US politics

Democrats’ immigration enforcement reforms face rough waters in Congress

A January Reuters/Ipsos poll found 58 per cent of Americans thought ICE had gone too far.

Trump says his unpredictable style gives him leverage. But it has a cost

Some of US President Donald Trump's allies and adversaries are starting to view him as unreliable.

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In forcing the Clintons to testify on Epstein, Comer sets a new precedent

Mr James Comer’s move was a rare power play by a Republican lawmaker at a time when the GOP-led House and Senate have ceded much of their power to the White House.

Thank God for Melania Trump

First lady Melania Trump speaking to reporters at the premiere of the new documentary film Melania in Washington. .

US judge sceptical of Pentagon’s bid to demote Senator Mark Kelly

Senator Mark Kelly speaks after departing federal court on Feb 3.

Trump signs spending Bill ending US government shutdown

US President Donald Trump signs a funding Bill to end a partial government shutdown in the Oval Office of the White House on Feb 3.

Palantir CEO defends surveillance tech as contracts with US govt, including ICE, boost sales

Palantir CEO Alex Karp said the company was “supporting in a critical manner" some US government operations.

Trump says US lawmakers are close to resolution on government funding to end shutdown

US House Speaker Mike Johnson, a Republican from Louisiana, said he believes he has the Republican votes to end a partial government shutdown within days.

US Olympic officials rename hospitality area in Milan from ‘Ice House’ to ‘Winter House’ following protests

Trump amasses $613 million war chest to bolster US midterm chances

US President Donald Trump delivers remarks at the Horizon Events Center in Des Moines, Iowa, on Jan 27, 2026.

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