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Top Stories - Google NewsJun 02, 2026
Trump administration abandons $1.8 billion payout fund after revolt by GOP - The Washington Post
Trump administration abandons $1.8 billion payout fund after revolt by GOP  The Washington PostJustice Dept. Won't Proceed With Trump's $1.8 Billion Fund, Blanche Says  The New York TimesJune 2, 2026 - DOJ not moving forward with ‘anti-weaponization' fund, acting attorney general says  CNNTrump to Get Audit Immunity as $1.8 Billion Fund in Doubt  Bloomberg.comScoop: Trump admin plans to drop "weaponization" fund  Axios

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After issuing more than $20 billion in tariff refunds, the Trump administration is now pursuing legal action to bring the process to a standstill (Yahoo News)
Order Shielding Trump Family From I.R.S. Audits Will Remain, Blanche Says (New York Times - Front Page)

Yahoo NewsJun 02, 2026
Senate race in Iowa to pit GOP's Ashley Hinson against Democrat Josh Turek


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Iowa Dem Josh Turek takes down lefty foe, teeing up showdown against Ashley Hinson for Senate (NY Post National News)
Graham Platner Meets With Senate Democrats Amid Texting Scandal - The New York Times (Top Stories - Google News)

Fox NewsJun 02, 2026
Democrats turn to Paralympian in bid to flip key GOP-held Senate seat
Democrat Josh Turek defeated Zach Wahls in Iowa's Senate primary, setting up a general election battle against GOP Rep. Ashley Hinson for Ernst's seat.

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Trump-endorsed Hinson secures Iowa Senate nomination as Democrats eye GOP seat (Fox News)

NY Post National NewsJun 02, 2026
Huge voter rush shakes up deadlocked 2026 governor and mayor race in LA County
As ballots continued to arrive and be processed, election officials cautioned against expecting immediate results.

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Josh Turek wins Democratic primary in battleground Iowa Senate race - NBC News (Top Stories - Google News)

NY Post National NewsJun 02, 2026
Rebecca Bennett wins Democratic primary for NJ House district held by absent GOP Rep. Tom Kean
Bennett was the heavy favorite heading into the election - with several polls showing she held double-digit leads over her opponents.

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Axelrod on reported Trump outburst at Netanyahu: ‘His analysis is not wrong' (Yahoo News)

Yahoo NewsJun 02, 2026
New Mexico governor race: Crowded primary field to replace Lujan Grisham


Top Stories - Google NewsJun 02, 2026
Democrat Rebecca Bennett will take on GOP Rep. Tom Kean Jr., who has been absent from Congress - NBC News
Democrat Rebecca Bennett will take on GOP Rep. Tom Kean Jr., who has been absent from Congress  NBC NewsA Congressman Was Suddenly Absent. So We Looked. And Looked.  The New York TimesTrump endorses mysteriously missing congressman Tom Kean Jr  BBCA Democratic former Navy pilot wins primary to try unseating Tom Kean Jr. in New Jersey's most contested House race  Politico

NYT > OpinionJun 02, 2026
The Gating of the American Dream
Social mobility in America is fundamentally broken, not because we have hollowed out the middle class but because we've hollowed out places, argues the political scientist Ian Bremmer on "The Ezra Klein Show."

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American soldier and British soldier die in training accident in Iraq - CBS News (Top Stories - Google News)
Israel's military eliminates Hamas terrorist who helped abduct American-Israeli hostage, 3 others (Fox News)

New York Times - Front PageJun 02, 2026
Iran War Live Updates: Israel Strikes Southern Lebanon After Pulling Back From Threat to Beirut
Under pressure from President Trump, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel held off from attacking Beirut. But he vowed to continue Israel's campaign against Hezbollah, which could threaten peace talks with Iran.

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Trump says he urged Israel, Hezbollah to hold fire as tensions in Lebanon rise (NPR U.S. News)
How Hezbollah Drones Upended Israel's Strategy in Lebanon (New York Times - Front Page)

New York Times - Front PageJun 02, 2026
Supreme Court Clears the Way for Republican-Friendly Map in Alabama
In the first major case since the justices narrowed the Voting Rights Act, the court cleared the way for Alabama to use a map preferred by Republicans that eliminates a majority-Black district.

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Supreme Court greenlights Alabama's GOP-friendly redistricting effort after granting emergency appeal (NY Post National News)
Supreme Court rules Alabama may redraw congressional maps to oust a Black Democrat (LA Times National News)

NY Post National NewsJun 02, 2026
Upscale California seafood joint admits to lying to customers
A high end southern California fish restaurant and market admitted it lied to customers about the seafood on the menu being being "traceable, sustainable and lawfully sourced."

