White House Retreats on Alex Pretti Claims
The White House has backtracked on initial claims labelling Alex Pretti a gunman after video footage contradicted the narrative, sparking political fallout and calls for independent investigations.
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Dean Cain Blames Democrats for Minneapolis Shooting
Actor Dean Cain says Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey are primarily responsible for the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti during a protest, not ICE agents.
Trump Administration Briefing: Latest News
The latest briefing from the Trump administration covers key policy updates, including economic measures, immigration reforms, and diplomatic initiatives, with implications for global relations.
Minnesota-Federal Clash Over Immigration Shootings Deepens
Minnesota officials launch website and legal action to counter federal claims after immigration agents fatally shot two residents, creating what experts call an unprecedented rift in law enforcement cooperation.
Ley's Allies Rally Amid Leadership Speculation
Senior Liberal figures publicly back Opposition Leader Sussan Ley as internal tensions mount over hate-crime legislation and leadership challenges loom.
Labour MPs Urged to Unite for By-Election as Reform Prepares
Labour MPs face calls for unity after Andy Burnham was blocked from standing in the Gorton and Denton by-election, as Reform UK prepares to announce its candidate and internal tensions simmer.
Starmer Rebellion Grows Over Burnham Blockade Decision
Keir Starmer faces intensifying internal pressure after blocking Andy Burnham from a by-election, with MPs warning it hastens a leadership challenge and boosts Reform UK.
100 Days to Save NHS: Scottish Election Battle Heats Up
With exactly 100 days until the Holyrood election, Scottish Labour declares a mission to rescue the NHS from crisis, while SNP, Tories, Greens, and Lib Dems present competing visions for Scotland's future.
Braverman Defects to Reform UK in Tory Mental Health Row
Former Home Secretary Suella Braverman has defected to Reform UK, sparking controversy after the Conservatives retracted a statement referencing her mental health. The move brings Reform's parliamentary group to eight MPs.
Trump Team Cancels Contracts Over Tax Return Leak
The US Treasury has terminated all contracts with Booz Allen Hamilton after an employee leaked President Trump's tax returns, causing a stock plunge and raising security concerns.
Trump DOJ Fights Minnesota Over Alex Pretti Evidence Access
Federal judges in Minnesota weigh blocking Homeland Security's investigation into Alex Pretti's fatal shooting as state officials battle Trump administration in court over evidence preservation and federal officer withdrawal.
Sussan Ley's Political Future: Challenges and Opportunities
An analysis of the political landscape facing Sussan Ley, examining the hurdles and potential pathways for her future in Australian politics amidst shifting public sentiment.
Braverman Defects to Reform UK Amid Tory Chaos
Suella Braverman's dramatic defection to Reform UK at a veterans rally ignites Conservative infighting, while new group Prosper launches to court centre-right voters.
Noem's Firing Odds Spike After Pretti Shooting Fallout
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem sees her prediction market odds of being fired surge dramatically following her disputed account of the fatal shooting of nurse Alex Pretti in Minneapolis.
NYC Mayor's Snow Shoveling Sparks Social Media Storm
Democratic-Socialist Mayor Zohran Mamdani faced online mockery for his shoveling technique while helping Brooklyn residents dig out from Winter Storm Fern, which dumped 11.5 inches of snow in New York City's worst blizzard in nearly a decade.
Burnham's Leeds Joke After Labour Blocks By-Election Run
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham makes light-hearted football quip about Dominic Calvert-Lewin after Labour's NEC prevents his Westminster return in Gorton and Denton by-election.
Guardian Corrections and Clarifications Update
The Guardian has published its latest corrections and clarifications, addressing factual inaccuracies and providing updates on previously reported stories to maintain journalistic integrity.
White House Signals Retreat in Minneapolis Shooting Case
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt's cautious response to the Alex Pretti shooting suggests Donald Trump may be backing down, avoiding his typical victim-blaming rhetoric amid growing political pressure.
White House Silent on Stephen Miller Apology for Alex Pretti Comments
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has refused to confirm whether Stephen Miller will apologise for labelling Minneapolis nurse Alex Pretti as an 'assassin' without evidence.
White House Distances Trump from 'Assassin' Remarks
The White House has sought to separate President Trump from inflammatory comments made by officials about Alex Pretti, a protester killed by a Border Patrol officer in Minneapolis, as bipartisan calls for investigations grow.
Burnham's Westminster Return Blocked, Labour Rift Deepens
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham's hopes for an immediate parliamentary return have been dashed by Keir Starmer, causing significant internal Labour Party turmoil and raising questions about future electoral strategy.
SNP Government Taken to Court Over Secrecy and Law Defiance
Scotland's nationalist administration faces unprecedented legal action for withholding secret files on harassment complaints against Alex Salmond, while a hospital scandal deepens public mistrust.
Labour MPs Urged to Unite Ahead of Manchester By-Election
Labour MPs have been urged to unite ahead of the Manchester by-election after Andy Burnham was blocked from standing, with the Prime Minister defending the decision as necessary to focus resources.
Braverman: 'I No Longer Trust the Conservative Party'
Former Home Secretary Suella Braverman has dramatically defected to Reform UK, stating she can no longer trust the Conservative Party and accusing it of betrayal and abandoning its core values.
Reform UK Scottish Leader on Independence Vote Stance
Malcolm Offord, Reform UK's new Scottish leader, has declined to rule out backing another independence referendum in the future while opposing one for at least a decade. He admitted having nationalists among party candidates.
US Shutdown Odds Soar After Border Patrol Shooting
Traders on prediction markets Kalshi and Polymarket are betting heavily on a US government shutdown by week's end, with odds jumping to over 75% following the fatal shooting of a legally armed protestor in Minneapolis.
GOP Senators Demand Investigation into Minneapolis Border Agent Killing
Growing Republican criticism of the Alex Pretti shooting by Border Patrol agents threatens to derail Trump's immigration agenda and complicate crucial spending bill negotiations in Congress.
Burnham Calls Labour MPs to Manchester for By-Election
Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham urges Labour MPs to support the Gorton and Denton by-election after being blocked from a Westminster comeback by Keir Starmer.
Labour's Policing Overhaul Sparks Centralisation Fears
Labour announces sweeping policing reforms including a new National Police Service, but critics warn of unprecedented centralisation of power with the home secretary regaining authority to sack chief constables.
Trump Forgets Alzheimer's Name in Health Interview
President Donald Trump dismissed concerns about Alzheimer's in a New York Magazine interview, forgetting the disease's name. The article explores his health at 79, with aides defending his vigor.
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