The Latest Breaking News on US Politics

Head of Oklahoma Public Schools Orders Teachers to Show Students Video of Him Praying for Trump

The Superintendent of Public Instruction informed school districts that they had to play a video of him inviting viewers to join him to pray for Donald Trump.

Latin Times · Nov 15, 2024

Retail sales up solidly in October as Americans showed continued willingness to spend

U.S. retail sales rose last month at a healthy pace in the latest sign that consumer spending is driving the economy’s steady growth

The Independent UK · Nov 15, 2024

Small Businesses Navigate Uncertainty Post-Election

Small business owners navigate uncertainties post-election, pondering impacts of policy proposals and economic challenges.

Top News · Nov 15, 2024

What's to gain from Scotland's 'special relationship' with the US?

This week's edition of the In Common newsletter comes from Kaitlyn Dryburgh.

The National (Scotland) · Nov 15, 2024

The boys in our liberal school are different now that Trump has won

Subtle high-fives were exchanged and remarks about the impending success of the next four years were whispered around

The Guardian - US · Nov 15, 2024

Trump sues for billions from media he says is biased against him

President-elect intensifies longstanding media hostility by filing lawsuits against New York Times, CBS and others

The Guardian - US · Nov 15, 2024

A ‘gut punch’: Trump’s alleged sexual assault victims and their advocates on his win

Trump’s alleged victims, as well as other victims of sexual abuse, voice disappointment that he was elected again

The Guardian - US · Nov 15, 2024

Online prediction betting markets look ahead after US presidential election triumph: ‘We’re just getting started’

Wagering platforms like Kalshi and Polymarket want to expand rapidly, offering bets on awards, epidemics, the economy and more, after ‘astronomical’ election growth

The Guardian - US · Nov 15, 2024

Lizzo, Quinta Brunson and Jamie Lee Curtis Leave Elon Musk's X, Alongside Many Other Celebs

They're leaving for bluer skiers.

Marie Claire · Nov 15, 2024

Trump’s Return Could Make Trudeau Look Smaller than Ever

Polls suggest the former president’s comeback won’t revive Liberal fortunes

The Walrus · Nov 15, 2024