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.
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Republican Steve Hilton and Democrat Xavier Becerra led California’s top-two gubernatorial primary, with billionaire Democrat Tom Steyer trailing in third. The winner in November will replace term-limited Gov. Gavin Newsom and face major challenges including affordability and homelessness.
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has advanced to the November runoff, but her opponent remains undecided as ballots are counted. City Councilmember Nithya Raman and former reality TV star Spencer Pratt are competing for the second spot after a primary shaped by wildfires, homelessness and voter frustration.
Former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra leads late polling in California’s turbulent primary for governor. Voters are also deciding the Los Angeles mayor’s race and congressional primaries that could shape November’s contests.
Voters in California, Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico and South Dakota are casting ballots in primaries that will shape key races for governor, Congress and the Senate. California’s top-two governor’s race and Iowa’s open-seat contests are among the most closely watched.
Bulgaria wins its first Eurovision Song Contest with Dara's "Bangaranga" amid protests and boycotts over Israel's participation. The contest in Vienna featured 25 countries and was marked by political tensions and demonstrations.
Vivek Ramaswamy wins Ohio Republican primary for governor and will face Democrat Amy Acton in November. Ramaswamy's campaign is heavily funded, while Acton emphasizes her public health background and working-class roots.
Virginia voters decide on a constitutional amendment to redraw congressional districts favoring Democrats, amid a national battle over redistricting ahead of the 2026 midterms. The referendum would temporarily suspend a bipartisan commission and could shift up to four House seats to Democrats.