Trump DOJ Claims Alleged UFC ‘Assassination’ Plot Justifies Building His Ballroom
BreakingBusinessTrump DOJ Claims Alleged UFC ‘Assassination’ Plot Justifies Building His BallroomByAlison Durkee,Forbes Staff. Alison is a senior news reporter covering US politics and legal news.Follow AuthorJun 17, 2026, 12:20pm EDTToplineThe Trump administration told a federal appeals court Tuesday that an alleged effort to attack the UFC event at the White House proves why the government should be allowed to build a new White House ballroom, as the court weighs whether to halt construction o...
World leaders squirm as swaggering Trump shows up late to G7 and declares: 'I'm the boss'
World leaders squirm as swaggering Trump shows up late to G7 and declares: 'I'm the boss' Sign up to our weekly US politics newsletter + snag a FREE Mail + subscriptionSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy ELINA SHIRAZI, US SENIOR POLITICAL REPORTER Published: 17:14, 17 June 2026 | Updated: 17:15, 17 June 2026 e-mail View comments
Trump forced JD Vance to listen to Rupert Murdoch deliver his chilly 2028 verdict to his face
Trump forced JD Vance to listen to Rupert Murdoch deliver his chilly 2028 verdict to his faceSPECIAL OFFER: Sign up to 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 CHASE HOPE, POLITICAL REPORTER FOR THE DAILY MAIL Published: 16:18, 17 June 2026 | Updated: 16:21, 17 June 2026 e-mail View comments
Trump’s Iran Deal Blasted By All Sides As ‘Incredibly Foolish . . . Much Bigger Than A Mistake’
BreakingBusinessTrump’s Iran Deal Blasted By All Sides As ‘Incredibly Foolish . . . Much Bigger Than A Mistake’BySara Dorn,Forbes Staff. Sara Dorn is a Forbes news reporter who covers politics.Follow AuthorJun 17, 2026, 11:14am EDTToplineThe U.S. deal to end the war in Iran was widely panned across the political spectrum in the wake of reports suggesting it heavily favors Iran and leaves the regime better off than it was before the war. President Donald Trump speaks during a bilateral meeting wi...
Pauline Hanson’s speech ‘shameful’ and echoed ‘rubbish’ from rightwing figures in UK and US, critics say
Labor minister says Australians would lose their jobs and wages would go down if One Nation’s policies became lawGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastPauline Hanson has been roundly condemned for her National Press Club speech, with advocacy groups accusing the One Nation leader of using “hatred for political gain” while the Greens say Hanson is echoing “rubbish” lines from rightwing figures in the UK and US.In Hanson’s first address after 20 years in politics, the leader c...
Trump pulls the rug on Tulsi Gabbard's replacement in menacing power play as he punishes Senate with Bill Pulte
Trump pulls the rug on Tulsi Gabbard's replacement in menacing power play as he punishes Senate with Bill Pulte SPECIAL 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 VICTORIA CHURCHILL, US POLITICAL REPORTER Published: 15:58, 17 June 2026 | Updated: 15:58, 17 June 2026 e-mail View comments
Trump's Bold Moves on Iran and Domestic Politics: A Comprehensive Overview
In a series of recent developments, former President Trump has made headlines with his assertive stance on Iran and significant changes in U.S. defense manufacturing. As tensions rise, Trump's actions are reshaping both foreign relations and domestic political landscapes.
President Trump calls to delay nomination of intel pick Jay Clayton
Politics President Trump calls to delay nomination of intel pick Jay Clayton June 17, 20267:18 AM ET Eric McDaniel Clayton will appear before the Senate Intelligence Committee on Wednesday for a confirmation hearing to be Director of National Intelligence. Above, Clayton testifies before the Senate Banking Committee during his confirmation hearing to be chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 23, 2017. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Chip Somodevilla...
With Iran deal, Trump told ships to 'start your engines.' That's not happening yet
Politics With Iran deal, Trump told ships to 'start your engines.' That's not happening yet June 17, 20265:00 AM ET Tom Bowman In this picture obtained from Iran's ISNA news agency, residents fish from the shore as cargo and commercial vessels lie at anchor in the Strait of Hormuz off Bandar Abbas on June 8. Amirhossein Khorgooei/ISNA/AFP via Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Amirhossein Khorgooei/ISNA/AFP via Getty Images With the announcement of an agreement to extend a ceasefire and re...
