'Pretty raw': Hurt feelings and anger linger for Trump, Pence
In the last days of their administration, each is feeling betrayed by the other.
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NZ Trump aide Chris Liddell staying on
The presidential transition process is "critical to the country", Liddell says.
Jamiroquai singer addresses riot photos
The UK singer clarifies he is not the "viking rioter" and wasn't "with all those freaks".
'Most insane thing': Footage emerges of Trump family celebrating at viewing party
Footage shows the Trumps dancing and celebrating as supporters gathered in Washington DC.
US riots: Capitol cops rejected offers of federal help to quell mob
Despite plenty of warnings, Capitol Police planned only for a free speech demonstration.
Appeasing fascism got us where we are
New York Times: Donald Trump is a fascist willing to use violence to achieve his goals.
'Sealed the deal': Riots lead expat to renounce US citizenship
"I don't see [American citizenship] having a value any more," says US expat.
'Go home and go home in peace': Trump's message as violence grips Washington
After addressing supporters at rally near the White House, Trump sent them to the Capitol.
An insurgency from inside the Oval Office
New York Times: We're witnessing a serious stress test of American democracy.
Calls to impeach Trump over 'desperate' attempt to influence Georgia vote count
A secret recording of Trump pressuring election officials has been met with disgust.
Cruz leads Senate rebellion over 'dangerous' Trump election ploy
The Republican Party is tearing itself apart over Trump's last-ditch election fight.
Trump or bust: Rebel Republicans set for January 6 showdown
140 Republicans are set to back Trump's 'dangerous ploy' despite senior leaders' warnings.
The myth of stolen elections lives on
New York Times: Donald Trump has given new momentum to the movement to limit voter access.
'It's a serious threat': The thing that has really broken the United States
Forget the pandemic, there's another thing that's plaguing the US.
Israel heads to fourth election in two years as Govt collapses
Israel's divided Government has collapsed, triggering yet another election.
Local Focus: Gisborne Māori wards likely depend on just 5 per cent opposition
Māori call for law change and a fairer democracy. Made with funding from NZ On Air.
'Democracy prevailed': Biden celebrates Electoral College win
US President-elect makes speech as electors nationwide affirm his election victory.
Trump fumes over court ruling on election
The US Supreme Court has rejected a Texas-based lawsuit to overturn the election results.
'We have just begun to fight': Trump remains defiant after Supreme Court blow
The President blasts the court and AG Bill Barr as his supporters gather in Washington DC.
It's over: Supreme Court rejects Trump allies' last-ditch election lawsuit
Lawsuit filed by Texas against 4 other states was Trump's last hope of reversing result.
Why do so many Americans think the election was stolen?
New York Times: Most of the election fallout has been unsurprising - except one thing.
The MAGA revolution devours its own
New York Times: Republicans are discovering the downsides of having a fanatical president.
Another blow for Trump as Nevada judge rejects election law suit
The phrase "did not prove under any standard of proof" appears 25 times in the ruling.
Niece says 'criminal, cruel and traitorous' Trump belongs in prison
"If anybody deserves to be prosecuted and tried, it's Donald," niece Mary Trump says.
Comment: The 'deep state' is on a roll
New York Times: The "deep state" exists to defend democracy - and it's winning.
'Discriminatory' law on Māori wards needs to change, urges MP
Activists petition the Government for an urgent change in legislation.
Trump may hold 2024 campaign event during Biden inauguration
Trump is reportedly preparing to steal Biden's thunder on Inauguration Day.
Rudy Giuliani's big fall: From 'America's mayor' to Trump laughing stock
Twenty years ago, Giuliani was riding the crest of a wave. Today, he's treading water.
Republican judges deny appeal, Trump to try Supreme Court
"Voters, not lawyers, choose the president. Ballots, not briefs, decide elections."
Turkey jails hundreds for life over 2016 coup attempt
New York Times: More than 4000 people have been convicted on coup-related charges.
Macron's rightward push sows alarm in France
New York Times: New laws in France signal a drift toward repression in government policy.
Journalist exposes top Republicans who loathe Trump
Watergate journalist Carl Bernstein says 21 senators have "expressed extreme contempt".
Hong Kong activists to plead guilty to protest charges
Those found guilty of unlawful assembly could face as long as five years in prison.
NZers want parliamentary term increased
90 per cent of Kiwis also have full trust and confidence in the democratic process.