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Vance to weigh 2028 run after midterms

June 14, 2026 |

Vice President JD Vance said he and Usha Vance will discuss a possible 2028 presidential campaign after the 2026 midterms. He said President Donald Trump would be “very supportive” of whatever he decides.

Trump speaks with Putin and Zelenskyy before G7 summit

June 14, 2026 |

Politics, US and World

Trump held separate calls with Putin and Zelenskyy as the Ukraine war loomed over the upcoming G7 summit. Russian officials said Trump pushed for an end to hostilities, while Zelenskyy said he and Trump agreed to continue talks at the summit.

Mitch McConnell hospitalized, spokesperson says

June 14, 2026 |

Health, Politics and US

Sen. Mitch McConnell was admitted to a hospital Sunday morning, his spokesperson said, without giving details about his condition. The 84-year-old Kentucky Republican has had several health incidents in recent years, including falls and prior hospitalizations.

Key takeaways: The NRA convention in Indianapolis is sure to be a politically significant event, with many potential 2024 Republican presidential candidates in attendance. It…

World News

Trump criticizes Israeli strike on Beirut as Iran warns response

June 14, 2026 |

Politics and World

An Israeli strike on Beirut’s Dahieh area killed at least three people and prompted President Donald Trump to say the attack should not have happened as a US-Iran deal neared. Iranian officials blamed the US and Israel for the consequences and warned of a response.

Trump speaks with Putin and Zelenskyy before G7 summit

June 14, 2026 |

Politics, US and World

Trump says Iran deal could be signed Sunday

June 14, 2026 |

Politics and World

Trump and Pakistan said a U.S.-Iran deal could be finalized within 24 hours, but Iran said it would not be signed Sunday. The proposed memorandum includes provisions on the Strait of Hormuz, the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports and Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile.

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