Darline Graham wins GOP runoff to replace brother on South Carolina ballot: AP
Graham was endorsed by President Donald Trump.
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Trump endorsement boosts sister of late Lindsey Graham to historic runoff victory
President Donald Trump's endorsement and an $800,000 MAGA Inc. blitz helped Darline Graham defeat Ralph Norman in the South Carolina Senate runoff.
Democratic newcomer scores runoff upset in Oklahoma, vows to impeach Trump if elected
N’Kiyla Jasmine Thomas defeated Jim Priest in the runoff race for the Democratic Senate nomination in Oklahoma.
Alex Pretti’s family calls for accountability 7 months after fatal CBP shooting
The family of Alex Pretti, the ICU nurse who was fatally shot by Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents during a January crackdown on immigration in Minnesota, called for answers from the Trump administration on Tuesday — seven months after his death. “I was not shocked that he helped somebody. My shock is that he…
Is Sudan’s battlefield shaping the terms of its next political phase?
Army gains, RSF defections and al-Burhan’s political push point to a possible shift in Sudan’s war.
Seattle man allegedly targeted governor after telling hospital of murderous plan: docs
A Seattle man allegedly told authorities he planned to surveil Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson's mansion and harm anyone standing in his way inside.
Democratic socialist wins primary runoff for Oklahoma Senate
Democratic socialist N’Kiyla Jasmine Thomas is projected to win Oklahoma’s Democratic Senate primary to take on Republican nominee Rep. Kevin Hern, according to Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ). Thomas defeated Democrat Jim Priest, a lawyer, after both advanced from a June runoff where neither candidate secured over half of the vote. Thomas, a nurse, led the…
Sen. Darline Graham wins South Carolina GOP Senate race, defeating Rep. Ralph Norman
NBC News projects that Graham, who was backed by Trump, defeated Rep. Ralph Norman to replace her late brother on the November ballot.
Daughter of late House Dem loses runoff bid to finish father's term
Marcye Scott fell short against former Gwinnett County school board chairman Everton Blair in her bid to finish the final months of her late father’s House term after leading the first round of voting.
Democratic socialist N’Kiyla Jasmine Thomas wins Oklahoma Senate Democratic primary
Nurse N’Kiyla Jasmine Thomas has won the Democratic Senate nomination in Oklahoma, NBC News projects, defeating an older, more moderate opponent.
Dolly Parton died following ‘brief battle with cancer’
A representative for Dolly Parton on Tuesday said the country singer died after a “brief battle” with cancer, although they did not disclose the specific type of cancer. “After bravely facing a brief battle with cancer, Dolly departed her Earthly life today at the Vanderbilt-Ingram Cancer Center surrounded by loved ones,” Parton’s representative Marcel Pariseau…
David Scott’s daughter defeated in Georgia House special election for open seat
Marcye Scott, the daughter of the late Rep. David Scott (D-Ga.), is projected to lose the special election runoff to fill the remainder of her father’s term in the House, according to Decision Desk HQ. Former Gwinnett School Board Chair Everton Blair emerged the victor in Tuesday’s runoff, after coming in behind Marcye Scott in…
Graham wins GOP nod in South Carolina Senate primary runoff for late brother’s seat
Sen. Darline Graham (R-S.C.) is projected to win the South Carolina Republican primary runoff to replace her brother, the late Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), on the November ballot, according to Decision Desk HQ. Lindsey Graham, 71, died unexpectedly in early July after serving in the Senate for more than two decades — and after winning…
Everton Blair wins Georgia House special election to replace late Rep. David Scott
NBC News projects that Blair has won the runoff to serve the rest of Scott’s term in Georgia’s 13th District.
Fact Check: FAKE Photo Shows Hakeem Jeffries Eating With Jeffrey Epstein -- It Is Synthetic Media
Does a real photo show Hakeem Jeffries eating with Jeffrey Epstein? No, that's not true: There is no evidence that the House Democratic leader ever ate with...
Watchdog: FEMA crew broke law by skipping homes with Trump signs
A government watchdog said Tuesday that a Federal Emergency Management Agency crew violated the Hatch Act during hurricane relief efforts in 2024.
Former presidents honor Dolly Parton following singer’s passing
Three of the four living former presidents have released statements honoring the late country singer Dolly Parton in the hours after her passing was announced Tuesday following her battle with cancer and other recent health issues. Former Presidents Clinton, Obama and Bush each paid tribute to Parton in statements praising her artistic and philanthropic efforts,…
Air Force Major Hit With Rare Criminal Charges After Calling For Trump’s Impeachment
He was previously arrested after protesting on the steps of the U.S. Capitol.