Bernie Sanders backs progressive Senate hopefuls as Grand Canyon rescue saves 83‑year‑old hiker

Senator Bernie Sanders praised several progressive congressional candidates ahead of the 2026 U.S. midterm elections, citing rising grassroots enthusiasm in states such as Michigan, Minnesota, and Vermont. He highlighted Senate candidates Abdul El‑Sayed in Michigan and Minnesota Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan, noting the large sums of money from billionaire donors and super‑PACs that could influence the races.

Separately, an 83‑year‑old hiker named Gerald Guinn was rescued after a multi‑day search in Grand Canyon National Park, Arizona. After his companion lost contact with him, search teams from the Kane County Sheriff’s Office and the National Park Service used drones, dogs, a helicopter, and a cell‑phone ping to locate Guinn. He was found in good spirits, provided with warmth and liquids, and later transported to safety by emergency services.