Socialist-run California city takes on Chevron while residents worry about long-term consequences
Politics in Richmond, Calif., have revolved around one company for decades: Chevron. The oil giant operates a massive refinery in the city, creating jobs and contributing millions of dollars in tax revenue that helps fund local government. Despite its outsized economic role, Chevron has remained the primary political target of Richmond's democratic socialist leaders, particularly the influential Richmond Progressive Alliance (RPA).The relationship between Richmond and Chevron has evolved from on...
U.S. Courts Reject Final Appeal to Preserve Trump’s Name at Kennedy Center Amid Controversy
In a significant legal decision, U.S. courts have dismissed a last-minute appeal to halt the removal of former President Donald Trump's name from the Kennedy Center. The ruling comes as debates over the intersection of art, politics, and legacy continue to unfold across the nation.
Trump's Turbulent Week: From Peace Deals to Legal Battles
This week has been a whirlwind for former President Donald Trump, as he navigates a series of high-stakes political developments, including negotiations with Iran and legal challenges related to his legacy. With tensions running high over international relations and domestic controversies, Trump's influence remains a focal point in American politics.
A Trump push to cut 'statistical noise' could mean less data from the Census Bureau
Exclusive Politics A Trump push to cut 'statistical noise' could mean less data from the Census Bureau June 12, 20266:01 PM ET Hansi Lo Wang A new Trump administration order bans the Census Bureau and the Bureau of Economic Analysis from using statistical "noise," or data for fuzzing survey results, to protect people's privacy in their statistics. Anton Petrus/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Anton Petrus/Getty Images A wonky policy change by the Trump administration may spell the end of...
Runoffs provide Trump’s next big GOP tests: From the Politics Desk
From the Politics DeskRunoffs provide Trump’s next big GOP tests: From the Politics DeskPlus, deal or no deal with Iran? Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00President Donald Trump during a proclamation signing in the Oval Office of the White House on June 11.Jim Lo Scalzo / EPA / Bloomberg via Getty ImagesShareAdd NBC News to GoogleJune 12, 2026, 5:22 PM EDTBy The Politics DeskWelcome to From the Politics Desk, a daily newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s lates...
Meet Dan Jarvis: The New Defence Secretary Steering UK Military Policy After John Healey
Dan Jarvis has been appointed as the new Defence Secretary in a pivotal moment for the UK's military leadership. His background in politics and military service positions him uniquely to address the pressing defense challenges facing the nation.
Several States Reject Participation in Trump’s ‘Great American State Fair’ Amid Controversy
As the ‘Great American State Fair’ announced by former President Trump gains traction, numerous states have opted out, citing concerns over political affiliations and funding. This development highlights a deepening divide in American politics as the fair aims to celebrate patriotism and state pride.
Trump Might Lift Sanctions On Iran—After Blasting Obama For Doing It
BreakingBusinessTrump Might Lift Sanctions On Iran—After Blasting Obama For Doing ItBySara Dorn,Forbes Staff. Sara Dorn is a Forbes news reporter who covers politics.Follow AuthorJun 12, 2026, 04:34pm EDTToplinePresident Donald Trump appears close to reaching a new agreement with Iran that reportedly has many similarities to the Obama-era deal he blasted—including sanctions relief for Iran. President Donald Trump speaks before signing a proclamation in the Oval Office of the White House in Washi...
Trump hands Iran major nuclear concession as 'final deal text agreed by both sides'
Trump hands Iran a major nuclear concession as US and regime get closer to peace dealSPECIAL 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: 19:21, 12 June 2026 | Updated: 19:27, 12 June 2026 e-mail View comments
Trump And Vance Angrily Deny Peace Deal Favors Iran
BreakingBusinessTrump And Vance Angrily Deny Peace Deal Favors IranBySara Dorn,Forbes Staff. Sara Dorn is a Forbes news reporter who covers politics.Follow AuthorJun 12, 2026, 12:23pm EDTToplinePresident Donald Trump and Vice President JD denied on Friday the peace deal with Iran would heavily favor Tehran, amid reports Iran would not be required to give up control of the Strait of Hormuz and the U.S. would immediately provide Iran with relief from economic sanctions. President Donald Trump, Vic...
How Trump Is Trying To Clear His Record—Including Impeachments And Hush Money Conviction
BreakingBusinessHow Trump Is Trying To Clear His Record—Including Impeachments And Hush Money ConvictionByAlison Durkee,Forbes Staff. Alison is a senior news reporter covering US politics and legal news.Follow AuthorJun 12, 2026, 11:31am EDTToplinePresident Donald Trump is pressuring lawmakers to pass a resolution that would clear his two impeachments from his first term, The Wall Street Journal reports, part of a broader effort by the president to clear his legal record—even as he’s never actua...
