James Bickerton
US News Reporter
James Bickerton is a Newsweek U.S. News reporter based in London, U.K. His focus is covering U.S. politics and world politics. He has covered the intersection between politics and emerging technology, such as artificial intelligence. James joined Newsweek in July 2022 from LBC, and previously worked for the Daily Express. He is a graduate of Oxford University. Languages: English. Twitter: @JBickertonUK.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene blames Democrats for looming government shutdown
Millions of federal workers will be furloughed unless Republicans and Democrats in Congress can pass a funding bill by the end of Saturday.
US travelers could face long-term chaos if government shuts down
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg warned of "huge problems for transportation" if the partial U.S. government shutdown goes ahead.
Will social security be delayed if government shuts down? What we know
A partial government shutdown will begin on Sunday, unless rival Republican and Democratic legislatures pass an emergency funding bill.
Who could replace Dianne Feinstein?
California Sen. Dianne Feinstein died on Thursday aged 90, following months of intense concern about her health.
New York flood videos show whole streets submerged amid heavy rain
Footage has been shared on social media showing flash flooding in Brooklyn and Queens.
European support for Ukraine aid is plummeting
Just 24 percent of EU citizens "totally agree" with providing Ukraine with money for weapons, according to a new poll.
Ivanka Trump's NY fraud subpoena shows "some form of cooperation"—attorney
On Tuesday, Donald Trump and his adult sons were found liable for fraud by a New York judge.
Republicans "owned" by Democrats during Joe Biden impeachment inquiry—Gorka
The first hearing of the House Republicans impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden took place on Thursday.
Katie Hobbs stepping down as Arizona governor raises questions
State treasurer Kimberly Yee will step in later this evening, prompting intense speculation about Hobbs on social media and a jab from Kari Lake.
Donald Trump rally trounced in ratings by Republican debate
Only 522,000 people watched Trump's speech to Michigan autoworkers on Rumble, versus 1.25 million for the simultaneous Republican presidential debate.
Lauren Boebert's attack on transgender defense official sparks backlash
Boebert was accused of "shameful behavior" after misgendering a transwoman working at the Department of Defense and trying to cut her salary to $1.
Democrats may have already picked Joe Biden's successor
There is growing speculation President Biden could be grooming a successor to run for the White House in 2028, and it may not be Kamala Harris.
Mike Pence's sex joke at Republican debate goes down like a lead balloon
Mike Pence joked he'd been "sleeping with a teacher for 38 years," in reference to his wife, causing a mixed response from the Republican leaning audience.
Ron DeSantis faces make-or-break debate moment
The Florida governor faces off against six other Republican presidential hopefuls, but not Donald Trump, at a debate in California on Wednesday.
Joe Biden's gaffes are getting harder to ignore
With low unemployment and economic boosts, Biden should not be dropping in the polls, according to one political scientist, but his age may be a factor in this.
Hunter Biden goes on the counter-attack
Hunter Biden is suing Rudy Giuliani and Robert Costello over the "total annihilation" of his privacy.
Ron DeSantis put on spot over poor poll results
DeSantis warned Republicans will "lose" again in 2024 if they follow the "same playbook" as in the last three election cycles.
What Republican candidates have said about UAW strike
Donald Trump has claimed UAW members will be "toast" if their leaders don't endorse him.
How Democrats are smoothing the path to the ballot box
An academic told Newsweek automatic voter registration is "an important way to help Americans over a hurdle that many countries never erect for their citizens."
Mike Lindell pleads for help as MyPillow 'crippled' by American Express
Lindell claimed there is an "all out attack on MyPillow" in response to his backing of discredited claims that the 2020 presidential election was rigged.
Lachlan Murdoch has a huge Fox News headache on his hands
Fox Corporation is facing a bigger $2.7 billion lawsuit from Smartmatic after broadcasting 2020 election conspiracy theories.
Bob Menendez indictment: What charges could mean for 2024 Senate race
One analyst changed Bob Menendez's Senate seat from 'Solidly Democratic' to 'Likely Democratic' for 2024 after felony charges of fraud, bribery and extortion.
Lauren Boebert denies having "too much to drink" before theater antics
Rep. Boebert was referred to as "Lauren Boobert" by a Fox News host after the politician was caught fondling a male partner during a Denver theater performance.
Donald Trump says UAW workers are "toast" unless leadership endorses him
President Joe Biden is due to visit a United Auto Workers (UAW) picket line on Tuesday to show solidarity with the ongoing strike.
"Wordle" today #826 hints, tips and answer for Saturday, September 23 game
Struggling with Saturday's Wordle puzzle? Don't worry, Newsweek has some hints and tips to help you get the answer.
Five warning signs Republicans are heading for electoral disappointment
Republicans have suffered several electoral and legal defeats over the past few months, raising questions about their ability to retake the White House.
Joe Biden suffers two speech gaffes in just over 24 hours
Biden walked away without shaking the Brazilian president's hand before confusing the Congressional Hispanic Caucus with the Congressional Black Caucus.
AOC responds to Lauren Boebert's "sexually lewd" theater "show"
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez hit out at Lauren Boebert over "sexually lewd acts" allegedly performed with a male companion at a Denver theatre.
Republican praises Nancy Pelosi's leadership as house GOP falls apart
Republican Tim Burchett described Nancy Pelosi as pretty successful as speaker and said he has doubts about the leadership of current incumbent Kevin McCarthy.
Today's 'Wordle' #825 answer, hints and tips for Friday, September 22 game
Struggling with Friday's "Wordle" puzzle? Fear not, Newsweek has some hints and tips to help you find the answer.
