Marriage used to be a glide path to citizenship. Now there are more speed bumps
Immigration Marriage used to be a glide path to citizenship. Now there are more speed bumps July 6, 20265:00 AM ET Ximena Bustillo People wave U.S. flags to celebrate becoming U.S. citizens after taking the oath of allegiance during a naturalization ceremony in Boston in January 2025. Joseph Prezioso/AFP via Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Joseph Prezioso/AFP via Getty Images Stay up to date with our Politics newsletter, sent weekly. The Trump administration's sweeping effort to slow do...
Farage warned his attack against ‘establishment’ over unregistered gifts could land him with harsher punishment – UK politics live
Reform UK leader claims he is victim of ‘hit job’ as parliamentary standards commissioner investigates £5m donation Good morning. Two weeks today (unless there is some news development in the totally unexpected category) Keir Starmer will formally resign as PM, and the king will appoint Andy Burnham to replace him. Starmer has been forced out in part because of the rise of Nigel Farage; Labour MPs might have forgiven bad local election results, but not when they implied a new insurgency party wa...
Former Marine says military veterans running for office advance bipartisan politics
Politics Former Marine says military veterans running for office advance bipartisan politics July 6, 20264:17 AM ET Heard on Morning Edition Quil Lawrence Ex-Marine says military veterans running for office advance bipartisan politics Listen · 3:48 3:48 Toggle more options Download Embed Embed
Red, blue, saffron: Buses in Bengal show changing colours of politics
Kolkata's government buses are undergoing a significant colour change, shifting from blue-and-white to saffron, a move the transport minister attributes to modernization and a "dynamic double-engine regime." This rebranding extends to e-tickets, with officials maintaining it's not a formal policy shift. However, critics argue cosmetic changes distract from critical issues like driver shortages and declining fleet strength, with commuters prioritizing reliability over political symbolism.
Trump's Recent Headlines: A Look at His July 4 Speech and Policy Moves
Donald Trump's recent activities and statements highlight his ongoing influence in American politics, including his reflections on justice, NATO, and gun regulations. As the nation celebrates its 250th birthday, Trump's actions continue to spark discussions on his legacy and future ambitions.
Emotion and politics merge in Tehran at funeral of former supreme leader
Emotion and politics merge in Tehran at funeral of former supreme leaderTo play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser.This video can not be playedEmotion and politics merge in Tehran at funeral of former supreme leaderCloseVast crowds loyal to the Islamic Republic have gathered in Tehran at a funeral ceremony for Iran's former supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who was killed in joint US-Israeli strikes at the start of the war.His second son and successor, Supreme Leader...
Liberal frontbencher Dan Tehan says coalition with One Nation ‘not even being talked about’
Anthony Albanese mocks ructions on conservative side of politics and says three rightwing parties are caught up in ‘race to the bottom’Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastLiberal frontbencher Dan Tehan says he does not want to be in a rightwing coalition with One Nation, despite senior colleagues urging closer ties with Pauline Hanson and polls suggesting her rise will make it difficult for the opposition party to ever govern in its own right again.Prime minister, Anthony...
Pope Leo takes ANOTHER shot at Trump as he sends 'heartfelt congratulations' to America on 250th independence anniversary
Pope Leo takes ANOTHER shot at Trump as he sends 'heartfelt congratulations' to America on 250th independence anniversarySign up here for our free, weekly DC Insider newsletter for a front-row seat to US politics See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy ALYSSA GUZMAN, US NEWS REPORTER Published: 18:21, 4 July 2026 | Updated: 18:21, 4 July 2026 e-mail View comments
Mike Lawler predicts voters will soundly reject radical socialist 'politics of envy' in midterms
Rep. Mike Lawler, R-N.Y., predicted defeat for far-left candidates in the upcoming midterm elections, expressing confidence that American voters will reject what he described as the rising "politics of envy."Speaking on "Fox & Friends Weekend," Lawler echoed President Donald Trump's warning about the growth of far-left ideology in America during his Mount Rushmore address."For some, the politics of envy and jealousy are rising. But I fundamentally believe in the goodness of America and the Ameri...
