Andy Burnham takes over as UK prime minister, calls for 'new political model'
New British Prime Minister Andy Burnham assumed power Monday morning, vowing to move authority away from London as his new government confronts economic strain, political instability and potential friction with Washington."We will change politics, to make it more collaborative, more about problem-solving than point scoring," Burnham said outside 10 Downing Street. "And we will take power out of here and carry it into every postcode in the land, so that they can do more."And, in doing more, build...
Socialist-backed Michigan Senate hopeful calls American politics a 'disease' after professing love for US
Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed on Sunday described America's political system as a "disease" moments after professing his love for the country where he was raised.El-Sayed delivered blistering attacks on the American political system during the final stop of "The People v. The Powerful" tour at DeVos Performance Hall in Grand Rapids. He spoke at the event alongside Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., and Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vt., as the trio criticized President Donald Trump, part...
Maine Democrats rally around Troy Jackson to replace Graham Platner in crucial Senate race – US politics live
Former state legislator in strong position to become Democratic candidate after several appointments drop out over the weekend Troy Jackson, a former state legislator, moved into a strong position to replace Graham Platner as the Democratic candidate in the crucial Maine Senate race after several of his opponents dropped out over the weekend.Maine’s secretary of state, Shenna Bellows, withdrew yesterday morning, saying Democrats didn’t have “a day to waste in unifying” around the goal of defeati...
Andy Burnham to become new prime minister and lay out ‘10-year plan’ for the UK in No 10 speech - UK politics live
Keir Starmer will give his final speech from Downing Street before Burnham arrives and is appointed as new PMGood morning. Today we are getting a new PM. It is the sixth time this has happened in just over a decade (Theresa May replaced David Cameron on 13 July 2016), and so in some respects there is nothing very new or surprising about this. Yet the process has been unusual. In the past, when parties in power have replaced a PM, generally they have opted for someone popular with their own MPs,...
Chris Mason: Burnham is fifth PM in four years - now he'll try to buck the trend
Chris Mason: Burnham is fifth PM in four years - now he'll try to buck the trendImage source, PA MediaByChris MasonPolitical editorPublished51 minutes agoBy lunchtime today, the UK will have its fifth prime minister in four years.No other sentence can so pithily summarise the nature of British politics right now than that one.In the summer of 2022 Boris Johnson was on his way out, but still in office. Since then there has been Liz Truss, Rishi Sunak and Sir Keir Starmer.Little wonder Andy Burnha...
Foreign aid could be doubled and Thames Water taken over in blizzard of politics
Foreign aid could be doubled and Thames Water taken over in blizzard of politicsSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy JASON GROVES, POLITICAL EDITOR Published: 00:38, 20 July 2026 | Updated: 00:38, 20 July 2026 e-mail View comments
Trump's Latest Moves: From Airport Rebranding to Military Escalation
Former President Trump's recent endeavors, including a controversial rebranding of Palm Beach airport and his administration's activation of a dormant court for deportations, highlight his ongoing influence in American politics. As tensions rise globally, Trump's positioning amid the Iran conflict adds a complex layer to his political narrative.
Andy Burnham may ‘not wear a suit’ on first appearance as Prime Minister reveals Christopher Hope
Andy Burnham could be set to forgo the formality of wearing a suit or using a lectern in his first appearance as Prime Minister, Christopher Hope has revealed. The GB News' Political Editor suggested such a move could "set the tone for a more informal Government".Despite a long career in politics, including Cabinet posts, Mr Burnham has been keen to stress his standing as a politician outside the Westminster mould. As such, the former Manchester Mayor is often seen sporting a signature dark blue...
Ilhan Omar posts 'cringey' video claiming Minnesota has 'defeated' ICE
Sign up here to our free, weekly DC Insider newsletter for a front-row seat to US politics See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy ALYSSA GUZMAN, US NEWS REPORTER Published: 16:36, 19 July 2026 | Updated: 16:38, 19 July 2026 e-mail View comments
‘I don’t regret it!’ Robert Jenrick refuses to withdraw brutal jibes when pressed on language in politics
Robert Jenrick has refused to withdraw a series of brutal jibes at his opponents when pressed on the use of appropriate language in politics. The Reform UK treasury spokesman was taken to task by GB News’s Camilla Tominey, who insisted “rhetoric does matter”. The pair were speaking after Reform pledged to provide £100million in security for all sitting MPs and prominent former MPs following the murder of Ann Widdecombe in what police have said was a “targeted attack”. Her death contributed to an...
