Senate majority leader calls out Democratic colleagues by nameBiden delivers most direct appeal yet for filibuster reformDemocracy on the line: Biden under pressure to act on voting rightsThe price of goods and services in the US continue to rise at ra…
The Guardian view on Trump’s mob, a year on: threats to democracy grow
On the anniversary of the US Capitol riot, the danger is not over. Republicans are stepping up their assault upon voters’ rights and essential institutions The threat to American democracy may be greater today than when the insurrectionist mob swept in…
More than 40% in US do not believe Biden legitimately won election – poll
Axios-Momentive poll also finds majority of Americans fear repeat of Capitol attack in next few yearsMore than 40% of Americans still do not believe that Joe Biden legitimately won the 2020 presidential election despite no evidence of widespread voter …
Trump cancels news conference for Capitol attack anniversary – US politics live
Press conference at Mar-a-Lago canceled to Republicans’ reliefMerrick Garland to speak on DoJ investigation into insurrectionTrump’s ‘cult-like control’ of party grows stronger, a year onCNN is reporting that Stephanie Grisham, former White House press…
US Congress reports unprecedented surge in Covid-19 cases – live
Uptick comes amid a rise in new cases across the countryDemocrats bid to change Senate rules if GOP thwart voting rights reformDemocrats set to bring voting rights protections bill to SenateSign up to receive First Thing – our daily briefing by emailMo…
Biden to speak with Putin amid Russia’s increased presence near Ukraine
Two leaders will discuss a range of topics, including ‘upcoming diplomatic engagements in Russia’Joe Biden will speak on Thursday with Vladimir Putin regarding the Russian leader’s increased security demands in eastern Europe.The two leaders will discu…
Caller tells Joe Biden ‘Let’s go Brandon’ during White House Christmas event
The saying has became an internet sensation as a coded vulgarity among Trump supportersA vulgar anti-Biden slogan made for an awkward moment on Friday during Joe Biden’s phone calls with children tracking Santa’s flight when a father said, “Let’s Go Br…
Can Biden really crack down on tech monopolies?
There is still too much gray area in the rules to enforce antitrust law, but with a few changes to the approach, good intentions may lead to new policy, penalties and prosecution.
New York attorney general reportedly seeking testimony from Trump in fraud investigation – live
New York AG Letitia James ends gubernatorial bidLetitia James asks former president to come to her office for depositionBiden says saving democracy is ‘the challenge of our time’Analysis: can Biden’s ‘divisive’ democracy summit deliver?Biden remembers …
Eastern and central European nations urge Nato unity in Biden-Russia talks
Concern among officials about US reaching ‘accommodation’ with Putin over UkraineJoe Biden’s announcement that a group of Nato countries will hold talks with Moscow has caused concern on the alliance’s eastern flank, where members close to Russia have …