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South Carolina's governor appoints Lindsey Graham's sister to serve out his term

South Carolina Gov. Henry McMaster says he is appointing Darline Graham to finish the term of her late brother, former Republican Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died in office Saturday at age 71.

NPR Politics · 14 Jul 2026
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Andy Burnham's path to becoming prime minister

Andy Burnham has effectively been confirmed as the new Labour leader after 349 of its MPs nominated him to replace Sir Keir Starmer.

BBC Politics · 14 Jul 2026
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A bin, a Fox and a fish finger: The candidates fighting Clacton

The full list of candidates who have declared they intend to fight the Clacton by-election.

BBC Politics · 14 Jul 2026
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Chris Mason: Investigation into Widdecombe's death rekindles debate over how to protect politicians

Many MPs blame social media for normalising violent language and abuse, the BBC's political editor writes.

BBC Politics · 14 Jul 2026
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Ann Widdecombe suspect not known to Prevent as counter terrorism police take over investigation

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood confirmed the suspect was not known to the government's anti-terrorism programme in an update to MPs.

BBC Politics · 13 Jul 2026
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Burnham cements Labour leadership with backing of 349 MPs

The MP for Makerfield is on track to become the prime minister next week after receiving the support of the vast majority of Labour MPs.

BBC Politics · 13 Jul 2026
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Andy Burnham's path to becoming prime minister

The former Greater Manchester mayor is set to become the next Labour leader and prime minister.

BBC Politics · 13 Jul 2026
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Graham Platner's voters figure out what's next as candidates vie for their support

Maine voters are still grappling with Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner's dramatic departure from the race.

NPR Politics · 13 Jul 2026
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Mahmood says law will be changed to help deport grooming gang leader

Calls to deport Rochdale grooming gang ringleader Shabir Ahmed have been growing since his release from prison.

BBC Politics · 13 Jul 2026
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How Lindsey Graham tried to stay 'relevant'

NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with Mark Leibovich, staff writer for The Atlantic, about the trajectory of late Sen. Lindsey Graham as he tried to maintain relevance within his Republican Party.

NPR Politics · 13 Jul 2026
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What we know about Andy Burnham's policies

The former Greater Manchester mayor could find himself in Downing Street as soon as mid-July.

BBC Politics · 13 Jul 2026
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MP groped breasts of two women, trial hears

Patrick Spencer pleads not guilty to two counts of sexual assault and is on trial.

BBC Politics · 13 Jul 2026
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UK bans support for Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps

Shabana Mahmood will use new powers to ban support for the group, which has been linked to death threats and intimidation on British soil.

BBC Politics · 13 Jul 2026
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Former top official Robbins takes legal action over sacking

The former official was fired in April over Lord Mandelson's vetting to be the UK's ambassador to the US.

BBC Politics · 13 Jul 2026
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Sen. Richard Blumenthal talks about Lindsey Graham's legacy

NPR's A Martinez speaks with Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Conn., about Sen. Lindsey Graham's legacy.

NPR Politics · 13 Jul 2026
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Burnham set for No 10: BBC correspondents on what Trump, Putin and others will make of him

In the US, China, Europe, Russia and elsewhere, how is the UK's expected new prime minister regarded?

BBC Politics · 12 Jul 2026
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Bill for Hillsborough Law set to be approved by MPs

The crush at the 1989 FA Cup semi-final between Liverpool and Nottingham Forest left 97 fans dead.

BBC Politics · 12 Jul 2026
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Burnham will deal with living costs in short term, key adviser says

Miatta Fahnbulleh says she expects people will have "more money in their pockets" if Burnham becomes PM.

BBC Politics · 12 Jul 2026
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