The legal downside to Trump’s very political trial strategy: From the Politics Desk

Plus, a pivotal moment for Biden, Ukraine and Congress, as a third House Republican signs onto the effort to oust Speaker Mike Johnson. Read More

Australia news live: Muslim organisation calls for more considered language to prevent hate; PM joins Katter and Lambie for Anzac celebration

Follow the day’s news live.   06:00Emily Wind Many thanks for joining me on the blog today. Elias Visontay will be here to guide you through the rest of today’s news. Take care. ... Read More

Ohio Democrat wants to ensure utilities’ political spending doesn’t wind up on consumers’ bills

In the nearly four years since former Ohio House speaker Larry Householder was indicted, a cascade of stories have come to light illustrating the influence public utilities have in state politics. In ... Read More

Texas politics leave transgender foster youth isolated — during and after life in state care

Support once afforded LGBTQ+ foster kids has vanished and a culture of silence has blanketed the agency tasked with raising children growing up in the system. Read More

Sunak claims there is ‘element of compassion’ to Rwanda policy because it is meant to stop dangerous Channel crossings – UK politics latest

Prime minister says that deaths of five people attempting to cross the Channel shows need to stop boats and bill is intended to stop people smuggling ... Read More