Starmer to admit he inadvertently gave MPs misleading information on Mandelson
PM to tell Commons he was himself misled and would ‘never knowingly mislead parliament or the public’UK politics live – latest updatesKeir Starmer is expected to admit he inadvertently gave MPs misleading information about Peter Mandelson’s vetting when he addresses the Commons.But his spokesperson said the prime minister would “never knowingly mislead parliament or the public” and that he was himself misled. Continue reading...
Trump tariff refund system set to launch in first step towards paying back $166bn in extra levies – US politics live
Trump administration to launch online portal on Monday after supreme court struck down tariff policy earlier this yearDonald Trump said US negotiators will be in Pakistan on Monday, and he again threatened to destroy its power plants and bridges if no deal is reached.Trump did not say who would lead the delegation, but a White House official said it was vice-president JD Vance. Continue reading...
Cabinet secretary apparently advised Starmer to wait for vetting before appointing Mandelson
Documents also show US ambassadorial appointment was offered ‘higher tiers’ briefing before vetting was finalisedUK politics live – latest updatesThe then cabinet secretary, Simon Case, appeared to advise Keir Starmer to complete security vetting for Peter Mandelson before announcing an appointment, documents reveal.The documents released last month by the Cabinet Office as part of the disclosures over the US ambassadorial appointment also show Mandelson was offered a “higher tiers” briefing bef...
West Bengal elections, politics and diplomacy: Why India’s foreign policy needs a federal front
If state governments are shaping foreign policy outcomes, they must also develop the capacity to engage with them
Michigan Democratic Senate candidate claims Israel 'just as evil' as Hamas
Abdul El-Sayed, a Muslim Democratic Senate candidate in Michigan, insisted that Israel is "just as evil" as the terror organization Hamas on Sunday."You said the Israeli government is evil, do you think they’re just as evil as Hamas?" CNN's Manu Raju asked El-Sayed on "Inside Politics.""Yes, killing tens of thousands of people makes you pretty damn evil," El-Sayed answered. "It’s not how evil is this one versus that one — Hamas: Evil, Israeli government: Evil. We can say both."MICHIGAN SENATE CA...
Brandi Glanville seeks help from Mark Cuban's Cost-Plus Drug Company, leading to drug prices
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'Nitish Kumar was compromised': Rahul's big claim on 'Sushasan Babu's' Bihar exit
Rahul Gandhi has attacked the NDA. He claimed Nitish Kumar was compromised during his Tamil Nadu campaign. Nitish Kumar recently moved to the Rajya Sabha. This marks a significant shift in Bihar politics. The BJP will now lead the government in Bihar. The NDA secured a landslide victory in the Bihar assembly elections.
U.S. Army sergeant's wife detained by ICE in Texas after immigration appointment
Exclusive Politics Wife of active-duty U.S. Army sergeant detained by ICE in Texas at immigration appointment By Camilo Montoya-Galvez Camilo Montoya-Galvez Immigration Correspondent Camilo Montoya-Galvez is the Immigration Correspondent at CBS News, where his reporting is featured across multiple programs and platforms, including national broadcast shows, CBS News 24/7, CBSNews.com and the organization's social media accounts. Read Full Bio Camilo Montoya-Galvez April 20, 2026 / 6:01 AM EDT / C...
House GOP touts record fundraising haul in first three months of 2026
Exclusive Politics House GOP's campaign arm touts record $47 million fundraising haul in first three months of 2026 By Fin Daniel Gómez Fin Daniel Gómez Political Director and Executive Director of Politics and White House, CBS News Fin Daniel Gómez is CBS News' political director and executive director, Politics and White House. In this role, Gómez oversees the daily White House and political coverage for CBS News and works closely with Washington bureau leadership t...
Data center disputes have been local. But the midterms might change that
Anger over the data center boom has spilled into politics with voters unseating local politicians who support them. It's become an issue hard to ignore in the midterm elections. (Image credit: Lexi Critchett/Bloomberg via Getty Images)
Under pressure Kash Patel claims FBI has ‘evidence’ that 2020 election was stolen from Trump: ‘Stay tuned this week’
NewsWorldAmericasUS politicsUnder pressure Kash Patel claims FBI has ‘evidence’ that 2020 election was stolen from Trump: ‘Stay tuned this week’Director rumored to be facing dismissal says he has ‘information that backs President Trump’s claim’ that Joe Biden’s victory over him was achieved by widespread fraudJoe Sommerlad Monday 20 April 2026 09:42 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","co...
Starmer could have been told about Mandelson’s vetting failure, claims No 10 with release of briefing paper – UK politics live
Downing Street takes unusual step of releasing document ahead of PM’s Commons showdown over Mandelson scandalJudgment day for PM over Mandelson scandalGood morning. There are occasions when a prime minister wakes up knowing that how they perform in the Commons that day will decide whether or not they keep their job – but they are very, very rare. The best example in modern times is Margaret Thatcher on the day of the Westland debate, when she told staff she would still be in post that evening. B...
Decode Politics: In Parliament, why Opposition cited J&K delimitation to target BJP govt
When constituencies in Jammu and Kashmir were restructured, the Opposition alleged that it was carried out to disempower ethnic Kashmiri-speaking Muslims, consolidate Hindu votes in Jammu, and consolidate Shia votes in Baramulla.
Michigan refuses to hand over 2024 election ballots to Trump administration
NewsWorldAmericasUS politicsMichigan refuses to hand over 2024 election ballots to Trump administrationThe Justice Department has suffered multiple legal setbacks in its pursuit of election-related recordsKatie Paul Monday 20 April 2026 08:56 BSTBookmarkCommentsGo to commentsBookmark popoverRemoved from bookmarksClose popover{"translations":{"comments":"Go to comments","share":"Share","copyLink":"Copy link","bookmark":"Bookmark","removeBookmark":"Remove bookmark"},"showComments":true,"showBookma...
Counterpoint: Philippines cannot afford romantic anti-development politics
Manila: Fiery attacks or protests against the Luzon Economic Corridor (LEC) and the idea of “Pax Silica” Initiative (PSI) tap into a familiar reflex in Philippine politics.Last week (April 2026), Manila signed up as the 13th member of PSI, resulting in the planned establishment of a "giant" 16 km² (4,000-acre) industrial hub within LEC in Luzon.For context, the 628.9 km² island of Polilio (about the same land area of Singapore) east off Luzon mainland is 42 times bigger than the p...
Has the U.S. Seizure of an Iranian Ship Doomed Peace Talks? | Insight with Haslinda Amin 04/20/2026
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Criticising DMK is entry route to politics: Stalin dismisses Vijay's attacks
Criticising DMK is entry route to politics Stalin dismisses Vijays attacks
Bengal elections 2026: PM Modi takes ‘jhalmuri break’ during campaign
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Strike on alleged drug boat kills 3 in Caribbean Sea, U.S. military says
Politics Strike on alleged drug boat kills 3 in Caribbean Sea, U.S. military says April 19, 2026 / 10:55 PM EDT / CBS/AP Add CBS News on Google The U.S. military said it launched another strike on a boat it accused of ferrying drugs in the Caribbean Sea, killing three people Sunday.The Trump administration's campaign of blowing up alleged drug-trafficking vessels in Latin American waters has persisted since early September and killed at least 181 people in total. Other strikes have taken place i...
Punjab Police issues SOP for sacrilege probe, prioritises religious sensibilities
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