News | Latest Breaking News Stories & Headlines

Donald Trump criticised Kamala Harris for the persistent inflation during the Biden administration's term

Harris, Trump clash in debate's opening moments

Republican Donald Trump and Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris clashed over the economy in the opening moments of their first presidential debate, a key moment in the closely fought election.

US • 11 Sep 24

Kamala Harris has been vague on some issues

Kamala Harris's policies to face debate spotlight

Kamala Harris has unveiled a few centrist-leaning policies, abandoned some past positions and left much else vague as she gears up for a critical US presidential debate with Donald Trump.

US Election 2024 • 10 Sep 24

How will the US look with the ex-president back in the helm?

Trump's plan for the presidency, in five steps

As Donald Trump vies for another term in the White House, the country is abuzz with speculation over how life might look with the ex-president back at the helm.

US Election 2024 • 10 Sep 24

Kamala Harris and Donald Trump will take part in their only scheduled debate at 2am Irish time

Harris, Trump sharpen attacks ahead of debate

Donald Trump and Kamala Harris are preparing to meet for the first time in Pennsylvania in their only scheduled debate of the US presidential campaign, a key moment in a close-fought contest.

US • 11 Sep 24

Since his 2020 defeat, Donald Trump has regularly made false claims about election workers cheating him out of victory

US officials decry Trump threat to jail them if elected

US election administrators and Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris's campaign condemned threats by Donald Trump to jail "corrupt" election officials if he wins on 5 November, accusing him of intimidation and inciting potential violence.

US • 09 Sep 24

Donald Trump's comments come after Vladimir Putin, in a teasing comment earlier this week, said Russia wants Kamala Harris to win the US presidential election (File image)

Trump 'very offended' by Putin's support of Harris

Former US president Donald Trump has said he was "very offended" by Russian president Vladimir Putin's endorsement of his Democratic rival, Vice President Kamala Harris.

US • 08 Sep 24

Republican Presidential candidate Donald Trump and Democratic Presidential candidate Kamala Harris will face each other in a TV debate this week

Debate could prove vital in tight US Presidential race

The US Presidential election has come down to a "game of inches", with both candidates hoping to land a spectacular score on their opponent and establish themselves as the top quarterback for the nation, writes Sean Whelan.

Analysis and Comment • 10 Sep 24

The debate would be the first between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris

Harris 'accepts microphones rule' for Trump debate

The campaign of Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris has accepted the rules of next week's debate against Republican Donald Trump, including microphones being muted when it is not a candidate's turn to speak, a source familiar with the matter said.

US • 05 Sep 24

Joe Biden and Kamala Harris campaigned together for the first time in Pittsburgh

Joe Biden, Kamala Harris hit campaign trail together

US President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris have campaigned together for the first time, in a public display of teamwork after she replaced him as candidate and revived Democratic election hopes.

US • 03 Sep 24

Kamala Harris speaking at a campaign rally in Georgia yesterday

Harris to maintain Biden's policy on weapons for Israel

Kamala Harris has vowed a tougher approach to migration along the US southern border and said she would not withhold weapons to Israel, in her first interview with a major news organisation since becoming the Democratic nominee for US President.

US • 30 Aug 24

Kamala Harris accepted the Democratic presidential nomination from US President Joe Biden this week

Irish-American issues feature in busy US politics week

Another wild week in American politics - this one with Irish-American bookends.

Analysis and Comment • 25 Aug 24

Donald Trump speaks during a campaign rally in Arizona

Trump struggles to keep spotlight in battle with Harris

Donald Trump, touting plans on taxes and health, tried to turn the page on a week in which he was overshadowed by Kamala Harris and struggled to focus on policy issues instead of personal attacks on his opponent in the US presidential race.

US • 24 Aug 24

Robert F Kennedy Jr is set to address the US public later today in Arizona

Robert F Kennedy Jr withdraws presidential bid in Arizona

Independent US presidential candidate Robert F Kennedy Jr. has filed paperwork to withdraw from presidential ballots in the state of Arizona, Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes said.