Remove Windrush payout scheme from Home Office control, campaigners urge
Public figures sign open letter calling for scheme to be moved from Home Office to independent bodyUK politics live – latest updatesThe prime minister and the home secretary have been urged to remove the Windrush compensation scheme from Home Office control.About 70 public figures have signed an open letter backing a call by the Windrush Justice Community Collective (WJCC) for a radical overhaul of the scheme, which was set up to compensate those, mainly Black Britons, who were wrongly classed a...
Judge Keeps Blocking Trump’s $1.8 Billion Fund—Until DOJ Can Prove It’s Dead
BreakingBusinessJudge Keeps Blocking Trump’s $1.8 Billion Fund—Until DOJ Can Prove It’s DeadByAlison Durkee,Forbes Staff. Alison is a senior news reporter covering US politics and legal news.Follow AuthorJun 12, 2026, 11:08am EDTToplineA federal judge indefinitely blocked the Trump administration’s $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund from moving forward on Friday, multiple outlets report, as plaintiffs distrust the government’s claims that the fund is dead regardless—but the judge said she’ll...
Trump's Iran peace deal rocked over LEAKED terms as president explodes at 'very dishonorable' Tehran
Trump's Iran peace deal rocked over LEAKED terms as president explodes at 'very dishonorable' TehranSPECIAL 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: 15:20, 12 June 2026 | Updated: 15:20, 12 June 2026 e-mail View comments
‘I’m not going away,’ says Keir Starmer despite defence secretary’s exit
PM promises to fight any leadership challenge, saying any successor would face same problems as himUK politics live – latest updatesKeir Starmer has said he knows he has to “turn things around” after a series of crises culminating in the resignation of John Healey, the defence secretary, but warned that any successor would face the same set of difficult decisions.In an interview with the BBC after Healey’s departure in a row over defence spending, Starmer promised again to fight any leadership c...
Reeves grudgingly resorts to departmental salami slicing to fund UK defence budget
Starmer shows no will to pursue the main options for rising commitments: spending cuts, tax rises or borrowingUK politics live – latest updatesBusiness live – latest updatesWhen Keir Starmer wanted to promise Donald Trump that the UK would increase defence spending, he decided to fund it by slashing the UK’s aid budget – losing a cabinet minister, Anneliese Dodds, in the process.This time around, with John Healey’s Ministry of Defence (MoD) demanding an additional £18.5bn over four years to fund...
Fisa spy powers almost certain to expire after Congress fails to act – US politics live
Law due to expire at midnight tonight following unhappiness over Trump’s pick for intelligence chiefHello and welcome to the US live blog.A key surveillance tool that allows the US to collect intelligence abroad appears certain to expire after Congress failed to temporarily extend the program.Pulte has to go. He cannot be in the DNI role. It’s too important.Donald Trump declared “a great settlement” with Iran, which could be signed soon “maybe in Europe, over the weekend”.Trump’s hand-picked boa...
Pro-Palestine activists believe ‘sea change’ coming in Labour’s approach to Middle East
Green surge in local elections and recent polling of Labour members may cause government to toughen stance on IsraelUK politics live – latest updatesMiddle East crisis – live updatesPro-Palestine activists believe there could be a “sea change” in the Labour party’s approach to the crisis in the Middle East which could result in the government taking a tougher stance on Israel.Campaigners have pointed to the threat posed to Labour by the Green surge in the local elections, the likely departure of...
Trump demands his two impeachments are 'expunged' from the record as White House calls them 'phony attacks by deranged Democrats'
Trump demands his two impeachments are 'expunged' from the record as White House calls them 'phony attacks by deranged Democrats'Politics is fast. We're faster. Sign up to the DC Insider newsletter for a front-row seat to Washington... and unlock 3 FREE months of DailyMail+ HERE See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy STEPHEN M. LEPORE, US SENIOR REPORTER Published: 04:30, 12 June 2026 | Updated: 04:30, 12 June 2026 e-mail View comments
USA Today columnist says United States has already 'lost' the World Cup because of politics, Donald Trump
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is officially underway, with Canada, the United States, and Mexico jointly hosting the 48-team tournament.As of Thursday afternoon, there's been just one match completed, with the Mexican National Team dominating South Africa in a 2-0 win at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. There are 103 matches left to be completed, and the World Cup will head to some spectacular venues across the country.But if you ask left-wing sports media columnists, the outcome has already been decide...