Trump-backed candidate
Coverage of Trump-backed candidate in the Nexus archive.
- US mulls cutting ties with UN refugee agency, prompting diplomatic flurry — sources
The US is considering cutting ties with the UN refugee agency (UNHCR), prompting diplomatic efforts. UNHCR reportedly urged supporters to pressure its top donor not to disengage, following the rejection of a Trump-backed candidate for deputy high commissioner who advocated reforms.
- Trump-backed candidate wins razor-tight Colombia presidential election
Abelardo de la Espriella, a Trump-backed candidate, won the Colombia presidential election runoff. The election took place in Barranquilla on June 21, 2026.
- Major takeaways from primaries in California, Iowa
Primary election votes are still being counted in California, with Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass heading to a runoff to defend her seat. In Iowa, a Trump-backed candidate for governor lost his race, and Democrats are hoping the results will help them flip the seat in November.