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Abdul El-Sayed has taken a narrow lead in Michigan's Democratic Senate primary, with progressive backing contrasting sharply with his establishment-supported rival. Five US states held primary contests for key midterm races.
The cryptocurrency industry is pouring nearly $200 million into US midterm elections through super PACs like Fairshake, building on previous electoral successes to push favourable legislation through Congress before August recess.
Michigan has disclosed cyberattacks on nine of its water systems, joining Minnesota in reporting breaches of critical water infrastructure. US federal agencies confirm at least seven states were compromised, with no injuries or damage reported.
Cybersecurity investigators suspect Tehran-backed hackers of launching coordinated attacks against roughly 30 American water systems over two days in late July, marking an escalation in state-sponsored digital warfare targeting critical infrastructure.
Dr Anthony Fauci repeatedly invoked constitutional protections against self-incrimination at a contentious US Senate hearing over Covid-19 origins, refusing to answer questions about American funding for coronavirus research in Wuhan, reigniting partisan divisions over the pandemic's beginnings.
A US citizen faces federal obstruction charges after providing customs officers with a duress passcode that automatically wiped his phone's data during questioning at Atlanta airport, raising questions about privacy rights and digital evidence.
A senior US House Democrat has initiated a formal investigation into FIFA, alleging the sports body engaged in corruption and secured favourable treatment from the Trump administration in exchange for benefits.
Donald Trump has urged Republican senators to accelerate passage of the SAVE America Act, which would tighten voter registration requirements. The White House is expressing impatience with Senate Majority Leader John Thune over delays.
The US Secret Service is operating under elevated threat conditions, according to Director Sean Curran, as President Donald Trump faces multiple assassination attempts and alleged Iranian plots targeting his life.
New York's mayor has stated his office cannot enforce an International Criminal Court arrest warrant against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, urging federal authorities to clarify their position on the matter.
A bystander wounded during a May shootout between US Secret Service agents and a gunman outside the White House will pursue legal action against the federal agency through a personal injury lawsuit, according to the victim's legal representatives.
Twenty-five US Republican lawmakers have urged President Trump to launch trade investigations against the European Union's digital regulations, arguing they unfairly target American technology companies including Amazon, Apple, Google and Meta.
A US presidential teleprompter operator has been suspended without pay after allegations emerged that he used insider information to place profitable bets on Donald Trump's speeches, potentially netting over $100,000.
US President Donald Trump has reiterated unsubstantiated allegations regarding the 2020 presidential election, claiming foreign nations orchestrated electoral interference despite comprehensive investigations finding no credible evidence.
Over 103 House Democrats voted to strip US$3.3 billion in annual military aid to Israel, reflecting deepening party divisions over Middle East policy and the Gaza conflict.
Two US advocacy groups have filed suit against the Trump administration, contending that sanctions targeting the International Criminal Court breach constitutional free speech protections following a coordinated diplomatic offensive.
President Donald Trump will deliver a televised national address Thursday evening at 9pm, one of America's most prominent broadcast slots. The speech's subject remains unannounced, leaving speculation about whether it concerns Iran tensions or domestic economic matters.
US Senator Lindsey Graham, a prominent Republican from South Carolina and close ally of President Donald Trump, has died at age 71 following a sudden illness, his office announced Sunday.
US Vice President JD Vance has criticised Britain's political establishment, arguing the country has been undermined by failing leaders. He expressed hope that the incoming prime minister would pursue meaningful structural reforms to address voter dissatisfaction.
The US Supreme Court has ruled that dragnet searches of cellphone location data—which scan all phones in a location at a specific time—implicate constitutional protections against unreasonable searches, though it left reasonableness determinations to lower courts.
The US House has passed legislation requiring tech platforms to protect children online, but Senate lawmakers are pushing for stricter rules that would hold companies legally accountable for harmful content.