Trump on immigrants: ‘We got a lot of bad genes in our country right now’
The former president went after immigrants on Monday, linking crime to genetics.
JD Vance
Walz downplays past false statements in rare interview
The Minnesota governor also attempted to make a stronger case for the Democratic ticket.
Donald Trump fans ask: Where’s Nigel Farage? (And — who is he, again?)
The Reform UK leader is stuck at home amid accusations he’s been an absent new MP.
Trump moves past the assassination attempt. His supporters have too.
“You cannot let it outweigh the things that we need to do for the country to get us back on track,” said one supporter.
Trump’s return to Butler marks a dramatically changed US race
“There’s a message here, right? To come back to the scene,” said one Republican.
Biden says he is ‘concerned’ about election being ‘peaceful’
“I’m concerned about what they’re going to do,” the president told reporters, referring to Donald Trump and his running mate JD Vance.
Dead even: POLITICO snap poll shows stark division on Walz-Vance VP debate
The results reflect the country’s hyper-polarized politics.
Vance did what Trump failed to do in the debate
Vance, unlike Trump, delivered a sharply focused critique of Kamala Harris.
It was a very Midwestern debate. And Vance won.
The Ohio senator has a reputation for knowing when to turn up the heat. The debate proved he can turn on the charm, too.
It was a very Midwestern debate. And Vance won.
The Ohio senator has a reputation for knowing when to turn up the heat. The debate proved he can turn on the charm, too.
JD Vance and Tim Walz battle over abortion and Donald Trump’s election denial
After a somewhat shaky start, Walz managed to hold Vance’s feet to the fire on the Democrats’ key issues.
The big VP debate takeaway: Neither candidate delivered the goods
Walz and Vance played defense for the presidential nominees.
Walz and Vance clash politely, at policy-heavy vice presidential debate
Democrat Tim Walz and Republican JD Vance clashed on Tuesday (1 October) at a vice presidential debate that was surprisingly civil in the final stretch of an ugly election campaign marred by inflammatory rhetoric and two assassination attempts.
JD Vance won the VP debate — but only on style
The Ohio senator has a reputation for knowing when to turn up the heat. The debate proved he can turn on the charm, too.
Trump vows to veto any federal abortion ban — after previously refusing to commit
Former President Donald Trump said Tuesday he would veto a federal abortion ban after previously declining to say whether he would do so. “Everyone knows I would not support a federal abortion ban, under any circumstances, and would, in fact, veto it, because it is up to the states to decide based on the will […]
Trump vows to veto any federal abortion ban — after previously refusing to commit
Former President Donald Trump said Tuesday he would veto a federal abortion ban after previously declining to say whether he would do so. “Everyone knows I would not support a federal abortion ban, under any circumstances, and would, in fact, veto it, because it is up to the states to decide based on the will […]
JD Vance and Tim Walz discuss climate change and Middle East escalation in vice presidential debate
It was the first, and probably last, encounter between Minnesota’s Democratic governor and Ohio’s Republican senator, following last month’s debate between the tops of their tickets, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump.
We watched Walz’s and Vance’s previous debates. Expect a slugfest.
A review of the vice presidential contenders’ past debates suggests a fiery clash is likely.
Harris, Trump virtually tied in battleground polls
New polls show the presidential candidates neck and neck in key battleground states that could determine the course of the race.
How the Trump-Vance platform could win or lose
Donald Trump never stops talking about immigration, trade and the economy. Those policy areas have animated all three of the former president’s campaigns for the White House, and he often finds ways to morph other topics into border security, tariffs, taxes and inflation when he’s riffing on the campaign trail. And for years — amid […]
Trump vows to negotiate Ukraine-Russia deal that’s ‘good for both sides’ during Zelenskyy meeting
In his first face-to-face meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy in more than four years, Donald Trump said he’d work with Ukraine and Russia to find a solution that’s “good for both sides” to end the war and emphasized he has strong relationships with both the Ukrainian president and Russian President Vladimir Putin. “We have a very […]
Everything you need to know about the upcoming Vance-Walz VP debate
The pair is set to debate in New York City next week.
