FBI Director Kash Patel said multiple people were taken into custody after authorities disrupted an alleged plot targeting Sunday’s UFC America 250 event at the White House. CBS News reported the alleged plan involved explosive drones, snipers and an attempt to storm a White House gate.
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Voters in Georgia, Alabama and Oklahoma are testing President Trump’s endorsement power in several Republican primaries and runoffs. Washington, D.C., Democrats are also choosing candidates for mayor and congressional delegate after long-serving incumbents stepped aside.
G7 leaders meeting in France are focusing on a preliminary U.S.-Iran agreement and renewed efforts to end Russia’s war in Ukraine. Zelenskyy joined the summit as European leaders sought to keep pressure on Moscow and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Alaska Elections Director Carol Beecher ruled that Daniel J. Sullivan cannot appear on the U.S. Senate primary ballot, finding his candidacy was filed to confuse voters. The candidate denies wrongdoing and can appeal the decision.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom accused President Donald Trump of directing the Justice Department to investigate him and his wife as he considers a 2028 presidential run. The Justice Department has not confirmed any investigation.
Trump arrived at the G7 summit in France touting a signed Iran memorandum and saying the Strait of Hormuz is partially reopening. The summit is also expected to focus on Ukraine, AI, economic issues, immigration and supply chains.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom said President Donald Trump directed the Justice Department to investigate him and his wife, calling the inquiry politically motivated. Newsom said federal agents have contacted family friends and former employees and demanded records.
U.S. officials say Washington and Tehran have digitally signed a memorandum to extend a ceasefire, reopen the Strait of Hormuz and begin nuclear negotiations. The deal’s effect on Lebanon remains uncertain as Israel says it is not bound by the agreement.