power and money to local leaders, like mayors, especially in northern England.
Burnham wants to reduce strict party control over MPs, allowing them more freedom to vote based on their beliefs.
Changes might include fewer orders forcing MPs how to vote and more freedom in what they say publicly.
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Police body camera footage of the shooting of 1-year-old Kohen Wiley in Senatobia, Mississippi, may be released in six to nine months after the Mississippi Bureau of Investigation finishes its review. The shooting happened after police responded to a shoplifting call and fired at a vehicle that moved near officers, resulting in the child's death.
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Kohen Wiley, a 1-year-old boy, was fatally shot by police responding to a shoplifting call at a Walmart in Senatobia, Mississippi.
Police tried to stop a vehicle leaving the store, and when the driver moved the car near officers, one officer fired shots.
The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation (MBI) is handling the case and aims to finish the investigation within six to nine months.
The body camera footage has not been released and will stay private until the investigation is complete.
Kohen’s mother disputes the shoplifting claim and says the vehicle was not moving toward the police as officers said.
An attorney for Kohen’s family says the video will show police used excessive force.
The officer who fired the shots has been placed on administrative leave, following standard procedure.
After the investigation, the case file will go to the Attorney General’s Office and may become public through a records request.
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Labour peer Thangam Debbonaire and Reform UK MP Sarah Pochin argued during a live interview about Nigel Farage’s £5 million gift from a crypto billionaire and issues related to race and domestic abuse. The disagreement included accusations about racial comments and differing views on political donations and domestic violence.
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Nigel Farage received £5 million as a personal gift from a crypto billionaire before becoming an MP in 2024.
The gift is under investigation by the parliamentary standards commissioner to see if it should have been declared.
Sarah Pochin said Farage did not need to declare the gift because he received it before entering politics.
Farage initially said the gift was for personal security costs but later said it was a reward for his Brexit campaign.
Thangam Debbonaire accused Sarah Pochin of making negative comments about “brown people” on TV, referring to a past statement Pochin made about advertising demographics.
Pochin defended a video linking England football team losses with an increase in domestic violence, which sparked criticism.
The interview became tense with interruptions and mutual accusations, highlighting disagreements on race, political funding, and domestic abuse.
Debbonaire expressed frustration and at one point walked away from the camera during the heated interview.
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President Donald Trump said in an interview that he feels he has "no limits" to his power since taking strong actions against Iran. A new book reveals that Trump believes he is more powerful than many famous historical leaders, including conquerors and dictators. He also emphasized his influence over world leaders and claimed his decisions have prevented wider conflicts and economic crises.
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Trump said he sees no limits to his power after his actions involving Iran.
A forthcoming book quotes Trump comparing his power to that of historical figures like Attila the Hun, Napoleon, Stalin, Mao, and Hitler.
Trump claimed leaders like Israel respect him and follow his directions.
He praised China's Xi Jinping and India's Narendra Modi as strong world leaders.
Trump expressed frustration with some Republican hardliners and insisted his Iran deal amounts to "unconditional surrender."
He admitted that economic factors, like oil prices and the stock market, still limit his decisions.
Trump posted the "Great Men" document on his social media, claiming it shows he is the most powerful person ever.
The document was written by a man who was a golf caddy and friend of a famous golfer, not a historian.
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Janeese Lewis George, a democratic socialist, won the Washington D.C. mayoral race by focusing on the city’s high cost of living and dissatisfaction with President Donald Trump. Her victory reflects a shift in voter preferences toward more progressive leaders who want big changes on affordability and economic issues.
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Janeese Lewis George easily won the D.C. Democratic primary against a moderate candidate.
She appealed to both younger, progressive white residents and majority-Black, working-class communities.
Nearly half of registered Democrats in D.C. have a favorable view of socialism.
Lewis George emphasized addressing the high cost of living as her main campaign issue.
She built strong support using local unions and the Democratic Socialists of America to help reach voters.
The city faces economic challenges including 6.3% unemployment, slowed population growth, and up to a $1.1 billion budget gap.
Lewis George has shown caution about immediately implementing expensive promises like universal child care.
She plans to work with President Trump on projects such as renovating federal offices and expanding Union Station to boost the local economy.
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A German soccer fan named Freddy, who is traveling across the U.S. during the 2026 World Cup and sharing his experiences online, is in talks to visit the White House and State Department. A senior official involved in promoting U.S. tourism reached out to invite him to Washington, D.C., as his journey has gained wide attention from the public, brands, celebrities, and government officials.
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Freddy is a German fan sharing his U.S. road trip experiences online during the 2026 World Cup.
Nick Adams, a U.S. tourism official, invited Freddy to visit the White House and State Department.
It is not confirmed if Freddy will meet President Donald Trump during the visit.
Freddy’s posts have attracted millions of views and increased his social media following rapidly.
He has visited places like NASA’s Johnson Space Center and participated in a call with astronauts on the International Space Station.
