Chris Stigall, who received support from outgoing Representative Sam Graves, is expected to win the Republican primary for Missouri’s 6th Congressional District. He beat several other candidates, including Nathan Willett and Jim Ingram, in the race for the open seat.
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Chris Stigall is running for Missouri’s 6th Congressional District seat.
He was endorsed by Sam Graves, the current representative leaving the seat.
Stigall won the Republican primary according to Decision Desk HQ results.
The race had many Republican candidates.
Other candidates included Kansas City Council member Nathan Willett and U.S. Army veteran Jim Ingram.
The seat is open because the current representative is not running again.
This election decides who will represent Missouri’s 6th District in the U.S. House of Representatives.
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The CDC has expanded a large outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a foodborne illness caused by a parasite, to include 15 states. The illness, linked to contaminated iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms de Mexico, has resulted in thousands of confirmed and suspected cases across the U.S., with Michigan reporting the first two deaths.
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The CDC expanded the cyclosporiasis outbreak to 15 states, adding Arkansas, Iowa, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, and North Carolina.
As of July 28, there were 6,707 lab-confirmed cases and about 11,500 suspected cases pending confirmation.
The illness is caused by Cyclospora cayetanensis, a parasite spread by eating contaminated food or water.
Symptoms include diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and loss of appetite.
The Food and Drug Administration identified iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms de Mexico as a source of one outbreak.
Taylor Farms recalled lettuce distributed in 27 states’ restaurants and 15 states’ grocery stores.
Michigan is the hardest-hit state with over 11,000 outbreak-linked cases and has reported two deaths.
The CDC advises not to eat the recalled lettuce and to seek medical care if symptoms appear.
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A man was arrested at President Donald Trump’s golf club near Los Angeles for carrying a loaded gun and special ammunition just days before the president’s visit. Authorities found more weapons and gear at the man’s home and are investigating him further.
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The man arrested is 38-year-old Jeanine John Taele.
He had a loaded handgun, two magazines, and hollow-point ammunition on him or in his car.
Taele was seen taking photos and videos of the golf club’s security setup.
He is already under investigation for a separate robbery case.
The FBI and local police searched his home and found an illegally modified rifle, body armor, more guns and ammo, radio devices, and notebooks with concerning notes.
Officials say there is no confirmed threat to the public from this case.
Taele is held without bail while prosecutors decide on charges.
President Trump’s visit to the club is part of his campaign events before the November elections.
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Maryland lawmakers have approved a constitutional amendment about how congressional district boundaries are drawn. The proposal will be decided by voters in Maryland this fall after the governor signs it into law.
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Maryland's House of Delegates passed the redistricting amendment with a vote of 96-38.
The Maryland Senate approved the amendment with a vote of 32-13.
The amendment aims to clarify the rules for drawing congressional district maps.
The bill now awaits the governor’s signature to become law.
Once signed, the amendment will appear on the ballot for Maryland voters this fall.
This vote impacts how Maryland’s congressional districts are set for future elections.
Constitutional amendments require voter approval in Maryland.
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On August 4, 2026, Kansas held primary elections for the U.S. Senate and governor races. Rev. Adam Hamilton is projected to win the Democratic Senate primary, and incumbent Sen. Roger Marshall is projected to win the Republican Senate primary. Ty Masterson is projected to win the Republican nomination for governor.
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Rev. Adam Hamilton, leader of a large Methodist church, is projected to win the Democratic Senate primary in Kansas.
Hamilton started his campaign in April and raised $3.6 million in the first quarter.
Incumbent Senator Roger Marshall, a doctor and Army reservist, is projected to win the Republican Senate primary.
Marshall is a strong supporter of President Donald Trump.
No Democrat has won a U.S. Senate seat in Kansas since 1932.
Ty Masterson, Kansas Senate president, is projected to win the Republican nomination for governor.
Masterson received an endorsement from President Trump and other GOP leaders.
Republicans hope to win the governor’s office as the current governor, Laura Kelly, is a Democrat.
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Wesley Bell won the Democratic primary against Cori Bush in Missouri’s 1st Congressional District. Bell is a moderate Democrat who supports U.S. military aid to Israel, while Bush, a progressive activist, opposes that aid. Bell is expected to win the general election due to the district’s strong Democratic support.
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Wesley Bell defeated Cori Bush in a Democratic primary rematch in Missouri’s 1st District.
Bell is a moderate Democrat and supports continued U.S. military aid to Israel.
Bush is a progressive Democrat who wants to cut off military aid to Israel amid human rights concerns.
The district includes St. Louis and leans heavily Democratic.
Bell unseated Bush in 2024 and has represented the district since 2025.
The two candidates clashed over support for Vice President Kamala Harris and campaign spending.
Bell voted against ending $3.3 billion in military aid to Israel, while more Democrats supported cutting it.
There were personal accusations exchanged during the campaign related to finances and past statements.
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Rep. Wesley Bell won the Democratic primary in Missouri’s 1st Congressional District, defeating former Rep. Cori Bush who tried to win back her seat. Bell first beat Bush in the 2024 primary by about 5 percentage points.
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Wesley Bell is the current U.S. Representative for Missouri’s 1st District.
