The Latest Breaking News from Democracy

Critics argue Reza Pahlavi’s monarchical ambitions and ties to Israel undermine his claims of advocating for democracy.

On March 25, 2025, a Turkish PhD student at Tufts University, Rümeysa Öztürk, was walking in a Boston suburb when she was detained by plain-clothed federal agents. A video of the encounter went viral, sparking fear and outrage in the United States and beyond.

The welfare bill passed, but it was chaos. A party this dysfunctional and divided cannot escape the wrath of voters at the next election, says John McDonnell, former Labour shadow chancellor

Letters: Guardian readers respond to George Monbiot’s column about plans for the Lower Thames Crossing

Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) is calling out billionaire interference in New York City politics, warning that the mayoral race has become a battle over the soul of democracy. 

Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s suspension raises the possibility of renewed instability in Thailand, a still fragile democracy that has suffered several similar bouts of uncertainty.

“Bill Moyers? He’s spectacular!” George Clooney said – and no wonder.

Former monarch Juan Carlos I will publish "Reconciliation", his memoirs at the end of the year. The book will explore his controversial private life, his role in Spain's democracy and reflections from his exile in Abu Dhabi. He's now revealing all he says because his 'story' is being stolen.

Working with the Trump administration, the data company could be used to target the president’s opponents