The Rise of DAC: How a New Generation of Democratic Leaders is Shaping the Future of American Politics
The Democratic Party is witnessing a transformative shift with the emergence of Democratic Accountability Coalition (DAC), a group that echoes the progressive ideals of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC). As DAC gains momentum, the implications for the party and the 2024 elections are significant.
Democratic socialists’ battleground test: From the Politics Desk
From the Politics DeskDemocratic socialists’ battleground test: From the Politics DeskPlus, Pete Buttigieg is back on the campaign trail. And digging into Michael Whatley’s bio in the North Carolina Senate race. Listen to this article with a free profile00:0000:00Add NBC News to GoogleKornacki: Democratic socialist movement has ‘limits’ despite Mamdani-backed candidates’ wins16:17Get more newsLiveonShareAdd NBC News to GoogleJune 25, 2026, 5:00 PM EDTBy The Politics DeskWelcome to From the Polit...
Simmering feud between Ted Cruz and JD Vance explodes: New presidential plot sparks laughter, cruel nickname and 'bedwetting' slur from White House insiders
Simmering feud between Ted Cruz and JD Vance explodes: New presidential plot sparks laughter, cruel nickname and 'bedwetting' slur from White House insidersSign up to our weekly US politics newsletterBy CHARLIE SPIERING, US POLITICAL REPORTER Published: 20:50, 25 June 2026 | Updated: 20:50, 25 June 2026 e-mail View comments
The vicious Situation Room ambush that exposed the bitter feud between two of Trump's cockiest Cabinet members
The vicious Situation Room ambush that exposed the bitter feud between two of Trump's cockiest Cabinet membersSPECIAL OFFER: Sign up for our weekly US politics newsletter and get three FREE months of DailyMail+ HERE See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy NIKKI SCHWAB, CHIEF CAMPAIGN CORRESPONDENT Published: 20:46, 25 June 2026 | Updated: 20:46, 25 June 2026 e-mail View comments
Which political figure would you like to attend a World Cup match with? Have your say in the DC Insider poll
Which political figure would you like to attend a World Cup match with? Have your say in the DC Insider pollSPECIAL OFFER: Sign up for our weekly US politics newsletter and get three FREE months of DailyMail+ HERE See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy NIKKI SCHWAB, CHIEF CAMPAIGN CORRESPONDENT Published: 20:40, 25 June 2026 | Updated: 20:40, 25 June 2026 e-mail View comments
Iran's suicide drone strike on US-ally threatens Trump's fragile peace in Strait of Hormuz
Iran's suicide drone strike on US-ally threatens Trump's fragile peace in Strait of HormuzSPECIAL OFFER: Sign up to our weekly US politics newsletter and get three FREE months of DailyMail+ HERESee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy PHILLIP NIETO, US POLITICAL REPORTER Published: 20:29, 25 June 2026 | Updated: 20:29, 25 June 2026 e-mail View comments
Unison endorses Ed Milband for chancellor under a Burnham government
Exclusive: Trade union backs energy secretary to replace Rachel Reeves, but two other big unions are opposedUK politics live – latest updatesBritain’s biggest trade union has endorsed Ed Miliband for chancellor, as the race to take over the Treasury under a potential Andy Burnham government intensifies.Unison has become the most high-profile organisation to back the current energy secretary, who is one of two frontrunners to replace Rachel Reeves in No 11, but who is being opposed by two other m...
Donald Trump Critiques Andy Burnham: A Deep Dive into Liberal Politics in the UK
In a recent statement, Donald Trump labeled UK politician Andy Burnham as 'extremely liberal,' igniting discussions about the political climate in the UK. This remark comes amidst ongoing debates around governance and social policies in the country.
Trump to meet House speaker in attempt to break legislative gridlock – US politics live
Trump suddenly scrapped the signing of a pivotal bipartisan housing bill yesterday, demanding the Senate pass his voter ID bill Hello and welcome to the US politics live blog.A dramatic day is in store in Washington DC as Donald Trump heads for a crucial meeting with Mike Johnson, the House speaker, in an attempt to break a legislative gridlock as huge political fireworks have detonated on Capitol Hill far ahead of anything resembling a Fourth of July celebration.Maryland’s Democratic US Senator...
‘Act on the evidence outside the window’: Andy Burnham urged to stick to net zero targets if he becomes PM
Mayor of Manchester is coming under pressure from some to ditch net zero targets but this could be highly damaging on many levelsUK politics live – latest updatesBritain’s net zero economy is booming. The sector is worth £100bn a year to the UK, has outpaced other sectors, and supports higher-paying jobs than the average.For a union leader to suggest that the man who has overseen this impressive record – the energy secretary, Ed Miliband – would be a “noose around the neck” of job creation, as U...
