Politics & World Affairs — July 5, 2026

Democratic socialist wins Denver primary. Melat Kiros defeated 15-term Rep. Diana DeGette in Colorado's Democratic primary this week, the Democratic Socialists of America's third major primary win this cycle.

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Supreme Court shields Fed governor. The justices ruled President Trump cannot fire Federal Reserve governor Lisa Cook, carving out the central bank while allowing removals at most other independent agencies.

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Fujimori wins Peru's presidency. Keiko Fujimori won Peru's presidential runoff after weeks of ballot review, extending a string of right-wing victories across Latin America.

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