Trump's Latest Moves: Navigating Tensions with Iran, NATO, and Domestic Politics
Former President Donald Trump is in the spotlight once again as he navigates critical international relations and domestic political issues. His recent meetings and decisions have sparked discussions across various fronts, from military actions against Iran to voting reforms.
Experts warn Trump is playing politics with US intelligence
Former officials warn that Trump's intelligence overhaul risks politicising national security.
Sunny Hostin called out by fellow 'View' co-host for prior support of Platner in tense exchange
"The View" co-host Sunny Hostin was called out on Tuesday by fellow co-host Alyssa Farah Griffin for instances where she has stood by her initial support for embattled Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner. During a discussion of the most recent Platner allegations, co-host Sara Haines slammed liberals for backing him because he's a Democrat. "It is a disgusting time in politics where we decide what we're willing to morally accept based on the jersey you're wearing, and if you are one of those p...
Trump's Controversial Statements and Actions Ahead of NATO Summit: A Political Landscape Overview
As the NATO summit commences, Donald Trump reignites debates on international relations, U.S. alliances, and domestic policies. From territorial claims to criticisms of allies, Trump's latest actions reflect his ongoing influence in American politics.
NYT columnist says she 'deeply' regrets praising Senate hopeful after rape allegation
New York Times opinion columnist Michelle Goldberg says she "deeply" regrets an earlier column praising Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner, writing that a rape allegation against him led her to conclude he appears "significantly worse" than the online criticism she had previously dismissed.Goldberg, who profiled Platner favorably during his rise in Maine Democratic politics, revisited her assessment in a new column after Platner's former girlfriend accused him of rape, an allegation he h...
'Desperate stunt!' Keir Starmer accuses Nigel Farage of calling snap by-election for 'personal gain'
Sir Keir Starmer has accused Nigel Farage of committing a "desperate stunt" as he slammed the Reform UK leader. Speaking to reporters at a Nato summit in Ankara, Turkey, the Prime Minister slammed the party leader for declaring a by-election purely for his "personal gain."The Prime Minister said: “This is a desperate stunt from Nigel Farage. It’s obvious why he is doing it. He is up to his neck in sleaze."Politics should be about improving the lives of millions of people, not about personal gain...
Burnham urged to ditch ‘dangerous’ UK-US NHS drug deal
Exclusive: health groups call on expected next prime minister to rip up agreement, which analysis suggests could lead to 229,000 excess deaths by 2036UK politics live – latest updatesAndy Burnham is being urged to scrap the controversial UK-US trade deal on medicines as health organisations and doctors’ groups warn it is “dangerous” and prioritises pharmaceutical company profits over the lives of NHS patients.Ministers have defended the agreement, signed last December, as a way of helping Britis...
Nigel Farage quits as MP amid scrutiny over finances
Farage was under pressure over undeclared gifts, including from crypto gambler and fraudster George CottrellUK politics live – latest updatesNigel Farage has resigned as the member of parliament for Clacton after he came under pressure over his failure to declare gifts from wealthy supporters.The Reform UK leader is facing a standards inquiry after he did not make public a £5m gift from the billionaire crypto investor Christopher Harborne before the last election. Continue reading...
Graham Platner faces calls to leave Maine Senate race after sexual assault allegation
Politics Graham Platner faces calls to leave Maine Senate race after sexual assault allegation July 7, 20266:44 AM ET Heard on Morning Edition By Elena Moore , A Martínez Graham Platner faces calls to leave Maine Senate race after sexual assault allegation Audio will be available later today.
Key Democratic figures call on Graham Platner to ‘immediately’ withdraw from Senate race – US politics live
Maine’s party leadership calls for Platner to withdraw after after sexual assault allegation emergesHello and welcome to the US politics live blog.Maine’s Democratic party leadership has called for US Senate candidate Graham Platner to withdraw from the race, as the scandal-hit Marine veteran loses support from his previously most vocal backers.Trump’s latest attempt to delay payment of a $5.8m judgment for defaming a magazine columnist whom a jury determined he sexually abused has been emphatic...
‘Serious consequences’: Farage attacks Sky News after question about George Cottrell
Reform UK leader confronts journalist after question about gifts from friend and convicted fraudsterUK politics live – latest updatesNigel Farage has said Sky News bosses face “serious consequences” in an outburst triggered by questions over fresh revelations about his finances.The Reform UK leader has faced renewed scrutiny after the Sunday Times revealed he had received funding from his longtime ally, the convicted fraudster George Cottrell. Continue reading...
