James Carville argues one key mistake from Biden has left Democrats in disarray
Veteran Democratic strategist James Carville argued Sunday that former President Joe Biden’s refusal to drop out of the 2024 election earlier caused lasting damage to his party."So, the reason the Democratic Party is in the shape it is, is because Joe Biden wouldn't get out until July the 21st of the election year, alright?" Carville said on his "Politics War Room" podcast. "Had Joe Biden gotten out in October of 2023, we would have a Democratic president. Don't kid yourself." "And by the way,...
Senate Democrats block advancement of defense bill to protest Trump’s hostilities with Iran
Chuck Schumer says Republicans are ‘ignoring the nation’s most urgent national security crisis’ amid US exchange of fire with IranUS politics live – latest updatesSign up for the Breaking News US newsletter emailSenate Democrats on Tuesday blocked the advancement of a must-pass defense bill in protest of Donald Trump’s resumption of hostilities with Iran.The hold up of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) comes amid the fiercest exchange in fire between the countries in weeks, which has...
Review of MP security needed after Widdecombe death, Burnham says
Review of MP security needed after Widdecombe death, Burnham saysImage source, Getty ImagesByJames GregoryPolitical reporterPublished10 minutes agoA serious review of MPs' security is needed following the death of Ann Widdecombe, Andy Burnham has said.The former Greater Manchester mayor, who is expected to become prime minister next Monday, said politics had "darkened" in the decade he had been away from Westminster.He said he was "shocked to see how much security now has to be in place", but ad...
Top House Democrats vow to oppose bid to cut US military aid to Israel
House minority leader, Hakeem Jeffries, calls amendment ‘overly broad’ as party grapples with backlash over IsraelUS politics live – latest updatesTop House Democrats on Tuesday said they will oppose an effort to cut funding from Israel’s military, amid a rebellion from voters over US support for the Middle Eastern ally that has roiled recent primary elections.The party has been debating how to vote on an amendment that would halt $3.3bn in military aid for Israel, which Republican congressman T...
Trump's Controversial Decisions Shape Political Landscape Amid Ongoing Turmoil
Recent headlines surrounding former President Donald Trump highlight his contentious policies and legal challenges, including military actions against Iran and significant alterations to national monuments in Utah. As Trump grapples with legal setbacks and political ramifications, his influence remains a focal point in American politics.
Confidence in higher education slips after brief recovery, Gallup poll finds
Public confidence in American higher education has taken a fresh hit, erasing a brief period of recovery, as concerns over campus politics and financial value intensify, according to a new Gallup poll obtained by Fox News Digital.The latest data reveals that just 38% of U.S. adults maintain a "great deal" or "quite a lot" of confidence in higher education. The figure represents a noticeable drop from last year, when trust in the sector experienced a modest uptick to 42%."It's kind of the three t...
Platner's voters are reeling as Maine Democratic Party races to choose his replacement
Politics Platner's voters are reeling as Maine Democratic Party races to choose his replacement July 14, 20265:00 AM ET Tamara Keith Maine Senate hopeful, Democrat David Costello, speaks with a potential voter as he gathers signatures, required to be considered at the party's convention, in downtown Brunswick, Maine on July 12. Tamara Keith/NPR hide caption toggle caption Tamara Keith/NPR BRUNSWICK, Maine – On a sunny Sunday, Senate hopeful David Costello worked the sidewalk in downtown Brunswic...
Nigel Farage turned down taxpayer-funded security including bodyguard, car and driver last year – UK politics live
13m ago09.41 BSTGood morning. It didn’t last long. Yesterday afternoon in the House of Commons, as John Crace reports, there was a rare outburst of reasonableness as MPs debated the death of Ann Widdecombe. Earlier in the day Richard Tice, the Reform UK deputy leader, had been on social media claiming that the establishment wanted Nigel Farage dead and, after the police revealed counter-terrorism officers were now in charge of the murder investigation, demanding apologies all round from anyone w...
Robert Jenrick criticises government for not offering Nigel Farage earlier security meeting
Reform’s Treasury spokesperson said talks over party leader’s protection only happening ‘as a result’ of Ann Widdecombe’s deathUK politics live – latest updatesRobert Jenrick has criticised the government for not offering Nigel Farage a security meeting earlier, saying it has only happened “as a result” of the death of Ann Widdecombe.The Reform UK Treasury spokesperson claimed ministers had chosen not to give Farage the security “that he needed”, and had only agreed to arrange a meeting with the...
