Voters in five states held primary elections to choose candidates for key November midterm races. The results showed a mix of wins and losses for progressive Democrats and revealed divisions within the Democratic Party, while Republican-backed proposals in some states were widely rejected by voters.
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In Michigan, progressive Abdul El-Sayed narrowly beat moderate Haley Stevens in the Democratic Senate primary.
Progressives won several important primary races but faced defeats too, such as Cori Bush’s loss in Missouri.
Progressive William Lawrence won the Democratic nomination in Michigan’s 7th congressional district.
In Washington, Democrat Marie Gluesenkamp Perez won her primary against a left-leaning challenger.
Missouri voters rejected a Republican-backed measure to make it harder to pass state amendments.
Kansas voters turned down a GOP attempt to change how state judges are selected.
These primaries highlighted divisions among Democratic voters about which political direction to support.
The elections could impact which party controls Congress after the November midterm elections.
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William Lawrence, a climate activist and co-founder of the Sunrise Movement, won the Democratic primary for Michigan’s 7th congressional district. He will compete against Republican incumbent Tom Barrett in the November general election.
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William Lawrence is 36 years old and helped start the Sunrise Movement, a youth group focused on climate justice.
He supports a pause on new AI datacenter construction because of its heavy demand on electricity grids.
Lawrence defeated former ambassador Bridget Brink and former Navy SEAL Matt Maasdam in the Democratic primary.
He has endorsements from Senator Bernie Sanders, Representative Rashida Tlaib, and Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed.
His campaign highlights include universal healthcare, higher taxes on billionaires, ending the war in Iran, and stopping arms sales to Israel.
His district in central Michigan is considered a competitive “toss-up” seat in the upcoming election.
Incumbent Tom Barrett has often voted in line with President Trump.
Lawrence emphasizes representing working people over corporate or political insiders.
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Joseph Geevarghese, leader of the progressive group Our Revolution, talked about the future of Michigan’s Senate race after Abdul El-Sayed won the Democratic primary over Haley Stevens. He shared his thoughts with CBS News about El-Sayed’s victory and what it means for the upcoming election.
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Abdul El-Sayed won the Democratic Senate primary in Michigan.
Haley Stevens was defeated in this primary race.
Joseph Geevarghese is the executive director of Our Revolution.
Our Revolution is a progressive political action organization.
Geevarghese spoke with CBS News about the election results.
The discussion focused on the path ahead for the Michigan Senate race.
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Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos faces a $176 million lawsuit filed by a man who claims deputies shot and paralyzed him during a false emergency call. This lawsuit adds to other legal claims against Nanos related to the Nancy Guthrie disappearance investigation and alleged civil rights violations.
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Sheriff Chris Nanos and others are sued for $176 million by Axeel Melendez, who was paralyzed after deputies shot him during a false "swatting" call.
Melendez warned the sheriff’s office in advance about threats from hackers planning a fake emergency call to his home.
Deputies allegedly forced entry and opened fire despite the warning, causing Melendez’s permanent paralysis.
Carlos Palazuelos and family reportedly plan to sue for $3.25 million over arrests and property damage connected to the Nancy Guthrie missing person case.
Palazuelos claims he was arrested at gunpoint, held without charge for hours, and later released far from Tucson.
Sheriff Nanos was previously sued for $25 million by inmate Steven Kenneth Fox, who alleged civil rights violations in jail; that case was dismissed by a judge.
No arrests have been made yet in the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, whose case is under ongoing investigation by the sheriff’s department.
Sheriff Nanos and the department have not commented publicly on the new lawsuit, citing ongoing legal proceedings.
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Abdul El-Sayed won the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate seat in Michigan by narrowly defeating Haley Stevens. His victory highlights a shift in Democratic politics toward grassroots campaigning and policies focused on universal healthcare and challenging big money in politics.
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Abdul El-Sayed won the Michigan Democratic Senate primary with 48.5% of the vote, narrowly beating Haley Stevens who had 47.5%.
The race showed strong support for anti-establishment candidates within the Democratic Party.
El-Sayed focused on universal healthcare and criticized corporate influence and the traditional political system.
He campaigned by holding over 500 events, visiting 150 churches, knocking on 200,000 doors, and making over 1 million phone calls.
