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Graham Platner is leaving the race for Maine's Senate seat. He officially told people he is withdrawing from his campaign. This happened after a report said he might have sexually assaulted a woman in 2021. Now, Maine Democrats must choose a new person to run instead of him. They need to pick someone by July 27th.
Mitch McConnell, an 84-year-old Republican leader in the US Senate, has been in the hospital for almost one month. His staff have not told everyone exactly why he was admitted to the hospital. They say his health is getting better and that he is still working on Senate business. However, they are not sharing details about what is wrong with him.
US President Donald Trump criticized NATO again at the alliance's meeting. He said he was very disappointed with NATO members. Trump questioned why they spend so much money if they do not help the US. He also threatened to take Greenland and insulted Spain.
Minnesota's Governor Tim Walz is taking his soldiers out early from Washington, D.C. The National Guard are the troops he sent. Many other governors are also saying they want to leave. This happens because of pressure against sending troops there. President Trump still has many troops in D.C.
The Supreme Court finished a big time deciding on LGBTQ rights. The court agreed with states that can ban transgender people in girls' and women's sports. However, more legal fights are starting now. These battles will continue to shape the laws for trans people.
People in Washington D.C. saw many fireworks for America's 250th birthday. Some photos show a group called Patriot Front marching around the city. These people wear masks and are known as white supremacists. One rider on the Metro shared their story about seeing them. This story is now very popular online.
The Seattle Times has endorsed a candidate for King County assessor in the 2026 Washington primary. The endorsed candidate is Foxcurran. He works as a senior adjuster for the city of Seattle. He also has experience as an adjuster in the private sector.
Progressives say they’re done re-litigating old posts. Are their opponents?
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The UK and Norway embassies made fun of each other on social media. This happened before the England vs. Norway World Cup match. The post was about two star players: Erling Haaland (Norway) and Harry Kane (England). They are rivals in football. Both players want to help their teams reach the semifinals.
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The Seattle City Council changed the mayor's plan to give free meals to all students. Council members said they will delay expanding two of the mayor's education programs. The delay gives more time to review costs and effects. The mayor originally wanted free meals for every student in Seattle schools.
The European Parliament in Brussels wants action about a football controversy. This happened after FIFA lifted the red card ban for US player Folarin Balogun. President Donald Trump called FIFA's head to ask for this change. After the call, Balogun was allowed to play against Belgium.
The Washington Huskies are installing a new turf at Husky Stadium. The work is part of preparations for the 2026 college football season. The old surface is being removed and replaced with a modern playing field. Crews expect the project to finish before the season starts.
Seattle's light rail system set new records for the World Cup. This happened on June 19th. On that day, many people used the train to travel. The data shows a very high number of paying riders.
Randy Arozarena is back at Tropicana Field. He was traded to the Seattle Mariners more than two years ago. The player said his return would be 'emotional.' This feeling means he feels strong emotions about coming home.
President Donald Trump asked FIFA's leader to look at a red card for Folarin Balogun. This made politics in world sports visible again. It shows how much the US government cares about big sports events. The Olympics are coming to Los Angeles soon.