US President Donald Trump tightened his grip on the Republican Party on Tuesday after Kentucky voters ousted Congressman Thomas Massie, one of the few conservatives willing to openly challenge him. The defeat, projected by NBC and CNN, followed setbacks for other Republican dissenters, including Indiana lawmakers and Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy.
Trump tightens grip on Republican Party after Thomas Massie primary defeat
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Thu 02:16 - Washington Examiner
Kentucky blocks in-state tuition offerings to illegal immigrants after DOJ agreement
Thu 15:33 - Fox News
Illegal immigrants will no longer get in-state tuition in Kentucky after federal ruling
Fri 00:55 - Fox News
Illegal migrant babysitter accused in 5-year-old attack now faces major charges
Fri 14:29 - Fox News
Feds charge illegal immigrant in Loyola student killing as attorney says prosecutors lack 'faith' in state
Fri 20:42 - Washington Examiner
Kentucky celebrates conservative activist Charlie Kirk with highway
Sun 00:56 - Fox News
Illegal migrant charged in deadly 124 mph chase that killed pregnant teen, unborn child
Mon 10:00 - Washington Examiner
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Tue 01:00 - Fox News
Influencer Jake Paul says Charlie Kirk would have been 'the next president'
Wed 16:51 - Fox News
GOP Rep Randy Fine declares that deporting all illegal immigrants is the top way to make the US affordable
Thu 16:30 - Fox News
Judge describes illegal immigrant burglary crew's cross country operation as 'Ocean's Eleven-style conduct'
Thu 22:17 - Washington Examiner
Former Milwaukee judge to be sentenced in June in illegal immigrant escape case
Fri 01:55 - Fox News
ICE says more criminal migrants arrested on 1-year anniversary of program to support victims of migrant crime
Fri 04:00 - Washington Examiner
Illegal immigrant shot by ICE in California denies gang ties: Attorney
Fri 13:21 - Fox News
Biden-era illegal immigrant convicted of groping teen girls as critics blast Soros-backed prosecutor
Sun 11:00 - Washington Examiner
California law drives up costs. Farm Bill serves food price fix
Sun 12:00 - Fox News
Outrage builds over illegal immigrant ‘invasion’ after suspect allegedly executes teen who begged for life
Sun 13:30 - National Review
The Dignity Act Is the Same Bad Deal as Ever
Mon 05:18 - Aftenposten (NO)
California gubernatorial candidate withdraws after sexual assault allegations
Mon 10:00 - The Hill
Sudden GOP infighting explodes over bipartisan immigration reform bill
Tue 10:00 - Washington Examiner
State by state: Here’s where ICE has made the most arrests under Trump
Tue 12:00 - The Hill
The Movement: Anatomy of an anti-amnesty pile-on
Tue 16:07 - Fox News
California homeowner confronts intruder with shovel after man allegedly breaks in asking for daughter
Tue 23:21 - Washington Examiner
DOJ charges Salvadoran national in ICE shooting with assaulting officer
Wed 16:25 - Fox News
Nick Shirley warns California bill could punish people trying to expose government fraud
Wed 16:50 - Fox News
California Dems ripped for bill dubbed the ‘Stop Nick Shirley Act’ that could penalize independent journalists
Wed 22:08 - The Hill
John Eastman disbarred in California over efforts to overturn 2020 election
Thu 00:30 - Fox News
Kevin Sorbo says he ‘escaped’ California, slams Democratic leadership in fiery remarks
Thu 02:54 - Washington Examiner
California disbars John Eastman over effort to reverse Trump’s 2020 election loss
Thu 12:59 - Fox News
MIKE DAVIS: California's highest court disgraces itself by upholding disbarment of John Eastman
Thu 19:27 - Fox News
Illegal aliens are getting taxpayer-funded boob jobs and sex change ops in Newsom's California, watchdog says
Fri 09:00 - Fox News
I chose abortion, then changed my mind — California wants that choice gone
Fri 12:08 - The Hill
Supreme Court changes coming? Swalwell shakes up California governor's race: Join Friday's Whole Hog
Sat 16:55 - Fox News
Newsom administration allegedly knew of $2B California budget error for months: report
Sun 15:00 - The Hill
What is kratom, the herbal product with a complicated reputation?