Trump's Tumultuous Week: From Iran Controversies to Housing Bill Cancellations
In a week filled with significant political maneuvers, former President Donald Trump has made headlines with his controversial decisions and statements, impacting both domestic and international affairs. As America kicks off its 250th celebration, Trump's influence remains a polarizing force in U.S. politics.
Reform UK plan to target EU nationals based in Britain ‘absolutely outrageous’
Exclusive: Rights group says Nigel Farage’s party is reneging on promises made during the Brexit referendum campaignUK politics live – latest updatesEU nationals based permanently in the UK have expressed alarm over a Reform UK plan to target their rights to accommodation and employment, saying the policy is a betrayal of promises made in the Brexit referendum 10 years ago.Under updated migration policies, Nigel Farage’s party would evict all overseas nationals from social housing and make it no...
Trump vs. Senate: The Unraveling Alliance and Its Impact on American Politics
Tensions between former President Donald Trump and Senate Republicans have reached a boiling point, threatening the GOP's unity ahead of crucial elections. This fallout raises questions about the future of Trump’s influence and the Senate’s legislative agenda.
Reeves backs Burnham to be PM despite reports she may be offered only junior role
Allies of Reeves lobby to keep her as chancellor as the ‘stable’ choice while Wes Streeting and Ed Miliband also in the pictureUK politics live – latest updatesRachel Reeves has given her support to Andy Burnham to be the next prime minister, despite reports that she is likely to be moved out of the role of chancellor if he becomes the next Labour leader.The chancellor told the BBC she and Burnham were friends and did not appear to rule out accepting a more junior cabinet position. “I’m supporti...
Reeves hints she accepts Burnham will not keep her as chancellor – UK politics live
Reeves refused to say whether she would accept a more junior job in cabinet if Burnham offered her oneGood morning. Rachel Reeves now seems to resigned to losing her job as chancellor when Andy Burnham becomes PM, probably three weeks tomorrow. She had reportedly been angling to stay in post, but she has given an interview to the BBC with a tone that is distinctly valedictory.Reeves says she is backing Burnham to be the next PM. Asked why she did not stand in Downing Street to hear Keir Starmer’...
A tale of two Democratic parties: From the Politics Desk
From the Politics DeskA tale of two Democratic parties: From the Politics DeskPlus, Trump slams the brakes on a bipartisan housing bill.Add NBC News to GoogleKornacki: Democratic socialist movement has ‘limits’ despite Mamdani-backed candidates’ wins16:17Get more newsLiveonShareAdd NBC News to GoogleJune 24, 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 analysis from the White House, Ca...
Australia politics live: boom in home batteries means fewer new transmission lines will be needed, models show
Aemo modelling shows electricity use will nearly double by 2050. Follow today’s news liveGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastGood morning and welcome to our live politics blog. I’m Martin Farrer with the top overnight stories and then it will be Krishani Dhanji with the main action.There will be plenty of politics to come but we start with good news: thanks to the recent boom in batteries connected to the national power grid, we’re going to save money on new transmission l...
Big tech spent millions on a single US congressional race. It won’t be the last time
Pro- and anti-AI groups spent $24m on a congressional contest in New York, but it’s unclear to what endUS politics live – latest updatesWhen the Democratic primary for New York’s 12th congressional district was called on Tuesday night, the result capped off one of the most expensive races of its kind in the state’s history. More than $24m poured into the Manhattan contest from tech-backed financial groups as the campaign turned into a battleground for pro- and anti-AI groups to test their influe...
Andy Burnham's 'coronation' as Prime Minister will leave Britons 'shortchanged', Tory MP warns: 'No one knows who he is!'
Andy Burnham's likely "coronation" as the new Prime Minister will make Britons "shortchanged", a Conservative MP has warned.Speaking to GB News, Ben Obese-Jecty stressed that "nobody outside the Westminster bubble knows who he is".Arguing that Mr Burnham will "never be more popular than he was on Monday when he arrived", the MP told GB News: "He's already less popular today than he was on Monday and it's only going to continue to go downhill because that is the nature of politics."Let's assume t...
Trump rages after four Republican 'losers' voted to rip his Iran war powers away in stunning rebuke
Trump rages after four Republican 'losers' voted to rip his Iran war powers away in stunning rebukeSPECIAL OFFER: Sign up to our weekly US politics newsletter and get three FREE months of DailyMail+ HERESee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy BREANNE DEPPISCH, US SENIOR POLITICAL REPORTER Published: 14:02, 24 June 2026 | Updated: 14:03, 24 June 2026 e-mail View comments