Left-wing groups like the Working Families Party and Indivisible helped his campaign.
Michigan is a swing state, so El-Sayed will face a tough general election against Republican Mike Rogers.
Voters appreciated El-Sayed’s local public health work and his presence at community meetings.
The primary result suggests some Democratic voters want more authentic and bold policy change rather than traditional centrist politics.
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Representative Don Bacon has introduced a law called the Artemis II Congressional Gold Medal Act. This law would give a medal to the crew of the Artemis II mission, which is the first mission to fly around the Moon in more than 50 years.
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Rep. Don Bacon introduced the Artemis II Congressional Gold Medal Act.
The act aims to honor the crew of the Artemis II mission.
Artemis II is the first crewed mission to fly around the Moon in over five decades.
The honor would be given in the form of a Congressional Gold Medal.
This is a U.S. government recognition for significant achievements.
The Artemis II mission highlights American space exploration efforts.
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Abdul El-Sayed won his primary and will compete against Republican Mike Rogers in the Michigan Senate general election. The race will decide who represents Michigan in the U.S. Senate.
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Abdul El-Sayed won the Democratic primary for the Michigan Senate seat.
Mike Rogers is the Republican candidate for the same seat.
The general election will decide Michigan’s next U.S. Senator.
This race is part of the 2024 U.S. Senate elections.
Michigan voters will choose between El-Sayed and Rogers later this year.
Abdul El-Sayed is the Democratic nominee.
Mike Rogers is the Republican nominee.
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Connecticut’s Department of Correction has agreed to stop using in-cell restraints on inmates with mental illness, following a settlement with civil rights groups. The new policy will provide staff training on restraints and require reporting to the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU).
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The settlement ends the use of in-cell restraints, which involved chaining inmates’ arms and legs inside their cells for long periods.
The lawsuit was filed in 2021 by the ACLU and Disability Rights Connecticut, challenging the use of in-cell restraints and solitary confinement for mentally ill inmates.
In-cell restraints were criticized for worsening mental health and increasing risks of self-harm.
The Department of Correction can still use full-stationary restraints, which involve securing a person to a bed, only if there is an immediate safety threat.
Staff will receive training to manage difficult situations without in-cell restraints.
The Northern Correctional Institution, where much of the restraint use occurred, was closed after the lawsuit was filed.
Correction Ombuds and advocates will monitor the new policy to make sure it improves conditions.
Governor Ned Lamont vetoed a related bill that would have further regulated prison restraints and isolation in 2021.
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Abdul El-Sayed won the Michigan Democratic primary and will run for one of the state's two U.S. Senate seats. He is a progressive candidate focusing on universal health care, reducing corporate influence in elections, and criticizing U.S. support for Israel’s actions in the Middle East.
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Abdul El-Sayed won the Michigan Democratic primary election for the U.S. Senate race.
He is known as a progressive candidate, challenging the more moderate Democrats.
His platform includes pushing for universal health care for all Americans.
He wants to reduce the influence of corporate money in political elections.
El-Sayed’s criticism of Israel’s policies was a notable part of his campaign.
Many Democrats see Israel’s current government as carrying out harmful actions.
His campaign reflects a growing shift in the Democratic Party on Middle East issues.
The race is important as Democrats aim to take back control of the U.S. Senate.
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About 350,000 Haitians and Syrians in the United States have lost their work permits and legal status because the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) program is ending. Many cannot return to their home countries due to ongoing crises there, leaving them uncertain about their future.
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TPS is a U.S. program that gives temporary legal status to people from countries affected by war, disaster, or crisis.
Haitians and Syrians under TPS have been living and working legally in the U.S.
The TPS program for these groups is now ending, causing their legal status and work permits to expire.
Home countries like Haiti are still facing serious problems that make returning unsafe or impossible.
People like Harriett Cecilia Joseph have built jobs, communities, and businesses while protected by TPS.
Losing TPS means these individuals could face deportation or loss of work rights.
Many affected people feel uncertain and worried about their future in the U.S. and returning home.
The situation impacts hundreds of thousands of people who relied on this temporary protection.
