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Live updates: Mamdani, Cassidy hit Sunday shows; US-Iran ceasefire tested by fresh strikes

The Hill · Jun 28, 2026, 12:52 PM · Also reported by 4 other sources

Key takeaways

  • Iran on Sunday launched drone and missile attacks targeting Bahrain and Kuwait, two key U.S. allies in the Persian Gulf.
  • Julia Letlow (R-La.), buoyed by President Trump s endorsement, defeated Louisiana State Treasurer John Fleming in the GOP runoff for Sen.
  • Cassidy failed to gain enough votes to hold onto his seat weeks prior.

Why this matters: political developments that affect policy direction and public trust.

Iran on Sunday launched drone and missile attacks targeting Bahrain and Kuwait, two key U.S. allies in the Persian Gulf. Iran s attacks came after U.S. forces conducted additional strikes against multiple Iranian targets in response to an attack against a Panama-flagged tanker near the Strait of Hormuz. Iran also threatened a complete halt in talks to fully end the war if Washington continues its own attacks.

The news comes after Rep. Julia Letlow (R-La.), buoyed by President Trump s endorsement, defeated Louisiana State Treasurer John Fleming in the GOP runoff for Sen. Bill Cassidy s (R-La.) seat on Saturday night, according to a projection by Decision Desk HQ.

Cassidy failed to gain enough votes to hold onto his seat weeks prior.

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