Swing voters say Trump makes them feel less patriotic as he plans sweeping July 4 speech
Swing voters say Trump makes them feel less patriotic as he plans sweeping July 4 speech Sign up for our free weekly US politics newsletter HERE.See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy NIKKI SCHWAB, CHIEF CAMPAIGN CORRESPONDENT Published: 16:22, 4 July 2026 | Updated: 16:22, 4 July 2026 e-mail 120 View comments
NC governor faces criticism for skipping Trump-backed America 250 event
Rep. Chuck Edwards, R-N.C., is blasting North Carolina's state government’s decision to boycott the Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C., accusing the state's Democratic governor of injecting politics into America's 250th birthday celebration.Edwards said Gov. Josh Stein, D-N.C., chose partisanship over patriotism by declining to sponsor a booth representing the Tar Heel State, rejecting the state's explanation that budget constraints drove the decision."I think it's unbelievably unfort...
Donald Trump's Social Media Accounts Relaunch: Key Insights and Implications
Donald Trump's social media accounts have been reactivated, marking a significant moment in U.S. politics. Here's everything you need to know about his return to the digital platform and its potential impact on the upcoming elections.
US Pauses Diplomatic Discussions with Iran Amid Funeral Proceedings for Khamenei
The United States has agreed to suspend negotiations with Iran for one week, coinciding with the commencement of the funeral for Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. This decision underscores the significance of the event in Iranian politics and its implications for US-Iran relations.
'They want us grateful for merely being allowed': Mamdani delivers pro-immigration July 4 speech
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani presented a pro-immigration vision of America, contrasting with President Trump's stance ahead of Independence Day. Speaking from City Hall, Mamdani, a naturalized citizen, emphasized immigration's centrality to the nation's identity and criticized exclusionary politics. He highlighted the contributions of immigrants and called for unity, asserting that America's strength lies in its continuous striving for ideals.
Assassination fears gripped White House as Israel staged plot to kill Iran's peace negotiators
Assassination fears gripped White House as Israel staged plot to kill Iran's peace negotiatorsSign up for our weekly US Politics newsletter to find out what's rocking DCSee more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy ELINA SHIRAZI, US SENIOR POLITICAL REPORTER Published: 16:14, 3 July 2026 | Updated: 16:14, 3 July 2026 e-mail View comments
Patriotism poll reveals number who are 'proud to be an American'
Patriotism poll reveals number who are 'proud to be an American'SPECIAL 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 JON MICHAEL RAASCH, WHITE HOUSE CORRESPONDENT Published: 20:56, 2 July 2026 | Updated: 20:56, 2 July 2026 e-mail View comments
AOC endorses progressive Democrat in closely watched Michigan race for US Senate seat
El-Sayed, backed by Bernie Sanders, leads polls ahead of Haley Stevens and Mallory McMorrow in primaryUS politics live – latest updatesAlexandria Ocasio-Cortez has thrown her support behind Abdul El-Sayed, the doctor and progressive Democrat seeking the party’s nomination in Michigan’s closely watched US Senate race.In an interview with the New York Times, Ocasio-Cortez – an influential congresswoman on the left of the Democratic party – endorsed El-Sayed, a former public health director. “Despi...
Labour was not prepared to govern in 2024, says Morgan McSweeney
PM’s former chief of staff opens up on political mistakes and Donald Trump’s amusing comments about foxesUK politics live – latest updatesMorgan McSweeney, the prime minister’s former chief of staff, has said Labour was not prepared enough for government or for the volatile world when Keir Starmer was first elected.McSweeney, who had been Labour’s elections guru credited by many in the party for the size of their victory in 2024, said the party did not have an idea about how to make things happe...
How Bengal is taking a 'Right' turn: What Suvendu Adhikari changed in post-Mamata era
NEW DELHI: The winds are changing in West Bengal. In April this year, the people of Bengal voted not just to change their government but also the direction of the state’s politics.
Anger as report says Trump hijacked US anniversary to serve own agenda – US politics live
Newly-released congressional report says president hijacked United States’ 250th anniversary celebrations to serve ‘political ideology and pet projects’Hello and welcome to the US politics live blog.Donald Trump hijacked the United States’ 250th anniversary celebrations to serve “political ideology and pet projects”, a congressional report released today has revealed.I can’t, in my time here in Congress, remember anything even remotely like this: watching this trusted, venerable charity organisa...