Sun 17:56 - Fox News
California regulators kill charity fireworks for America’s 250th, sparking outrage
Sun 20:16 - The Hill
Republican gubernatorial candidate dismisses Trump's approval rating in California
Mon 10:00 - Fox News
A detransitioner confronted a California lawmaker on the harms of gender transition. Here's why he spoke out
Tue 01:54 - Fox News
Another Democrat exits California's crowded gubernatorial race weeks before the June 2 primary election
Tue 09:00 - Washington Post
Ex-staffers defend California governor hopeful after viral clips raise conduct questions
Wed 02:43 - Fox News
Top California Dem running for office tied to Chinese school accused of US diploma scandal
Wed 09:00 - Fox News
‘Stop this insanity’: Angel mom rips Newsom, Dems for bill to use taxpayer dollars for illegals’ defense
Wed 16:30 - The Hill
Not just California: A national hospice ‘Blue Book’ is needed to fight fraud
Wed 22:41 - Fox News
Hospice CEO asks Congress how a provider can operate 'out of a burrito stand in California' with no oversight
Thu 04:39 - The Hill
5 takeaways from first major California governor's debate after Swalwell exit
Thu 06:59 - Washington Examiner
Gas prices, affordability, and Trump discussed in first California gubernatorial debate after Swalwell exit
Thu 09:00 - Fox News
Four lessons why the 'Boom Belt' is making such a big noise with migration
Thu 11:05 - The Hill
5 key moments from California gubernatorial debate
Thu 12:45 - Fox News
Xavier Becerra pressed on 'rumors' he knew about Eric Swalwell's alleged misconduct during CA governor debate
Thu 13:00 - Fox News
South American crime tourism crew stole $24M in nationwide luxury heists operating from bogus car rental: feds
Thu 17:59 - Sky News (UK)
Why deadly snake bites are on the rise in one US state
Thu 23:16 - Fox News
Dems jockeying for Newsom endorsement give passing grades on issue that ignited 'poop map' crisis
Fri 01:00 - Fox News
California ‘basic income’ experiment fails to provide ‘financial independence,’ study finds
Fri 10:16 - Washington Examiner
GOP House incumbents fight for same inland Southern California seat
Fri 11:00 - Fox News
Dem gubernatorial hopefuls ripped for playing 'garbage' race card over crackdown on truckers' English
Fri 20:35 - Washington Examiner
Newsom dodges endorsement but muddles overall message
Fri 21:53 - Washington Examiner
California Republican gets enough support to put voter ID amendment on ballot
Sat 00:29 - Fox News
Riley Gaines, Nick Shirley ask where 'No Kings' protesters are on California bill they say targets journalists
Sat 12:28 - Fox News
CBP joins forces with Coast Guard to intercept 3 smuggling boats, apprehend 60 people off California coast
Sat 16:00 - The Hill
Becerra, Steyer jostle for front-runner status in ‘fluid’ California governor’s race
Sun 06:38 - Aftenposten (NO)
This is what we know about the arrested 31-year-old
Sun 07:05 - El Mundo (ES)
The alleged shooter at the White House correspondents' dinner is a private teacher and computer programmer from California
Sun 09:00 - Fox News
California DOGE leader slams Newsom, Bonta over state’s massive fraud issues: “Every day is opposite day"
Sun 09:37 - BBC Headlines
Suspected gunman at Washington press dinner identified as 31-year-old Californian
Sun 10:00 - Washington Examiner
Becerra gains momentum in California governor’s race after Swalwell shake-up
Sun 16:02 - Fox News
Hospice fraud uses stolen identities for fake patients
Mon 01:39 - Sky News (UK)
Suspected gunman told family he may have given 'a lot of people a surprise' in writings before shooting
Mon 16:10 - The Hill
California billionaire tax has enough signatures for ballot, backers say
Tue 16:06 - The Hill
Chilling bodycam video shows California gunfight that killed officer, innocent father
Tue 21:38 - Fox News
Dem lawmaker hosts Hamas-linked org, draws swift backlash online
Wed 03:05 - The Hill
California governor candidates struggle for standout moments at feisty debate
Wed 03:52 - Washington Examiner
California governor’s debate turns chaotic as candidates chase breakout moment
Wed 22:49 - Fox News
Newsom mocks Trump's limited-edition passport with fake California driver's license featuring gov's portrait
Thu 01:00 - Fox News
