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Democrat Graham Platner wins Maine Senate seat in upset
Democratic newcomer Graham Platner defies expectations to claim Maine's Senate seat, dealing a significant blow to Republican ambitions and reshaping the political landscape ahead of key legislative battles.
FBI Director grilled over Trump probe in Idaho hearing
FBI Director Christopher Wray confronted aggressive questioning from Republican lawmakers about the investigation into Donald Trump during a contentious House hearing in Boise, Idaho.
Trump demands end to Senate filibuster
Former President Donald Trump demands elimination of Senate filibuster, calling it 'death wish' for Republicans as internal party tensions escalate over legislative strategy.
Theresa May warns against politicising judiciary
Former Prime Minister Theresa May delivers stark warning against political attacks on judiciary, defending judicial independence amid growing tensions between government and courts.
Barristers win right to remove court wigs
In a historic move, barristers in England and Wales can now ditch traditional wigs after legal chiefs rule them culturally insensitive in modern courtroom proceedings.
NH Supreme Court Justice in Corruption Scandal
A bombshell investigation reveals Supreme Court Justice Anna Barbara Hantz Marconi faces multiple corruption allegations, including improper political donations and ethical violations that could shake the New Hampshire judiciary to its core.
Trump judicial nominee rejected over racist texts
President Trump's judicial nominee Paul Ingrassia has been voted down by the Senate Judiciary Committee after revelations of racist and inflammatory text messages, dealing a significant blow to the administration's judicial appointments.
Trump judicial nominee faces scrutiny over group chats
Federal court nominee Paul Ingrassia's confirmation hangs in balance as Senate Democrats investigate his participation in controversial online forums discussing conspiracy theories and political attacks.
Cabinet Minister Warns Tory Attacks Threaten Rule of Law
Attorney General Victoria Prentis delivers unprecedented rebuke to Conservative colleagues, warning that undermining judges and legal institutions poses serious danger to Britain's constitutional foundations.
El-Sayed launches Michigan Senate bid
Former state health director Abdul El-Sayed enters Michigan's crowded Democratic Senate primary, bringing his progressive agenda and grassroots appeal to a pivotal battleground contest.
Judge quashes Koran burning conviction in free speech defence
A British judge has overturned the conviction of a man who burned a Koran, declaring the right to offend is fundamental to free speech in landmark case testing UK liberties.
Shoe thrown at India's Chief Justice in court security breach
A dramatic security breach occurred at India's Supreme Court when a man threw a shoe toward Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud during proceedings. The incident has raised serious questions about courtroom security protocols.
Jenrick's wig jibe angers judges at conference
Immigration Minister Robert Jenrick faces backlash after mocking judges' traditional wigs during legal conference speech, drawing accusations of government hostility towards judiciary.
US Supreme Court begins pivotal new term with major cases
The US Supreme Court begins a landmark term tackling explosive issues from abortion rights and gun laws to environmental regulations and digital privacy in what promises to be a defining session for American jurisprudence.
Ketanji Brown Jackson's Supreme Court Transformation
An in-depth look at Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's groundbreaking role on the US Supreme Court, her influential jurisprudence, and how she's reshaping American legal discourse from the bench.
Kabila accused of secret Rwandan citizenship
A bombshell Democratic Republic of Congo Senate investigation alleges ex-President Joseph Kabila holds Rwandan citizenship, potentially explaining his controversial relationship with Kigali during his 18-year rule.
ESPN's Finebaum Announces Potential Senate Run Against Kirk
Prominent sports broadcaster Paul Finebaum stuns audiences by announcing potential Senate campaign against conservative activist Charlie Kirk in explosive ESPN segment, blurring lines between sports commentary and political ambition.
Hegseth ends Pentagon women's advisory committee
Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has disbanded a key Pentagon advisory committee focused on women's service, sparking immediate backlash from lawmakers and advocacy groups.
Philippine Senate summons UK envoy in disinformation row
The UK Ambassador to Manila, Laure Beaufils, has been formally called before the Philippine Senate to address explosive allegations of UK-funded 'disinformation' activities aimed at undermining the South-East Asian nation's government.
Five Years in Jail Without Trial: India's Umar Khalid Case
Umar Khalid, a prominent Indian activist, marks five years in pre-trial detention under the controversial UAPA anti-terror law. This in-depth report examines the case critics call a grave miscarriage of justice and a test for India's democracy.
Trump's Plan For Senate Supermajority Revealed
Exclusive: Donald Trump and key conservative allies, including Charlie Kirk, are reportedly planning an aggressive strategy to secure a filibuster-proof Senate majority, aiming to rapidly enact a sweeping right-wing agenda if he wins the 2024 election.
AOC's Calculated Path: Senate First, Then White House Ambitions
Exclusive analysis reveals how Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is strategically positioning herself for a potential 2026 Senate run, balancing progressive ideals with mainstream appeal in what could become one of America's most watched political campaigns.
Senate Republicans Stall Trump Nominees in Major Rebellion
US Senate Republicans defy President Trump by halting key nominations, demanding radical policy shifts and sparking a major constitutional standoff in Washington.
Trump endorses Dr Mehmet Oz for Pennsylvania Senate seat
Former US President Donald Trump has officially endorsed celebrity surgeon Dr Mehmet Oz in the fiercely contested Pennsylvania Republican Senate primary, upending the race and defying establishment critics.
Sanders Accuses Israel of Gaza Genocide in Senate Speech
US Senator Bernie Sanders delivers a historic address to the Senate, formally accusing Israel of committing genocide in Gaza and demanding an immediate halt to US military aid.
KC: Legal Aid Reform 'Astonishing Act of Self-Harm'
In a scathing critique, Thomas Ross KC warns that removing specialist criminal barristers from the Legal Aid Agency's advisory panel is a catastrophic move that will undermine fair trials and worsen the crisis in the UK's justice system.
RFK Jr's Senate Clash: CDC Whistleblower Allegations Unveiled
In a dramatic US Senate hearing, Robert F. Kennedy Jr grilled CDC official Dr Susan Monarez over whistleblower claims of data manipulation and a 'culture of fear' within the agency. The explosive testimony alleges widespread suppression of vaccine safety
Joel Willett bids to succeed Mitch McConnell in Kentucky Senate
In a seismic shift for Kentucky politics, Republican Joel Willett announces his campaign to fill the seat of retiring Senate titan Mitch McConnell, setting the stage for a high-stakes battle over the future of the GOP.
Kash Patel's Explosive FBI Allegations Rock Senate Hearing
Former Trump administration official Kash Patel delivered dramatic testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee, alleging widespread political weaponisation within the FBI and making startling claims about the agency's conduct during the Trump presiden
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