Top Stories - Google NewsJun 02, 2026
Polls start to close as voters across U.S. pick candidates for governor, Congress - NPR
Polls start to close as voters across U.S. pick candidates for governor, Congress  NPRPrimaries today will shape the landscape of the midterms in November  CNNVoters select candidates in key House districts that could decide the majority  NBC NewsMidterm primaries 2026 live: results and reaction as six states including California and Iowa cast ballots  The GuardianElections live result

Fox NewsJun 02, 2026
California's sluggish vote counting ripped across the political spectrum: 'Extremely embarrassing'
California primary results may take weeks due to mail voting laws, sparking criticism from analysts like Nate Silver who call it embarrassing.

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Little talked about California election race that's far more important than governor and LA mayor to millions (NY Post National News)

New York Times - Front PageJun 02, 2026
Netanyahu's Critics Accuse Him of Running Israel as a U.S. ‘Vassal State'
Critics pounced on the Israeli prime minister after President Trump claimed on social media he had persuaded him to call off "a major raid" on Hezbollah in Beirut.

Washington Post NationJun 02, 2026
Texas settlement papers describe nation's first gender ‘detransition clinic'
Texas Children's Hospital agreed to create the clinic and to ban "sex-rejecting" procedures as part of a legal settlement with the state. A copy obtained by The Post details how the clinic must be run.

Yahoo NewsJun 02, 2026
Jon Stewart mocks Trump for no Iran deal: We thought ‘you were some kind of dealmaker in chief'


New York Times - Front PageJun 02, 2026
CBS News Fires Scott Pelley of ‘60 Minutes'
Mr. Pelley, a longtime correspondent and former "CBS Evening News" anchor, harshly criticized the show's leadership during a staff meeting on Monday.

NY Post National NewsJun 02, 2026
Los Angeles residents share who they voted for in mayoral race —and it's bad news for Karen Bass
Of the almost dozen people the Post spoke to, no one supported the incumbent, despite many saying they wanted experienced leadership.

Fox NewsJun 02, 2026
Scott Pelley fired at CBS News after blowups with Bari Weiss, new '60 Minutes' producer
Scott Pelley is out at CBS News after nearly 40 years following his blowup with the network's editor-in-chief Bari Weiss and new "60 Minutes" executive producer Nick Bilton.

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Scott Pelley Out at CBS News After Dramatic Clash With New '60 Minutes' Executive Producer - Variety (Top Stories - Google News)

Yahoo NewsJun 02, 2026
Salmonella risks prompt recalls for chips, pizza and cheese breads sold at Walmart, Costco and other national chains. Here's what you should toss.


Yahoo NewsJun 02, 2026
Economist Mark Zandi says Trump has a week to strike Iran deal before US faces a 'real problem'


Top Stories - Google NewsJun 02, 2026
US says it fired missile at Iran-bound oil tanker - BBC
US says it fired missile at Iran-bound oil tanker  BBCIran fires missiles and US strikes Iran facility after reports of faltering peace talks  AP NewsU.S. and Iran exchange new attacks in Persian Gulf, CENTCOM says  NBC NewsIran live updates: US conducts strikes after Iranian missile attacks, CENTCOM says  ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos

Fox NewsJun 02, 2026
WATCH: Dem senators excuse Platner's conduct at crisis huddle with embattled Maine candidate
Democratic senators express confidence in Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner despite alleged sexting scandals and resurfaced online posts controversies.

Top Stories - Google NewsJun 02, 2026
White House correspondents' dinner gets a second act after attempted assassination - The Washington Post
White House correspondents' dinner gets a second act after attempted assassination  The Washington PostWhite House Correspondents' Dinner rescheduled for July with ‘enhanced security measures'  NBC4 WashingtonTrump to attend delayed White House Correspondents' Dinner after shooting  Al Jazeera

New York Times - Front PageJun 02, 2026
War Games and Warnings on Strait of Hormuz Went Unheeded by Trump
Over the past two decades, Iran repeatedly threatened to close down the waterway. President Trump underestimated Iran's ability to do so.

Fox NewsJun 02, 2026
Iranians speak out over possible Trump-regime deal
Iranians inside Iran express fear and frustration that a potential U.S.-Iran deal could leave the Islamic Republic intact despite economic devastation.

Top Stories - Google NewsJun 02, 2026
Rubio details U.S. demands as Iran peace talks falter - The Washington Post
Rubio details U.S. demands as Iran peace talks falter  The Washington PostKey Trump administration Cabinet members face hearings on Capitol Hill  CNNWATCH: Shaheen blasts Rubio for ignoring Senate requests for information on Ukraine, Iran and more  PBSRubio to Testify on Budget Before Senate at Tense Moment  The New York Times

LA Times National NewsJun 02, 2026
In deep-blue California, frustration with Democratic status quo roils governor, L.A. mayor race
For Democrats, little clear consensus has emerged so far on who should lead Los Angeles and California into the future.



