Trump seeks earlier debate, Harris says he’s ‘scared’
The campaigns of Donald Trump and Kamala Harris have argued whether a presidential debate should take place on September 4 or September 10.
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US Vice President launches ‘Republicans for Harris’ bid
Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign is launching "Republicans for Harris" as she tries to win over Republican voters put off by Donald Trump's candidacy
Harris to name VP pick before battleground states tour
The guessing game is almost over as Kamala Harris prepares to announce her running mate before the they set off on a campaign blitz of battleground states.
Venezuela’s opposition claims ‘irreversible victory’
Protesters have clashed with police after Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro claimed victory in the election, while his opponents say they have proof they won.
Venezuela president, opposition in election stand-off
Venezuela's opposition has claimed it won the nation's presidential vote, despite the Electoral Council saying President Nicolas Maduro was re-elected.
PM welcomes new ministry as he sharpens election pitch
As Anthony Albanese's new cabinet sits for the first time, he says going two years into the first term without a reshuffle is a testament to stability.
Kamala Harris campaign raises $A300 million in a week
Vice President Kamala Harris' presumed Democrat nomination has hit Trump in the polls, as her campaign says she has raised more than $A300m in a week.
Biden bows out as Trump, Harris tussle in reset race
President Joe Biden has "passed the torch" and called for voters to defend democracy as Donald Trump and Kamala Harris traded barbs in a revamped US election.
Senior minister leaves legacy as Indigenous trailblazer
Linda Burney has left a legacy of improving justice and the well-being of Indigenous people, advocates say, after she announced her resignation from parliament.
Doctors sore over radical pharmacist treatment plan
Patients could bypass GPs and be treated by pharmacists for some conditions under a proposed overhaul which has raised the ire of doctors.
Balancing act as prime minister mulls cabinet reshuffle
Labor MPs are tight-lipped about who could be in line for a promotion with two cabinet spots opening up and the prime minister set to unveil changes.
Harris pushes on with campaign blitz, gaining on Trump
US Vice President Kamala Harris has touted plans for affordable healthcare, and criticised Republicans for blocking gun limits in the wake of school shootings.
Trump vows return to shooting scene, Obamas back Harris
Donald Trump has vowed to hold a "big and beautiful rally" in the town where he was shot at as Democratic rival Kamala Harris begins to narrow his lead.
Trump touts ties to Israel’s Netanyahu, blasts Harris
US Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump dispelled rumours of tensions with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as they met in Florida.
Trump says Christians won’t have to vote next election
Republican nominee Donald Trump's team didn't address his comments he would have it "fixed" so that Christians wouldn't need to vote in the next election.
Trump seeking to blunt Harris campaign’s momentum
Donald Trump is taking his campaign to a state that favours Democrats but could be in his reach as he seeks to counter his surging new opponent Kamala Harris.
PM Albanese to unveil new look cabinet as MPs retire
A new federal cabinet will be unveiled for the first time in two years as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese freshens his frontbench ahead of the next election.
Harris says she is the ‘underdog’ in presidential race
Republican nominee Donald Trump's team didn't address his comments he would have it "fixed" so that Christians wouldn't need to vote in the next election.
Assistant ministers set for promotion in cabinet rejig
Two assistant ministers will get a call up to Labor's frontbench as Prime Minister Anthony Albanese fills vacancies left by retirements.
Harris says she is the ‘underdog’, Trump goes on attack
Donald Trump has vowed to make the US the "crypto capital of the world," a far cry from his stance in 2021, when he called bitcoin a "scam."
Home affairs, immigration ministers dumped in reshuffle
Clare O'Neil and Andrew Giles are moving on from their portfolios after months of intense political pressure over their handling of a High Court case.
New-look Albanese ministry to be sworn in after revamp
The second Albanese ministry will officially be sworn in by the governor-general as the opposition seizes upon ministerial dumpings to criticise the government.
Harris to hold rally after locking up Democrat support
Vice-President Kamala Harris will hold her first campaign rally as Democrats continue to coalesce around her as the party's pick to take on Donald Trump.
Harris bashes Trump over ‘fear and hate’ at first rally
Kamala Harris has aggressively gone after Donald Trump's vulnerabilities, comparing her background as a former prosecutor to his record as a convicted felon.
Harris rallies supporters as she vows to take on Trump
"So hear me when I say I know Donald Trump's type. In this campaign, I will proudly put my record against his," Kamala Harris says.
Backed by Biden, Harris moves to secure White House bid
US Vice President Kamala Harris's allies have hit the phones in a bid to shore up Democratic support for her presidential campaign after Joe Biden withdrew.
Australia preparing for a post-Biden world
With the US presidential elections fast looming and Joe Biden out of the race, Australia is getting ready to work with either Donald Trump or Kamala Harris.
Trump mocks Democrats in first rally since shooting
Donald Trump has appeared alongside his newly announced running mate, JD Vance, in his first campaign rally since an assassination attempt.
Trump’s former doc gives new details on gunshot wound
Donald Trump's former physician Ronny Jackson has shed light on Donald Trump's ear injury.
Trump to hold first rally after assassination attempt
Donald Trump is going to the battleground state of Michigan with his new Republican running mate for his first rally since he escaped an assassination attempt.
Trump’s running mate Vance introduces himself to nation
JD Vance has introduced himself to US voters after being chosen as Donald Trump's running mate, arguing his party best understands Americans' struggles.