Government

Government coverage encompasses the decisions, policies and actions of elected leaders and state institutions that affect everyday life. This topic tracks domestic political developments across multiple democracies, from parliamentary debates and policy announcements to electoral campaigns and shifts in political strategy. Readers will find reporting on how government spending, taxation and regulatory choices influence the economy, public services and household finances.

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Iran rejects US pressure while keeping diplomatic options open

September 23, 2026

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has told the UN General Assembly that Iran will not submit to US pressure, while saying it remains open to a diplomatic settlement to its nearly seven-month conflict with the US and Israel. His comments followed President Donald Trump’s threat to “annihilate” Iran unless an agreement is reached soon, highlighting continued…
Angela Paxton urges Republican women to back candidates despite misgivings

September 23, 2026

Angela Paxton, the Texas state senator and estranged former wife of Republican Senate candidate Ken Paxton, has spoken publicly about the closely fought race for the first time since filing for divorce. Addressing more than 100 Republican women, she urged them to support the party’s candidates, including her ex-husband, even when dissatisfied with individual politicians.…
Republican senators question Trump’s lavish welcome for Xi Jinping

September 23, 2026

President Trump is hosting Chinese leader Xi Jinping for a state visit to Washington on Wednesday, with a lavish banquet planned for Thursday—Xi’s first official US visit in 11 years. However, the opulent reception has provoked public criticism from Republican senators, including Roger Wicker, a Trump ally, who warned during Senate floor remarks that Trump…
POTUS Again Lashes Out At Kaitlan Collins And Rants At Judge Who Will Decide Fate Of CNN, Politico and MS NOW Ban

September 23, 2026

President Trump has banned CNN, Politico and MS Now from White House grounds, prompting the outlets to file a lawsuit alleging violations of the First and Fifth Amendments. The action follows Trump’s public criticism of CNN’s chief White House correspondent Kaitlan Collins at the United Nations, accusing her and the networks of hostility and obsession…
US delegate walks out during Iranian president’s UN address

September 23, 2026

The US delegation staged a walkout during an address by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian at the UN General Assembly after he accused America and Israel of killing civilians and declared that Iran has been a “victim of terrorism”. Pezeshkian, whilst holding photographs of a US attack on an Iranian school, stated that Iran would never…
Trump’s ‘hand of friendship’ to Burnham on their first-ever meeting is a power gesture, body language expert reveals

September 23, 2026

President Donald Trump and UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham met face-to-face for the first time on Tuesday at the United Nations General Assembly in New York. During their encounter, Trump launched into familiar criticism of the media, which he had been emphasising following his administration’s banning of CNN, MSNBC and Politico from the White House.…
British family of man ‘abducted and tortured by Saudi officials’ condemn Andy Burnham’s ‘moral misstep’ after UK offered the kingdom military assistance

September 23, 2026

The family of British businessman Rami Naimi, whom they allege was abducted and tortured by Saudi authorities, has condemned Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s approval of military assistance to Saudi Arabia. They say Britain should have used the agreement to seek Naimi’s release and reunification with his family, describing the decision as a missed opportunity and…
NATO fears grow as Putin mobilises; Australia to axe climate laws

September 23, 2026

Rising tensions between Russia and NATO risk catastrophic miscalculation and wider European conflict. Australia’s Coalition proposes dismantling net-zero legislation and climate frameworks.
JASON GROVES ANALYSIS: Burnham survived his ‘white-water rafting’ meeting with Trump… but Chagos made him grimace

September 23, 2026

Andy Burnham’s first meeting with Donald Trump was broadly cordial, with Trump praising him as a potential “great Prime Minister” and avoiding the confrontational tone seen in previous encounters with other leaders. However, the mood changed when Trump criticised the proposed Chagos Islands agreement, creating a significant diplomatic complication for the British government. Burnham later…
DDA Vet Jack Davidson Exits To Launch Events Management Company JDL

September 23, 2026

Jack Davidson has left DDA after 17 years to launch Jack Davidson Logistics and Events (JDL), a London-based company specialising in event management and logistics. The venture will serve film, television and technology festivals and markets, while also providing technical, screening and awards-campaign support across the UK and Europe. Davidson most recently worked as Senior…