Joe Biden uses fundraisers to caution against predecessor
US President Joe Biden warns democracy is 'more at risk in 2024'.
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Rosalynn Carter, outspoken former US first lady, dead at 96
Rosalynn died on Sunday after living with dementia.
'I am your retribution': Donald Trump's extreme plans for 2025
NY Times: US governance and foreign policy face a radical shift if Trump wins re-election.
A fragile global economy is at stake as US and China seek to cool tensions at Apec summit
The world’s economy could surely benefit from a US-China detente.
Trump, facing 91 felony charges, leads Biden in battleground states
New York Times: Trump's still strong - but a conviction may turn the tide, poll suggests.
Former vice-president ends campaign for the White House
Mike Pence becomes the first major candidate to leave a race dominated by Trump.
DeSantis says Florida helped send weapons to Israel
The move could boost the Florida governor in his Republican primary campaign.
Republicans pick yet another nominee for House Speaker, desperate to end chaos
Rep. Tom Emmer abruptly withdrew in the face of opposition from Donald Trump.
Republicans attempting another vote for new House speaker
The candidate list is long and jumbled with no obvious choice for the job.
US sending defences and advisers to Middle East as Gaza ground assault looms
A ground assault into Gaza is expected in the coming days.
Trading Rancour for Rainbows - Reflections on an election from an American in Aotearoa New Zealand
Opinion: What is it about white men needing to hold ALL the power?
A polarised Australia confronts ‘Trump-style’ misinformation
NY Times: The Voice referendum has split Australia - and sparked a wave of conspiracies.
McCarthy is out as US Speaker of the House - but what happens next?
A temporary Speaker is in place, but the election of a new Speaker will take place.
Historic day as Republican House speaker Kevin McCarthy voted out
Contingent of hard-right conservatives throw House and Republican leadership into chaos.
Trump’s lawyers grapple with implications of surprise fraud ruling
New York Times: The ruling could strip Trump of control over his signature properties.
Judge rules Trump defrauded banks, insurers as he built real estate empire
Trump has repeatedly lied about his riches on his annual financial statements.
Trump campaign backtracks on handgun claim
It emerged it could be illegal for someone on federal charges to buy a gun.
Trump stops at gun shop, resuming in-person campaigning
Trumps ramps up his campaign after a weekend of online threats and accusations.
Hunter Biden to plead not guilty to firearms charges
He has also been under investigation for his business dealings.
Putin denounces 'persecution' of Trump, calls Musk 'outstanding'
New York Times: The cases against Trump will be good for Russia, Putin says.
'Allegations of abuse of power': US Speaker directs panel to open impeachment inquiry
House investigations so far 'paint a picture of a culture of corruption'.
US moves to advance prisoner swap deal with Iran
Sanction waivers clear the way for the release of $6b in Iranian funds.
First Lady Jill Biden tests positive for Covid-19
She tested positive for Covid-19 Monday but is only experiencing mild symptoms.
Donald Trump pleads not guilty in Georgia election subversion case
Former president and 18 others were charged earlier this month in a 41-count indictment.
‘Terrible experience’: Trump rages after posing for mugshot
"I believe it is a very sad day for America which should never happen."
'I did nothing wrong': Donald Trump rages as mug shot released
Former president's mug shot has been released - in a historic first.
Donald Trump leaves Georgia jail after historic surrender
County jail ready to book the former US President and leading Republican candidate.
Editorial: Why Biden might welcome Trump back to the race
OPINION: Our editorial on the trials of Donald Trump and the tribulations of Joe Biden.
'Corrupt.' 'Biased.' 'Deranged': Could Trump's taunts land him in jail?
New York Times: An ordinary defendant would be behind bars by now, legal experts say.
NYT Opinion: Trump's Georgia indictment is his most dangerous
New York Times: The former president's fourth indictment is all about the lies.
Latest Donald Trump indictment may be the biggest yet
This is wider-ranging than a federal indictment for similar activities earlier this month.
Donald Trump attacks judge after she warned him to stop
Former president blasts judge as 'highly partisan' and 'very biased and unfair'.
US Capitol riot: White House lawyers struggled to control raging Trump
Trump’s attempts to remain in power were firmly rejected by White House counsel.
Opinion: The prosecution of Donald Trump may have terrible consequences
New York Times: Ultimately, America - not Trump - will pay, says Professor Jack Goldsmith.