Investigations into the Trump administration, blocked legislation and possible impeachment. If the Democrats take control of either chamber of Congress, President Donald Trump will face a much tougher day-to-day reality. But over the past two years, the president has pushed the limits of his power, according to experts.
World politicsUS House Speaker Mike Johnson, a Republican, is joining those skeptical of live-streaming the execution of convicted murderer Nidal Hasan. He told CBS that the risk is creating a video that could serve as a recruiting tool for future terrorists.
WorldSocialist candidates, states that seem to be turning “purple” and a highly engaged Donald Trump. On November 3, the United States will hold midterm elections - a vote that will determine whether the president’s party, the Republicans, retains control of Congress. Here’s a quick guide.
World politicsSocialist candidates, states that appear to be turning “purple” and a highly engaged Donald Trump. On November 3, the United States will hold midterm elections - a vote that will determine whether the president’s party, the Republicans, retains control of Congress. Here’s a quick guide.
World politicsIf Democrats succeed in taking control of the House of Representatives in the US Congress in the autumn elections, a lot will change. Then extensive scrutiny of President Donald Trump and the Republican circle around him awaits - with a possible new impeachment trial on the cards. The plan is already underway.
World politicsThomas Massie, a Republican member of the House of Representatives, wants to impeach US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. But House Speaker Mike Johnson, also a Republican, announced that Congress would be adjourned early ahead of the election.
World politicsThe US midterm elections in November are among the most important in the country's history. That is the message from President Donald Trump as he urges his supporters to vote - and offers all adult Americans thousands of dollars.
World politicsIt's supposed to be a glitzy event to fire up Donald Trump's base to vote in November. But a large number of congressional candidates are skipping the Republicans' first-ever convention ahead of a midterm election.
World politicsThe USA's President Donald Trump's controversial tax and expenditure proposal has passed the first hurdle. With the smallest possible margin, it was voted through in the House of Representatives with the numbers 215 against 214.
BusinessThe USA's President Donald Trump's budget proposal for 2026 contains significant investments in defense and security. In other parts of the government apparatus, comprehensive cutbacks are proposed.
BusinessThe American Congress has, after some resistance, voted through the legal framework required for Donald Trump's government to be able to implement major tax cuts.
World politicsSigns, t-shirts, and a member who was thrown out. Donald Trump's political opponents protested during the president's speech to Congress.
World politicsThe USA's new golden age has just begun, claimed Donald Trump in the first speech to Congress during his term. We have accomplished more in 43 days than most governments do in four years, said the President. He did not comment on the USA's withdrawn support to Ukraine.
World politicsThe US House of Representatives has approved budget frameworks that constitute an important step for President Donald Trump's agenda with promised tax relief.
World politicsDonald Trump's strong start seems to be going down well with the people and gives the American president a boost in public opinion.
World politicsExperienced and well-liked – but with a complicated relationship to the USA's president. The Senate's new majority leader, South Dakota Republican John Thune, stands before his life's task: to push Donald Trump's policy through the chamber.
World politicsIn just over two weeks, Donald Trump will place his hand on the Bible and take the oath of office as the 47th President of the United States. Before that, artists will be booked, political decisions prepared, and members of Congress lobbied. Here is a guide to the historic shift in power.
World politicsThe drama in the US Congress was overwhelming when Speaker Mike Johnson was finally re-elected. Republican opponents gave in only after talks with future President Donald Trump. The Democrats stood united behind their candidate in a deeply polarized country.
World politicsThe Speaker of the House of Representatives Mike Johnson is fighting for his political life again. The new Congress convenes on Friday and the Republican's grip on the gavel is being tested as the House of Representatives elects its new Speaker - will the votes be enough for Johnson to continue in the post?
World politicsToday, the 119th US Congress is gathering in Washington DC. Both chambers will be controlled by Donald Trump's party, the Republicans. One of the first tasks will be to confirm the election results – a procedure that four years ago led to the deadly storming of the Capitol.
World politicsIncoming President Donald Trump expresses support for party colleague Mike Johnson to continue as Speaker of the House of Representatives in the USA.
World politicsIn less than three weeks, Donald Trump will place his hand on the Bible and take the oath of office as the 47th President of the United States. Before that, artists will be booked, political decisions will be prepared, and members of Congress will be lobbied. Here is a guide to the historic shift in power.
World politicsThe US House of Representatives has agreed on a temporary budget agreement and the risk of a government shutdown at Christmas is thus eliminated.
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