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Anthony Fauci to face grilling from Senate Republicans on Covid pandemic
Former NIAID Director Anthony Fauci is scheduled to testify before the Senate on the origins of COVID-19, as Republicans continue investigating pandemic-related research funding.
Why Texas’ redistricting plan isn’t a sure bet
Texas Republicans designed a new congressional map aimed at flipping five Democratic seats, but the plan’s success depends on whether 2024 voting patterns hold in the midterms.
The first midterm primaries of 2026, by the numbers
Texas held the year’s first marquee primaries, with voting issues in the Democratic Senate race and a tight Republican contest headed to a runoff. One House incumbent lost reelection while several others faced uncertain outcomes.
Religion isn’t just for the right: five ways progressives are invoking ‘religious freedom’ laws
Progressive religious groups are increasingly using religious freedom laws to challenge Trump administration policies on abortion access, ICE enforcement, and other civil liberties issues, mirroring tactics long employed by social conservatives.
Kamala Harris endorses Democrat Troy Jackson, in Maine’s US Senate race after last-minute nomination
Former Vice President Kamala Harris endorsed Maine Democratic Senate candidate Troy Jackson, who secured his party’s nomination through a special convention after the original nominee withdrew.
Democrat’s TV ad targets data centers in drive to oust Republican from swing Pennsylvania House seat
Democrat Paige Cognetti is airing a TV ad targeting artificial intelligence data centers in her challenge to Republican Rep. Rob Bresnahan in a swing Pennsylvania congressional district where communities oppose such projects.
First Thing: Pentagon accused of disrespecting war dead as Trump threatens to resume Iran war
The Pentagon reclassified Iran war casualties as “overseas operations,” drawing criticism from military veterans who say the change disrespects the war dead. President Trump meanwhile warned of resuming military action against Iran if diplomatic talks fail.
Ex-FCC officials warn agency sending ‘chilling message’ with ABC license review
Former FCC officials from both parties warn the agency is sending a “chilling message” to broadcasters by reviewing ABC’s license renewals following Trump criticism.
Trump administration needs to stop ‘public harassment’ of Fauci and scientists, open letter says
Over 155 scientists and physicians issued an open letter calling for an end to what they characterize as harassment of American scientists by the Trump administration, ahead of Anthony Fauci’s congressional testimony.
Chris Mason: Accusations around Farage leave him looking vulnerable to his rivals
PA MediaChris MasonPolitical editor6 July 2026Once again, the Reform UK leader Nigel Farage is in the news and at the heart of the headlines are power, transparency and money.Vast amounts of money, in the view of his critics far too little transparency and a party...
UK fighter jets intercept Russian plane over Norwegian Sea
PA MediaJames GregoryPolitical reporter6 July 2026UK fighter jets intercepted a Russian maritime patrol aircraft after it "repeatedly approached" a carrier strike group in the Norwegian Sea, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) said.The Russian Bear-F plane passed at low...
Farage says he’s ‘done no wrongdoing’ after benefits from ally not declared
Getty ImagesRichard WheelerPolitical reporter41 minutes agoNigel Farage said he has "done no wrongdoing" after it emerged he did not declare benefits provided by an ally once convicted of fraud in the US.The Sunday Times said George Cottrell's support included...
Overseas voters moving to UK could face £100,000 donations cap for year
PA MediaRichard WheelerPolitical reporter7 hours agoOverseas voters moving to the UK would be prevented from giving more than £100,000 in political donations for a year after their arrival, under new proposals.Ministers announced the planned restriction alongside...
Police leadership needs fundamental overhaul, review finds
Getty ImagesAmy Walker7 hours agoPolice leadership is not consistently of a high enough standard and requires a fundamental overhaul, a landmark independent review has warned.The report by the Police Leadership Commission, published on Monday, found the system for...
‘Posh George’: Who is aristocrat and convicted criminal at heart of Farage controversy?
Getty ImagesGeorge Wright5 July 2026Until Saturday night, little was known about the relationship between Nigel Farage and convicted criminal George Cottrell.Now, the 32-year-old aristocrat is at the centre of the latest controversy surrounding the Reform UK leader,...
Reform denies rules broken by Farage after benefits from ally not declared
To play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser.This video can not be playedNick Eardley, Political correspondent and Richard Wheeler, Political reporter5 July 2026, 02:33 BSTUpdated 1 hour agoRobert Jenrick says "no rules have been broken whatsoever"...
Farage denies rules broken after reports benefits from ally were not declared
ReutersNick EardleyPolitical correspondent5 July 2026, 02:33 BSTUpdated 55 minutes agoNigel Farage's spokesman has denied fresh allegations the Reform UK leader may have broken parliamentary rules, after reports the MP failed to declare benefits provided by an ally...
Police leadership needs ‘ethical reset’, Lord Blunkett tells BBC
To play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser.This video can not be playedLaura Kuenssberg, Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg and Jessica Rawnsley4 July 2026The police service in England and Wales is "not good enough" and its leadership needs an...
The massive scramble behind the scenes before the new PM arrives
Laura KuenssbergSunday with Laura KuenssbergWelcome to limbo land. Unless a meteorite crashes to earth, Scotland wins the World Cup after all, or the ravens leave the Tower, in just over a fortnight, Andy Burnham will walk up Downing Street as the 59th British prime...
Starmer tells of ‘intensely personal’ decision to quit and warns Burnham in first interview since resigning
To play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser.This video can not be playedHenry ZeffmanChief political correspondent3 July 2026Sir Keir Starmer has warned his likely successor Andy Burnham will have to spend just as much time dealing with global...
Burnham rules out calling early election as PM
Getty ImagesJames GregoryPolitical reporter3 July 2026, 18:10 BSTUpdated 1 hour agoAndy Burnham has ruled out calling an early general election if he becomes prime minister later this month.Taking part in an online Ask Me Anything (AMA) session on Reddit, one user...
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