How Jacinta Allan can walk away with a $200,000 annual taxpayer-funded pension after quitting as Victorian Premier
How Jacinta Allan can walk away with a $200,000 annual taxpayer-funded pension when she leaves politicsJacinta Allan stepped down as Victoria PremierShe did not clarify if she will entirely retireREAD MORE: Inside the rise of Ben CarrollSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy ASHLEY NICKEL, NEWS REPORTER, AUSTRALIA Published: 10:43, 28 July 2026 | Updated: 10:47, 28 July 2026 e-mail View comments
Labour Party Surges Ahead of Reform UK in Latest Poll: A Shift in British Politics
In a striking turn of events, the Labour Party has reclaimed its lead over Reform UK for the first time in over a year, signaling a potential shift in the political landscape of the United Kingdom. This latest poll showcases changing voter sentiments ahead of the upcoming elections.
John Fetterman stuns with four-word comeback after viral 'ogre' jab
John Fetterman stuns with four-word comeback after viral ‘ogre’ jab Politics is fast. We're faster. Sign up to the free weekly DC Insider newsletter for a front-row seat to WashingtonSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy CHASE HOPE, POLITICAL REPORTER FOR THE DAILY MAIL and JON MICHAEL RAASCH, WHITE HOUSE CORRESPONDENT Published: 22:00, 27 July 2026 | Updated: 22:01, 27 July 2026 e-mail View comments
Can Susan Collins defy political gravity again?: From the Politics Desk
From the Politics DeskCan Susan Collins defy political gravity again?: From the Politics DeskPlus, oil prices drop as the U.S. and Iran pause strikes. Listen to this article with a free profile00:0000:00Add NBC News to GoogleKornacki: Which states Democrats ‘have to win’ for control of Congress04:26Get more newsLiveonShareAdd NBC News to GoogleJuly 27, 2026, 5:00 PM EDTBy The Politics DeskWelcome to From the Politics Desk, a daily newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest re...
Mitch McConnell still not cleared to resume Senate duties, office says
Kentucky senator has been absent and not seen in public since mid-June after he was hospitalized due to a fallUS politics live – latest updatesUS senator Mitch McConnell is still not cleared to return to work, his office confirmed on Monday, six weeks after he was hospitalized after a fall at his home.An update released alongside a new photograph of the Republican lawmaker – one of the highest-profile figures in Congress, as former Senate majority leader – said he was undergoing “intense physica...
Trump's Latest Moves: From Tariffs to Voting Rights and Controversies
In recent days, former President Donald Trump has made headlines with a mix of policy shifts and personal controversies. From the suspension of military actions against Iran to new tariff strategies and legal battles over voting rights, Trump's influence remains prominent in American politics.
'Politics has become corrupted': Siddaramaiah says won't contest 2028 Karnataka polls
Senior Congress leader Siddaramaiah will not contest the 2028 Karnataka assembly elections. He cited advancing age and declining health as primary reasons for this decision. Siddaramaiah also expressed concerns about growing corruption within the political field. He stated that he will remain active in public life and serve the people. The veteran leader has dedicated five decades to public service and public life.
Trump's Latest Moves: From Insults to Controversial Orders and Legal Challenges
In a series of controversial actions and statements, former President Donald Trump has made headlines, from hurling insults at a correspondents' dinner to ordering warning signs at the Smithsonian. These events reflect ongoing tensions in American politics, particularly between Trump and blue states.
Trump returns to correspondents' dinner 3 months after shooting
Politics Trump returns to correspondents' dinner 3 months after shooting July 25, 20261:04 AM ET By The Associated Press President Donald Trump attends the White House Correspondents' Association Dinner, at the Waldorf Astoria Washington DC, Friday, July 24, 2026, in Washington, with with WHCA president Weijia Jiang, right and White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt. Rod Lamkey/AP Photo hide caption toggle caption Rod Lamkey/AP Photo President Donald Trump returned to the rescheduled White...
Democrats accuse Trump of using forced labor as ‘convenient’ justification for tariffs
US president faced criticism after officials announced tariffs of between 10% and 12.5% on more than 80 countriesUS politics live – latest updatesDonald Trump has been accused of using forced labor as “a pretext” to impose a fresh wave of tariffs on dozens of countries, as critics warned of higher prices for Americans.The US president faced swift criticism from Democrats after his officials presented their latest effort to make his signature economic policy permanent following a string of high-p...
