Author: Loisa Lane

New York’s primary elections featured key congressional races, with former City Comptroller Brad Lander projected to defeat Rep. Dan Goldman in the 10th District, while Assemblywoman Claire Valdez is set to win against Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso in the 7th District. Additionally, Attorney General Alan Wilson secured the Republican gubernatorial nomination in South Carolina.

The Supreme Court has dismissed Damon Landor’s claim against Louisiana prison officials for shaving his dreadlocks, ruling 6 to 3 that he cannot sue under the Religious Land Use and Institutionalized Persons Act. The decision upholds previous lower court findings regarding the lack of liability for individual state officials.

The Trump administration has proposed increasing application fees for U.S. citizenship, raising costs from $760 to $1,330 for paper applications and from $710 to $1,280 for online submissions. The plan eliminates fee waivers and reductions for low-income applicants while maintaining exemptions for service members. Public comments on the proposal will be accepted for 60 days.

A federal judge has quashed six grand jury subpoenas issued by the Trump administration to Minnesota officials, including Governor Tim Walz and Mayor Jacob Frey. The judge ruled the subpoenas were retaliatory and unlawful, linked to a lawsuit challenging the federal immigration initiative, Operation Metro Surge.

Alan Greenspan, the former Federal Reserve chairman, has died at the age of 100 due to complications from Parkinson’s Disease, as confirmed by his wife, Andrea Mitchell. Greenspan led the Federal Reserve for 18 years, presiding over significant economic stability and crises during his tenure.

JD Vance discusses US-Iran talks in Switzerland aimed at ending the war in the Middle East, but the Iranians have the edge and demonstrated that when they temporarily walked out after threats made by US President Donald Trump.

A report detailing the “miracle babies” born in the Mauthausen camp has been released, highlighting the survival stories of infants born to mothers detained during World War II. Meanwhile, authorities in South Africa are investigating the sudden disappearance of several great white sharks from local waters.

The June 21 episode of “Face the Nation” featured U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz, Senator Lindsey Graham, and Representative Jason Crow. The programme included discussions on current political issues and insights from polling expert Anthony Salvanto alongside a panel of energy security analysts.

Democratic socialism is gaining traction in the U.S., particularly following the inauguration of New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Increasing numbers of candidates in major cities are now embracing this progressive ideology, signalling a potential shift in the political landscape. Nikole Killion reports.

Israeli strikes in Lebanon killed at least 16 despite a ceasefire, following projectiles fired by Hezbollah.