Companies like Wendy’s and celebrities such as J.J. Watt have supported parts of his trip.
Government officials, including Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, have publicly boosted his journey.
Freddy has received offers for VIP experiences and accommodations across the U.S.
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A mother’s phone calls to police helped uncover an alleged plot to attack the UFC Freedom 250 event near the White House. Her son, Tycen Proper, was arrested and charged with conspiracy and attempted murder related to the plot.
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Tycen Proper, 19, was charged with conspiring against the United States, attempted murder of an officer, and firearms crimes.
Proper’s mother called her cousin, a sheriff's deputy, expressing concern about her son's behavior and weapons.
Police were sent to Proper’s home after the mother reported worries about guns and his mindset.
Proper wanted to join a group to "fight the corrupt government," according to his mother.
He was taken for emergency medical care, with records indicating a history of suicidal thoughts.
The investigation led to the foiling of the alleged attack plan around the UFC Freedom 250 event.
The plot involved threats against a public event hosted at the White House.
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Juneteenth marks June 19, 1865, when Union troops announced the end of slavery in Texas, two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. It is a day to remember delayed freedom, celebrate progress, and imagine a better future beyond past and present struggles.
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Juneteenth commemorates the day Union soldiers informed enslaved people in Texas that they were free.
This announcement came two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued.
The day symbolizes both celebration of freedom and the ongoing fight for equality.
Black Americans have historically combined celebration with resistance against oppression.
Imagination is described as a powerful tool for envisioning and achieving liberation.
Systems of oppression often try to limit people's imagination to keep things the same.
Ancestors used creativity and imagination to resist slavery, such as through secret communications and the Underground Railroad.
Every major U.S. protest movement started by imagining a different, better reality.
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Juneteenth is now a federal holiday and continues to be recognized across the U.S., even as some companies and institutions reduce their diversity and inclusion efforts linked to it. The holiday remains important for Black communities, though celebrations and funding have become less visible or more fragile in some places.
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Juneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021 after President Biden signed it into law with support from both political parties.
President Trump has criticized Juneteenth, declined to issue a proclamation in 2025, and removed the holiday from some federal public events.
Many cities and corporations scaled back Juneteenth celebrations after 2020 due to less funding and fewer sponsors.
Some companies, like Target and Nike, continue to treat Juneteenth as a paid holiday for their employees.
At least 33 states and Washington, D.C., will give most state workers a paid day off for Juneteenth in 2026.
Juneteenth has moved from a Black community tradition to a part of government and corporate calendars.
Black leaders say Juneteenth remains a celebration of freedom and ongoing contributions to America.
The support and infrastructure for Black-led events and institutions connected to Juneteenth are more fragile than in the years immediately following 2020.
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The US military killed at least three people in a strike on a boat in the Eastern Pacific, which it said was carrying illegal drugs. The strike is part of the Trump administration’s campaign to stop drug smuggling from Latin America to the US, but some question the legality and accuracy of these attacks.
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The strike occurred on a boat in the Eastern Pacific Ocean carrying unknown narcotics.
The US Southern Command called the target a vessel run by "Designated Terrorist Organisations."
Three men described as drug traffickers were killed in the strike.
A video showed the boat being hit by a missile and catching fire.
At least 211 people have died in similar strikes by the US in the Pacific.
President Donald Trump says the US is in armed conflict with drug cartels.
Critics and some US politicians question whether all killed were tied to drug trafficking.
US senators have asked the Pentagon to release full videos of the strikes, following controversy over tactics like “double-tap” attacks that killed survivors.
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President Donald Trump said he will be the last Republican president unless the Senate filibuster is ended. He warned that Democrats would quickly change rules and harm the country if they take office.
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President Trump called people who oppose ending the filibuster "fools."
He said the filibuster must be terminated and the "Save America Act" approved right away.
The filibuster is a Senate rule that allows debate to continue and can block a vote on a bill.
It currently takes 60 votes to end a filibuster in the Senate.
Republicans have 53 seats in the Senate, which is less than the 60 needed to end a filibuster.
Ending the filibuster would allow Republicans to pass laws with a simple majority.
President Trump believes the Republican Party and the country are at risk if the filibuster is not ended.
This discussion comes ahead of upcoming elections and potential changes in Senate control.
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The Islamic State (ISIS) has urged individuals to carry out attacks during the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States. U.S. officials are preparing strong security measures to protect visitors and venues during the event.
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ISIS called the World Cup a chance for "lone jihadists" to commit violence.
The group described the tournament as a "pagan occasion" and a target in "Crusader America."
The call was published in ISIS’s Al-Naba weekly newspaper.
Up to seven million international visitors are expected for the 2026 World Cup.
U.S. authorities are increasing security with screenings, aerial defenses, and more police.
The 2026 World Cup will be held in multiple U.S. cities.
The message represents a security concern ahead of a major international event.
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Labour’s Andy Burnham won the Makerfield by-election with nearly 25,000 votes, beating his closest opponent by over 9,000 votes. Burnham has said he might run in the Labour Party leadership contest, which raises questions about the future leadership under Keir Starmer.