He defended his seat against Cori Bush, who previously held the position.
Bush tried to return to Congress by challenging Bell in the Democratic primary.
Bell won the primary according to Decision Desk HQ projections.
The 1st Congressional District in Missouri is known to strongly support Democratic candidates.
Bell had beaten Bush in the 2024 Democratic primary by around 5 points.
This election was a rematch of the 2024 Democratic primary contest.
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A man carrying ammunition and a loaded gun in his car was arrested near President Donald Trump’s golf course in Los Angeles before a fundraising event. Authorities found weapons and concerning items at his home and charged him with multiple crimes.
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The man, Jeanine John Taele, was arrested Sunday near Trump National Golf Course in Rancho Palos Verdes, California.
He had ammunition in his pocket and a loaded pistol in his car.
Police found many firearms, magazines, body armor, and notebooks with worrying statements at his home.
Taele was taking photos and videos near the golf course, where Trump was holding a fundraiser.
He was charged with several felonies, including robbery and illegal possession of weapons.
Taele pleaded not guilty and was ordered to stay away from the golf course and not carry weapons.
His bail was set at $250,000.
Authorities say there is no credible threat to the public.
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Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Representative John James, supported by President Trump, are expected to compete for Michigan governor in the upcoming election. Benson won the Democratic primary, and James won the Republican primary.
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Jocelyn Benson is the current Michigan Secretary of State.
John James is a U.S. Representative from Michigan endorsed by President Trump.
Benson defeated Chris Swanson to become the Democratic candidate for governor.
John James defeated Perry Johnson to win the Republican nomination.
The governor’s race in Michigan is seen as important for the upcoming election season.
Current Governor Gretchen Whitmer is a Democrat.
The election will take place in the fall.
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Jeanine John Taele was arrested near Trump National Golf Club in California after FBI agents noticed suspicious behavior and found illegal guns and ammo in his car. Authorities are investigating further, including searching his home, and say there is no current threat to the community.
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Taele, 38 years old from Downey, California, was seen taking photos and videos of security activities at the Trump golf club.
He was arrested on weapons charges after illegal firearms and ammunition were found in his car.
The arrest happened just days before President Donald Trump was to attend a fundraising event nearby.
Police found more weapons, ammo, body armor, and concerning notebooks at Taele’s home.
Taele is also wanted in connection with a robbery investigation by the El Segundo police.
Investigators are reviewing his background and social media to understand his intentions.
Authorities say there is currently no credible threat to the public.
This investigation involves the FBI, Los Angeles Sheriff's Department, and the ATF.
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Voters in Michigan took part in primary elections on August 4, 2026, to choose candidates for governor, U.S. Senate, and House of Representatives races. Democratic Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson is projected to win the Democratic primary for governor, while the Senate primary features a contest between moderate Haley Stevens and progressive Abdul El-Sayed.
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Michigan held primary elections on August 4, 2026.
Races include governor, U.S. Senate, and several House seats.
Jocelyn Benson is expected to win the Democratic primary for governor.
Governor Gretchen Whitmer cannot run again due to term limits.
Republican John James hopes a Trump endorsement will help him win his primary.
The Democratic Senate primary has Haley Stevens (moderate) vs. Abdul El-Sayed (progressive).
Early and absentee voting turnout is higher than in previous primaries.
Absentee ballot requests increased by 68.5% compared to 2022.
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Mike Lindell, the CEO of MyPillow, has stepped down to focus full time on his campaign for governor of Minnesota. He is endorsed by President Donald Trump and wants to change the state's political system.
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Mike Lindell resigned as MyPillow CEO to run for governor of Minnesota.
Lindell is endorsed by President Donald Trump.
He wants to change the political establishment and make living costs more affordable in Minnesota.
Lindell is involved in a lawsuit accusing him of breaking campaign finance rules by handing out pillows with his campaign name.
Lindell denies the lawsuit’s claims and says he followed the rules.
He has previously paid millions in legal settlements related to false claims about election fraud.
Minnesota’s primary for governor is set for August 11.
Lindell said stepping down lets him give his full attention to the campaign and the people of Minnesota.
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Rep. Wesley Bell won his primary election against former Rep. Cori Bush, who was supported by progressive groups like the Democratic Socialists of America. Bell's victory represents a win for the Democratic establishment and was helped by significant spending from pro-Israel political groups and endorsements from Democratic leaders.
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Wesley Bell defeated Cori Bush in a primary for a St. Louis-based congressional seat.
Cori Bush had support from progressive groups including the Democratic Socialists of America and Senator Bernie Sanders.
Bell was backed by House Democratic leadership, the Congressional Black Caucus, and the pro-Israel super PAC United Democracy Project (UDP).
UDP spent more than $3 million to support Bell’s campaign.
Bell raised nearly $3.6 million and spent about $2.9 million, while Bush raised $1.3 million and spent $1.2 million.
Other groups like the New Democrat Coalition’s super PAC and American Bridge also spent money backing Bell.
Progressive groups like MoveOn and the Working Families Party supported Bush with just over $200,000 in outside spending.
Bell is expected to easily win the general election since the district strongly favors Democrats.
