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Trump-backed candidate wins primary to face Jon Ossoff in Georgia midterms

From The Guardian · () English

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  • Republican Mike Collins, endorsed by Donald Trump, won a primary runoff to face Democrat Jon Ossoff for a Senate seat in Georgia.
  • The US Senate narrowly failed to advance a war powers resolution against Iran.
  • The Justice Department announced charges against five men for an alleged plot to attack government officials.

Donald Trump's favored candidate, US Representative Mike Collins, secured victory in a Republican primary runoff on Tuesday. He will now challenge rising Democratic star Jon Ossoff in Georgia's midterm Senate election later this year. The win solidifies Trump's influence in Republican politics as he continues to back candidates in key races.

In national security news, the Republican-led US Senate narrowly rejected a war powers resolution. The vote, 48-47, aimed to direct the president to end hostilities with Iran. This outcome reflects ongoing divisions within Congress regarding US military engagement and foreign policy.

Separately, the Justice Department revealed charges against five men accused of plotting an attack. The alleged targets were government officials at a White House UFC event. The announcement highlights ongoing concerns about domestic security and potential threats.

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Originally published by The Guardian in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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