The Kansas Senate race intensified during a debate, with incumbent Republican Senator Roger Marshall warning that a loss could enable Democrats to gain control of the Senate. His opponent, Democratic pastor Adam Hamilton, positioned himself as a moderate while criticising tariffs and previous administration policies affecting the state’s farmers.

The U.S. State Department has ordered the departure of non-essential embassy personnel and their families from Saudi Arabia, citing increased attacks by Iran-backed Houthi militants. Other U.S. embassies in the region have shifted to restricted operations amid ongoing security concerns, including recent strikes on airports and critical infrastructure.