POLITICO headlines dominate: Trump’s push on SAVE America Act and broad European political shifts show up in new polls and coverage. Founded by Robert Allbritton in 2007.
Recent polls reveal a significant shift in global perceptions: allies increasingly trust China over the U.S., citing U.S. foreign policy disruptions under Trump. Meanwhile, Americans' views on their country's role abroad remain divided, with some support for military actions amid ongoing debates about U.S. global influence.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has told Politico he believes Democrats must be more aggressive to win national power, comparing the GOP’s approach to bulldozing and signaling a potential 2028 path that mirrors a combative, Trumplike posture.
European countries are advancing laws to restrict social media access for children, following examples set by Australia, Greece, and Turkey. The measures include age verification, bans for under 15s, and penalties for non-compliance, aiming to protect minors from online harm and addictive content. The legislation is expected to be enacted soon.
A new poll shows that half of Americans, including a quarter of Trump voters, view President Trump’s mass deportation efforts as too aggressive. Despite leadership changes, public opinion remains broadly negative, with concerns about safety and the effectiveness of immigration enforcement. The administration continues to defend its strategy.
The UK is increasing efforts to defend its offshore energy infrastructure against physical and cyber threats. Recent exercises test responses to vessel, drone, and activist threats, following reports of Russian submarine activity. Experts warn that geopolitical tensions and technological advances will intensify security challenges.
Keir Starmer has acknowledged a security vetting failure linked to Lord Mandelson's appointment as UK ambassador to the US. Multiple sources have highlighted that warnings about Mandelson's background were ignored or not shared, raising questions about judgment and trust in his leadership. The controversy underscores ongoing concerns over personnel decisions and transparency.
Federal and state officials are intensifying efforts to combat Medicare and Medicaid fraud in California, focusing on hospice abuse and healthcare schemes. Recent investigations reveal widespread fraud, prompting new audits and political debates. The issue remains a key point in ongoing healthcare policy discussions.
The UK has passed the Tobacco and Vapes Act, which has created a rolling age ban that will permanently prevent anyone born on or after 1 January 2009 from legally buying tobacco. The law has also granted ministers broad powers to regulate vaping — including flavours, packaging, displays and where vaping is allowed — and will tighten sales rules for under‑18s.
The White House has laid out its rationale as the 60-day War Powers deadline approaches, arguing a ceasefire with Iran effectively stops the clock. Democrats and some Republicans are pushing for a wind-down or congressional authorization, while lawmakers brace for a possible battleground on Capitol Hill ahead of midterm elections.
The SAVE America Act has become a central GOP priority as midterms approach. POLITICO polling shows core provisions have some support, notably voter-ID requirements, but overall enthusiasm for the sweeping elections bill remains limited and partisan divides are sharpening ahead of voting.
Colorado Governor Jared Polis has commuted Tina Peters’s nine-year prison sentence for unlawfully copying Mesa County election data. The Colorado Democratic Party has censured Polis, arguing the clemency undermines election integrity. Peters could be paroled on June 1 after serving less than two years. The move follows weeks of pressure from Trump allies and a broaderdebate over election security.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has begun a four-day visit to India to revive trade, energy and defence ties and to join Quad foreign ministers. At the same time U.S. officials have briefed NATO partners that Washington will reduce the pool of U.S. forces and capabilities available to the alliance during a crisis, forcing European states to fill gaps.
Hungary has arrived in Brussels to negotiate the release of billions in EU recovery funds, while Brussels signals that some issues remain unresolved. The talks follow Budapest’s post-election push to unblock grants and cheap loans worth several billions of euros, with a formal request deadline looming in August.