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Graham Platner wins Democratic primary to face Susan Collins in November

Progressive oyster farmer Graham Platner overcame his numerous controversies to secure the right to challenge U.S. Sen. Susan Collins in November.

US Annual Inflation Hit 4.2% in May, Highest in Three Years

Inflation accelerated in May as rising energy costs contributed to pain for consumers, though underlying pressures were less intense. The consumer price index, a broad gauge of goods and services costs across the U.S. economy, rose at a seasonally adjusted 0.5% for the month, putting the annual inflation rate at 4.2%, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported Wednesday. Both numbers were in line with the Dow Jones consensus.

Bill Gates says Jeffrey Epstein tried to use information about his private life as 'leverage'

Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates on Wednesday told the House Oversight Committee that he has “never victimized anyone” and never had an indication that Jeffrey Epstein engaged in criminal conduct.

Trump Signs $70 Billion Immigration Bill, Capping Lengthy Fight over ICE Funding