Trump's NATO pressure campaign continues as summit begins
Politics Trump's NATO pressure campaign continues as summit begins July 7, 20265:00 AM ET By Fatma Tanis , Danielle Kurtzleben U.S. President Donald Trump (R) and NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte (L) appear during a meeting in the Oval Office of the White House on June 24, 2026 in Washington, DC. Andrew Harnik/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Andrew Harnik/Getty Images Just days before his arrival in Turkey for the annual NATO summit, President Trump made it clear that in his mind, he...
Labour asks Electoral Commission to investigate claims Farage broke electoral law by not disclosing gifts – UK politics live
Parliamentary authorities are already looking into a £5m donation to the Reform Uk leader from the crypto billionaire Christopher HarborneGood morning. One of the reasons why Nigel Farage, the Reform UK leader, is relatively popular is because he presents as genial and good-natured. A rather different Farage was on display last night, after he angrily berated a Sky News cameraman who doorstepped him as he arrived back in the UK off a flight from the US. Farage also accused Sky News of harassing...
Democrats look to oust Graham Platner over sex assault allegation as Senate hopeful weighs dropping out and Fetterman leads chorus for him to step aside
Politics is fast. We're faster. Sign up to the DC Insider newsletter for a front-row seat to American politics... and unlock 3 FREE months of DailyMail+ HERE See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy VICTORIA CHURCHILL, US POLITICAL REPORTER and STEPHEN M. LEPORE, US SENIOR REPORTER Published: 06:48, 7 July 2026 | Updated: 06:48, 7 July 2026 e-mail View comments
A shambolic end for the American dream - did Balogun saga play a part?
Mauricio Pochettino says he feels "disappointed with too many people" who brought "politics and manipulation" into the game as the US' World Cup exit was dominated by talk of Folarin Balogun's availability.
Platner's latest accuser 'couldn't disagree more' with those who accuse her of being motivated by politics
A woman who made bombshell allegations against Democratic Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner is rejecting claims that she came forward for political reasons on Monday.Jenny Racicot told CNN's Jake Tapper that she decided to come forward because she felt that "there are a lot of men in this world relying on the silence of women to be where they are, and I don't want to contribute to that."When Tapper pressed her on the potential blowback from Platner supporters who claim that she was motivated...
RICHARD LITTLEJOHN: Andy Capp's playing Fantasy Football politics in a very undemocratic coup
RICHARD LITTLEJOHN: Andy Capp's playing Fantasy Football politics in a very undemocratic coupREAD MORE: Jitters across Whitehall as Andy Burnham refuses to name his new cabinet See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy RICHARD LITTLEJOHN Published: 22:49, 6 July 2026 | Updated: 23:57, 6 July 2026 e-mail 4 View comments
Jitters across Whitehall as Andy Burnham refuses to name his new cabinet
Jitters across Whitehall as Andy Burnham refuses to name his new cabinetREAD MORE: RICHARD LITTLEJOHN: Andy Capp's playing Fantasy Football politics in a very undemocratic coupSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy JASON GROVES, POLITICAL EDITOR Published: 23:05, 6 July 2026 | Updated: 23:09, 6 July 2026 e-mail View comments
Bruce Springsteen reignites Trump feud, says 'critical patriotism' defines a patriot
Bruce Springsteen is wading into politics once again.A longtime foe of President Donald Trump and his administration, The Boss delved into his definition of true patriotism during his recent PBS special, "Bruce Springsteen: Finding America in Song.""I believe in critical patriotism," Springsteen said. "I believe that’s the definition of a patriot, you know, that you love your country so much that you are willing to look at it clearly, recognize its faults, encourage it to be a better place, and...
Who is Turkey's Erdoğan? How NATO's most unpredictable leader keeps reinventing himself
As President Donald Trump heads to Ankara, Turkey, for the upcoming NATO summit, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is again at the center of alliance politics. Trump has praised Erdoğan as "a friend" and "a respected leader," underscoring a relationship that could shape defense talks between Washington and Turkey, including Turkey’s long-running effort to restore deeper military cooperation. The moment highlights the remarkable position Erdoğan occupies today: Once regarded as one of NATO’s...