LA Times National NewsJun 02, 2026
Trump signs an executive order to vet top AI models for national security risks
The order directs the federal government to establish a voluntary early review process for the country's most advanced artificial intelligence models.



Top Stories - Google NewsJun 02, 2026
Rubio says U.S. is in talks with Iran over nuclear program as senators press for war endgame - CNBC
Rubio says U.S. is in talks with Iran over nuclear program as senators press for war endgame  CNBCTrump tells CNBC: 'I don't care' if Iran negotiations are over  CNBCIran halts talks with U.S. over Israeli actions in Lebanon, Gaza  NPR

Yahoo NewsJun 02, 2026
Nancy Guthrie likely targeted by local worker who assumed family was wealthy, says veteran investigator


Fox NewsJun 02, 2026
Missing GOP congressman reveals he's 'more energized than ever' to return to Washington
Rep. Tom Kean Jr. says he is more energized than ever and plans to return to in-person work within weeks after months away from Capitol Hill.

Top Stories - Google NewsJun 02, 2026
Peabo Bryson, singer known for Disney hits "Beauty and the Beast" and "A Whole New World," dies at 75 - CBS News
Peabo Bryson, singer known for Disney hits "Beauty and the Beast" and "A Whole New World," dies at 75  CBS NewsPeabo Bryson, Veteran R&B Singer of ‘Beauty and the Beast' and ‘Whole New World,' Dies at 75  VarietyPeabo Bryson, singer of ‘Beauty and the Beast' and ‘Whole New World,' dies at 75  WKRN News 2Peabo Bryson, timeless tenor of Disney ballads and R&B legend, dead at 75  CNN

Fox NewsJun 02, 2026
Carolina Hurricanes not wasting any time, score on first shot of Stanley Cup Final
Nikolaj Ehlers scores twice in the first period as the Carolina Hurricanes jump out to a quick start against the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 1.

Fox NewsJun 02, 2026
Peabo Bryson, 'A Whole New World' and 'Beauty and the Beast' singer, dead at 75
Peabo Bryson, the voice behind "A Whole New World" and "Beauty and the Beast," has died at 75 after suffering from a stroke, his family confirmed.

Top Stories - Google NewsJun 02, 2026
Live: Ehlers, Hurricanes off to fast start in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final - WRAL
Live: Ehlers, Hurricanes off to fast start in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final  WRAL2026 Stanley Cup Final schedule  NHL.comHow to watch 2026 Stanley Cup Final on ABC  ESPNHurricanes or Golden Knights? Breaking down our Stanley Cup Final and MVP predictions  The New York TimesRound 4, Game 1 - Golden Knights @ Hurricanes: Previ

NY Post National NewsJun 02, 2026
Missing NJ Rep. Tom Kean wins GOP primary — but stays hidden on election night with cryptic ‘virtual work' message
Kean, 57, has been away from work for nearly 90 days, dealing with an unspecified medical issue which he has refused to be transparent about.

NY Post National NewsJun 02, 2026
NYC home painter glad to be alive after maniac shoved him onto subway tracks, leaving him ‘bathed in blood'
The victim, 63, was waiting for a southbound F train at Parsons Boulevard around 5:30 a.m. when the complete stranger approached him and struck without warning, authorities said.

Top Stories - Google NewsJun 02, 2026
New Jersey Rep. Tom Kean Jr. says he's 'energized' but appears to push back timeline for return - Politico
New Jersey Rep. Tom Kean Jr. says he's 'energized' but appears to push back timeline for return  PoliticoA Congressman Was Suddenly Absent. So We Looked. And Looked.  The New York TimesDemocrat Rebecca Bennett will take on GOP Rep. Tom Kean Jr., who has been absent from Congress  NBC NewsTrump endorses mysteriously missing congressman Tom Kean Jr  BBCThis GOP congressman is running unopposed in Tuesday's primary. He's been missing from Washington for nearly three months  CNN

Top Stories - Google NewsJun 02, 2026
Peabo Bryson, Veteran R&B Singer of ‘Beauty and the Beast' and ‘Whole New World,' Dies at 75 - Variety
Peabo Bryson, Veteran R&B Singer of ‘Beauty and the Beast' and ‘Whole New World,' Dies at 75  VarietyPeabo Bryson, Soul Singer Known as the Voice of Love, Dies at 75  The New York TimesPeabo Bryson, 'A Whole New World' and 'Beauty and the Beast' singer, dead at 75  Fox NewsPeabo Bryson, timeless tenor in Disney ballads and R&B legend, dead at 75  CNN

New York Times - Front PageJun 02, 2026
Justice Dept. Won't Proceed With Trump's $1.8 Billion Fund, Blanche Says
The acting attorney general told lawmakers that he would leave in place an order forcing the I.R.S. to drop investigations into President Trump, his family and his businesses.