'Are you effing kidding me?': California residents react to street being renamed after Charlie Kirk
Thu 10:00 - The Hill
Becerra, Steyer battle for momentum at California governor's debate
Thu 11:00 - Fox News
Hunter Biden's ex-lawyer ordered to pay $50K to former Trump aide after harassment claims crumble
Thu 21:46 - BBC Headlines
Britney Spears charged with driving under influence in California
Fri 01:00 - Fox News
California university ranks among the 'most conservative colleges in America'
Fri 01:40 - Fox News
Deadly hospital stabbing puts Newsom under pressure over ICE detainer fight
Sat 09:00 - Washington Examiner
California unions close in on destructive wealth tax
Sat 11:00 - Fox News
'Needs to resign': California vice mayor ripped after commenting '86 47' on state GOP's online post
Sat 11:30 - France 24
USA: Soaring petrol prices in California
Sat 12:17 - The Hill
California police can start ticketing driverless cars this July
Sat 22:56 - The Hill
Maher tells Newsom his Fox News lawsuit ‘sounds like’ Trump
Sun 07:41 - TVN24 (PL)
Fines for cars without a driver. California is changing its rules
Mon 11:00 - Fox News
California leaders mum on $1B high-speed rail detour aimed at preserving disgraced labor leader's memorial
Mon 13:15 - France 24
Musk vs. Altman: Battle of the tech bros underway in California courthouse
Mon 16:41 - BBC Headlines
Britney Spears pleads guilty to reckless driving after arrest
Mon 20:08 - La Libre (BE)
Britney Spears pleads guilty to reckless driving in California
Tue 10:08 - Fox News
California junior college athletes speak out on trans controversy that's now in the Trump admin's crosshairs
Tue 13:52 - Washington Examiner
California gubernatorial hopefuls contend with back-to-back debates with finish line in sight
Tue 16:18 - Fox News
California hiker dies after falling 30 feet from popular trail into ravine
Wed 01:00 - Fox News
California bill would let illegal immigrant professors keep teaching US students remotely
Wed 04:15 - The Hill
California gubernatorial candidates pounce on Becerra at debate
Wed 05:21 - Washington Examiner
‘Bickering’ and blaming Trump dominate California gubernatorial debate
Wed 06:50 - Fox News
California man sentenced to prison for using pickaxe to kill teen brother with cerebral palsy
Wed 10:43 - Le Figaro
Robot taxis: California will fine autonomous cars that do not respect the highway code
Wed 13:00 - Washington Examiner
Spencer Pratt is right to call out California’s failed leadership
Wed 16:21 - National Review
Katie Porter Gives California’s Game Away at the Debate
Wed 21:19 - The Hill
Porter: If Trump is going to attack California, 'F him'
Wed 22:13 - Fox News
WATCH: California Dems rally around healthcare for illegal immigrants during fiery debate
Thu 00:34 - Fox News
California immigration judge sues DOJ, alleging she was fired for being a registered Democrat, a woman over 40
Thu 03:55 - The Hill
California governor's debate devolves into bickering as primary nears
Thu 09:00 - Fox News
WILLIAM BENNETT: California's welfare state is a fraud machine. It could make all Americans into victims
Thu 12:30 - The Hill
California is funding the very hate it promised to stop
Thu 19:55 - Fox News
California mom rips Newsom-backed 'diversion program' that appears to benefit her son's killer
Fri 10:00 - Fox News
He fled communism. Now this California mayor is honoring Charlie Kirk and refusing to back down
Fri 10:00 - Fox News
California county finds nearly 600 unopened ballots months after Newsom-backed redistricting measure passed
Fri 10:32 - Fox News
Olympic gold medalists rip Newsom for California's trans athlete situation ahead of protested track meet
Fri 13:21 - Fox News
GOP candidate Bianco's two-word jab at Katie Porter draws gasps from California debate audience
Sat 02:17 - Fox News
Newsom's 'Golden State Start' promises 400 free diapers per baby as California grapples with budget woes
Sat 09:00 - Washington Examiner
California’s illegal immigration problem
Sat 12:00 - Fox News
California professor accused of killing pro-Israel protester will 'likely' avoid lengthy prison sentence
Sat 12:15 - Fox News
Women's tennis legend speaks out on California trans athlete controversy as Newsom faces criticism
Sat 18:24 - Tagesschau
Governor in California: Will Newsom be succeeded by a Republican?
