Frosty Trump and chilly Meloni refuse to look at each other in Turkey days after menacing taunt
Frosty Trump and chilly Meloni refuse to look at each other in Turkey days after menacing taunt Sign up for our weekly US Politics newsletterSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy ELINA SHIRAZI, US SENIOR POLITICAL REPORTER Published: 15:17, 8 July 2026 | Updated: 15:19, 8 July 2026 e-mail View comments
Former Maine Sen. Troy Jackson says it would be 'self-serving' if Graham Platner runs
Politics Former Maine Sen. Troy Jackson says it would be 'self-serving' if Graham Platner runs July 8, 202610:15 AM ET Heard on Morning Edition By A Martínez , Suzanne Nuyen Former Maine senator Troy Jackson calls for Graham Platner to drop out Listen · 4:53 4:53 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed
More Reform UK transactions worth millions reported to National Crime Agency
Exclusive: Bankers have raised potential money-laundering concerns over loans and donations involving senior party figuresUK politics live – latest updatesA host of transactions involving Reform UK’s most senior figures and donations to the party caused bankers to report potential money-laundering concerns to the National Crime Agency, a Guardian investigation has found.On Tuesday, the Guardian revealed that the undisclosed £5m gift provided to the Reform leader, Nigel Farage, by a cryptocurrenc...
Trump's Latest Moves: Navigating Tensions with Iran, NATO, and Domestic Politics
Former President Donald Trump is in the spotlight once again as he navigates critical international relations and domestic political issues. His recent meetings and decisions have sparked discussions across various fronts, from military actions against Iran to voting reforms.
Experts warn Trump is playing politics with US intelligence
Former officials warn that Trump's intelligence overhaul risks politicising national security.
Trump's Controversial Statements and Actions Ahead of NATO Summit: A Political Landscape Overview
As the NATO summit commences, Donald Trump reignites debates on international relations, U.S. alliances, and domestic policies. From territorial claims to criticisms of allies, Trump's latest actions reflect his ongoing influence in American politics.
NYT columnist says she 'deeply' regrets praising Senate hopeful after rape allegation
New York Times opinion columnist Michelle Goldberg says she "deeply" regrets an earlier column praising Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner, writing that a rape allegation against him led her to conclude he appears "significantly worse" than the online criticism she had previously dismissed.Goldberg, who profiled Platner favorably during his rise in Maine Democratic politics, revisited her assessment in a new column after Platner's former girlfriend accused him of rape, an allegation he h...
'Desperate stunt!' Keir Starmer accuses Nigel Farage of calling snap by-election for 'personal gain'
Sir Keir Starmer has accused Nigel Farage of committing a "desperate stunt" as he slammed the Reform UK leader. Speaking to reporters at a Nato summit in Ankara, Turkey, the Prime Minister slammed the party leader for declaring a by-election purely for his "personal gain."The Prime Minister said: “This is a desperate stunt from Nigel Farage. It’s obvious why he is doing it. He is up to his neck in sleaze."Politics should be about improving the lives of millions of people, not about personal gain...
Nigel Farage quits as MP amid scrutiny over finances
Farage was under pressure over undeclared gifts, including from crypto gambler and fraudster George CottrellUK politics live – latest updatesNigel Farage has resigned as the member of parliament for Clacton after he came under pressure over his failure to declare gifts from wealthy supporters.The Reform UK leader is facing a standards inquiry after he did not make public a £5m gift from the billionaire crypto investor Christopher Harborne before the last election. Continue reading...
Graham Platner faces calls to leave Maine Senate race after sexual assault allegation
Politics Graham Platner faces calls to leave Maine Senate race after sexual assault allegation July 7, 20266:44 AM ET Heard on Morning Edition By Elena Moore , A Martínez Graham Platner faces calls to leave Maine Senate race after sexual assault allegation Audio will be available later today.
Key Democratic figures call on Graham Platner to ‘immediately’ withdraw from Senate race – US politics live
Maine’s party leadership calls for Platner to withdraw after after sexual assault allegation emergesHello and welcome to the US politics live blog.Maine’s Democratic party leadership has called for US Senate candidate Graham Platner to withdraw from the race, as the scandal-hit Marine veteran loses support from his previously most vocal backers.Trump’s latest attempt to delay payment of a $5.8m judgment for defaming a magazine columnist whom a jury determined he sexually abused has been emphatic...