NY Post National NewsJun 02, 2026
Biz group shells out $200K for NBA Finals ad ripping NYC bill aimed at forcing Amazon to hire thousands of delivery workers
Amazon is ramping up pressure on the City Council not to pass the so-called Delivery Protection Act, running its first television ad during the first game of the NBA finals on ESPN on Wednesday, The Post has learned.

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Microsoft testing wearable AI gadget aimed at office workers - BBC (Top Stories - Google News)

NY Post National NewsJun 02, 2026
Schumer appears to back scandal-scarred Graham Platner to the hilt, refuses to entertain another candidate
Platner met with Democrats on Capitol Hill following bombshell reports in The New York Times and Wall Street Journal about his suggestive texts with at least six women.

NY Post National NewsJun 02, 2026
Case of missing mom Lynette Hooker being treated as a ‘murder investigation' by feds: report
The case of 55-year-old mom Lynette Hooker — who vanished on her way to a sailboat in the Bahamas — is being treated as a "murder investigation," according to a new report. Investigators will comb the Soulmate, 55-year-old Lynette Hooker's sailboat, for clues to possible foul play on the part of her husband, Brian, a...

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Lynette Hooker's Bahamas disappearance being investigated as murder case: US official (Fox News)

Top Stories - Google NewsJun 02, 2026
Google wants to set 64 million mosquitoes loose in California and Florida - thetimes.com
Google wants to set 64 million mosquitoes loose in California and Florida  thetimes.comDebugging: Google requests permission to release 32m mosquitoes in California and Florida  The GuardianGoogle applies for permit to release 32 million mosquitoes in Calif.  SFGATEWhy Google wants to release 32 million weird mosquitoes in Florida  The Palm Beach Post

Top Stories - Google NewsJun 02, 2026
As Russia fails to achieve war aims in Ukraine, Putin needs a way out - The Washington Post
As Russia fails to achieve war aims in Ukraine, Putin needs a way out  The Washington PostUkraine changed its tactics, and now Putin is slowly losing  The HillPutin could pay a personal price for failure in Ukraine  Financial TimesPutin faces a series of setbacks, fueling discontent in Russia and raising doubts about his strategy  Le Monde.fr

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New Berkshire Hathaway CEO Greg Abel Has Now Plowed $26.6 Billion Into This Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stock - Yahoo Finance (Top Stories - Google News)

Top Stories - Google NewsJun 02, 2026
Why Google wants to release millions of mosquitoes in the US - dw.com
Why Google wants to release millions of mosquitoes in the US  dw.comDebugging: Google requests permission to release 32m mosquitoes in California and Florida  The GuardianGoogle applies for permit to release 32 million mosquitoes in Calif.  SFGATEWhy Google wants to release 32 million weird mosquitoes in Florida  The Palm Beach Post

Boston.com National NewsJun 02, 2026
Minnesota Republicans hold moment of silence for Derek Chauvin
The decision brought searing criticism from Democrats, who accused the Republicans of disrespecting the courts and George Floyd's memory.

The post Minnesota Republicans hold moment of silence for Derek Chauvin appeared first on Boston.com.



NPR U.S. NewsJun 02, 2026
'Why not me?': André De Shields on his Tony nomination and a life in the theatre
Broadway actor André De Shields discusses his Tony-nominated performance in CATS: The Jellicle Ball, turning 80 and his philosophy on life.

NPR U.S. NewsJun 02, 2026
Justice Department says it will pause 'anti-weaponization' fund after judge's ruling
The Justice Department says it will abide by a federal judge's ruling pausing the government's creation of a $1.8 billion "anti-weaponization" fund that has drawn bipartisan pushback in Congress.

New York Times - Front PageJun 01, 2026
Mills Reminds Maine Voters She's ‘Still on the Ballot' for Senate Amid Platner Controversy
A month after withdrawing from the state's Senate race, Gov. Janet Mills suggested she remained an option after the likely Democratic nominee, Graham Platner, faced a new scandal.

NPR U.S. NewsMay 29, 2026
Justice Department 'anti-weaponization' fund paused
A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to pause the $1.8 billion fund's creation. The DOJ says the fund is for people who believe they have been persecuted politically.
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