Supreme Court Approves Texas Congressional Map Redraw
The US Supreme Court has reinstated Texas's Republican-friendly congressional map, a major victory for Trump. Plus, Pentagon strikes, EU's Ukraine funding crisis, and a chess prodigy's record.
The US Supreme Court has reinstated Texas's Republican-friendly congressional map, a major victory for Trump. Plus, Pentagon strikes, EU's Ukraine funding crisis, and a chess prodigy's record.
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The US Supreme Court has ruled Texas can use redrawn congressional maps, a major victory for Republicans. The decision overturns a lower court's finding of racial gerrymandering.
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Democrats pour resources into a Tennessee special election, hoping an upset win could signal a major shift ahead of the midterms and threaten the GOP's slim House majority.
Key figures who tried to overturn the 2020 US election now occupy powerful federal positions, raising concerns about election integrity and democratic processes for 2026.
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Keir Starmer's leadership appears secure until May elections despite budget failing to address fundamental challenges facing Labour. MPs warn delays are inevitable.
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A federal panel permits North Carolina's new GOP-drawn congressional map, targeting the state's sole swing district. Explore the implications for the 2026 elections and US House control.
Myanmar's military regime welcomes the US ending Temporary Protected Status for its citizens, a move human rights monitors call dangerous. Discover the implications.
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Exclusive details of Trump-brokered 28-point Ukraine peace deal offering $100bn in frozen Russian assets. Analysis reveals why experts call it a 'surrender document' that rewards aggression.
Dominik Szoboszlai reveals the real reason behind his controversial celebration in Hungary's 3-2 defeat to Ireland. Get the full story on the World Cup qualifier drama.
Danish PM Mette Frederiksen concedes a greater-than-expected fall in support as her party loses control of Copenhagen for the first time in over a century. Explore the results and implications.
A federal judge has blocked Texas's 2025 congressional maps, ruling them likely racially gerrymandered. Discover the legal battle and its impact on US politics.
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West London councillor Vickram Grewal leaves Labour for Conservatives, citing financial mismanagement. The fourth defection in a week signals turmoil ahead of 2026 local elections.
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