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Trump critic Liz Cheney loses Republican primary

Election conspiracy theorist Harriet Hageman's rout of Cheney was a testament to former President Donald Trump's influence in the US Republican Party.

August 17, 2022

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Cheney in her concession speech alluded to a political future beyond Capitol Hill that could include a 2024 presidential run

Cheney's fate in Wyoming is a final test of Trump's hold over the GOP

August 16, 2022

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Donald Trump does not oppose US bid to unseal Mar-a-Lago search warrant

August 12, 2022

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August 11, 2022

US Justice Department moves to unseal Trump Mar-a-Lago search warrant

US Attorney General Merrick Garland said he "personally" approved the FBI search on Donald Trump's Florida home, and would seek legal approval to reveal more details of why a search warrant had been issued.

August 11, 2022

FBI agents raided Mar-a-Lago on Monday, reportedly in search of classified documents

August 10, 2022

Donald Trump refuses to answer questions in New York investigation

Former US President Donald Trump has said he declined to answer questions as part of a New York investigation into his family's business practices.

August 10, 2022

GETTY IMAGES / Donald Trump arrived at the New York attorney general's office for questioning on Wednesday

August 09, 2022

‘Best is yet to come’: Trump releases campaign-style video after FBI raid

Hours after the FBI raided his home, Donald Trump posted an apocalyptic-sounding campaign-style video saying the US has become a “failing nation”.

August 09, 2022

Trump supporters gather near his Mar-A-Lago residence. Picture: Giorgio Viera/AFP

July 30, 2022

US President Joe Biden tests positive for Covid after 'rebound' infection

US President Joe Biden has tested positive for Covid-19 again, in what has been described as a "rebound" infection by his doctor.

July 30, 2022

July 23, 2022

Steve Bannon convicted of contempt of Congress for defying Capitol attack subpoena

Jury finds former Trump adviser guilty on two counts of criminal contempt for refusing to appear before House committee

July 23, 2022

Steve Bannon arrives at court in Washington on Friday. Photograph: Jemal Countess/UPI/Rex/Shutterstock

July 21, 2022

Joe Biden tests positive for Covid

The President is experiencing “mild symptoms”, the White House said in a statement

July 21, 2022

US President Joe Biden. (Photo by MANDEL NGAN / AFP)

July 19, 2022

Biden can't control the one thing that could save his presidency

Whatever happened in the past, it's clear that until Biden can convince the country he has inflation under control, his political fortunes are not likely to improve.

July 19, 2022

July 17, 2022

Ted Cruz claims high court gay marriage legalization was ‘clearly wrong’

Controversial US Senator Ted Cruz has discussed the possibility of reversing gay marriage legalization, calling the decision “clearly wrong”.

July 17, 2022

Senator Ted Cruz said the decision to legalise gay marriage was ‘overreaching’. Picture: Leah Millis/AFP

July 12, 2022

Is Joe Biden too old to be President?

It’s a question that has provided ample fodder for Republicans, while Democrats and most of the American media have been reluctant to broach it – until now.

July 12, 2022

Joe Biden turns 80 in November. Picture: Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images/AFP

July 10, 2022

Biden’s approval rating falls even further

29% of voters approve of US president’s performance, Civiqs daily tracking survey has shown

July 10, 2022

US President Joe Biden © Kent Nishimura / Los Angeles Times via Getty Images

July 02, 2022

Cassidy Hutchinson: Sinister phone call before former White House aide’s testimony to Congress

Before delivering testimony that rocked the US this week, a former White House staffer allegedly received an ominous phone call.

July 02, 2022

Ms Hutchinson is one of the witnesses who was allegedly pressured ahead of her testimony by Mr Trump’s allies. Picture: Stefani Reynolds/AFP

June 25, 2022

‘Hero’ judge blamed as US fury rages

The late, great Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg is being roasted after her death for a decision many say would have saved America from its abortion nightmare.

June 25, 2022

Some liberals are blaming late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg for not retiring earlier to make room for another progressive judge. Picture: Madel Ngan/AFP

June 19, 2022

Julian Assange has no prayer against the ‘Empire of Lies’

The Wikileaks co-founder is bound for a show trial by politicians desperate for votes

June 19, 2022

FILE PHOTO. WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange. © Daniel LEAL / AFP

June 18, 2022

Economy is Already Collapsing, Majority of Americans Believe

The new poll also suggested that most Americans don't think the economy will improve any time soon.

June 18, 2022

The share of Americans who believe the U.S. is in a recession crossed the 50 percent mark this month. People walk by the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on June 14, 2022 in New York City SPENCER PLATT/GETTY

June 04, 2022

Former Trump adviser Peter Navarro charged with contempt of Congress

Prosecutors allege he defied requests for information from committee investigating January 6 assault

June 04, 2022

Peter Navarro faces a possible prison term if convicted on the contempt of Congress brought against him © AP

June 04, 2022

Trump-backed celebrity doctor wins Pennsylvania Senate primary

Trump-backed celebrity doctor Mehmet Oz will run as the next Republican senator for Pennsylvania after his opponent conceded the race.

June 04, 2022

May 18, 2022

Pennsylvania primary: Trump-backed 'Dr Oz' in cliffhanger vote count

A Trump-backed celebrity doctor's campaign to run as the next Republican senator for Pennsylvania has come down to a nail-biting conclusion.

May 18, 2022

REUTERS / Mehmet Oz won Mr Trump's backing