US House passes Iran war powers resolution in rare pushback against Trump
Four Republicans allied with Democrats to pass bill to rein in Trump, though it is likely to face a presidential veto.

Four Republicans allied with Democrats to pass bill to rein in Trump, though it is likely to face a presidential veto.

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Analysts say ‘strategic leaks’ aim to influence public perceptions amid diplomatic impasse in US-Israel war on Iran.
Voters in six US states are casting primary ballots that will set the battle lines for November’s midterm elections.
Far-right lawyer Abelardo de la Espriella beat left-wing Senator Ivan Cepeda in the first round, upending expectations.
The decision was split, allowing the Trump administration to continue barring transgender people from enlisting.

Abelardo de la Espriella will face left-wing Senator Ivan Cepeda in the run-off for Colombia’s presidential election.

Hundreds have protested in central Kenya against a US-funded plan to quarantine Americans exposed to Ebola there.
Peters had been sentenced to nine years in state prison after allowing access to Colorado state voting machines.
The most populous US state has attracted attention for its contentious gubernatorial race with 61 candidates.

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has accused the United States of interfering in Mexico’s internal affairs.
The left-wing senator and far-right newcomer will face each other in a run-off on June 21, with security a top issue.