How elections forecasters became political ‘prophets’

Often the forecasters are the first to push back on the characterization that they can tell you what’s going to happen. Read More

The voters Harris wants to reach with her media blitz: From the Politics Desk

Vice President Kamala Harris is targeting key voter blocs during her media blitz four weeks out from her Election Day matchup against Donald Trump. Read More

Elon Musk leaps into action as a Trump surrogate — but it's unclear how he'll land: From the Politics Desk

Former President Donald Trump’s first rally in Butler, Pa., featured one of the most iconic and viral images of his entire political career: a bleeding Trump, having just survived an assassination ... Read More

Disaster politics: Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are the latest to deal with fallout

In terms of politics, Vice President Kamala Harris and President Joe Biden are hoping that recovery from Hurricane Helene will resemble the federal government's response to Hurricane Sandy in 2012 - a ... Read More

Tories would have to support ECHR withdrawal ‘to serve in my shadow cabinet’, says Jenrick – UK politics live

Conservative leadership hopeful’s plan could lead to many senior Tories refusing to serve on the frontbench. Jenrick rejects claim he has privately told Tory MPs he will pivot back to centre if ... Read More

Rachel Maddow: Trump Is Pushing "False Conspiracy Theories" To Score "Political Points" In Hurricane Helene Aftermath

MSNBC host Rachel Maddow accused former President Donald Trump of pushing a "tidal wave of disinformation and conspiracy theories" around the failure of the federal government to respond to Hurricane ... Read More

Politics latest: Starmer's approval ratings drop as Labour nears 100 days in government

A YouGov poll has shown that 59% of people disapprove of the Labour government's record - just 18% approve. It comes as Sir Keir Starmer heads to Scotland today to meet with the leaders of the ... Read More

The Obamacare wars return to the campaign trail: From the Politics Desk

Welcome to the online version of From the Politics Desk, an evening newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from the campaign trail ... Read More

Politics latest: Sir Keir Starmer heads to Scotland to meet with devolved leaders - but Sue Gray will not attend despite new role

Sir Keir Starmer is heading to Scotland today to meet with the leaders of the devolved nations - but Sue Gray will not be present. Elsewhere, there is speculation of the next Tory leader not making it ... Read More

Politics news

Check this page for latest political news today including live updates and breaking headlines from Australia and around the world. The Victorian opposition's deputy leader secretly recorded a ... Read More

Polling in a Divided Political Climate: What to Expect in the Upcoming Election

As the Nov. 5 general election draws near, polls are poised to take center stage once again, sparking critical conversations about their role in shaping public opinion and electoral outcomes. After ... Read More

How to manage political anxiety

People can also carefully select news sources that provide ... enhancing emotional stability. Political anxiety is a growing concern in today’s politically charged societies. Read More