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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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 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.
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.
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.
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 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 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 holds first rally after assassination attempt
Donald Trump has appeared alongside his newly announced running mate, JD Vance, in his first campaign rally since an assassination attempt.
Trump holding first rally after assassination attempt
Republican Donald Trump will hold his first public campaign rally since he was injured in an assassination attempt.
Biden team defiant as more Democrats say to step aside
More than one in eight Democrats in Congress think he should step aside, but incumbent US President Joe Biden appears determined to see the election through.
Australia urged to prepare for second Trump presidency
Preparing for a second Trump administration is a good idea for Australia regardless of who might win the US election, an expert says.
Basketball star named as Labor pick for Queensland seat
Matt Smith, who played seven seasons in the NBL, has been named as Labor's candidate for the seat of Leichhardt in far-north Queensland.
PM warns US political split affecting world standing
As speculation swirls over Joe Biden's campaign, Anthony Albanese warns the polarisation in US politics is not helping its global reputation.
Once defiant, Biden now ‘soul searching’ about election
US Democrats at the highest levels, including former president Barack Obama, are making a critical push for Joe Biden to reconsider his election bid.
LNP hopes clock ticking on Labor in Qld vote countdown
Queensland's opposition is trying to call time on the long-serving Labor government while the treasurer questions how their rivals will fund election promises.
Democrats make new push for Biden to reconsider running
Top Democrats are increasing pressure on President Joe Biden to withdraw from his re-election bid over concerns he cannot defeat Republican Donald Trump.
US President Joe Biden tests positive for COVID-19
Joe Biden has tested positive for COVID-19 while campaigning in Las Vegas and is self-isolating after displaying "mild symptoms".
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.
Trump endorsed by former rivals Haley and DeSantis
Donald Trump's former Republican opponents Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis have thrown their support behind the ex-president at the party's national convention.
Republicans give bandaged Trump a joyous welcome
A bandaged Donald Trump has made a triumphant appearance at the Republican National Convention, two days after surviving an assassination attempt.
Biden scrambles after Trump shooting up-ends campaign
US President Joe Biden's re-election campaign is trying to form a new game plan after an assassination attempt on Republican rival Donald Trump.
Time to cool down political rhetoric in US, Biden says
US President Joe Biden has addressed America from the Oval Office following the Trump shooting incident, urging people to tone down the political rhetoric.
After attempt on his life, Trump wants to unite America
After surviving an assassination attempt, Donald Trump has told the New York Post: "I want to try to unite our country."
Australia urged to ‘take lessons’ from Trump shooting
Politicians should take note that Donald Trump's shooting follows increased division and anger in US society, an ex-Australian ambassador to the US says.
Biden calls for unity over Trump’s shooting
US President Joe Biden has flagged he will give an address to the American people from the Oval Office following the Trump shooting incident.