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New federal rules require adults on Medicaid expansion to complete 80 hours of work or approved activities each month and increase eligibility checks from once a year to every six months. These changes, part of a 2025 law signed by President Donald Trump, could reduce Medicaid enrollment by nearly 8 million people nationwide by 2028, with California and New York seeing the biggest drops.
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Adults aged 19 to 64 on Medicaid expansion must do 80 hours of work, community service, education, or approved programs monthly.
Certain groups are exempt, including pregnant people, former foster youth, veterans with disabilities, and caregivers for young children or disabled people.
States must check Medicaid recipients’ eligibility every six months instead of once a year.
These changes come from the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, signed by President Donald Trump in July 2025.
The Urban Institute projects nearly 8 million fewer people on Medicaid expansion by 2028 due to the new rules.
California could lose about 2 million Medicaid enrollees; New York about 955,000.
Other states with large declines include Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington.
The government says the requirements help people build work skills and become more independent.
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Florida Republican Representatives Anna Paulina Luna and Mike Haridopolos have endorsed Ryan Elijah in the primary election against Republican Rep. Cory Mills. They described Elijah as a respected community member and a patriot.
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Anna Paulina Luna and Mike Haridopolos are Republican members of Congress from Florida.
They endorsed Ryan Elijah for the Republican primary in Florida’s 7th Congressional District.
Ryan Elijah is challenging incumbent Rep. Cory Mills in the primary election.
Luna and Haridopolos called Elijah a trusted community voice.
They described Elijah as a patriot and a fighter for freedom.
The district involved is in Florida, known as the Sunshine State.
This endorsement was announced on a Wednesday.
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Contempt of Congress is a crime for people who do not cooperate when asked to testify before Congress. Those found guilty can be fined up to $100,000 and sentenced to up to one year in jail.
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Contempt of Congress is a federal misdemeanor offense.
It applies to officials called to testify before Congress.
The offense occurs when someone obstructs a congressional investigation.
Punishment can include a fine up to $100,000.
The jail sentence can be up to one year.
It is used to enforce cooperation with legislative investigations.
This charge helps Congress carry out its duties.
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Donavan McKinney won the Democratic primary against two-term incumbent Shri Thanedar to represent Michigan's 13th Congressional District. McKinney’s victory is expected to bring Black representation back to Detroit in Congress and reflects support for a progressive candidate.
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Donavan McKinney won with 51.9% of the vote; Thanedar received 48.1%.
The district covers most of Detroit and areas west past Taylor.
Thanedar had more campaign funding and name recognition but lost local and progressive endorsements.
McKinney was endorsed by local groups, Michigan Chronicle, labor unions, and national progressives like Senator Bernie Sanders.
Both candidates opposed President Trump, criticized ICE, and supported expanding healthcare access.
Thanedar had backing from AIPAC, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, and major Democratic caucuses.
The district is heavily Democratic, so McKinney is favored to win the November election.
McKinney’s win likely restores Detroit’s Black representation in Congress, which ended with Thanedar’s 2022 win.
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Recent polls show Democrats leading Republicans in key measures ahead of the November midterm elections. President Donald Trump's job approval and Republican support on the economy have declined, while Democrats have gained ground, especially in competitive districts.
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A Reuters/Ipsos poll found Democrats lead Republicans 37% to 36% on who handles the economy better, a first in nearly ten years.
The same Reuters/Ipsos poll showed Democrats ahead 42% to 37% on the generic congressional ballot.
President Trump's job approval dropped to 35% in the Reuters/Ipsos survey.
Economist/YouGov poll showed Democrats leading by 4 percentage points nationally and by 5 points in 65 competitive districts.
In competitive districts held by Republicans, only 33% of voters viewed their representative favorably, while 49% had an unfavorable opinion.
Independent voters favored Democrats by 12 points in the Reuters/Ipsos poll and showed more positive views of Democratic incumbents in competitive districts.
President Trump's favorability rating remains low, with YouGov reporting 36% job approval vs. 60% disapproval.
These polls suggest voter attitudes could impact control of both the House and Senate in the upcoming midterms.
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An Ohio father, Malik Chandler, was arrested for shooting a man suspected of raping his 11-year-old daughter. The suspect, Diego Montoya Gonzalez, is charged with multiple offenses, and the father was given a higher bond than the alleged attacker, which caused public discussion.