Republicans have a message for Zelenskyy: Stay out of US politics
Trump’s allies on the Hill and beyond are sensitive to any perceived slights against the former president.
Ukraine war briefing: Trump to meet Zelenskyy, and refuses to say if Ukraine should cede territory to Russia
Former president to meet Ukrainian president at Trump Tower on Friday amid fierce criticism of his campaign’s plans to end Russia’s invasion. What we know on day 947See all our Russia-Ukraine war coverageIn an apparent U-turn late on Thursday, Donald T…
Iranians indicted in connection with Trump campaign hack
The indictment could be unveiled as soon as Friday.
Facing Republican attacks, Zelenskyy looks to sell White House on victory
Republicans are sharply criticizing his Sunday visit to a Pennsylvania munitions factory.
Walz, Buttigieg step up debate prep in Minneapolis
Tim Walz faces off against JD Vance in the vice presidential debate Oct. 1 in New York.
Russia-Ukraine war live: Volodymyr Zelenskyy says ending war at Ukraine’s expense is ‘unacceptable’
Ukraine president issues rebuke to Donald Trump’s running mate JD Vance who has pushed for negotiations with RussiaRelations with Russia should be reconsidered after its war in Ukraine is over, French President Emmanuel Macron said yesterday. He was sp…
Trump says it’s ‘too late’ after Harris agrees to Oct. 23 debate on CNN
The former president’s comments come after Harris goaded her opponent to accept another face-off.
Ukraine’s victory plan: bold and speedy steps needed from allies
Zelenskyy to discuss proposal with Biden, Harris and Trump during trip to U.S. next week.
Inside Trump’s electoral firewall
If the former president wins the East Coast trio of Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Georgia, he will go back to the White House.
Meet JD Vance’s English philosopher king
Conservative academic James Orr has been described as the Republican vice presidential candidate’s “British sherpa.”
Why is Trump campaigning in blue New York?
The battleground House district he’s visiting holds the answer.
Harris refuses to veer off script in her second high-profile interview
The vice president’s appearance at the NABJ event follows Donald Trump’s combative sit-down interview with the association.
Trump and Vance’s pet-eating claims pose dilemma for endangered House Republicans
Now, they can’t escape it with Trump, Vance and AI-generated memes keeping the myth alive.
Trump called for ‘unity’ after the first assassination attempt. Not this time.
The incident came up only briefly on a regularly scheduled call with surrogates and advisers.
Vance and Walz to speak at gathering of CEOs this week
The two vice presidential nominees have previously bashed elite corporate interests.
Republicans outraged over possible assassination attempt: ‘They are going to keep trying to kill Trump’
Denunciations of political violence from across the political spectrum quickly gave way to partisan finger-pointing.
Vance backtracks on whether Trump would veto national abortion ban
“I’ve learned my lesson on speaking for the president before he and I have actually talked about an issue,” Vance said.
Donald Trump says he hates Taylor Swift
In a post on Truth Social, Trump made it clear he will not be singing her praises.
Switzerland’s unusual form of democracy takes aim at Eurovision
The famous singing competition is highlighting a striking aspect of Switzerland’s form of government.
Peace plan should not be imposed on Ukraine from the outside, US’s Sullivan says
Earlier this week JD Vance said Ukraine would have to leave Russia its territories and forget about NATO for a peace settlement
Vance would have asked for new electors instead of certifying 2020 election results
Trump’s current running mate said Pence “could have done more.”
Trump confronts his ‘weak spot’ at the debate
The former president lags by double digits with this key constituency.
Harris vs Trump im TV-Duell
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Trump throws full support behind Florida pot legalization as DeSantis fights it
Trump also said he supported reclassifying marijuana under federal law.
‘Everyone’s mad’: Inside crypto’s civil war over the US elections
Crypto industry players are at odds over how to influence races for the White House and Congress.
After court appearance, Trump rails against legal cases, his lawyers and the election
“I’m disappointed in my legal talent,” he told reporters.
Democrats target Trump’s muddled abortion message
The Harris campaign launched a bus tour on reproductive rights in the former president’s adopted home state of Florida, where abortion laws are a centerpiece of the forthcoming election.
