Candidates go head-to-head in California governor debate
Four Democrats and two Republicans met for their first debate since former Congressman Eric Swalwell pulled out of the race after facing sexual assault allegations.
NFL 2026 draft predictions: the stars, the needs and the lower-round gems
Our writers take a look at the best prospects coming out of college, and which teams needs to nail their picks over the coming days Arvell Reese, LB/Edge, Ohio State. He is one of the best pure linebacker prospects in a generation, and he has the athletic traits to become a full-time edge defender. Some … Read more
Senate GOP rams through blueprint to bankroll ICE, Border Patrol through end of Trump era
Senate Republicans pushed their immigration funding plan forward early Thursday, adopting a budget blueprint after an all-night vote series that sets up billions for ICE and Border Patrol while sidelining Democrats. Senate Republicans adopted their budget resolution, which tees up funding for Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and Border Patrol, and effectively cuts congressional Democrats … Read more
With his Bible readings, Trump is doubling down on his God complex. Somehow, evangelical Christians are buying it | Emma Brockes
The US president is making a desperate plea to the one group that seemingly hasn’t deserted him – yet He has lost the Catholics, the foreign policy isolationists and the millions of people affected by ICE’s immigration raids. But Donald Trump is still counting on the goodwill of one powerful constituency of American voters, to … Read more
California governor candidates spar to get ahead after Eric Swalwell dropped out
Eric Swalwell dropped out of the California gubernatorial race amid sexual misconduct allegations, but his scandal was still an issue in the first debate since his exit.
Leading California governor candidates spar in first debate as topsy-turvy race heats up
Six candidates clashed over homelessness and cost of living crisis in first debate since Eric Swalwell’s exit – with a clear frontrunner still yet to emerge Six candidates vying to become the next governor of California sparred on Wednesday in the first debate since the already topsy-turvy race was plunged into upheaval by the sudden … Read more
Thursday briefing: Why the US president is losing support from crucial allies
In today’s newsletter: As political tensions rise abroad and economic pressures mount at home, Donald Trump faces a shifting landscape that is testing the loyalty of his Maga supporters Good morning. Starting a war of choice that is rapidly spiralling out of control, poll ratings at a second-term low, and a cost of living crisis … Read more
Patriots’ Mike Vrabel says he will seek counseling and miss part of NFL draft
Vrabel to miss day three of NFL draft after photos Coach says counseling will help him be ‘best version’ NFL not investigating after resort images emerge New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel is seeking counseling and will not be with the team for day three of the NFL draft on Saturday, following the publication of … Read more
Karen Bass meets with Trump at White House to push for LA wildfire relief after months of clashes
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass met with President Donald Trump at the White House on Wednesday to push for wildfire relief funding, marking a rare moment of cooperation after months of clashes. Bass shared a photo on X showing her and Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger meeting with Trump and senior administration officials in … Read more
Trump envoy asks Fifa to replace Iran with Italy at World Cup finals
US special envoy Zampolli hopes for Italy involvement Doubts remain over Iran’s participation at tournament An envoy to Donald Trump has asked Fifa to replace Iran with Italy in the upcoming World Cup, the Financial Times reported on Wednesday. The plan is an effort to repair ties between Trump and Italy’s prime minister Giorgia Meloni … Read more