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Malik Chandler, 31, from Grove City, Ohio, was charged with felonious assault after shooting Diego Montoya Gonzalez on July 16.
Chandler reportedly lured Montoya Gonzalez to his home by pretending to be his daughter on TikTok.
The shooting happened after Chandler's daughter’s mother found a video showing the suspected rape of the girl on her phone.
Montoya Gonzalez, 20, faces charges including rape and other related crimes and pleaded not guilty.
Montoya Gonzalez was given a $70,000 bond; Chandler had a $100,000 bond set earlier, which led to public debate.
Chandler told police he shot Montoya Gonzalez because he believed the man was reaching for a gun.
Chandler has a past conviction for attempted breaking and entering but was legally allowed to have a gun under Ohio law.
Social media users and some public figures expressed support for Chandler and questioned the bond differences.
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A Florida judge ordered changes to the language of a property tax cut proposal before it goes on the November ballot. The judge said the current wording is misleading and does not clearly explain how the amendment would affect local public services and tax revenues.
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The judge, David Frank, ruled the ballot language must be clear and accurate to help voters decide.
The property tax proposal is called Amendment 3, nicknamed “Save Our Homes from Excessive Property Taxes.”
It would raise the homestead exemption limit from $50,000 to $150,000 in 2027 and $250,000 in 2028.
The proposal would limit local spending to core services like public safety, education, and roads.
State economists estimate the amendment could cut local tax revenue by $5 billion next year and nearly $11 billion by 2031.
Some local law enforcement groups oppose the amendment, fearing it would hurt funding for emergency services.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis initially supported stronger tax cuts but has since stepped back from campaigning for this version.
The amendment needs at least 60% voter approval to pass because it changes the state constitution.
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Abdul El-Sayed won the Democratic Senate primary in Michigan, defeating Congresswoman Haley Stevens. El-Sayed ran as a progressive candidate with support from well-known liberal politicians, setting up a challenging general election against Republican Mike Rogers.
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Abdul El-Sayed, a progressive and former Michigan health official, won the Democratic Senate primary in Michigan.
El-Sayed was supported by Senators Bernie Sanders, Elizabeth Warren, and Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez.
Haley Stevens, his opponent, had strong backing from Democratic leaders and financial support from Aipac, an influential pro-Israel group.
El-Sayed’s key campaign themes included government health insurance, lowering drug costs, higher taxes on the wealthy, and reducing big money influence in politics.
The general election will be between El-Sayed and Mike Rogers, a former Republican Congressman who ran unopposed in his primary.
Michigan is a critical battleground state where a Republican has not won a Senate race since 1994.
El-Sayed’s win signals rising support for progressive candidates within the Democratic Party.
Some pro-Israel Democrats lost in recent primaries, indicating possible shifts in party support on that issue.
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CoreCivic has signed a five-year contract to reopen the Prairie Correctional Facility in Appleton, Minnesota, as an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention center for undocumented immigrants. The facility, previously closed in 2010, will hold up to 1,600 detainees and is expected to be fully operational by mid-2027.
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CoreCivic purchased the prison in 1997 and closed it in 2010 due to less demand for state prisoners.
The new contract with ICE is expected to bring in $75 million per year for CoreCivic.
The prison will start receiving immigrant detainees by the end of this year.
The facility can hold up to 1,600 detainees.
Local opinion is divided, with some officials supporting the job creation and economic boost, while others oppose the detention center.
The reopening is linked to a 2023 law referred to as “One Big Beautiful Bill,” which some critics say supports detention and deportation for private profit.
The reopening will create about 450 new jobs in the region.
Some state lawmakers have expressed serious concerns about the treatment and safety of detainees in ICE facilities.
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Abdul El-Sayed won the Democratic Senate primary in Michigan, defeating Representative Haley Stevens. CBS News projects that El-Sayed is the Democratic candidate for the Senate race.
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Abdul El-Sayed is described as a progressive populist.
He won the Michigan Democratic Senate primary.
El-Sayed beat Rep. Haley Stevens in the primary race.
CBS News has projected El-Sayed as the winner.
The primary was seen as important or high-stakes.
The race determines who will be the Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate from Michigan.
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