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What Trump’s pardons expose about his politics

www.dailykos.com

President Donald Trump is once again reminding Washington that, for him, pardons are less an act of mercy than an instrument of loyalty—and he’s furious that one of his latest beneficiaries didn’t get the message.

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Why Reform UK's new signing Malcolm Offord can be the Scott McTominay of Scottish politics

www.scotsman.com

If Scotland can dream of beating Brazil in the World Cup, Reform UK can dream of ousting the SNP with political stars like former Conservative Malcolm Offord

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Jordan Klepper talks new special about Trump and country's divide in politics

www.cbsnews.com

"The Daily Show's" Jordan Klepper joins "CBS Mornings" to talk about his new special "Jordan Klepper Fingers The Pulse - Give The Man A Prize." In the special, Klepper travels to parts of the U.S. and to Norway, home of the Nobel Peace…

Starmer says he wants apprentices at top of politics

www.standard.co.uk

Sir Keir Starmer set out plans to boost the number of apprenticeships on offer.

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'Characterless people in politics': Gujarat BJP MLA Varmora's remark triggers controversy

AHMEDABAD: BJP MLA Prakash Varmora in a recent video remarked that “characterless, alcohol-drinking and gambling people” are entering politics, giving Congress a new opportunity to target the ruling BJP amid the ongoing liquor ban debate…

Golden Globes voters snub politics in first-ever Best Podcast contest

www.goldderby.com

Instead, the nominees include Call Her Daddy, Good Hang with Amy Poehler, SmartLess, and Up First From NPR.

BBC Politics Midlands

In case you missed it, you can catch up on my appearance on BBC Politics Midlands via the link below:Politics Midlands - 07/12/2025 - BBC iPlayer

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Starmer says he wants apprentices at top of politics

Sir Keir Starmer set out plans to boost the number of apprenticeships on offer.

Starmer says he wants apprentices at top of politics

Sir Keir Starmer set out plans to boost the number of apprenticeships on offer.

EU's Costa: US must not interfere in Europe's politics

www.dw.com

European Council President Antonio Costa has slammed a new US security strategy paper that is highly critical of the EU. He also voiced concern that the change in Washington's security policy has been hailed by Russia.

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PM Modi slams Congress for overruling Mahatma Gandhi's wishes on Vande Matram, cites appeasement politics

NEW DELHI: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday accused the Congress of breaking into pieces national song Vande Mataram under the guise of social harmony, and said it was still following the politics of appeasement.

Politics with Michelle Grattan: Sarah Hanson-Young on the social media ban as a risky ‘fake silver bullet’

theconversation.com

The Greens’ senator says she’s worried kids will end up ‘in other online spaces that are even darker and more dangerous’ – and Australia should act on other options.

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Look again at the Nuzzi affair. Because when our politics and media are so debased, the joke’s on us | Nesrine Malik

www.theguardian.com

There is a bread and circuses feel to this scandal. A wise public would see red flags; instead it sees entertainment

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Prioritise welfare, security of Nigerians, not 2027 politics – LP Reps to Tinubu, APC

dailypost.ng

The Labour Party caucus in the House of Representatives has frowned at the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, for ‘prioritising’ 2027 politics over the welfare and security of Nigerians. This is even as the caucus labeled the…

LP Reps Accuse Tinubu, APC of Abandoning Nigerians for 2027 Politics

politicsnigeria.com

The Labour Party caucus in the House of Representatives has accused President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the ruling APC of placing the 2027 election above the pressing needs of Nigerians. The lawmakers say the government appears more concerned…

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Don’t sacrifice security for politics

guardian.ng

The exit of former Jigawa State Governor, Abubakar Badaru, from the Defence Ministry received country-wide applause, as the development indicated an opportunity for a reset. President Bola Tinubu had promised to remain committed to his…

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2027: Support Groups And Tunji-Ojo’s Octopus Arms In Ondo Politics

independent.ng

It’s a known fact that the country is currently going through a difficult time due to the activities of insurgents. While President Bola Tinubu is working hard to wriggle the…

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Supporters urging me to return to politics – Iyabo Obasanjo

punchng.com

Iyabo Obasanjo confirms supporters are urging her return to politics for the 2027 elections, saying her political future is in the hands of God.