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US presidential election: How states have voted since 1924

As the election nears, the US is once again confronting questions about the Electoral College system. A candidate needs 270 electoral votes to win, and a mere handful of swing states determine the outcome.

Climate

Fact check: Can humans control extreme weather like Hurricane Milton?

Evacuation orders have been issued as Florida braces for Hurricane Milton.

USA

Project 2025: The ultra-radical gameplan for a second Trump presidency

Coming in at 900 pages long and with backing from across the right, an extreme plan to remake the US system has Donald Trump's opponents terrified.

Hungary

Trump claims 'very tough guy' Orbán wants him back in office

The former president piled praise on the Hungarian leader during his speech at the Republican convention.

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USA

Trump secures Republican nomination after assassination attempt

The former president’s address was the longest convention speech in modern history at just under 93 minutes and marked the climax and conclusion of a massive four-day Republican pep rally.

USA

Does Trump’s choice of running mate spell trouble for Europe?

JD Vance is a relative political unknown - but he’s been outspoken on Ukraine and has vehemently opposed giving more aid to the war-torn nation.

USA

Republicans prepare for 2024 convention after Trump shooting

The speaker list at the GOP convention promises a week of far-right rhetoric as well as a celebration of former President Donald Trump's survival.

World News

Biden orders independent security review of deadly Trump rally

In a post on Truth Social, his social media platform, Trump said it was more important now than ever "that we stand united".

USA

Trump rival drops out of presidential race

“I just want to thank Ron and congratulate him on doing a very good job,” said Trump. “He was very gracious, and he endorsed me. I appreciate that.”

USA

Trump urges voters to vote for him in Iowa caucuses

Voting is set to begin Monday night in Iowa as former President Donald Trump eyes a victory that would send a resounding message that nothing can slow his march toward the Republican Party's 2024 nomination.

Ukraine

New US aid for Ukraine by year-end seems increasingly out of reach

The GOP has long tied US aid to Ukraine to border security - something The White House says not to do, warning that the consequences of inaction in Ukraine could be dire.

USA

Trump says he will only be a dictator 'on day one' if re-elected

Donald Trump has declined to rule out abusing power to seek retribution if he returns to the White House.

USA

Is the United States on the brink of a government shutdown?

If an agreement isn't made before midnight on Saturday, the lives of millions of American citizens could be significantly affected.

USA

Donald Trump pleads not guilty in Georgia election subversion case

Former president faces multiple criminal indictments that could see him jailed and banned from public office for life.

USA

US Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell appears to freeze up again

Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell appeared to briefly freeze up and was unable to answer a question from a reporter at an event in Kentucky on Wednesday, weeks after he had a similar episode in Washington.

USA

Trump denies new federal charges, says they are politically motivated

One day after new federal charges were filed against him, Former US President and 2024 Republican candidate, Donald Trump, addressed Iowa voters.

Culture news

Ron DeSantis-backed board votes to countersue Disney

The feud between Florida's Republican Governor Ron DeSantis and Disney continues, after The House of Mouse filed a suit against DeSantis last week.

Culture news

Everything you need to know about Disney’s big week

Disney is suing Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and more films have been announced during this year's CinemaCon convention amidst further layoffs.

Culture news

Slay! Republicans get transformed into AI drag queens

The new Instagram account @Rupublicans is making over GOP members and supporters, turning conservative men into glamorous drag queens

USA

Donald Trump to appear before court on Tuesday

Former US President Donald Trump will be arraigned Tuesday after his indictment in Manhattan, his formal surrender and arrest presenting the historic, shocking scene of a former US leader forced to stand before a judge.