Harris says Trump ‘disrespected sacred ground’ after Arlington Cemetery incident
In response, Trump’s campaign has re-upped criticism of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris over the U.S. pullout from Afghanistan and the resulting deaths of 13 service members.
How Republicans and Democrats paint starkly different pictures of America
This summer’s conventions featured strongly diverging visions of the future — and the present.
‘The commander-in-chief test’: Harris and Trump are sparring over the military. It’s not a new playbook.
Attacks over the military are part of a decades-old political playbook. This year, both candidates are vulnerable to military-based attacks — and neither is pulling punches.
Walz says his military record ‘speaks for itself’ in CNN interview
Minnesota governor says he’s proud of his 24 years in the National Guard.
Trump taps presidential race drop-out RFK Jr. for his transition team
Kennedy and Gabbard join a team that includes co-chair Linda McMahon.
Steve Hilton, the British ex-Fox News host, wants to run for California governor
Hilton has supported Trump, but he’s also leaned into his own brand of “positive populism.”
Trump’s campaign has earthly problems. But he’s focusing on outer space.
The approach is supported by top National Guard leaders, lawmakers and top leaders in both parties from states with space missions.
How Kamala Harris is winning back California tech donors
As the Democratic nominee, the California tech world is returning to Kamala Harris’ side — if she can form a strong enough platform that speaks to their main concerns.
Vance says Trump would veto a national abortion ban
“He said that explicitly that he would,” the Ohio senator told NBC host Kristen Welker.
Trump tries to reset his campaign after brutal month
Trump’s prospects of winning in November are nowhere near as bright as they once were.
Oprah Winfrey takes stage in Chicago to praise Kamala Harris
She defended the so-called childless cat ladies disparaged by JD Vance.
Trump slams Obamas for ‘getting personal’
“They’re getting personal all night, these people,” Trump said, referring to Barack and Michelle Obama.
The US divide on foreign policy
This gap between Democrats and Republicans on foreign policy — and America’s role in the world — is one that’s been steadily evolving over the past decade. And it’s a shift that reflects a fundamental change in the Republican Party.
Michelle Obama abandons her own plea to ‘go high’
The former first lady’s political outlook has changed in the face of the former president’s third presidential run.
Donald Trump’s dream team: Musk, Orbán and Farage
The would-be U.S. president wants the X boss in his team. But who else could get a top job?
Trump says he would not enforce Comstock, angering anti-abortion groups
Many prominent conservatives and anti-abortion activists were outraged by the remark, calling it “nonsensical” and “cowardly.”
5 global trends that will shape the US election
Tumultuous overseas events like Brexit are often harbingers of U.S. elections. What will be this year’s?
9 times politicians reached for Ozempic — or more trad diets
From Ozempic to “bulletproof” coffee, politicians are just like the rest of us when it comes to seeking a shortcut to slim.
9 times politicians reached for Ozempic — or more trad diets
From Ozempic to “bulletproof” coffee, politicians are just like the rest of us when it comes to seeking a shortcut to slim.
Trump tries to stay on message — sort of
He still wasn’t able to resist railing off the cuff against Harris.
Democratic convention reinvents itself for a new headliner
DNC organizers are scrambling to put the vice president’s stamp on it.
How Kamala Harris’ platform could differ from Joe Biden’s
President Joe Biden’s decision to abandon his reelection bid and endorse Vice President Kamala Harris means that Harris could soon become the standard-bearer for the Democratic Party’s biggest priorities — including abortion rights, climate change and student debt relief. Her track record as a California attorney general, a U.S. senator and Biden’s No. 2 provides only so […]
JD Vance cites 2002 Scorsese movie to defend mass deportations
The Ohio senator says ethnic neighborhoods contribute to crime.
How Kamala Harris’ platform could differ from Joe Biden’s
Here are some hints about how Harris’ agenda and Biden’s might compare if she ends up taking the oath in January.
Russia to promote anti-Ukraine politicians ahead of US election: Report
Meta says Russia-based online influence campaigns would focus on weakening the West’s support for the Eastern European country.
