# Mamdani flexes political muscle; Trump’s Reflecting Pool headache grows

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Published: 2026-06-24T11:38:01+00:00
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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani wasn’t on the ballot, but three candidates he backed won Tuesday night. The results suggest the mayor’s political influence is growing fast. Plus, the Senate votes to rebuke Trump’s Iran policy. Even though the measure won’t change policy, it sends a message. And the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool controversy continues to grow. New questions emerge about what’s causing the problems as crews prepare another round of repairs. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Wednesday, June 24, 2026.

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