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...
Democrats look to oust Graham Platner over sex assault allegation as Senate hopeful weighs dropping out and Fetterman leads chorus for him to step aside
Politics is fast. We're faster. Sign up to the DC Insider newsletter for a front-row seat to American politics... and unlock 3 FREE months of DailyMail+ HERE See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy VICTORIA CHURCHILL, US POLITICAL REPORTER and STEPHEN M. LEPORE, US SENIOR REPORTER Published: 06:48, 7 July 2026 | Updated: 06:48, 7 July 2026 e-mail View comments
A shambolic end for the American dream - did Balogun saga play a part?
Mauricio Pochettino says he feels "disappointed with too many people" who brought "politics and manipulation" into the game as the US' World Cup exit was dominated by talk of Folarin Balogun's availability.
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...
RICHARD LITTLEJOHN: Andy Capp's playing Fantasy Football politics in a very undemocratic coup
RICHARD LITTLEJOHN: Andy Capp's playing Fantasy Football politics in a very undemocratic coupREAD MORE: Jitters across Whitehall as Andy Burnham refuses to name his new cabinet See more Daily Mail on Google - save us as a Preferred SourceBy RICHARD LITTLEJOHN Published: 22:49, 6 July 2026 | Updated: 23:57, 6 July 2026 e-mail 4 View comments
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
Bruce Springsteen reignites Trump feud, says 'critical patriotism' defines a patriot
Bruce Springsteen is wading into politics once again.A longtime foe of President Donald Trump and his administration, The Boss delved into his definition of true patriotism during his recent PBS special, "Bruce Springsteen: Finding America in Song.""I believe in critical patriotism," Springsteen said. "I believe that’s the definition of a patriot, you know, that you love your country so much that you are willing to look at it clearly, recognize its faults, encourage it to be a better place, and...
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...
Democrats to choose between progressive and establishment candidate in Michigan as McMorrow drops out of race – US politics live
Candidate Abdul El-Sayed emerges as the party’s frontrunner in the primary campaign after Mallory McMorrow withdrawsHello and welcome to the US politics live blog.Progressive Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed has emerged as the party’s frontrunner in the Michigan primary campaign after Mallory McMorrow dropped out of the race.The bipartisan Ratepayer Protection Act, designed to shield individuals from soaring electricity prices amid the datacenter boom, would fail to meaningfully protect the p...
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...
STEPHEN GLOVER: Andy Burnham said himself a mansion tax symbolised the 'politics of envy'. Now he's planning to clobber the hard-working to fund his disastrous experiments
STEPHEN GLOVER: Andy Burnham said himself a mansion tax symbolised the ‘politics of envy’. Now he's planning to clobber the hard-working to fund his disastrous experimentsBy STEPHEN GLOVER, DAILY MAIL COLUMNIST Published: 01:00, 6 July 2026 | Updated: 09:22, 6 July 2026 e-mail 131 View comments
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...
Iowa representative who paints herself as 'working-class mom' spent $50,000 of taxpayer money on luxury DC apartment, and got gifted $100,000 of foreign vacations, all while sitting on huge net worth
Iowa representative who paints herself as 'working-class mom' spent $50,000 of taxpayer money on luxury DC apartment, and got gifted $100,000 of foreign vacations, all while sitting on huge net worthSign up here to 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: 14:56, 5 July 2026 | Updated: 14:58, 5 July 2026 e-mail View comments
Inside Aamir Khan and Gauri Spratt's intimate wedding; Who attended private celebration
Bollywood icon Aamir Khan has tied the knot with Gauri Spratt in a private ceremony at his Bandra home. The intimate affair saw close family and friends, including Aamir's children, gather to celebrate the union. Notable personalities from film, sports, and politics were also in attendance. Following the vows, a special lunch was hosted, marking a new chapter for the couple who have known each other for decades.
Expert who fled Cuba warns of ‘vicious cycle’ that will lead to ‘communists in double digits’ in Congress
A national security expert who fled to the U.S. from Cuba is warning that one "vicious cycle" currently dominating American politics could lead to "communists in double digits" serving in Congress.Mike Gonzalez, a senior fellow at the Heritage Foundation who fled communist Cuba in the 1970s, said in an interview with Fox News Digital that the socialist "threat is real now."Gonzalez likened this trend to a "takeover of a host body, the Democratic Party," saying, "It's being taken over by body sna...