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What happens if Mitch McConnell is unable to finish his US Senate term?
The longtime party leader’s absence from the Senate is likely to have repercussions for the Republican agenda.
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US intelligence director pick refuses to acknowledge Trump loss in 2020
Jay Clayton, often in circuitous fashion, avoided saying Joe Biden won 2020 race during his confirmation hearing.
Todd Blanche’s loyalty to Trump questioned in Senate confirmation hearing
Blanche’s actions have raised questions about the independence of the Department of Justice, which he currently leads.
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How US-Iran escalation will test Iraq’s balancing act
The Iraqi PM visited the White House to deepen economic ties, as Iraq-based allies of Iran threatened to fight the US.
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Why has Lindsey Graham’s sister inherited his Senate seat after his death?
The late senator’s sister, the politically inexperienced Darline Graham Nordone, has inherited his office and powers.
From: NewsFeed
Lindsey Graham’s sister sworn in to fill his US Senate seat
Lindsey Graham’s sister sworn in to fill his US Senate seat
Published On 15 Jul 2026
From: NewsFeed
Nearly 75% of Americans think there’s too much money in politics
The US is set to have some of the most expensive elections in history.
Published On 15 Jul 2026
US Senate Democrats block defence bill over Iran war, Israel integration
The Senate votes 50-46 to block debate on the annual defence bill over war funding and defence cooperation with Israel.
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What we know about UK politician Ann Widdecombe’s murder
The former politician was found dead in her home last week after sustaining ‘serious injuries’, according to police.
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ICE kills 26-year-old in Maine: What happened, and who else has ICE killed?
More than 60 people have died in ICE shootings or while in detention since Donald Trump returned to power.
Hungary’s parliament votes to oust president in latest anti-Orban move
Hungarian parliament passes amendment that would remove President Sulyok, appointed under ex-Prime Minister Orban.