Boris Johnson Holds Civil Servants Accountable for the 'Boriswave' Phenomenon in UK Politics
Former Prime Minister Boris Johnson has publicly blamed civil servants for the recent surge in public support known as the 'Boriswave'. This controversial statement has sparked renewed discussions on the accountability of government officials in shaping political narratives.
India’s cockroach politics is no joke
The Cockroach Janta Party has crept onto the political scene at a time when Indian democracy is struggling.
Trump speech ripple effects: From the Politics Desk
From the Politics DeskTrump speech ripple effects: From the Politics DeskPlus, a big campaign shake-up in Wisconsin. Listen to this article with a free profile00:0000:00Add NBC News to GoogleAmericans should have ‘confidence’ in accuracy of 2020 election: Ousted election commissioner23:46Get more newsLiveonShareAdd NBC News to GoogleJuly 17, 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...
Trump's Relentless Focus on 2020 Election Continues to Shape Political Landscape
Former President Donald Trump's persistent efforts to relitigate the 2020 election are raising concerns about their implications for the future of democracy. Amid economic challenges and mixed media reactions, Trump remains a polarizing figure in American politics.
Nigel Farage takes aim at 'political chameleon' Andy Burnham as he dismantles 'vacuous' acceptance speech
Nigel Farage has launched a fiery attack on new Labour leader Andy Burnham, branding his acceptance speech today "vacuous".Speaking at the CPAC Conference in London, the Reform UK leader accused the soon-to-be Prime Minister of being a "great chameleon of British politics".Poking fun at Mr Burnham's attire, Mr Farage began: "We're actually engaged in a battle for the very soul of our nation to define what we actually are, what we stand for, what our values are, because they're under attack in ju...
China rejects Trump’s claims of election interference as ‘pure fabrication’ – US politics live
Democrats also criticize speech as ‘lies and long-debunked conspiracies’Sign up for US News Breaking emailTrump makes unverified claims of China ‘election meddling’Hello and welcome to our live coverage of US politics.Donald Trump used a 25-minute primetime televised address on Thursday to make unverified claims about China interfering with the 2020 presidential election and cast extraordinary doubts on the integrity of the US electoral process. Continue reading...
3 big Senate fundraising takeaways: From the Politics Desk
From the Politics Desk3 big Senate fundraising takeaways: From the Politics DeskPlus, previewing Trump’s speech tonight. Listen to this article with a free profile00:0000:00Sen. Jon Ossoff, D-Ga.Tom Williams / CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty ImagesShareAdd NBC News to GoogleJuly 16, 2026, 5:10 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, Capitol Hill and the campaign tr...
'I was a puppet': How I found myself in the middle of the Watergate scandal and what really worries me about Washington now
'I was a puppet': How I found myself in the middle of the Watergate scandal and what really worries me about Washington nowPolitics is fast. We're faster. Sign up to the free weekly DC Insider newsletter for a front-row seat to Washington See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy NICK ALLEN, US NEWS EDITOR (POLITICS) Published: 20:44, 16 July 2026 | Updated: 20:47, 16 July 2026 e-mail View comments
Trump-backed Senate candidate is linked to white nationalist influencer – his son-in-law
Mike Collins’ son-in-law, David Alan Scheer II, has shared antisemitic conspiracies and Nazi imagery onlineUS politics live – latest updatesThe Republican Senate nominee in Georgia, Mike Collins, who has been plagued by a string of controversies in his time in public office, has close ties with a white nationalist influencer – his son-in-law, David Alan Scheer II – it has transpired.A trucking executive and one-time “Freedom caucus” conservative endorsed by Donald Trump, Collins has been the GOP...
Trump fires new US attorney in Seattle an hour after federal judges appoint him
Roger Rogoff’s was selected by panel of judges for top prosecutor job after interim US attorney’s term endedUS politics live – latest updatesDonald Trump fired the new top federal prosecutor in Seattle on Wednesday less than an hour after the attorney was unanimously appointed by the federal judges in the district, highlighting tensions between the courts and the president over the powerful positions.Roger Rogoff, a former judge and veteran state and federal prosecutor, was sworn in as US attorn...