Sat 23:50 - Fox News
Transgender athlete AB Hernandez dominates three jumping events at California postseason track meet
Sun 11:59 - Aftenposten (NO)
This trial makes me shudder. Do they really care about humanity?
Sun 15:45 - Al Jazeera English
With food benefit cuts looming in the US, Californians eye billionaire tax
Sun 16:40 - Fox News
LGBTQ activists speak out after 'Save Girls Sports' rally rocks California track meet with a trans athlete
Mon 14:42 - The Hill
Over 350 earthquakes recorded since Friday in part of southern California
Mon 22:59 - The Hill
California mayor accused of acting as an illegal agent for China, spreading propaganda
Mon 23:22 - Washington Examiner
California mayor charged with acting as Chinese agent
Tue 00:07 - Fox News
California mayor accused of secretly working for China, spreading propaganda while in office: feds
Tue 03:38 - Al Jazeera English
California ex-mayor admits acting as agent of China, US authorities say
Tue 05:39 - DW All
US: LA area mayor to plead guilty to acting as Chinese agent
Tue 05:39 - DW Top
US: LA area mayor to plead guilty to acting as Chinese agent
Tue 05:39 - DW World
US: LA area mayor to plead guilty to acting as Chinese agent
Tue 07:41 - Aftenposten (NO)
US mayor admits to spreading Chinese propaganda
Tue 14:38 - Euronews
Chinese people divided ahead of Trump-Xi summit in Beijing
Tue 16:45 - Fox News
Attorney raises broader concerns after mayor admits to acting as Chinese agent in shocking case
Tue 16:53 - Le Figaro
In the United States, a California mayor admits to having acted as an agent of the Chinese government
Tue 19:11 - Al-Monitor
Ahead of Trump-Xi summit, Iran looks to China as guarantor — but with reservations
Tue 22:00 - Fox News
Taiwan watches Trump-Xi meeting for signs China will test US resolve
Tue 23:42 - Al Jazeera English
Chinese firm unveils ‘transformer’ style manned robot
Wed 01:00 - Fox News
DHS Sec Mullin points finger at Newsom over alleged Chinese infiltration of California after CCP mayor charged
Wed 06:20 - Euronews
Watch: Inside the Trump-Xi visit that could leave Europe in the cold
Wed 07:36 - La Libre (BE)
Oil catches its breath and awaits the Trump-Xi summit in Beijing
Wed 07:48 - Al Jazeera English
China’s Xi expected to press Trump on Taiwan, tariffs during summit
Wed 10:00 - The Hill
Top Democrats press Trump to approve arms sale to Taiwan ahead of Xi meeting
Wed 10:00 - Washington Examiner
Allies say Xi has no shot at convincing Trump to change Taiwan policy
Wed 10:02 - Fox News
California girls' track and field stars speak out as Gavin Newsom's Title IX crisis grows
Wed 12:24 - France 24
Ahead of Trump-Xi summit, China warns on US arms sales to Taiwan
Wed 13:20 - El Mundo (ES)
Trump lands in Beijing while Taiwan is concerned about possible pressure from Xi Jinping on the sale of American weapons
Wed 20:38 - El Mundo (ES)
Juan Luis López Aranguren: "If the United States does not militarily defend Taiwan against China, no one will trust Washington again"
Wed 21:12 - Al Jazeera English
Trump-Xi summit: Why Beijing might have the advantage
Wed 22:57 - Washington Examiner
Appeals court grills DOJ over Trump’s ‘third country’ deportation policy
