Politics

‘Don’t let them take it away!’ Trump congratulates ‘Crazy Bernie’ as Sanders wins big in Nevada

Evoking painful memories, US President Donald Trump has expressed hope his potential Democratic contender won’t be robbed of the nomination this time, as Bernie Sanders is heading for a decisive victory in Nevada caucus.

February 22, 2020

Michael Bloomberg had a bad week. Picture: NBC NewsSource:Supplied

One error behind $460 million humiliation

February 22, 2020

Roger Stone accompanied by his wife Nydia Stone, left, arrives for his sentencing at federal court in Washington on Thursday. The staunch ally of U.S. President Donald Trump had earlier filed a motion pressing for a new trial. (Manuel Balce Ceneta�

Trump associate Roger Stone sentenced to 40 months in prison after rollercoaster trial

February 20, 2020

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February 20, 2020

Bloomberg roundly attacked by rivals in fiercest Democratic debate so far

Billionaire’s record on policing and discrimination condemned

February 20, 2020

Bloomberg with Warren and Sanders. Photograph: Mario Tama/Getty Images

February 20, 2020

Mike Bloomberg is the clear loser of his first presidential debate after getting dunked on from all sides

Mike Bloomberg faced his first true test as a candidate on Wednesday night's Democratic debate in Nevada.

February 20, 2020

The Democratic presidential candidates Elizabeth Warren, Bernie Sanders, and Joe Biden at the Democratic presidential debate in Las Vegas on Wednesday night. Mario Tama/Getty Images

February 16, 2020

Mike Bloomberg adds Capricia Marshall, top Clinton ally, to 2020 campaign

“Hiring Capricia is a very smart move. She’s a big deal.”

February 16, 2020

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February 12, 2020

Trump hails Barr for ‘taking charge’ of Roger Stone case as Democrats call for attorney general’s resignation

A Justice Department spokeswoman did not return a request for comment on what exact role Barr has played in Stone’s case.

February 12, 2020

President Trump shakes hands with Attorney General William Barr during an event at the White House last year. (Andrew Harnik/AP)

February 11, 2020

Andrew Yang Ends 2020 Presidential Campaign

The 45-year-old entrepreneur was one of the breakout stars of the Democratic primary race, building a following that started largely online but expanded to give him enough donors and polling numbers to qualify for the first six debates.

February 11, 2020

February 10, 2020

Why a young former mayor is surging in US election

Pete Buttigieg has surged towards the top of the pack ahead of New Hampshire's Democratic primary on Tuesday. He's drawing more attention from voters - and more attacks from presidential rivals who view this newcomer to national politics as a serious threat.

February 10, 2020

February 09, 2020

Iowa Democratic Party projects Buttigieg wins most delegates, but Sanders a close 2nd

Warren, Biden and Klobuchar are also projected to receive delegates.

February 09, 2020

Democratic 2020 U.S. presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg speaks at a campaign town hall event at Salem High School in Salem, N.H., Feb. 9, 2020.Democratic 2020 U.S. presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg speaks at a campaign town hall event at Salem High

February 08, 2020

Trump fires two major impeachment figures -- Alexander Vindman and Gordon Sondland

Alexander Vindman was told his services were no longer required. Photograph: Michael Brochstein/Zuma/Rex/Shutterstock

February 08, 2020

Both men delivered damaging testimony in inquiry

February 07, 2020

At last, Iowa results. So who won and lost?

The Iowa caucuses used to be viewed as messy but endearing. Now they're just a mess. Three days after Democrats across the state gathered to vote for, and haggle over, their preferred presidential nominee, results are in - but the dust still hasn't fully settled.

February 07, 2020

At last, Iowa results. So who won and lost?

February 06, 2020

President Trump Denounces ‘Terrible Ordeal’ of Impeachment

A day after acquittal, Trump says he, his family and the country were put through an ordeal by ‘dishonest and corrupt people’

February 06, 2020

February 05, 2020

Sen. Mitt Romney will vote to convict Trump, breaking with fellow Republicans

The president is expected to be acquitted by the Senate in a few hours.

February 05, 2020

February 05, 2020

Mitt Romney Will Vote to Convict Trump Ahead of Expected Acquittal

With an expected vote later Wednesday to acquit President Trump in the impeachment vote, Sen. Mitt Romney said he would vote to convict the president on the first article of impeachment, abuse of power, breaking from his Republican Party.7862 minutes ago

February 05, 2020

Mitt Romney Will Vote to Convict Trump Ahead of Expected Acquittal

February 05, 2020

Nancy Pelosi rips up copy of State of the Union speech from Trump

Pelosi later called the address "a dirty speech."

February 05, 2020

Mandel Ngan/AFP via Getty ImagesVice President Mike Pence claps as Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi rips a copy of President Donald Trump speech after he delivers the State of the Union address at the US Capitol in Washington, Feb. 4, 2020.Vice Pr

February 05, 2020

State of the Union: 5 key takeaways

Trump eschewed any direct reference to the months-long impeachment process,

February 05, 2020

House Speaker Rep. Nancy Pelosi rips up pages of the State of the Union speech after President Donald Trump finishes his State of the Union speech in the U.S. House of Representatives on Feb. 04, 2020 in Washington, DC.House Speaker Rep. Nancy Pelosi rips

February 04, 2020

Iowa Reports No Caucus Winner After ‘Inconsistencies’ Bedevil Count

State party officials will double check all the results by hand after delays and "inconsistencies" in reporting.

February 04, 2020

Unmute Will Voters Trust the Results of the Iowa Fiasco?

February 04, 2020

Iowa caucus: Chaos at key vote as results delayed

Results from voting in Iowa, the first round in the contest to pick a Democratic candidate to face President Donald Trump, have been plunged into chaos by apparent technology issues.

February 04, 2020

February 03, 2020

Coronavirus: China admits 'shortcomings and deficiencies'

China's top leadership has admitted "shortcomings and deficiencies" in the country's response to the deadly coronavirus outbreak.

February 03, 2020

GETTY IMAGES / The Chinese government says the US has "spread fear" instead of offering help