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Republicans are aiming to break longtime losing streaks by taking first steps toward winning elections for governor and Los Angeles mayor as voters in Democrat-dominated California head to the polls on Tuesday. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump‘s clout over the GOP will once again face a ballot box test, in a gubernatorial showdown in Iowa, while … Read more

It could be the puff of steam from a manhole or a horse wandering into view – whatever the ‘moment’, the iconic US photographer has always had a camera in hand to capture it Continue reading…

Police say four found dead in Muscatine home and two elsewhere in apparent ‘domestic-related dispute’ and suspect took own life while speaking to officers Authorities in Iowa are investigating the fatal shootings of six people who they believe were killed by a relative who took his own life when confronted by police. Police were called … Read more

U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced the appointment of Rosario “Pete” Vasquez as the new chief of the Border Patrol. Vasquez succeeds Michael Banks, who resigned in May.

Republican gubernatorial candidate Steve Hilton speaks with NBC News’ Gadi Schwartz to discuss the primaries, his strategy to break through in California, and the Los Angeles mayoral race.

Revocation of access newest attempt by Trump’s defense department to restrict reporting on military affairs Journalists may no longer enter the Pentagon’s press office, which has been designated as a classified space amid growing moves to restrict press access to the defense department. “This is the most transparent war department in history. No amount of … Read more

Graham Platner, the Democratic Senate candidate in Maine, is speaking out following his latest controversy over sexually text messages he sent to half a dozen women while married. NBC News’ Ryan Nobles reports.

Tehran says Israel’s operation in Lebanon is violation of existing ceasefire with US, throwing wrench in planned peace talks – key US politics stories from Monday 1 June Peace talks planned between the US and Iran are in limbo yet again, sparked by the Israeli offensive in Lebanon. The Iranian foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, said … Read more

Albanian anti-corruption prosecutors are investigating changes to the protected status of a coastal wetland where a luxury resort project linked to Jared Kushner, the son-in-law of U.S. President Donald Trump, has drawn environmental opposition and protests, according to Politico. SPAK, Albania’s special anti-corruption prosecution office, has opened a probe into changes made to the status … Read more

Ohio-based slider chain introduces Southwest Veggie Slider permanently after customer feedback for meatless option Vegetarians have a new reason to celebrate: White Castle has added a permanent meat-free option to its menu. On Monday, the Columbus, Ohio-based slider chain announced the launch of the Southwest Veggie Slider, featuring a crispy brown rice crust and a … Read more