‘Act on the evidence outside the window’: Andy Burnham urged to stick to net zero targets if he becomes PM
Mayor of Manchester is coming under pressure from some to ditch net zero targets but this could be highly damaging on many levelsUK politics live – latest updatesBritain’s net zero economy is booming. The sector is worth £100bn a year to the UK, has outpaced other sectors, and supports higher-paying jobs than the average.For a union leader to suggest that the man who has overseen this impressive record – the energy secretary, Ed Miliband – would be a “noose around the neck” of job creation, as U...
Trump's Tumultuous Week: From Iran Controversies to Housing Bill Cancellations
In a week filled with significant political maneuvers, former President Donald Trump has made headlines with his controversial decisions and statements, impacting both domestic and international affairs. As America kicks off its 250th celebration, Trump's influence remains a polarizing force in U.S. politics.
Reform UK plan to target EU nationals based in Britain ‘absolutely outrageous’
Exclusive: Rights group says Nigel Farage’s party is reneging on promises made during the Brexit referendum campaignUK politics live – latest updatesEU nationals based permanently in the UK have expressed alarm over a Reform UK plan to target their rights to accommodation and employment, saying the policy is a betrayal of promises made in the Brexit referendum 10 years ago.Under updated migration policies, Nigel Farage’s party would evict all overseas nationals from social housing and make it no...
Trump vs. Senate: The Unraveling Alliance and Its Impact on American Politics
Tensions between former President Donald Trump and Senate Republicans have reached a boiling point, threatening the GOP's unity ahead of crucial elections. This fallout raises questions about the future of Trump’s influence and the Senate’s legislative agenda.
Reeves backs Burnham to be PM despite reports she may be offered only junior role
Allies of Reeves lobby to keep her as chancellor as the ‘stable’ choice while Wes Streeting and Ed Miliband also in the pictureUK politics live – latest updatesRachel Reeves has given her support to Andy Burnham to be the next prime minister, despite reports that she is likely to be moved out of the role of chancellor if he becomes the next Labour leader.The chancellor told the BBC she and Burnham were friends and did not appear to rule out accepting a more junior cabinet position. “I’m supporti...
Reeves hints she accepts Burnham will not keep her as chancellor – UK politics live
Reeves refused to say whether she would accept a more junior job in cabinet if Burnham offered her oneGood morning. Rachel Reeves now seems to resigned to losing her job as chancellor when Andy Burnham becomes PM, probably three weeks tomorrow. She had reportedly been angling to stay in post, but she has given an interview to the BBC with a tone that is distinctly valedictory.Reeves says she is backing Burnham to be the next PM. Asked why she did not stand in Downing Street to hear Keir Starmer’...
A tale of two Democratic parties: From the Politics Desk
From the Politics DeskA tale of two Democratic parties: From the Politics DeskPlus, Trump slams the brakes on a bipartisan housing bill.Add NBC News to GoogleKornacki: Democratic socialist movement has ‘limits’ despite Mamdani-backed candidates’ wins16:17Get more newsLiveonShareAdd NBC News to GoogleJune 24, 2026, 5:30 PM EDTBy The Politics DeskWelcome to From the Politics Desk, a daily newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from the White House, Ca...
Australia politics live: boom in home batteries means fewer new transmission lines will be needed, models show
Aemo modelling shows electricity use will nearly double by 2050. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastGood morning and welcome to our live politics blog. I’m Martin Farrer with the top overnight stories and then it will be Krishani Dhanji with the main action.There will be plenty of politics to come but we start with good news: thanks to the recent boom in batteries connected to the national power grid, we’re going to save money on new transmission l...
Big tech spent millions on a single US congressional race. It won’t be the last time
Pro- and anti-AI groups spent $24m on a congressional contest in New York, but it’s unclear to what endUS politics live – latest updatesWhen the Democratic primary for New York’s 12th congressional district was called on Tuesday night, the result capped off one of the most expensive races of its kind in the state’s history. More than $24m poured into the Manhattan contest from tech-backed financial groups as the campaign turned into a battleground for pro- and anti-AI groups to test their influe...
Andy Burnham's 'coronation' as Prime Minister will leave Britons 'shortchanged', Tory MP warns: 'No one knows who he is!'