Trump's Iran agreement dominates G7 but big questions remain
Politics Trump's Iran agreement dominates G7 but big questions remain June 17, 20265:00 AM ET Deepa Shivaram British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, President Trump, Kenya's President William Ruto and French President Emmanuel Macron pose for a photo during the G7 summit on June 16 in Evian-les-Bains, France. Isabel Infantes/Pool/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Isabel Infantes/Pool/Getty Images President Trump has spent much of his time at the G7 summit touting his tentative agreement with...
Channelling Trump and deriding journalists: five key moments from Pauline Hanson’s Press Club speech
One Nation leader uses platform to rail against multiculturalism, the media and the climate change ‘hoax’ Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastA nationally televised address to the National Press Club was perhaps the clearest proof yet of Pauline Hanson’s arrival in the mainstream of Australian politics.The One Nation leader used the platform to rail against multiculturalism, the climate change “hoax” and the media in a...
DC on cusp of electing socialist mayor to go head-to-head with Trump in battle for control of the capital
DC on cusp of electing socialist mayor to go head-to-head with Trump in battle for control of the capitalSPECIAL 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: 05:10, 17 June 2026 | Updated: 05:14, 17 June 2026 e-mail View comments
Trump's battered Alabama pick Barry Moore survives vicious 'stolen valor' scandal involving his WIFE to clinch Senate nomination
Trump's battered Alabama pick Barry Moore survives vicious 'stolen valor' scandal involving his WIFE to clinch Senate nomination SPECIAL 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 VICTORIA CHURCHILL, US POLITICAL REPORTER Published: 02:52, 17 June 2026 | Updated: 02:52, 17 June 2026 e-mail View comments
Billionaire Rick Jackson Upsets Trump-Backed Burt Jones In Georgia GOP Governor Runoff
BreakingBusinessBillionaire Rick Jackson Upsets Trump-Backed Burt Jones In Georgia GOP Governor RunoffBySara Dorn,Forbes Staff. Sara Dorn is a Forbes news reporter who covers politics.Follow AuthorJun 16, 2026, 09:51pm EDTToplineBillionaire Rick Jackson defeated heavily favored Lt. Gov. Burt Jones in Tuesday’s Republican gubernatorial runoff in Georgia after spending more than $100 million on his own campaign, breaking state records. Republican gubernatorial candidate Rick Jackson speaks at his...
Trump's grip on Georgia SNAPS as billionaire Rick Jackson barrels his way through MAGA in jaw-dropping upset
Trump's grip on Georgia SNAPS as billionaire Rick Jackson barrels his way through MAGA in jaw-dropping upsetSPECIAL 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 NIKKI SCHWAB, CHIEF CAMPAIGN CORRESPONDENT Published: 02:27, 17 June 2026 | Updated: 02:32, 17 June 2026 e-mail View comments
Georgia Rep. Collins will challenge Ossoff in high-profile Senate matchup
Elections Georgia Rep. Collins will challenge Ossoff in high-profile Senate matchup June 16, 20268:38 PM ET Stephen Fowler Rep. Mike Collins, Georgia's Republican U.S. Senate nominee, speaks to supporters on May 19 in Jackson, Ga. Jason Allen/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Jason Allen/Getty Images Stay up to date with our Politics newsletter, sent weekly. ATLANTA — Republican Rep. Mike Collins has won a primary election runoff and will challenge incumbent Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff in...
Scandal-plagued congressman defies nervous Trump political operation and storms into showdown with Jon Ossoff
Scandal-plagued congressman defies nervous Trump political operation and storms into showdown with Jon OssoffSPECIAL OFFER: Sign up to 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 JON MICHAEL RAASCH, WHITE HOUSE CORRESPONDENT Published: 01:20, 17 June 2026 | Updated: 01:22, 17 June 2026 e-mail View comments
Reform Party Faces Uphill Battle in Makerfield By-Election, Insider Reveals
Internal data from the Reform Party indicates a likely loss in the upcoming Makerfield by-election, raising questions about its future in local politics. This revelation comes as the party attempts to consolidate support amid increasing competition from other political factions.
Hillary Clinton savages Biden's 'terrible mistake' of running again and reveals how 2024 should've played out
Hillary Clinton savages Biden's 'terrible mistake' of running again and reveals how 2024 should've played outSPECIAL 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: 23:39, 16 June 2026 | Updated: 23:40, 16 June 2026 e-mail View comments
JD Vance rips Trump critics and defends Iran war to 'black-pilled' Megyn Kelly fans in fiery exchange
JD Vance rips Trump critics and defends Iran war to 'black-pilled' Megyn Kelly fans in fiery exchangeSPECIAL OFFER: Sign up to 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 CHARLIE SPIERING, US POLITICAL REPORTER Published: 22:17, 16 June 2026 | Updated: 22:19, 16 June 2026 e-mail View comments