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Congressional Democrats began calling on Biden to end his reelection campaign as the GOP put pressure on vulnerable incumbents.

The US Supreme Court has made a hugely significant and equally controversial judgment. It is one which could affect the results of the 2024 election, the rule of law and democratic institutions in the United States and shape the powers of the nation’s highest office for years to come.

For the past week, I’ve been feeding UK party manifestos into the politics management game, to simulate their results five years on … Are you ready to be dismayed?

Chuck Schumer says ruling will undermine supreme court’s credibility and calls it ‘a sad day for our democracy’

Biden campaign criticizes Trump's behavior and Supreme Court ruling, highlighting threats to democracy and the rule of law.

Biden’s deputy campaign manager said, of the Supreme Court immunity decision: ‘The Supreme Court just gave Trump a permission slip to assassinate and jail whoever he wants’

Senate Majority Leader and congressional Democrats criticize Supreme Court ruling on presidential powers, citing threats to democracy and accountability.

Justice Sonia Sotomayor's dissent warns of unchecked presidential power and the erosion of democracy, emphasizing the need for accountability.

Popular protests have surged around the world over the last decade. But do they work? And what lessons can be learnt from communities who have a history of militant protests?

"Democrats are finally upping their patriotism game"

Decreased support for the African National Congress (ANC) in South Africa’s elections on 29 May was expected. But a decline from 57% to 40% marked a turning point in the country’s democracy. It also confirmed the general decline in popularity of former liberation movements as governments in southern Africa.