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Watch: How Trump looms over G7 despite early departure

The BBC’s James Landale highlights the role of the US president at the summit as the conflict in the Middle East overshadows the gathering.

byThe editor18 June 2025
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Watch: Virginia police find alligator outside motel

The reptile was found just 20 minutes south of Washington DC.

byThe editor18 June 2025
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Trump’s Iran dilemma exposes bitter split among Maga faithful

The conflict has pitted the isolationist and hawkish wings of the president’s party against one another.

byThe editor18 June 2025
BBC US politics

Can Canada break its ice hockey curse?

It’s been over 30 years since a Canadian team took home the Stanley Cup trophy.

byThe editor17 June 2025
BBC US politics

G7 leaders urge ‘de-escalation’ but stop short of calling for Israel-Iran ceasefire

The joint statement was signed by America’s President Trump – who then left the summit in Canada early.

byThe editor17 June 2025
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US moves 30 jets as Iran attack speculation grows

At least 30 US military planes have moved from bases in America to Europe, flight tracking data shows.

byThe editor17 June 2025
BBC US politics

Minnesota suspect attempted to kill two other state lawmakers, officials say

Vance Luther Boelter attempted to kill two other Minnesota state lawmakers, authorities revealed at a press conference on Monday.

byThe editor17 June 2025
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California doctor to plead guilty to supplying Matthew Perry with ketamine

The actor – best known for playing Chandler Bing on Friends – was found dead in his hot tub in October 2023.

byThe editor17 June 2025
BBC US politics

Trump has left the G7 early – what are his options for dealing with Iran?

The US president said he would end wars and now a vocal part of his support is urging him to stay out of this conflict.

byThe editor17 June 2025
BBC US politics

Social media now main source of news in US, research suggests

A report also finds right-leaning audiences on X have almost doubled in the UK since Elon Musk’s takeover.

byThe editor17 June 2025
BBC US politics

Experts question whether $499 gold Trump phone can be US-made

It is the latest plan by US President Donald Trump’s family that looks to cash in on his name.

byThe editor17 June 2025
BBC US politics

Juror dismissed in Diddy trial over ‘inconsistencies’

The juror gave conflicting information about where he lived and has now been replaced.

byThe editor17 June 2025
BBC US politics

Trump orders increase in migrant deportations

The president called on federal agencies to enforce the “largest mass deportation programme in history”.

byThe editor16 June 2025
BBC US politics

At least six people are dead after flash floods hit West Virginia

Torrential rain caused flash floods in the US state of West Virgina that led to the deaths of at least six people, including a 3-year-old child.

byThe editor16 June 2025
BBC US politics

Mass protests against Trump across US as president holds military parade

Organisers said hundreds of demonstrations were held in a day of defiance to counter a military parade hosted by Trump.

byThe editor16 June 2025
BBC US politics

Kilmar Ábrego García pleads not guilty in human trafficking case

The Salvadoran man was mistakenly deported in a widely publicised case, but was brought back to the US to face criminal charges.

byThe editor16 June 2025
BBC US politics

Wife of Minnesota politician shielded daughter from bullets, says relative

Yvette Hoffman, one of the victims of Saturday’s shootings, shielded her daughter from being shot.

byThe editor16 June 2025
BBC US politics

Four detainees escape from migrant facility in New Jersey

Delaney Hall has been the site of recent protests and was reportedly in lockdown on Thursday when a group of migrants revolted.

byThe editor16 June 2025
BBC US politics

G7 is a big moment for Carney. Here are five things to watch

The gathering of leaders in Alberta will be a big test for Canada’s new leader. We break down his challenges.

byThe editor16 June 2025
BBC US politics

Can shoes be made in the US without cheap labour?

American production is possible, but it often needs to be automated to be cost effective.

byThe editor16 June 2025

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    Trump calls attacks on Iranian nuclear sites a success, but some US lawmakers immediately called the attack unconstitutional. Key US politics stories from Saturday 21 JuneWashington was in a flurry late on Saturday as Donald Trump announced that the US had completed strikes on three nuclear sites in Iran, directly joining Israel’s effort to destroy the country’s nuclear program.American politicians reacted to the news of the US bombing of nuclear targets in Iran with a mix of cheering support and instant condemnation, reflecting deep divisions in the country, as Washington grapples with yet another military intervention overseas. Continue reading...

  • Cheering support and instant condemnation: US lawmakers respond to attack on Iran

    Ro Khanna and Bernie Sanders denounced the decision to launch attack, while most Republicans praised the actionUS strikes Iran – follow it liveAmerican politicians reacted to the news of the US bombing of nuclear targets in Iran with a mix of cheering support and instant condemnation, reflecting deep divisions in the country that cross party lines as Washington grapples with yet another military intervention overseas.Donald Trump announced on Saturday night that the US had completed strikes on three nuclear sites in Iran, directly joining Israel’s effort this month to destroy the country’s nuclear program. Continue reading...

  • Trump’s inner circle shifted view to support limited, one-off strike on Iran nuclear sites

    As Trump considered striking Iran, some advisers adjusted public arguments to suggest quick bombing runUS strikes Iran – follow it liveExplainer: What is Iran’s Fordow nuclear site and why was a US strike needed?US lawmakers respond to attack on IranDonald Trump’s move to bomb three nuclear sites in Iran came as those inside his orbit who were opposed to US intervention in the conflict shifted their views in favor of a limited and one-off strike.The US president had been under immense pressure from Republican anti-interventionists not to engage in any action against Iran out of concern that the US might be dragged into a protracted engagement to topple Iran’s leadership, or that strikes on facilities might have limited success. Continue reading...

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