Trump’s new tariffs ‘a sales tax that will make life harder for Americans’, say Democrats – US politics live
Even some Republicans apparently expressing concern over measures against 85 countriesSign up for the US Breaking News emailHello and welcome to the US politics live blog.Donald Trump’s move to impose a fresh round of tariffs on more than 80 countries has drawn criticism from both Democratic politicians and his own allies.If he was serious, he would not be applying the same tariff rate to China, one of the worst forced labor abusers in the world, as he does to countries like Australia. Then agai...
Andy Burnham’s Number 10 North changes the postcode, but not the politics
As Andy Burnham moves part of Downing Street to Manchester, Scotland and Wales are asking what it means for devolution.
Andy Burnham to spend first working day at new No 10 North in Manchester – UK politics live
PM will chair the inaugural meeting of the national economic council that will aim to shift economic decision-making away from LondonAndy Burnham will hold his first meeting in No 10 North in Manchester today, the new branch of Downing Street in the north-west that the prime minister has described as “the biggest rebalancing of power our country has seen”.He will chair the inaugural meeting of the national economic council [NEC], a cabinet committee first launched in 2008 by Gordon Brown in res...
The Hegseth budget: defense secretary’s $1.5tn ask reveals military-industrial chaos
The Pentagon head proposed a 44% increase – to second world war levels – while ‘woke’ programs are guttedUS politics live – latest updatesWhen the ‘“department of government efficiency” was raging unchecked through the federal government in February 2025, the US defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, ordered his subordinates to find cuts of 8% a year for the next five years, theoretically trimming a total of $340m from the Pentagon budget.The disclosure briefly sent Palantir and defense stocks tanking...
US House passes war powers resolution directing Trump to withdraw US military from Iran
Resolution, which comes after similar one in June, is largely symbolic, as Trump administration says it’s unconstitutionalUS politics live – latest updatesThe US House of Representatives on Thursday for the second time passed a war powers resolution directing Donald Trump to withdraw the US military from the conflict with Iran, amid renewed fighting in the Middle East that has driven oil prices to their highest levels in weeks.The resolution proposed by Democrat Pramila Jayapal passed by a 214-2...
Republicans in Congress Urge Justice Department to Investigate Former Prosecutor Jack Smith
Politics Republicans in Congress Urge Justice Department to Investigate Former Prosecutor Jack Smith July 23, 202610:12 AM ET Carrie Johnson Former US special counsel Jack Smith leaves after testifying before the House Judiciary Committee about his investigations into President Donald Trump, on January 22, 2026. SAUL LOEB/via Getty Images/AFP hide caption toggle caption SAUL LOEB/via Getty Images/AFP House Republicans are urging the Justice Department to launch a criminal investigation into form...
Trump's Bold Moves: From Nuclear Deals to Military Threats Amid Global Tensions
Former President Donald Trump is making headlines again with his controversial policies and statements regarding Iran and Saudi Arabia. As tensions escalate, Trump's recent actions could have significant implications for U.S. foreign relations and domestic politics.
Dem Rep Seth Moulton says party has no immigration plan, is only ‘opposition to Trump’
Democratic Rep. Seth Moulton, D-Mass., acknowledged Tuesday on MSNOW's "Money, Power, Politics" that Democrats have failed to give voters a clear immigration plan and rely too heavily on opposition to President Donald Trump, as he discussed the party's challenges during Arizona's gubernatorial primary."We don’t have a plan for immigration. We’re not able to say what, actually, Democrats should do to fix the problem," Moulton said. "All we are is opposition to Trump."The Massachusetts congressman...
Politics of silence: Is Sharad Pawar keeping options open on Delimitation Bill?
The silence of Sharad Pawar's NCP(SP) regarding the Delimitation Bill is stirring political rumors. While Sharad Pawar joined the opposition for demonstrations on Tuesday, he met Prime Minister Narendra Modi the next day. Supriya Sule, his daughter, expressed conditional support for Bill if it proposed seat increases across states evenly. This reflects Pawar's history of maintaining strategic ambiguity, thereby ensuring his party remains adaptable within shifting political currents.
Dem Katie Porter makes surprising announcement about political future
Former Rep. Katie Porter, D-Calif., appears to be retiring from politics, telling the Sacramento Bee that it's unlikely she runs for office again after a series of failed bids for national positions.Porter, fresh off a fifth-place finish in the California governor's race, told the Bee "I am closing the door on being a candidate," in a Friday interview with the outlet."I cannot foresee that path back," she added.Porter, who left her Congressional seat to run for the Senate seat vacated by the lat...