Adam Silver calls Caitlin Clark a 'political football' as the WNBA keeps dodging reality
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver is taking a notably passive approach to the safety of the WNBA's biggest superstar.Rather than directly addressing the repeated physical treatment of Clark, Silver seemed more interested in tamping down the controversy.On Thursday, as Silver addressed Clark's treatment at a CNBC Sports Summit in New York, the commish had an opportunity to demand greater accountability but instead argued that the Clark controversy has been fueled more by politics than by what is happe...
Jill Biden claims Joe would be ‘excoriated’ if he did what’s happening in current White House
Former first lady Jill Biden sat down with "The View" co-host Whoopi Goldberg in June to promote her memoir, "A View from the East Wing," and to discuss her life, politics, and media. Biden was asked about how the press covered her husband's presidential term, and she didn't hold back.Goldberg, who moderated the 92nd Street Y event in New York City last month, asked whether the former first lady believes the press covered former President Joe Biden's four years in office fairly.Hesitating in her...
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...
Federal officials probe whether White House teleprompter profited off Trump's words
Politics Federal officials probe whether White House teleprompter profited off Trump's words July 16, 20261:10 PM ET Bobby Allyn A person cleans the teleprompter before President Trump spoke at a conference in Miami Beach, Fla. on March 27, 2026. Mark Schiefelbein/Associated Press hide caption toggle caption Mark Schiefelbein/Associated Press Federal regulators are in settlement talks with President Trump's longtime teleprompter operator, who is alleged to have made nearly $100,000 on the predic...
Burnham too influenced by ‘vested interests’ to offer change, Polanski says
Exclusive: Green party launches pushback against idea that next PM will have more left-leaning agenda than StarmerUK politics live – latest updatesAndy Burnham is “too in hock to vested interests” to offer real change, Zack Polanski has said as the Greens launched a pushback against the incoming prime minister, portraying him as cautious and weak on such areas as wealth taxes, Gaza and rent controls.Under Polanski’s leadership the Green party in England and Wales has more than tripled its member...
How green is Andy Burnham? Britain’s next PM faces tough climate decisions
Heatwaves, high energy prices, calls for reindustrialisation and North Sea drilling are all high on the to-do listUK politics live – latest updatesWildfires cast a pall of smoke this week over Greater Manchester, whose former mayor Andy Burnham stands on the threshold of No 10. Amid three UK heatwaves so far this year, which have killed thousands of people in England and Wales, damaged harvests and left children crying in classrooms, the new prime minister’s plans for the climate crisis remain a...
UK government drops plan to stop paying coastguard volunteers
Move raises questions over position of the head of the Maritime and Coastguard AgencyUK politics live – latest updatesMinisters have U-turned on plans to strip volunteer coastguard officers of their hourly pay after coming in for intense criticism over the plan.The announcement, made by the maritime minister in parliament on Thursday, was described as a huge win for coastguards many of whom had said they would reduce their hours or leave the service altogether if the government had pushed ahead....
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...
Trump's Recent Actions and Statements Spark Controversy Ahead of Midterm Elections
As Trump continues to dominate headlines, his recent actions and remarks have raised significant concerns about their implications for the upcoming midterm elections. From escalating tensions with Iran to controversial domestic policies, the former President's influence remains a focal point in American politics.
Kai Trump says politics is 'not my thing,' hopes to inspire next generation through her vlogs
Kai Trump, the granddaughter of President Donald Trump who is set to play collegiate golf for the Miami Hurricanes, spoke at the ESPYs on Wednesday about showing her life through her video blog.Trump has given her followers and supporters of the president and inside look at what it’s like to be a part of the first family while she navigates her own life.ZERO BS. JUST DAKICH. TAKE THE DON'T @ ME PODCAST ON THE ROAD. DOWNLOAD NOW!"Honestly, I kind of stay out of politics completely. It’s just not...
Trump to meet Darline Graham at the White House today – US politics live
President will meet new Republican senator who has taken over the seat following the death of her brother Lindsey GrahamSign up for the Breaking News US emailHello and welcome to the US politics live blog.Donald Trump is due to meet Darline Graham - the sister of the late Republican senator Lindsey Graham, was sworn in to temporarily fill his Senate seat – later today.103 House Democrats voted to cut military aid to Israel as accusations that Israel’s government carried out a genocide in Gaza ar...
Meet Reginald Lal Singh, freedom fighter who became Star Trek captain
Born in British Guiana, Reginald Lal Singh's life was a tapestry woven across global landscapes. His early years among the Amazonian rainforest were followed by a heartfelt reunion with his mother. Transitioning to the United States, he delved into communist politics and actively supported India's quest for independence, partnering with VK Krishna Menon in London. Singh's multifaceted career even included acting in Hollywood and establishing the India-America Society.
US unleashes strikes near Tehran and targets a ship breaking the blockade as Trump threatens to 'finish it off'
US unleashes strikes near Tehran and targets a ship breaking the blockade as Trump threatens to 'finish it off'Politics 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 JACK TOLEDO Published: 06:56, 16 July 2026 | Updated: 06:58, 16 July 2026 e-mail View comments
Dimon shares list of leadership traits that he wants to see in JPMorgan's next CEO
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon detailed extensive leadership requirements for his successor. He emphasized a blend of analytical skills, work ethic, and human qualities. The next leader must navigate global politics and understand complex back-office functions. Dimon expressed confidence in the bank's deep talent pool for the transition. He currently has no immediate plans for retirement from his leadership role.
Argentina players hold banner claiming the Falkland Islands after knocking England out of the World Cup
Argentina players hold banner claiming the Falkland Islands after knocking England out of the World CupJANE FRYER: History, politics, national pride... for so many reasons, we won't EVER cry for you, Argentina See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy OLIVIA CHRISTIE, NEWS REPORTER Published: 22:42, 15 July 2026 | Updated: 02:36, 16 July 2026 e-mail 122 shares
Vance warns there will be a 'socialist president in this country' if GOP doesn't fix economy for young people
Vice President JD Vance warned during a Wednesday interview that if Republicans don’t fix the economic missteps of recent decades, young people will elect a socialist president.Podcaster Joe Rogan revealed during his interview with Vance on "The Joe Rogan Experience" that the rise of democratic socialists in politics has left him shaken, declaring, "Those f---ing people scare me."Vance replied by noting that in his book "Communion: Finding My Way Back to Faith," he laid out the historic norms of...
JANE FRYER: History, politics, national pride... for so many reasons, we won't EVER cry for you, Argentina
JANE FRYER: History, politics, national pride... for so many reasons, we won't EVER cry for you, ArgentinaREAD MORE: Argentina players hold banner claiming the Falkland Islands See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy JANE FRYER Published: 00:08, 16 July 2026 | Updated: 02:22, 16 July 2026 e-mail 21 View comments
Woke California medical school boss offers worrying answer when asked if only women can get pregnant at congressional hearing
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 KELLY GARINO, US REPORTER Published: 00:49, 16 July 2026 | Updated: 00:50, 16 July 2026 e-mail View comments