US Republicans face a political dilemma as they defy President Trump on key votes, from water security to war powers, risking his wrath despite his waning popularity. Explore the internal party conflict.
Victoria Police has revoked controversial powers allowing officers to conduct warrantless searches in parts of inner Melbourne. The move follows significant public and legal scrutiny.
US Senate Democrats force a vote to require Congressional approval for military action against Venezuela, following the controversial raid to capture Nicolás Maduro. Read the latest.
The US Senate will vote on a Democratic-led resolution to require President Trump to seek Congressional approval for any further military action against Venezuela, following the controversial capture of Nicolás Maduro.
US Senate Democrats introduce War Powers resolutions to restrain President Trump's military actions following the Venezuela raid and Greenland threats. Will they succeed?
President Trump's unauthorised military strike in Venezuela raises constitutional questions. Will Congress act to reclaim its authority, or has executive power permanently shifted?
The capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro by US forces raises profound questions over international law and presidential war powers. Read the full analysis.
Top Democrats erupt in fury over Trump's unauthorised military raid in Venezuela, calling it a breach of the US constitution and an 'imperial adventure' that paves the way for disaster.
Top Democrats erupt in fury over Trump's unauthorised military strike in Venezuela, calling it an illegal act of war that bypassed Congress. Read the latest on the escalating constitutional clash.
Donald Trump's secretive capture of Nicolás Maduro, without consulting Congress, marks a dramatic shift in presidential power and threatens constitutional checks and balances. Read the full analysis.
The dramatic seizure of Venezuela's president by US forces ignites a fierce debate over legality, precedent, and the future of American intervention. Explore the profound constitutional questions raised.
Top Trump officials face Congress over September's deadly strikes on Venezuelan boats. Lawmakers demand answers on legality and oversight as war powers resolutions loom. Read the full report.
President Trump escalates threats against Venezuela, declaring 'war' on cartels and planning land strikes. Over 80 killed in maritime attacks since September. Read the latest.
Victoria Police can now search children without a warrant under new laws. Critics warn of overreach and potential harm to youth. Read the full analysis.
A Guardian journalist recounts being stopped and searched by Victoria Police under controversial new powers. Read her first-hand account of the encounter and its implications for civil liberties.
Victoria Police can randomly stop and search anyone in inner Melbourne until May 2026 without warrants, sparking racial profiling concerns from legal groups and Senator Lidia Thorpe.
Victoria Police gain controversial powers to conduct random searches without warrant in inner Melbourne for six months, sparking outcry over racial profiling concerns.
NSW coroner considers 22 draft reforms including warrantless police wanding powers and mental health protocol changes following the Westfield Bondi Junction mass stabbing.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces new powers for Border Force and HMRC to seize illegal vapes, with £10,000 fines and prison sentences for offenders. Protect your community from dangerous products.
The DWP reveals how its sweeping new anti-fraud powers will work, including bank account checks and contacting family members during investigations.
Pakistan's parliament passes a constitutional amendment granting the army chief expanded powers and lifelong immunity, sparking 'funeral of democracy' claims from the opposition.
Pakistan's parliament passes a constitutional amendment granting the army chief sweeping new powers and lifelong legal immunity, a move critics call a 'funeral for democracy'.
The US Supreme Court has agreed to hear a landmark case challenging Donald Trump's authority to impose sweeping tariffs, setting up a constitutional battle that could redefine presidential power and global trade relations.
David Lammy confronts Home Secretary over controversial police operation at Algerian embassy, raising serious diplomatic and legal concerns in Westminster.
Exclusive: Ministers are quietly pushing through legislation that would remove the Health Secretary's direct responsibility for England's NHS, sparking outrage from health unions and opposition parties.
Conservative MPs call for urgent policy reversal following brutal knife attack on Huntingdon train as police powers debate intensifies
Exclusive investigation uncovers the Department for Work and Pensions' controversial authority to reduce Universal Credit payments under specific circumstances, affecting thousands of claimants across the UK.
Exclusive: Scottish Health Secretary Chris Smith calls for emergency meeting with UK government amid growing NHS pressures and funding shortfall concerns.
Birmingham Mayor Andy Street joins forces with Labour's Dan Jarvis in unprecedented cross-party alliance demanding Westminster devolve real power and funding to England's regions.
Conservative MP Esther McVey faces parliamentary opposition as she introduces controversial legislation granting ministers new powers to override 'woke' civil service guidance, prompting heated debate about government overreach.