Andy Burnham's likely "coronation" as the new Prime Minister will make Britons "shortchanged", a Conservative MP has warned.Speaking to GB News, Ben Obese-Jecty stressed that "nobody outside the Westminster bubble knows who he is".Arguing that Mr Burnham will "never be more popular than he was on Monday when he arrived", the MP told GB News: "He's already less popular today than he was on Monday and it's only going to continue to go downhill because that is the nature of politics."Let's assume t...
Trump rages after four Republican 'losers' voted to rip his Iran war powers away in stunning rebuke
Trump rages after four Republican 'losers' voted to rip his Iran war powers away in stunning rebukeSPECIAL OFFER: Sign up to our weekly US politics newsletter and get three FREE months of DailyMail+ HERESee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy BREANNE DEPPISCH, US SENIOR POLITICAL REPORTER Published: 14:02, 24 June 2026 | Updated: 14:03, 24 June 2026 e-mail View comments
Zohran Mamdani has lost none of his political magic
The New York Knicks might have won in five, but the city’s mayor did it in three: a trio of candidates backed by Mamdani appear set to land seats in US CongressUS politics live – latest updatesA man or a movement? That was the question being asked when Zohran Mamdani gambled his political capital on Tuesday’s elections in New York.The answer from voters was emphatic: they prefer Mamdani and his brand of democratic socialism to the Democratic party establishment and its lukewarm version of capita...
Trump's Turbulent Week: From Interior Conflicts to International Tensions
This week has been marked by significant developments for former President Trump, as he navigates internal GOP dynamics and escalating international tensions. With controversies surrounding his administration and critical legislative measures, Trump remains a focal point in American politics.
Trump's top general WALKS OUT of Pentagon as Hegseth moves to gut his command in sweeping purge
Trump's top general WALKS OUT of Pentagon as Hegseth moves to gut his command in sweeping purgeSPECIAL OFFER: Sign up to our weekly US politics newsletter and get three FREE months of DailyMail+ HERESee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy PHILLIP NIETO, US POLITICAL REPORTER Published: 12:51, 24 June 2026 | Updated: 12:52, 24 June 2026 e-mail View comments
Mamdani-backed candidates win big in New York Democratic primaries – US politics live
Three congressional candidates endorsed by Mamdani win in clear sign of New York mayor’s growing influenceElsewhere in New York, Jack Schlossberg, the grandson of John F Kennedy, was unsuccessful in his bid to revive the political legacy of the US’s most vaunted political family and win in a race dominated by money from AI-focused Super Pacs. Longtime New York politician Micah Lasher won the primary in New York’s 12th district, beating out Kennedy and George Conway, the Republican turned vocal T...
'They use religion to defame me': Punjab CM Bhagwant Mann rejects 'sacrilege' allegations
Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has vehemently denied allegations of "sacrilegious conduct," calling them a "dirty politics" campaign by rivals. He stated that a viral video controversy, linked to an alleged Rs 10 lakh deal for a forensic report, is being exploited to tarnish his image. Mann insists the person in the video is an actor, not him, and accuses opposition parties of using religion for political gain.
Darren Jones says bond markets should be ‘content’ with Burnham’s economic plans – UK politics live
Chief secretary to PM rules out leadership bid as he says he has received reassurances from BurnhamGood morning. There are very few upsides for Keir Starmer for his current situation, but one of them is that soon he will no longer have to worry about taking PMQs. In his memoir, Tony Blair described PMQs as “the most nerve-racking, discombobulating, nail-biting, bowel-moving, terror-inspiring, courage draining experience in my prime ministerial life, without question”. Today’s could be Starmer’s...
'Anti-Hindu, anti-desi hate': Indian-American lawmakers urge diaspora to enter politics
NEW DELHI: Indian-American lawmakers in the US urged the diaspora to join politics to tackle the rise of "anti-Hindu, anti-Indian, anti-Desi hate”.
Mamdani-backed candidates shake up New York politics, oust two sitting congressmen
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani's chosen candidates achieved notable victories in the primaries, significantly empowering the progressive faction within the Democratic Party. These triumphs included surprising defeats of incumbents and a crucial win in a pivotal congressional district, indicating a transformation in New York's political dynamics. Mamdani's focus on electing 'better Democrats' committed to the working class contrasts with establishment leaders who minimize the overall impact on the...
Trump's Latest Moves: From Iran Tensions to Political Endorsements
In a tumultuous week, Donald Trump made headlines with his comments on Iran, legislative battles in Congress, and significant political endorsements. As Trump navigates these challenges, the implications for both domestic and international politics remain profound.