LA politicians want to mandate prosperity. The $30 minimum wage proves they can’t
If you want to understand why businesses are leaving California, investors are looking elsewhere and common-sense economics seems to have disappeared from public policy, look no further than Los Angeles.In a move that should surprise absolutely no one familiar with California politics, Los Angeles leaders approved a plan to push hotel and airport worker wages to $30 per hour. Supporters call it the "Olympic Wage," arguing that workers should benefit from the economic activity generated by the 20...
The anti-Reform agenda within Greater Manchester Fire Service is utterlly Orwellian
The speed at which the axis in British politics is shifting is startling. I have spent over three decades as a foot soldier on the political Left – much of it as an activist in the Fire Brigades Union (FBU).While right-wing parties have always been able to attract the support of a layer of trade union members, it was the Left – and usually the Labour Party – which traditionally commanded their loyalty, especially those who, like me, worked in the public sector.But I have recently begun to witnes...
UK’s defence plan is underfunded and outdated, says Al Carns after resignation
Former armed forces minister, who quit hours after John Healey, heavily hints he would run for Labour leadershipUK politics live – latest updatesAl Carns has delivered a withering assessment of the government’s defence plans after quitting as defence minister, accusing ministers of not spending enough money on the military and spending it on the wrong weapons.Carns quit the government on Thursday night, hours after the resignation of his boss, John Healey, after a protracted row over the defence...
Starmer’s leadership under further pressure after defence ministers quit – UK politics live
Both John Healey and Al Cairns resigned from their ministerial positions on Thursday over the government’s defence investment planGood morning. This time yesterday Keir Starmer’s leadership was already in peril, with many in his party assuming that he will be replaced by Andy Burnham at some point later this year, but there was a consensus that, on defence and international security, his record was impressive. John Healey’s surprise resignation as defence secretary blew that apart. Later, after...
Pope Leo’s visit lays bare Spain’s tangled politics of faith and migration
The American pope's message underlines the rift between his Catholicism and that of Spain's far right.
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...
Why the economics makes this the craziest world cup ever
Why the economics makes this the craziest world cup everJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleFaisal IslamEconomics editorBBCFootball World Cups are rarely completely politics-free but never has the beautiful game navigated a geopolitical high-wire act of this kind. The main host is at war with a participant, whose team must commute in on match days from another country.Add to that the quite astonishing coincidence of the US, Canada and Mexico, the three co-hosts of the 2026 World Cup, bein...
When the World Cup and war collide: From the Politics Desk
From the Politics DeskWhen the World Cup and war collide: From the Politics DeskPlus, the House Republicans who bucked Trump on the Epstein files meet their political fates. Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Add NBC News to GoogleTrump calls off planned strikes on Iran amid progress towards a deal03:56Get more newsLiveonShareAdd NBC News to GoogleJune 11, 2026, 5:00 PM EDTBy The Politics DeskWelcome to From the Politics Desk, a daily newsletter that brings you the NBC News Poli...
Trump's explosive secret call with Charlie Kirk over Epstein just weeks before TPUSA boss' assassination
Trump's explosive secret call with Charlie Kirk over Epstein just weeks before TPUSA boss' assassinationSPECIAL 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: 21:24, 11 June 2026 | Updated: 21:25, 11 June 2026 e-mail View comments
Stephen and Katie Miller's newborn son had Washington whispering about a beloved haunt. His mother sets the record straight
Stephen and Katie Miller's newborn son had Washington whispering about a beloved haunt. His mother sets the record straightSPECIAL 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 and RAVEN SAUNT, US LIFESTYLE EDITOR Published: 21:19, 11 June 2026 | Updated: 21:20, 11 June 2026 e-mail View comments
Swirling rumors about scandal-plagued Republican who could ruin Trump's nearly-flawless record sparks panic: 'We can't have another f*** up
Swirling rumors about scandal-plagued Republican who could ruin Trump's nearly-flawless record sparks panic: 'We can't have another f*** upSPECIAL 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: 21:18, 11 June 2026 | Updated: 21:18, 11 June 2026 e-mail View comments
Three US Presidents are turning 80 this summer... who do you think will throw the best birthday bash? Have your say in the DC Insider poll
Three US Presidents are turning 80 this summer... who do you think will throw the best birthday bash? Have your say in the DC Insider pollSPECIAL 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: 21:04, 11 June 2026 | Updated: 21:05, 11 June 2026 e-mail View comments
Gennifer Flowers' message for Bill Clinton 34 years on, why she supports Trump...and her new life as the 'Blonde Bombshell of the Big Easy'
Gennifer Flowers' message for Bill Clinton 34 years on, why she supports Trump...and her new life as the 'Blonde Bombshell of the Big Easy'SPECIAL OFFER: Sign up to our weekly US politics newsletter HERE and get three FREE months of DailyMail+ See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy NICK ALLEN, US NEWS EDITOR (POLITICS) Published: 20:40, 11 June 2026 | Updated: 20:45, 11 June 2026 e-mail View comments
Revealed: Iowa Republican congressman touting self-published thriller about Chinese AI attack SKIPPED hearings on real-life national security threats from Beijing
Revealed: Iowa Republican congressman touting self-published thriller about Chinese AI attack SKIPPED hearings on real-life national security threats from BeijingSPECIAL 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 JOSH BOSWELL, CHIEF INVESTIGATIVE REPORTER Published: 20:37, 11 June 2026 | Updated: 20:37, 11 June 2026 e-mail View comments
UK defence funding crisis has been a long time coming
John Healey’s complaint is that Starmer sat on this problem for months before making a derisory offerUK politics live – latest updatesJohn Healey’s resignation as defence secretary on Thursday was a long time brewing, though in the end the denouement was swift. It leaves an already weak Keir Starmer without a defence strategy less than a month before a Nato summit and an unresolved row about spending as Donald Trump threatens to restart the bombing of Iran.On Monday, No 10 finally told Healey ho...
Markings that appear to show "86 47" seen on National Mall
Politics Markings that appear to show the numbers "86 47" seen on National Mall in Washington By Melissa Quinn Melissa Quinn Senior Reporter, Politics Melissa Quinn is a senior reporter for CBSNews.com, where she covers U.S. politics, with a focus on the Supreme Court and federal courts. Read Full Bio Melissa Quinn Updated on: June 11, 2026 / 2:55 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google Washington — Markings appeared on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., on Thursday that seem to depict the...
Trump Nominates Jay Clayton For Director Of National Intelligence After Interim Pick Pulte Derailed Congress
BreakingBusinessTrump Nominates Jay Clayton For Director Of National Intelligence After Interim Pick Pulte Derailed CongressBySara Dorn,Forbes Staff. Sara Dorn is a Forbes news reporter who covers politics.Follow AuthorJun 11, 2026, 02:30pm EDTToplinePresident Donald Trump announced Thursday he’s nominating Jay Clayton, former chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission, as director of national intelligence—amid bipartisan criticism of his appointment of loyalist Bill Pulte to serve in the p...
Trump scrambles to calm Republican revolt by announcing NEW intel chief pick
Trump scrambles to calm Republican revolt by announcing NEW intel chief pickSPECIAL 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: 19:20, 11 June 2026 | Updated: 19:20, 11 June 2026 e-mail View comments