‘Serious consequences’: Farage attacks Sky News after question about George Cottrell
Reform UK leader confronts journalist after question about gifts from friend and convicted fraudsterUK politics live – latest updatesNigel Farage has said Sky News bosses face “serious consequences” in an outburst triggered by questions over fresh revelations about his finances.The Reform UK leader has faced renewed scrutiny after the Sunday Times revealed he had received funding from his longtime ally, the convicted fraudster George Cottrell. Continue reading...
Trump Issues Dire Warning Ahead of FIFA Match: Allegations of Rigging Loom Over U.S. vs. Belgium Showdown
As the United States prepares to face Belgium in a crucial FIFA match tonight, former President Donald Trump cautions that any loss will be deemed 'rigged.' This assertion has fueled discussions about the integrity of international sports amidst rising tensions in American politics.
Trump's NATO pressure campaign continues as summit begins
Politics Trump's NATO pressure campaign continues as summit begins July 7, 20265:00 AM ET By Fatma Tanis , Danielle Kurtzleben U.S. President Donald Trump (R) and NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte (L) appear during a meeting in the Oval Office of the White House on June 24, 2026 in Washington, DC. Andrew Harnik/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Andrew Harnik/Getty Images Just days before his arrival in Turkey for the annual NATO summit, President Trump made it clear that in his mind, he...
Labour asks Electoral Commission to investigate claims Farage broke electoral law by not disclosing gifts – UK politics live
Parliamentary authorities are already looking into a £5m donation to the Reform Uk leader from the crypto billionaire Christopher HarborneGood morning. One of the reasons why Nigel Farage, the Reform UK leader, is relatively popular is because he presents as genial and good-natured. A rather different Farage was on display last night, after he angrily berated a Sky News cameraman who doorstepped him as he arrived back in the UK off a flight from the US. Farage also accused Sky News of harassing...
Platner's latest accuser 'couldn't disagree more' with those who accuse her of being motivated by politics
A woman who made bombshell allegations against Democratic Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner is rejecting claims that she came forward for political reasons on Monday.Jenny Racicot told CNN's Jake Tapper that she decided to come forward because she felt that "there are a lot of men in this world relying on the silence of women to be where they are, and I don't want to contribute to that."When Tapper pressed her on the potential blowback from Platner supporters who claim that she was motivated...
Jitters across Whitehall as Andy Burnham refuses to name his new cabinet
Jitters across Whitehall as Andy Burnham refuses to name his new cabinetREAD MORE: RICHARD LITTLEJOHN: Andy Capp's playing Fantasy Football politics in a very undemocratic coupSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy JASON GROVES, POLITICAL EDITOR Published: 23:05, 6 July 2026 | Updated: 23:09, 6 July 2026 e-mail View comments
Who is Turkey's Erdoğan? How NATO's most unpredictable leader keeps reinventing himself
As President Donald Trump heads to Ankara, Turkey, for the upcoming NATO summit, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is again at the center of alliance politics. Trump has praised Erdoğan as "a friend" and "a respected leader," underscoring a relationship that could shape defense talks between Washington and Turkey, including Turkey’s long-running effort to restore deeper military cooperation. The moment highlights the remarkable position Erdoğan occupies today: Once regarded as one of NATO’s...
Farage cries ‘witch-hunt’ but this may be Reform’s Partygate moment
Media scrutiny of party leader’s finances has undermined his claim to be a politician in tune with typical votersUK politics live – latest updatesWith his personal funding once again under media scrutiny, Nigel Farage, the rightwing Reform UK party leader, is adamant he is the victim of an “establishment plot” trying to stop him from reaching Downing Street.This time, Farage is facing questions about support for his lifestyle from the convicted criminal George Cottrell, just months after it was...
Crowds Gather in Tehran for the Funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei: A Nation in Mourning
Thousands of mourners filled the streets of Tehran to pay their last respects to Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, whose passing has sent shockwaves across the nation. The funeral procession highlighted Khamenei's significant impact on Iranian politics and the deep sense of loss felt among his supporters.