Fury as left-wing activist says 'a lot of people won't be grieving' death of Ann Widdecombe on Politics Live
Fury as left-wing activist says 'a lot of people won't be grieving' death of Ann Widdecombe on Politics LiveGot a story? Email patrick.harrington@dailymail.co.uk See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy PATRICK HARRINGTON, UK NEWS REPORTER Published: 08:30, 14 July 2026 | Updated: 08:31, 14 July 2026 e-mail
Trump's Recent Moves: From Military Strikes to Legal Battles and Environmental Controversies
In a series of contentious developments, former President Trump has been at the center of military actions in Iran, significant legal rulings regarding his IRS lawsuits, and controversial changes to national monuments. These events highlight the ongoing influence of Trump in U.S. politics as he navigates complex issues.
Newsom blasted by sheriff in his own backyard over California crime as victims cry foul
Gov. Gavin Newsom is taking fire from an unlikely critic in his own political backyard.With roughly a month left for California lawmakers to send legislation to the governor's desk, Sacramento County Sheriff Jim Cooper is accusing Sacramento of putting criminals ahead of victims, failing to fully implement voter-approved crime reforms and embracing policies that weaken accountability.Cooper unloaded on California's crime policies during a recent interview with KCRA 3's California Politics 360, w...
How Lindsey Graham’s death quickly changes a busy Senate: From the Politics Desk
From the Politics DeskHow Lindsey Graham’s death quickly changes a busy Senate: From the Politics DeskPlus, the latest on the war with Iran.Listen to this article with a free profile00:0000:00The U.S. Capitol Building on July 1.Kevin Carter / Getty Images fileShareAdd NBC News to GoogleJuly 13, 2026, 6:20 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...
On foreign policy, Graham's influence may have been felt the most
Politics On foreign policy, Graham's influence may have been felt the most July 13, 20264:05 PM ET Heard on All Things Considered By Barbara Sprunt On foreign policy, Graham's influence may have been felt the most Listen · 5:34 5:34 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed
GRAHAM GRANT: Forgive and forget? Not when the SNP's breach of trust is so egregious that it transcends the normal rules of politics
GRAHAM GRANT: Forgive and forget? Not when the SNP’s breach of trust is so egregious that it transcends the normal rules of politicsBy GRAHAM GRANT, SCOTTISH HOME AFFAIRS EDITOR Published: 19:52, 13 July 2026 | Updated: 19:56, 13 July 2026 e-mail View comments
Family shattered after 3-time deported illegal immigrant allegedly blew through stop sign, roiling House race
A sprawling, 25-county congressional district more than 2,000 miles from the Mexican border was thrust into the national immigration spotlight this month after a 6-year-old girl was killed in a crash allegedly caused by a three-time deported illegal immigrant with a history of driving while intoxicated.The economy usually dominates politics in North Carolina’s 1st congressional district, which consistently ranks among the nation’s poorest districts by poverty rate. But, that changed after six-ye...
‘Knocking you out was a huge joy’: reliving the dramas of England v Argentina in 1998 and 2002
How Diego Simeone, Michael Owen and Glenn Hoddle remember the two classic World Cup matches between historical rivalsAmid the acrimony, the wars, the deep history going back to the British invasions of 1806 and 1807, the hand of God and the boot of Beckham, there is also an acknowledgment from those closest to the struggle that England and Argentina make perfect footballing sparring partners.Described as the only trans-continental derby, a rivalry hewn in politics and history as well as football...
Reform UK triggers row over MPs’ safety – podcast
After Ann Widdecombe’s murder, Reform UK has criticised the Commons speaker Lindsay Hoyle and suggested its MPs are not given enough security. Pippa Crerar tells Kiran Stacey what Hoyle’s team have been telling herPlease keep sending your comments and questions to Pippa and Kiran at politicsweeklyuk@theguardian.comPlease follow and subscribe to the Politics Weekly YouTube channel here Continue reading...
How Spain can knock France off their 'World Cup favourites' perch
And so there were four. As it happens, the four still standing at this World Cup are the same quartet who sit atop FIFA's international food chain. A semi-final line-up for the ages. Aren't we lucky?Perhaps this was the inevitable outcome when the draw was seeded in a way that made it impossible for the top-rated nations to meet one another before this stage. But let's not dig into politics. Not now anyway. Two tantalising ties lie in wait, starting with France vs Spain on Tuesday.
Person killed in shooting involving ICE agents in Maine, reports say
Shooting occurs days after man killed by immigration agent during traffic stop in TexasUS politics live – latest updatesA person was killed on Monday in a shooting involving US immigration agents in Maine, media outlets reported citing a prominent state lawmaker, days after a man was killed by an immigration agent during a traffic stop in Texas.Media reports of the shooting in Biddeford, Maine, cited a post by the Maine state house’s speaker, Ryan Fecteau, on a personal Facebook page. Cont...