The Latest Breaking News on US Politics

A major witness in the Mar-a-Lago documents case flipped his testimony after switching from Trump PAC lawyer

Witness changed statements ‘immediately’ after switching attorneys to public defender

The Independent UK · Aug 23, 2023

Trump said to be planning huge tariffs for his second term that experts fear could spark global trade war

The former president reportedly hosted economic advisers at a New Jersey dinner last week

The Independent UK · Aug 23, 2023

8 things to know ahead of the first Republican presidential debate

Here’s what you can expect from the GOP’s first debate — not including missing the star of the show, ex-President Donald Trump.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 23, 2023

Ahead of first GOP presidential debate, Illinois Republicans tread carefully

In Illinois, many current and former Republicans are steering clear of weighing in on Donald Trump’s absence from Wednesday’s GOP presidential debate in Milwaukee.

Chicago Sun-Times · Aug 22, 2023

Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey: New York roundup

New York is holding elections, including for state and municipal offices, on Sept. 12, 2023, and Nov. 7, 2023, respectively. A number of candidates running in these elections completed Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey. These survey responses allow voters to hear directly from candidates about what motivates them to run for…

Ballotpedia · Aug 22, 2023

Donald Trump to surrender at Fulton county jail on Thursday night

Exclusive: Trump had lawyers negotiate booking to take place during prime viewing hours to get maximum television ratings

The Guardian - US · Aug 22, 2023

Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey: North Carolina roundup

North Carolina is holding elections, including for state executive offices, on Nov. 7, 2023, and Nov. 5, 2024. A number of candidates running in these elections completed Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey. These survey responses allow voters to hear directly from candidates about what motivates them to run for office.

Ballotpedia · Aug 22, 2023

Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey: Florida roundup

Florida is holding elections, including for legislative offices, on Aug. 20, 2024. A number of candidates running in these elections completed Ballotpedia’s Candidate Connection survey. These survey responses allow voters to hear directly from candidates about what motivates them to run for office.

Ballotpedia · Aug 22, 2023

Twelve new candidates declare in Florida

Twelve new candidates declared their intent to run for state-level offices in Florida between Aug. 14 and Aug. 20, according to Ballotpedia’s ongoing tracking. This was 11 more candidates than the prior week. 

Ballotpedia · Aug 22, 2023

Trump co-defendant Mark Meadows asks judge to block his arrest in Georgia

Former White House chief of staff is among 19 defendants charged in the Georgia election interference case

The Guardian - US · Aug 22, 2023