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Andy Burnham won the Makerfield by-election.
He received almost 25,000 votes.
Burnham beat Reform UK’s Robert Kenyon by more than 9,000 votes.
Burnham has said politics is not working well.
He indicated he may enter the Labour leadership contest.
The result could lead to a challenge to Labour leader Keir Starmer.
The news was discussed on the BBC Newscast podcast.
The podcast provides daily political news and analysis in the UK.
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The U.S. military attacked a boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean accused of drug smuggling, killing three people. This strike is part of a campaign by President Donald Trump's administration against suspected drug traffickers in Latin America, but questions remain about the strikes' legality and effectiveness.
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The U.S. military carried out the attack on Thursday in the eastern Pacific Ocean.
Three people were killed in the strike on the suspected drug smuggling boat.
Since September, at least 211 people have died in similar U.S. military strikes against what the administration calls “narcoterrorists.”
The military says it targets boats on known drug smuggling routes but has not provided proof that these boats carry drugs.
President Trump calls the situation an “armed conflict” with cartels and sees the strikes as necessary to reduce drug flow and overdose deaths in the U.S.
Critics question the strikes' legality, especially when survivors of attacks have been killed in follow-up strikes.
Some Democratic lawmakers and military legal experts are asking the Pentagon to release unedited videos of the strikes.
The Pentagon’s inspector general is reviewing whether the military followed targeting procedures but is not evaluating the strikes’ legality.
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Janeese Lewis George won the Democratic primary for Washington, D.C. mayor with a plan that includes free or low-cost childcare, homebuyer assistance, and crime prevention. Her victory is part of a growing movement of democratic socialists winning mayoral races in major U.S. cities, challenging centrist political leadership.
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Janeese Lewis George won the D.C. mayoral Democratic primary on June 16, 2026.
Her platform includes subsidized or free childcare, increased help for homebuyers, and community crime reduction.
She promises to oppose President Donald Trump’s policies affecting Washington, D.C.
George’s win marks a shift from 25 years of centrist leadership in D.C.
Other democratic socialists, like Zohran Mamdani in New York City and Katie Wilson in Seattle, have also won major city elections recently.
These candidates belong to the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA), which has grown from a few thousand to over 100,000 members nationwide in the last decade.
The candidates have no clear national coordination but share progressive goals and oppose Trump’s agenda.
Their rise highlights growing support for more progressive and government-focused leadership in U.S. cities.
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Vice President JD Vance, appointed by President Donald Trump to lead talks with Iran, was set to start negotiations in Switzerland about Iran’s nuclear program and oil traffic. However, the trip was postponed due to difficulties finalizing logistics, partly linked to tensions from Israel’s military actions in Lebanon.
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President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance signed an agreement with Iran to start talks within 60 days.
The talks aim to reach a permanent deal on Iran’s nuclear program and restore oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz.
Vice President Vance planned to meet Iranian officials in Obbürgen, Switzerland, for technical negotiations.
Vance’s trip was postponed because the details and timing of the talks could not be finalized.
The delay is connected to Iran’s reported reluctance to send a delegation due to Israel’s military campaign in southern Lebanon.
Israel’s Prime Minister Netanyahu confirmed Israel’s military would remain in southern Lebanon for security reasons.
Iran and Israel are not part of the current negotiation agreement.
The agreement mentions protecting Lebanon’s territory, but does not require Israel to withdraw from southern Lebanon.
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Andy Burnham won the Makerfield by-election and plans to challenge Sir Keir Starmer for the Labour Party leadership. He stated that politics is not working well and hopes this election result marks a change.
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Andy Burnham won the Makerfield by-election.
He plans to run for Labour Party leader.
To enter the leadership race, he needs support from at least 81 Labour MPs.
Burnham previously served in government under Tony Blair and Gordon Brown.
He said he returned to Parliament to finish important work for northern England.
Burnham described the election night as a possible turning point in politics.
The victory speech emphasized the need for change in politics.
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Andy Burnham, the Greater Manchester mayor, won a big victory in the Makerfield by-election with a large lead over the Reform UK candidate. This win has increased calls for Labour leader Keir Starmer to step down and allows Burnham’s supporters to push for him to become the next prime minister.
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Andy Burnham won the Makerfield seat with a majority of 9,231 votes and 54% of the vote.
Burnham beat Reform UK, which had strong support in this area during past elections.
Labour’s previous share of the vote in this seat was much lower before Burnham’s win.
Allies of Burnham want a smooth change of Labour leadership without ministers resigning immediately.
Burnham’s supporters say he has enough backing from MPs to trigger a leadership contest.
Polls suggest Labour’s popularity could increase by about six percentage points if Burnham leads the party.
Keir Starmer congratulated Burnham on his win but has not indicated plans to resign.
Labour faces challenges in convincing voters that leadership changes will improve their lives.
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