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A federal law bans late voter roll purges. Republicans are pushing to reinterpret it

NPR Politics

There's a ban on most states systematically purging voter rolls within 90 days before Election Day. Republicans are pushing courts to reinterpret that...

Academy school leaders in England face pay cap to curb ‘banker-style’ salaries

The Guardian - Politics

Nearly 100 academy chief executives earn more than £200,000 a year, and at least one more than £500,000The era of academy school leaders in England ...

Andy Burnham is about to have a crash course in hardcore geopolitics | Rafael Behr

The Guardian - Politics

The likely next prime minister would rather be in Warrington than Washington, but foreign policy will dominate his agenda more than he thinksIf Andy B...

Badenoch urges Burnham to condemn defence investment plan as Starmer says black hole will be addressed – UK politics live

The Guardian - Politics

Minister and MPs have raised concerns that his ‘poisoned chalice’ plan will take cash from much-needed road projectsMinister and MP ‘furious’ ...

Ben Jennings on Andy Burnham’s first major policy speech – cartoon

The Guardian - Politics

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Britain has finally grasped the nettle on defence, but tough choices lie ahead

The Guardian - Politics

The new PM must balance the security budget and other urgent spending priorities, with little room for manoeuvreBurnham left with £4.7bn bill for Sta...

Burnham plans to work some days in Manchester as PM

BBC News - Politics

The ex-Greater Manchester mayor plans a new No 10 unit in the city if he becomes Labour's next leader.

Burnham will need a Moscow test as well as Makerfield test, says ex-military chief

BBC News - Politics

Former Chief of the Defence Staff Admiral Sir Tony Radakin says defence must be a priority for the next prime minister.

Burnham's chancellor will have to find extra £4.7bn for defence, says minister

BBC News - Politics

Luke Pollard says the next chancellor "whoever that may be" will have to "find the resources" to fund defence plan.

Burnham’s vibe shift gives Labour one more chance but voters also need hope

The Guardian - Politics

The prospective new prime minister will need to deliver on his ability to communicate – and get the big decisions rightWhen Keir Starmer welcomed Ma...

Chris Mason: Starmer's defence plan leaves crunching trade‑offs for Burnham to confront

BBC News - Politics

The BBC's political editor Chris Mason reflects on the fallout from the Defence Investment Plan.

Cleverly says he would not have used Badenoch's Gestapo jibe

BBC News - Politics

The Conservative leader has been criticised by Labour for making a Nazi comparison in relation to the education secretary.

Democratic socialist Melat Kiros poised to become the first Gen Z woman in Congress

NPR Politics

Kiros, a political newcomer, topped 15-term-incumbent Diana DeGette in the Democratic primary in Colorado's 1st Congressional District, a reliably blu...

Ella Baron on Keir Starmer and new funding for drones – cartoon

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Ex-MP Craig Williams pleads guilty over general election betting offence

BBC News - Politics

Williams was MP for Montgomeryshire and an aide to then-Prime Minister Rishi Sunak before the 2024 election.

Ex-minister not ruling out leadership bid yet

BBC News - Politics

Carns says he is waiting to hear the contents of an economics speech by Andy Burnham.

FIFA World Cup: Wednesday schedule, predictions and bracket update

Al Jazeera - Politics

England, Argentina and Belgium chase round of 16 spots as World Cup underdogs eye historic upsets.

Farage declares earning £270,000 for promoting gold bullion

BBC News - Politics

The Reform UK leader says the payment from Direct Bullion was for work amounting to four hours per month for a three-month period.

Government promises to act on maternity care failings which 'shame our society'

BBC News - Politics

An independent inquiry has found "unacceptable racism and discrimination" is affecting patient safety.

Half of government should be female, Labour women tell Burnham

BBC News - Politics

Female MPs urge Burnham to ensure Labour lead by example on equality should he become prime minister.