Here’s what stands out on the front pages of the international media this Monday, July 3, 2023:

USA

New York Times

The Republican Party (US Republican Party) prepares to rein in the vote

There is a closely watched political struggle for voting rights and control of elections in North Carolina; while the Democrats are trying to reclaim the seat of the presidential battle and the Republicans are trying to reclaim the governorship.

Washington Post

Jackson starts with his right foot on the bench

Ketanji Brown Jackson, the first African-American female judge, declares independence in her first term.

Europe

Country / Spain

The PSOE (Spanish Socialist Workers’ Party) closes the gap with the PP (People’s Party) after pacts with Vox.

Alberto Nunez Feijoo continues to lead but loses 11 places from the previous poll; Populares and Vox will receive 168 deputies, eight of which will receive an absolute majority; the Socialists are two points behind the PP and win five seats.

The Guardian / UK

Fears are growing that the NHS will be forced to charge for healthcare.

71% of respondents believe that the principle of “free use” is doomed to failure.

Latin America

Clarin / Argentina

Big win for Together for Change over PJ (Justice Party) in San Juan.

After two decades of Peronism, Larretista opposition candidate Marcelo Orrego was more than 6 points ahead of the official lists.

Mercury / Chile

Consumers and companies have conflicting expectations about the current and future economic situation in the country.

While attitudes remain pessimistic in both cases, there is an increase in positive attitudes towards employment and personal status in households. Meanwhile, in companies, the negative opinion is based on the lack of initiatives to boost investment and growth.

Peru Commerce

Effective Cooperation Act Could Limit Castillo Investigations

At least 18 effective collaborative projects are still in development that provide information for the investigations carried out against Pedro Castillo and his entourage. There are about 200 cases of corruption and organized crime in progress, which are in danger of falling due to this law.