World • 23 Aug 24

Kamala Harris laid out her policy agenda at the DNC in Chicagor

What's on the agenda for Kamala Harris?

US Vice President and Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris laid out part of her agenda during her Democratic National Convention speech, promising to pass a middle class tax cut, support Ukraine and NATO and push for a ceasefire in Israel's war in Gaza.

US • 23 Aug 24

The United Center in Chicago was host to the Democratic National Convention

5 takeaways from the Democratic National Convention

It was Kamala Harris's big night but she wasn't the only US Democrat to knock it out of the park during a week of rousing speeches, celebrity cameos and lashings of hope and joy.

US Election 2024 • 23 Aug 24

Tim Walz formally accepted the nomination as Kamala Harris' running mate

Harris' vice presidential pick Tim Walz rallies DNC

US vice presidential candidate Tim Walz led fellow Democrats in a political pep rally last night, vowing that he and presidential running mate Kamala Harris would triumph over Republican Donald Trump in November's election.

US Election 2024 • 22 Aug 24

Donald Trump appeared on stage behind bulletproof glass

Trump appears at first outdoor rally since shooting

US Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump has spoken from behind bulletproof glass at his first outdoor rally since last month's assassination attempt.

US • 22 Aug 24

Robert F Kennedy's running mate said yesterday that he was considering ending his campaign to join forces with Donald Trump

Robert F Kennedy Jr to drop out of US presidential race

Independent US presidential candidate Robert F Kennedy Jr plans to drop out of the race by the end of the week and endorse Republican former President Donald Trump, ABC News has reported, citing unnamed sources.

US • 21 Aug 24

US Vice President Kamala Harris at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago earlier this week

Listen: Unity behind Harris aids Democrats' recovery

This week's Democratic National Convention in Chicago could have been very different. Candidates could have been chaotically battling it out on the convention room's floor for delegates to secure the Democratic party's nomination for president.

US Election 2024 • 21 Aug 24

Barack Obama and his wife Michelle both spoke at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago

'Yes she can' - Obama says US ready for Harris presidency

Former US president Barack Obama returned to the national stage to boost his longtime Democratic ally Kamala Harris in her 11th-hour presidential bid against Republican Donald Trump.

US • 21 Aug 24

Delegates hold up 'We heart Joe' signs at Chicago's United Center

'We heart Joe': tearful Democrats hail Biden

It was the hero's send-off he had hoped to defer for another four years but when it came, any lingering bitterness seemed forgotten for a cathartic hour as Joe Biden basked in the adulation of his party faithful.

US • 20 Aug 24

Barack Obama remains an almost mythical figure among Democrats

How Obama continues to shape the Democratic Party

After Kamala Harris secured the Democratic presidential nomination in an unprecedented party upheaval, she got some advice from former president Barack Obama: Tap the campaign talent pool that is out there; you can have anyone you want.

US • 20 Aug 24

Joe Biden on stage with Kamala Harris during the first day of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago

'America, I gave my best' - Biden passes torch to Harris

An emotional US President Joe Biden passed the torch to Democratic nominee Kamala Harris with a hug last night, saying he gave everything for his country in a bittersweet farewell speech at the party's convention in Chicago.

US • 20 Aug 24

Taylor Swift has not backed any candidate in the upcoming election

Trump shares doctored images showing Taylor Swift support

Donald Trump has shared doctored images on social media showing Taylor Swift and her fans supporting his campaign for the US presidency.

US • 19 Aug 24

Joe Biden pictured at the convention centre in Chicago ahead of the gathering

Biden to pass torch to Harris at Democratic convention

US President Joe Biden has said he is ready to pass the torch to new Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris, as he prepares to give a bittersweet farewell address to the party's convention in Chicago.

US • 20 Aug 24