Thu 00:00 - Al Jazeera English
Trump-Xi summit live: US, China leaders holding talks on trade, tech, Iran
Thu 04:51 - Handelsblatt Politik
Trump in Beijing: Xi warns Trump of “conflict” over Taiwan
Thu 09:00 - Fox News
Trump-Xi’s China summit is a defining test for America in the new Cold War
Thu 10:38 - France 24
Trump-Xi meeting 'like watching a boxer fight a Kung Fu master'
Fri 10:20 - La Repubblica (IT)
War in Iran, the news. Trump-Xi summit ends: "Historic visit". But the Taiwan issue remains
Fri 12:16 - The Hill
Trump 'made no commitment' on Taiwan, arms sales in summit with Xi
Fri 12:24 - Washington Examiner
Trump leaves China without making a ‘determination’ on Taiwan arms sale
Fri 13:19 - France 24
Trump's silence on Taiwan during summit with Xi comes as relief for island nation
Fri 14:13 - BBC Headlines
Trump says he 'made no commitment either way' to Xi on Taiwan
Fri 14:59 - Al Jazeera English
Trump says he discussed Taiwan arms sale with China’s Xi Jinping
Fri 15:55 - ANSA Top News
Trump, 'I don't want Taiwan to declare independence and start a war'
Fri 16:35 - The Hill
Taiwan releases statement in response to Trump comments
Fri 16:36 - ANSA Mondo
Trump, 'I don't want Taiwan to declare independence and start a war'
Fri 16:55 - The Hill
Trump wants China, Taiwan to 'cool down'
Fri 18:02 - France 24
Trump warns Taiwan against declaring independence from China after meeting Xi
Sat 08:26 - Euronews
Trump's independence warning prompts response from Taiwan
Sat 09:22 - DW All
Taiwan urges Trump to advance arms deal after China summit
Sat 09:22 - DW Top
Taiwan urges Trump to advance arms deal after China summit
Sat 09:43 - Politico EU
Taiwan to Trump: We are sovereign and independent
Sat 10:00 - The Hill
Trump ambiguity raises questions on US support to Taiwan
Sat 14:06 - The Hill
Waltz: Trump was ‘quite clear’ to China on Taiwan ‘status quo’
Sat 19:44 - Al Jazeera English
In response to Trump, Taiwan says it is ‘sovereign and independent’
Sat 20:58 - Al Jazeera English
Taiwan says it is an independent nation after Trump arms sale remarks
Sun 01:18 - The Hill
Trump calls for GOP challenger to Rep. Boebert as she campaigns with Massie in Kentucky
Sun 07:03 - Fox News
Trump threatens to pull Boebert endorsement, calls congresswoman ‘weak minded’ over Massie support
Sun 10:00 - The Hill
Trump's grip on GOP lawmakers shows signs of slipping amid election year
Sun 10:58 - La Libre (BE)
In Kentucky, bourbon and Trumpian revenge: “momentum is on our side”
Sun 14:20 - The Hill
Massie hits back at Trump criticism: 'I think that's going to help my fundraising'
Mon 11:48 - The Hill
Trump: Massie 'must be thrown out of office'
Mon 12:42 - Washington Examiner
What’s at stake in the Thomas Massie primary
Mon 15:08 - The Hill
Pentagon says Hegseth campaigning against Massie in 'personal capacity'
Mon 16:23 - Al Jazeera English
Kentucky primaries 2026: Poll times, key races and what to watch
Mon 16:24 - Washington Examiner
Who is Ed Gallrein? Navy SEAL and farmer who could oust Thomas Massie in Kentucky
Mon 18:47 - DN (SE)
The Republican defying Trump faces the fight of his life
Mon 22:19 - The Hill
