The Trump administration acknowledged in court filings that $7.5bn in clean energy grants were terminated based solely on political criteria, targeting Democratic states that voted for Kamala Harris in the 2024 election.
Scotland Yard detectives have interviewed Nigel Farage's aide George Cottrell and his mother Fiona Cottrell under caution as part of an investigation into donations to Reform UK before the July 2024 general election. The inquiry, initiated by the Electoral Commission, examines alleged offenses under the PPERA concerning permissible donors.
George Cottrell, a convicted fraudster, was reportedly introduced as Nigel Farage's chief of staff and arranged key logistics for Reform UK MPs, despite the party's denials of his official role. Questions arise over undeclared support and suspicious financial activity linked to Cottrell and his family.
Nigel Farage resigns as MP for Clacton, triggering a by-election he plans to contest amid allegations of undeclared millions in donations from a crypto billionaire and a convicted fraudster. Other parties are boycotting the by-election, calling it a stunt.
Former Conservative lawmaker Craig Williams admitted using insider information to bet on the UK general election date. He pleaded guilty at Southwark Crown Court, citing a "huge error of judgment" after placing bets with confidential knowledge.
Former Conservative MP Craig Williams has pleaded guilty to cheating at gambling by placing bets on the 2024 general election date using confidential information. He was an aide to then-PM Rishi Sunak. Amy Hind also pleaded guilty, while 12 co-defendants pleaded not guilty.
A new book by Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan claims Donald Trump privately mocked Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos for seeking his favor after the 2024 election. Trump reportedly told Elon Musk that the tech billionaires, who opposed him in 2016, were now trying to strengthen ties with him.
Andy Burnham's victory in the Makerfield byelection, a seat Reform was expected to win, is seen as a crucial lifeline for the Labour party. The win positions Burnham as the likely successor to Keir Starmer, offering a vision for progressive government.
Indonesian authorities arrested Dadan Hindayana, the former head of the country's free school meals program, on Wednesday, a day after he was fired. Hindayana and two deputies are accused of crimes in the management of the program, which has been marred by mass food poisonings and corruption allegations.
Former Trump lawyer Todd Blanche stated that Donald Trump would have gone to prison if he hadn't won the 2024 election, citing multiple legal cases. Special Counsel Jack Smith dropped federal charges against the president-elect post-victory.
Trump’s nominee for surgeon general, Dr Nicole Saphier, sells a supplement containing an ingredient banned by the US military, raising concerns from health experts about liver damage. Amazon has opened an investigation after the Guardian inquired.
Latino voters who supported Donald Trump in 2024 are showing declining approval ratings due to his administration's immigration crackdown and economic concerns, potentially impacting future elections.
The Senate has recessed, postponing a vote on ICE funding. The DNC released an 'autopsy' report on the 2024 presidential election. The article also examines Donald Trump's political and personal interest in Cuba.
The Democratic National Committee released its autopsy report on the 2024 election, criticizing the campaign's strategy and highlighting areas for improvement.
The Democratic National Committee released a postmortem on its 2024 election defeat after initially withholding it. The report, authored by Paul Rivera, focuses on lost demographics and campaign spending but omits Gaza and Biden's age, drawing criticism.
A Democratic Party autopsy of the 2024 election loss to Donald Trump reveals deep divisions, criticizing weak economic messaging, detachment from working-class voters, and organizational complacency. The report notably avoids scrutinizing Biden's re-election bid and the process that elevated Harris.
The DNC released a 192-page "autopsy" report on its 2024 election loss, authored by Paul Rivera. It criticizes the Kamala Harris campaign for not effectively driving Donald Trump's negatives and failing to appeal to male and Latino voters, while also noting media strategy shortcomings.
A Democratic National Committee report analyzing Kamala Harris's 2024 election loss is incomplete, factually flawed, and omits key issues like the Gaza conflict. DNC Chair Ken Martin released the unedited document, acknowledging its shortcomings but prioritizing transparency.
The DNC released an unfinished 192-page campaign review, citing unverified claims and missing sections. Chairman Ken Martin apologized for withholding the report, stating it was "not ready for primetime" and lacked source material.
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces a grave political crisis after Labour's poor performance in recent elections, with his approval rating at -57% and calls for his resignation. His leadership is criticized for lacking vision, principle, and political judgment, exacerbated by policy failures and scandals.
The Pentagon estimates the war in Iran has cost $25 billion, with no signs of resolution as the U.S. and Iran maintain blockades of the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that Louisiana's 2024 election map was an unconstitutional racial gerrymander, weakening Voting Rights Act protections. Fed Chairman Jerome Powell announced he will remain on the governing board after his term ends next month.
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled 6-3 along partisan lines that Louisiana's 2024 congressional map, which created a second majority-Black district, was an unconstitutional racial gerrymander. The decision weakens Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act by requiring plaintiffs to prove discriminatory intent rather than just discriminatory effect. Experts warn this will diminish minority representation across all levels of government, with at least 15 House districts currently held by Black members potentially at risk.
Nigel Farage received a £5m personal gift from crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne shortly before U-turning on his decision not to stand in the 2024 British general election. Farage had initially declared on 23 May 2024 he would not stand as an MP, but changed his mind less than a fortnight later after receiving the Thai-based businessman's money. The gift, which did not need to be declared to parliamentary authorities as Farage was not a sitting MP, was confirmed by Farage to the Daily Telegraph as being for personal security. Harborne has donated £12m to Reform UK in total, including a record £9m last year.
Nigel Farage received a £5m personal gift from crypto billionaire Christopher Harborne shortly before U-turning on his decision not to stand in the 2024 British general election. Farage had initially declared on May 23, 2024, that he would not stand as an MP, but changed his mind within weeks of receiving the personal gift, subsequently winning the Clacton-on-Sea seat in July. The gift, which did not need to be declared to parliamentary authorities as Farage was not a sitting MP at the time, was confirmed by Farage to the Daily Telegraph as being for personal security. Harborne has donated millions to Reform UK and previously the Brexit Party, becoming a pivotal figure in British politics.
