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Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party is selecting a new leader amid a political crisis, economic challenges, and international issues, with potential candidates including Sanae Takaichi, Shinjiro Koizumi, and Yoshimasa Hayashi, each bringing different visions for Japan's future.
House Democrats are preparing for a caucus election on June 24 to select a new ranking member for the Oversight and Government Reform Committee, following the death of Rep. Gerry Connolly. The race features four candidates—Reps. Jasmine Crockett, Stephen Lynch, Kweisi Mfume, and Robert Garcia—and is expected to be competitive, testing the party's adherence to seniority and willingness to promote younger members.
Senate Democrats are set to elect new leadership, with Senators Amy Klobuchar and Cory Booker expected to rise to the third and fourth leadership positions. Chuck Schumer and Dick Durbin are anticipated to retain their roles, while Kirsten Gillibrand is likely to chair the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee. Concurrently, Senate Republicans plan a policy retreat to discuss a reconciliation push. The Senate confirmed two of President Biden's judicial nominees, and the House will resume voting post-Thanksgiving.
John Thune has been elected as the new Senate Republican leader, succeeding Mitch McConnell. Thune, who was the Republican whip, won against Sen. John Cornyn and Sen. Rick Scott in a secret ballot vote. Despite Scott's efforts to align himself with Trump and gain endorsements from Trump-aligned figures, Trump did not endorse any candidate. All candidates expressed support for Trump's use of recess appointments to fill federal vacancies. The leadership election was described as energetic, with candidates emphasizing their loyalty to Trump's agenda.
U.S. Senator John Cornyn is vying to become the next Senate Majority Leader, aiming to succeed Mitch McConnell. Cornyn, a seasoned politician with a strong fundraising record, faces competition from John Thune and Rick Scott. Despite his extensive experience and connections, Cornyn faces criticism from the right wing of his party, particularly for his bipartisan efforts and support for gun safety legislation. The leadership decision will be made by a secret ballot among Senate Republicans, with Cornyn's ability to navigate party dynamics and his legislative record being key factors in his bid.
Mark Drakeford, the Welsh Labour leader and first minister of Cardiff's devolved government, has announced his resignation. He will step down as Welsh Labour leader immediately and as first minister following a leadership election in the new year. Drakeford, who has served as first minister for five years, had previously stated his intention to quit before 2024. Known for his clashes with former British Prime Minister Boris Johnson during the pandemic, Drakeford expressed hope that the next Welsh Labour leader will have the opportunity to work with a newly elected Labour government in London.
A dissident group within the Amazon Labor Union, known as the A.L.U. Democratic Reform Caucus, has filed a lawsuit seeking to force the union to hold a leadership election. The group argues that the union and its president, Christian Smalls, have illegally postponed officer elections. The complaint asks for a federal judge to schedule an election by August 30 and appoint a neutral monitor. The split within the union reflects a growing divide that has undermined its ability to pressure Amazon and threatens the momentum of the broader labor movement.
Austria's Social Democrats corrected the results of a closely contested leadership election after announcing the wrong winner due to a "technical" error in an Excel spreadsheet. The party declared Hans Peter Doskozil as the new leader, but it was later revealed that Andreas Babler had actually won. The error threatens to further erode trust in the largest federal opposition grouping in Austria, which is gearing up for another federal election. This is not the first time an Excel error has undermined an election.
Austria's Social Democrats announced the wrong winner of their leadership election due to a "technical error by a colleague with an Excel table" during the tabulation of the results. Leftist small-town mayor Andreas Babler won with 53% of the vote, instead of populist governor Hans Peter Doskozil. The mistake was discovered during a recount on Monday. It is unclear whether the election fiasco will thrust the party, currently polling second behind the far-right Freedom Party, into deeper turmoil.