Walz agrees to Oct. 1 VP debate
Both Walz and Vance have voiced their eagerness to debate each other but Vance has not agreed on a date yet.
What Britain’s top diplomats really think of Donald Trump
New UK foreign ministers were heavily critical of the ‘racist’ former US president before landing plum government jobs.
Trump calls Harris ‘a beautiful woman’ in familiar playbook
For decades, Trump has built elements of his public persona around his proximity to — and crass rhetoric about — women.
Decoding military terms in the Walz-Vance debate
It can be hard to understand some of the accusations aimed at the vice presidential candidates, so we asked a veteran to decipher them.
The 5 major questions facing Kamala Harris now
The vice president has a number of pitfalls ahead.
JD Vance’s new role: attack dog
The vice presidential nominee appeared on three Sunday shows in pre-recorded interviews from Cincinnati.
Send Snoop to the Convention: What political media can learn from the Olympics
Bringing more celebrities into political coverage could make it livelier — and perhaps even more informative.
Harris takes the lead in critical Blue Wall states, new poll finds
A majority of likely voters surveyed this week said they would vote for her over Trump and think she is honest, smart and fit to govern.
‘Really, THAT song?’ Celine Dion slams Trump campaign for unauthorized use of ‘Titanic’ recording
“My Heart Will Go On” is from the soundtrack of the film “Titanic” ― a tragedy of epic proportions.
We received internal Trump documents from ‘Robert.’ Then the campaign confirmed it was hacked.
The campaign suggested Iran was to blame. POLITICO has not independently verified the identity of the hacker or their motivation.
Trump campaign says it was hacked, blames Iran
Donald Trump’s US presidential campaign said on Saturday (10 August) some of its internal communications were hacked and blamed the Iranian government, citing past hostilities between Trump and Iran without providing direct evidence.
Tim Walz’s personal story spotlights IVF. That could be a problem for Republicans.
Walz is framing IVF as an issue that affects men, too.
Trump moves to regain his footing at Mar-a-Lago
The former president recommitted to one debate and called for two more.
Trump re-commits to debating Harris on ABC after backing out
He is also proposing two more debates.
How Scooby-Doo taught Carles Puigdemont everything he knows
The Catalan separatist leader went from yesterday’s man to action hero.
Trump re-commits to debating Harris on ABC after backing out
He is also proposing two more debates.
Harris campaign tweaks Walz biography amid scrutiny of military credentials
The update comes a day after Republicans escalated attacks on his record in the Army National Guard, accusing Walz of inflating his rank at retirement.
Vance attacks Walz’s military service
The broadside is similar to the campaign to discredit 2004 Democratic nominee John Kerry over his Vietnam service.
Harris Chooses Comfort Food: Will America Bite?
PHILADELPHIA — Vice President Kamala Harris’ debut appearance with her running mate and his runner-up here Tuesday night neatly illustrated the reasoning behind her choice. Contrary to the wish-casting of the left and the sinister claims of the right, Harris didn’t select Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota because she is beholden to her party’s base or, […]
Why Kamala Harris chose Tim Walz
The vice president and Minnesota governor didn’t know each other but quickly clicked.
Tim Walz calls Viktor Orbán a dictator. For JD Vance, he’s a role model.
Opinions about the Hungarian prime minister show how much the two vice presidential candidates differ in their thinking.
55 Things to Know About Tim Walz, Kamala Harris’ Pick for VP
The governor of Minnesota had a career in the National Guard and as a high school teacher before he got into politics in the early 2000s.
Second Trump presidency could rile global economic order, trigger trade and investment war ‘on steroids’
A return of Donald Trump to the White House could fragment the global economic order and potentially trigger a full decoupling between US-allied countries and China, say experts.
Usha Vance calls ‘childless cat ladies’ comments a ‘quip’
Since joining former President Donald Trump’s ticket, JD Vance has come under significant public scrutiny over resurfaced comments.
Harris VP pick still a mystery, but Sunday pundits hunt for clues
The candidates, and most top Democrats, were absent from the airwaves Sunday as three finalists prepared to meet in person with the vice president.