Results

• Oklahoma voters headed to the polls on Tuesday for state primary elections to fill numerous open federal and state seats. • Vacancies for positions including U.S. senator, representative, governor, lieutenant governor, and attorney general were triggered by retirements, term limits, and a presidential appointment. • In addition to selecting nominees and deciding on incumbent renomination, voters are considering a statewide ballot measure regarding the minimum wage.

• Representative Barry Moore, endorsed by President Trump, has won the Republican primary for the U.S. Senate seat in Oklahoma. • Moore successfully defeated Jared Hudson, a political newcomer who ran a conservative grassroots campaign to challenge the incumbent. • The seat became available following Senator Tommy Tuberville's decision to run for governor of Oklahoma.

• Representative Barry Moore has won the Republican primary for the U.S. Senate seat in Oklahoma, securing the nomination with the backing of President Trump. • Moore successfully defeated Jared Hudson, a political newcomer who attempted to win the seat through a conservative grassroots campaign. • The election was triggered by Senator Tommy Tuberville vacating his seat to run for governor of Oklahoma.

• Representative Barry Moore, endorsed by President Trump, won the Republican primary for the U.S. Senate seat in Oklahoma. • Moore defeated Jared Hudson, a political newcomer who ran a conservative grassroots campaign to challenge the incumbent. • The election was triggered by Senator Tommy Tuberville vacating his seat to run for governor of Oklahoma.

Voters have also been casting ballots in Alabama and Washington DC, where for the first time in over 10 years, the city will elect a new mayor in NovemberDonald Trump has a strong record in this year’s primaries so far – with many of his preferred candidates winning their primaries.But none have faced a self-funded rival with Rick Jackson’s spending power, the AP reports. Trump has backed Burt Jones, who, as lieutenant governor, was part of Trump’s attempt to overturn his 2020 defeat to Joe Biden, and the president has repeatedly praised Jones’ loyalty. Continue reading...

• The full 48-team field for the 2026 World Cup has been finalized following the conclusion of the qualifying playoffs. • The tournament will be hosted across three North American nations: the United States, Canada, and Mexico. • The lineup features a diverse global representation, including powerhouses like Argentina, Brazil, France, and England, alongside qualifiers from AFC, CAF, CONCACAF, CONMEBOL, OFC, and UEFA.

• The 2026 World Cup has commenced, featuring several high-scoring draws and unexpected results during the opening matches on Monday and Tuesday. • In a standout performance, debutants Cape Verde secured a monumental draw against the European champions, Spain, nearly winning the match. • Other notable results include 1-1 draws between Belgium and Egypt, as well as Saudi Arabia and Uruguay, and a 2-2 tie between Iran and New Zealand.