Today in News History

On June 27, several notable moments in the history of News stand out. In 1627, John Hayward, English historian, journalist, and politician (born 1564) passed away. In 1928, Rudy Perpich, American dentist and politician, 34th Governor of Minnesota (died 1995) was born. In 1939, Brereton C. Jones, American politician, 58th Governor of Kentucky (died 2023) was born. In 1958, Jeffrey Lee Pierce, American singer-songwriter and guitarist (died 1996) was born. In 1997, Jehyve Floyd, American basketball player was born. In 2004, Darrell Russell, American race car driver (born 1968) passed away. In 2008, In a highly scrutinized election, President of Zimbabwe Robert Mugabe is re-elected in a landslide after his opponent Morgan Tsvangirai had withdrawn a week earlier, citing violence against his party's supporters. In 2012, Stan Cox, English runner (born 1918) passed away. In 2015, Chris Squire, English musician (bass guitarist), singer and songwriter, member of the rock band Yes (born 1948) passed away. In 2024, U.S. president Joe Biden debates former U.S president Donald Trump. The debate leads to Biden's withdrawal from the election on July 21. Together, these milestones provide historical context for today's news news and ongoing narratives.

Trump-backed Letlow takes on John Fleming in runoff to replace Bill Cassidy

Washington Examiner

Washington Examiner

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June 27, 2026

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lean right
Trump-backed Letlow takes on John Fleming in runoff to replace Bill Cassidy

One of the country’s most contentious Republican primaries reaches its dramatic conclusion on Saturday as Trump-endorsed Rep. Julia Letlow (R-LA) takes on state Treasurer John Fleming in the Louisiana Senate runoff. Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-LA), Senate leadership’s preferred candidate, won’t be on the ballot after placing third in the initial May primary. The two-way contest []

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