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Serbia’s President Aleksandar Vucic conceded defeat in the parliamentary elections, projecting that the opposition Students’ List secured 135 to 140 seats, compared to around 105 for his Serbian Progressive Party. High voter turnout and student-led protests marked this significant political shift after Vucic’s 14-year rule.
This week on “Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan,” CBS News executive director of elections and surveys Anthony Salvanto discusses the latest polling ahead of the midterm elections. Retiring GOP Senator Thom Tillis is also featured in the programme.
In Miami-Dade County, Hispanic voters are shifting their support away from President Trump, with a CBS News poll indicating that 60% favour congressional Democrats in the midterms, compared to 39% for Republicans. Concerns over the administration’s immigration policies and economic discontent have contributed to this change.
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.
EUROPEAN UPDATE
This morning, Europe faces economic challenges and political tensions
The United States Park Police have arrested multiple individuals for allegedly vandalising the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, following algae-related contamination. David Hearn, detained for touching the pool’s surface, plans to appear in court next month as the National Park Service did not respond to inquiries.
The U.S. government has awarded a $1.7 million no-bid contract to Green Water Solutions, owned by Trump donor John J. Cafaro, to install a filtration system at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool. This contract was justified under rules for projects of “unusual and compelling urgency.”
The Trump administration informed a federal judge that the Kennedy Center is evaluating options for its upcoming programming, ranging from a complete closure to limited public access. This follows a court order mandating the centre to remain open amid ongoing renovations and the removal of Trump’s name from its title.
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