Hegseth joins Trump's fight against Massie in major decorum break
Mon 23:00 - DN (SE)
Trump's revenge on the disobedient Republican
Mon 23:27 - Fox News
Hegseth unleashes on Massie in GOP primary showdown against Trump-backed Navy SEAL vet
Tue 08:00 - Fox News
Trump targets Massie in explosive Kentucky showdown as six states hold high-stakes primaries
Tue 10:00 - The Hill
Trump-Massie feud hits fever pitch: What to watch in Kentucky, Georgia, Alabama primaries
Tue 10:00 - The Hill
The Memo: Massie seeks to buck GOP trend, survive Trump-enforced exit
Tue 12:00 - The Hill
Watch live: The Hill's Decision Desk 2026 - Data Nerds
Tue 12:42 - The Hill
Live updates: Blanche likely to face grilling on compensation fund; Massie fights for seat in Kentucky primary
Tue 13:02 - NRK (NO)
- As a hostage mission: Trump ally challenges party colleague in Kentucky
Tue 14:41 - France 24
Kentucky primary tests Trump's hold on Republican base
Tue 15:59 - The Hill
Massie: Hegseth campaign stop in Kentucky shows Trump-backed challenger's bid is 'imploding'
Tue 16:30 - Washington Examiner
Thomas Massie race sets House primary spending record
Tue 16:35 - The Hill
Senators put Blanche on defense over $1.776B 'anti-weaponization' fund
Tue 23:21 - The Hill
Trump-backed Barr poised to replace McConnell after Kentucky GOP Senate primary victory
Tue 23:41 - The Hill
Trump scores major victory with Massie's primary defeat in Kentucky
Wed 00:08 - NRK (NO)
Trump-backed candidate wins Republican primary in Kentucky
Wed 00:43 - France 24
Trump tightens grip on Republican Party after Thomas Massie primary defeat
Wed 01:18 - Fox News
Kentucky physician advances to general election after receiving glowing Trump endorsement: 'True friend'
Wed 01:28 - BBC Headlines
Trump-backed challenger defeats Republican rebel Massie in primary
Wed 01:45 - Fox News
Bluegrass Democrats make their choice to replace McConnell, take on Trump-backed Barr
Wed 01:51 - Washington Examiner
Massie mocks Trump’s ‘Roman Empire’ ballroom in scathing concession speech
Wed 01:53 - SRF International
Republican showdown – success for US President Trump in the primary election in Kentucky
Wed 02:16 - Fox News
Former prosecutor who accused Trump of weaponizing DOJ wins Dem primary
Wed 02:16 - Washington Examiner
Massie hints at a run in 2028: ‘We’ll talk about it later’
Wed 02:25 - Die Welt
“He deserved to lose” – Trump celebrates Republican Massie’s election defeat
Wed 03:10 - Al Jazeera English
Republican Thomas Massie who stood up to Trump defeated in Kentucky primary
Wed 03:16 - DN (SE)
Massie lost the primary — but may aim for 2028
Wed 03:30 - Washington Examiner
Trump and allies take victory lap after Massie’s defeat in Kentucky GOP primary
Wed 03:58 - SvD (SE)
Trump got his revenge on Massie
Wed 04:05 - Fox News
Trump-backed governor wins GOP primary for third term after running on deregulation and tax cuts
Wed 04:22 - The Hill
Trump's midterm retribution crusade crescendos with Massie primary defeat: Key takeways
Wed 04:25 - Fox News
Trump-backed senator cruises to primary win, setting up potential 4th term
Wed 04:33 - Süddeutsche Zeitung Politik
USA: Trumps Rache in Kentucky