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The latest news and top stories on Republican Party. A prominent United States-based political party, the Republican Party, also known as the GOP, is headquartered in Washington DC. Founded in 1854 to combat the expansion of slavery, its primary mission has evolved to advocate for conservative principles. Key areas of focus include promoting reduced taxes, limited government, free markets and a strong national defence. The party is significant for its historical role in abolishing slavery under Abraham Lincoln and its continued influence in American politics, currently holding the presidency and majorities in Congress.

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Judge blocks Trump from tying anti-terrorism grants to election changes

Washington district judge rules FEMA exceeded authority by requiring election changes to unlock US$1.1 billion in security grants.

29 Sep 2026 - 1:43PM

Republican Party

Judge blocks Trump from tying anti-terrorism grants to election changes

Washington district judge rules FEMA exceeded authority by requiring election changes to unlock US$1.1 billion in security grants.

Republicans pour cash into dozens of US House races previously seen as ‘safe’

Mitch McConnell returns to US Senate after lengthy health absence

Trump’s mail-in voting restrictions blocked by a second judge

The decision comes as Trump’s ‌Republicans battle to retain control of both houses of Congress in the ‌November 3 midterms.

Vance takes centre stage as Trump wraps up GOP convention with voter warnings

Vice-president, with an eye to 2028 presidential election, outlines his vision for the future of America.

Iran, US engage in wave of tit-for-tat attacks on shipping

The attacks in and around the Strait of Hormuz sent oil prices surging, as Tehran says it also fired ballistic missiles at a US base in Jordan.

Trump to speak on both nights of Republican convention amid low turnout fears

The US president was originally set to close out the event but will now also take the stage the first night to ‘set the tone’.

UK far-right provocateur Milo Yiannopoulos arrested by US immigration

A supporter of Trump’s crackdown on migrants, the controversial commentator is accused of overstaying in the US.

Trump taps loyal aide Scharf as new White House counsel

Will Scharf will become the White ‌House’s top lawyer after overseeing the administrative work of ‌the Oval Office in his current ⁠role.

How the humble burrito triggered a Maga ‘civil war’ in Trump’s party

The price of the Mexican dish is at the centre of an inflation row, with one lawmaker telling US youths to stop whining and ‘eat ramen’.

US Senator Mitch McConnell says he’s been released from rehab centre

The 84-year-old Republican lawmaker, who has been out of public view for weeks after a fall, says he will continue his recovery at home.

US Senate panel votes to hold Fauci in contempt of Congress

If the contempt referral proceeds, the US Attorney’s Office in Washington would review it and decide whether to seek a grand jury indictment.

Man with gun in car arrested at Trump golf course before US president’s visit

Suspect had 16-round magazine in his pocket and appeared to monitor security, authorities say.

Trump ex-lawyer advances in attorney general bid after Republican deal

Senate panel clears path for nomination as acting AG confirms US$1.8 billion fund for president’s allies is scrapped.

Chile’s Kast courts China day after US hits exports with forced labour tariff

Chilean president, who campaigned on aligning Chile with Trump, meets Beijing delegation as his party claims Washington cannot be trusted.

Maine Democrats replace scandal-plagued candidate in key US Senate race

Graham Platner, the original nominee to run against Republican incumbent Susan Collins, dropped out over sexual misconduct allegations.

Todd Blanche grilled by US lawmakers over Epstein files, Trump tax immunity

The attorney general nominee was also questioned about the US$1.8 billion ‘slush fund’ to compensate the president’s allies.

Democrat exits key US Senate race, but denies rape allegation

Graham Platner’s withdrawal in Maine throws open one of the most competitive midterm races in November.

Sex assault claim throws key US Senate race into question

Democratic Party leaders urge Graham Platner to end his Senate campaign amid sexual assault allegations.

‘Big win!’ US Supreme Court again rejects cap on political campaign spending

Siding with Republicans, who have a cash advantage over the Democrats, the court ruled 6-3, saying this rejection was linked to free speech.

Dan Sullivan can challenge Senator Dan Sullivan in Alaska primary, judge rules

The Republican incumbent has accused the retired teacher – who shares his name – of working with his Democratic opponent to confuse voters.

Bible passages to be required reading in Texas public schools

Critics say such decisions are at odds with the Constitution’s ‘establishment clause’, ‌long understood as separating church and state.

US Senator Mitch McConnell in hospital for second time this year, spokesman says

David Popp, representing the 84-year-old former Republican Senate majority leader, did not elaborate on McConnell’s condition.

US House votes to stop Iran war in rebuke to Trump

Measure will not end US military attacks on Iran, but it underscores the backlash against Trump over the war.

Trump-backed Paxton wins Texas run-off, ousting veteran senator

Republican nominee will square off against Democrat James Talarico in a high-stakes November battle for control of the US Senate.

US Justice Department purges website of January 6 criminal cases news releases

The digital scrub is the latest step by the Trump administration to rewrite the history of the 2021 Capitol attack.

How Trump’s revenge tour against Republicans could backfire in the midterms

The US president’s approval rating is at an all-time low, despite his iron grip on his base of Maga voters.

Republican who stood up to Trump defeated in US primary

Trump-backed Republican challenger Ed Gallrein ousts incumbent Thomas Massie in the most expensive House primary in history.