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President Donald Trump plans to keep National Guard troops in Washington, D.C., through the end of his second term, which could cost taxpayers another $1.4 billion. The deployment began in August 2025 after a violent incident and is credited by the administration with helping lower crime in the city, though some critics question its necessity and cost.
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The National Guard deployment in Washington, D.C. started in August 2025 after an attempted carjacking and assault incident.
The deployment is expected to continue until January 2029 or until President Trump decides it should end.
The estimated cost from October 2026 to January 2029 is $1.4 billion, based on an average of 2,500 troops deployed.
The current number of troops is about 4,600, higher due to special national events.
The Congressional Budget Office estimated the deployment cost $223 million through the end of 2025, with about $55 million per month afterward.
The Trump administration says crime in Washington is at its lowest point ever, crediting the National Guard presence for the decline.
Critics argue the deployment is expensive, unnecessary, and represents federal overreach into local affairs.
National Guard troops have also helped with medical emergencies, public safety tasks, and security at federal sites.
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Wesley Bell won the Democratic primary in a St. Louis area congressional district, defeating Cori Bush, who was trying to return to Congress. Bell’s victory makes him likely to keep his seat in the November election since the district strongly favors Democrats.
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Wesley Bell defeated Cori Bush in the Democratic primary for a St. Louis-area congressional seat.
Cori Bush is a progressive Democrat who opposes US aid to Israel and has criticized Israel's actions in Gaza.
Bell won support from pro-Israel groups that spent millions to back his campaign.
This election was a rematch of their 2022 contest, which Bell also won.
The United Democracy Project, linked to the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (Aipac), spent about $3 million supporting Bell.
Bell is a former county prosecutor who supports Israel but disagrees with Prime Minister Netanyahu’s government.
Bush criticized Bell for relying on outside spending and voted against Joe Biden’s 2021 infrastructure bill.
The district is heavily Democratic, making Bell the favorite for the general election in November.
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Democratic Representative Emanuel Cleaver will compete against Republican Rick Brattin in Missouri’s 5th Congressional District. Cleaver won his party’s nomination without opposition, while Brattin won a contested Republican primary.
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Emanuel Cleaver is the Democratic candidate for Missouri’s 5th Congressional District.
Cleaver had no challengers in the Democratic primary.
Rick Brattin is the Republican candidate for the same district.
Brattin defeated five other Republicans to win his party’s nomination.
Brattin currently represents Missouri’s 31st state Senate district.
The race will decide who holds the U.S. House seat for Missouri’s 5th district.
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Voters in Kansas are expected to vote against a proposal to change how state Supreme Court justices are chosen. Currently, the governor appoints the justices, who later face a vote to stay in office. The rejected proposal would have allowed voters to directly elect these judges.
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Kansas voters faced a measure to allow direct election of state Supreme Court justices.
Under current law, the governor appoints justices first.
After appointment, justices face retention elections where voters decide whether to keep them.
The proposed change aimed to let voters choose justices directly.
The measure is seen as a setback for conservatives who dislike the court's liberal direction.
Early projections indicate the measure will be rejected by voters.
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Ty Masterson, endorsed by President Donald Trump, is projected to win the Republican primary for Kansas governor. He beat five other candidates and will move on to the general election to try to replace Governor Laura Kelly.
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Ty Masterson is the Kansas state Senate President.
President Trump publicly supported Masterson as the GOP candidate for governor.
Masterson competed against five other Republican candidates in the primary.
Preliminary results from Decision Desk HQ show Masterson leading.
The primary win allows Masterson to face the current governor in the general election.
Governor Laura Kelly is the incumbent governor of Kansas.
The election is part of the 2024 cycle for state leadership positions.
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Senator Roger Marshall from Kansas is expected to win the Republican primary and will compete against Democrat Adam Hamilton in the November Senate election. Marshall is running for his second term and is currently projected to defeat his Republican opponent Arch Naramore.
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Senator Roger Marshall represents Kansas and is a member of the Republican Party.
He is running for a second term in the U.S. Senate.
Marshall is projected to win the Republican primary election.
His main Republican opponent in the primary was Arch Naramore.
In the general election, Marshall will face Democrat Adam Hamilton.
Adam Hamilton is a pastor and the Democratic candidate.
The primary results projection comes from Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ), a group that tracks elections.
The election will take place in November in Kansas, known as the Sunflower State.
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A man was arrested near President Trump's golf course in Los Angeles after police found a pistol and illegal ammunition in his car. The man was seen taking photos and videos at the golf course and is now in custody while authorities investigate further.
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Jeanine John Taele, 38, from Downey, California, was arrested Sunday near Trump National Golf Club in Rancho Palos Verdes.
Deputies found a pistol and illegal armor-piercing ammunition in Taele’s vehicle.
Taele was seen walking around the golf course taking photos and videos and watching security activities.
He was charged with carrying a concealed firearm and possessing prohibited ammunition.
Authorities obtained a search warrant for Taele's home the day after the arrest.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department is working with the FBI's Joint Terrorism Task Force and the U.S. Secret Service.
President Trump was scheduled to visit California for a Republican National Committee fundraising dinner.
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