James Bickerton
US News Reporter
James Bickerton is a Newsweek U.S. News reporter based in London, U.K. His focus is covering U.S. politics and world politics. He has covered the intersection between politics and emerging technology, such as artificial intelligence. James joined Newsweek in July 2022 from LBC, and previously worked for the Daily Express. He is a graduate of Oxford University. Languages: English. Twitter: @JBickertonUK.
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How Mike Lindell's MyPillow empire unraveled
Lindell said he "lost everything, every dime" after pushing the false claim that the 2020 presidential election was rigged against Donald Trump.
Kevin McCarthy's most likely replacement, according to bookmakers
Donald Trump has endorsed Rep. Jim Jordan, a strong supporter, to be the next House speaker.
Donald Trump rages against "not smart" former Apprentice guest judge
Trump branded Erin Burnett, who now works as an anchor for CNN, as "not smart, and very boring."
US Embassy in Israel issues warning as Ted Cruz condemns "atrocities"
American citizens have been urged to "increase their security awareness" after a mass Hamas attack on Israel involving rockets and dozens of gunmen.
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Kari Lake's Arizona Senate chances dismissed: "One-note candidate"
Boston University academic Thomas Whalen said Lake's election fraud claims have "diminished what once seemed like a promising political brand."
Jim Jordan's stance on Ukraine funding
Jordan, who is running to succeed Kevin McCarthy as House Speaker, has repeatedly voted against aid for Ukraine.
Mike Lindell says he's "lost everything"
The MyPillow CEO is facing three defamation lawsuits after falsely claiming the 2020 presidential election was stolen from Trump by fraud.
Kremlin shuts down suggestion to "nuke Siberia"
The Kremlin has rejected a call from one of Vladimir Putin's leading propagandists to detonate a nuclear weapon over Siberia to demonstrate Russia's strength.
Joe Biden's student loan forgiveness package: Who qualifies
Biden will announce another $9 billion in student debt relief after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down a more comprehensive plan in June.
Full list of House Republicans supporting Donald Trump for speaker
Marjorie Taylor Greene said Donald Trump is the "candidate for Speaker I am currently supporting."
Why Michael Cohen will be 'pivotal witness' against Donald Trump
Trump's former lawyer is "potentially extremely important to the case," according to one attorney.
Today's 'Wordle' #837 hints, tips and answer for Wednesday, October 4 game
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Mike Lindell offering huge my pillow discounts as problems pile up
MyPillow is offering discounts of over 60 percent on some products as it continues to suffer blowback for Mike Lindell's campaigning.
Joe Biden's approval rating turns positive for first time in five months
The new poll is the first since May to give the president a positive approval rating.
Matt Gaetz laughed at in the house by colleagues, video shows
Gaetz said that, if McCarthy remained as speaker, it would only be "at the pleasure of the Democrats."
How Bud Light sales are faring six months since devastating boycott
Conservative activists targeted Bud Light with a boycott campaign over the beer brand's collaboration with transgender influencer Dylan Mulvaney.
Marjorie Taylor Greene blames Democrats for looming government shutdown
Millions of federal workers will be furloughed unless Republicans and Democrats in Congress can pass a funding bill by the end of Saturday.
US travelers could face long-term chaos if government shuts down
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg warned of "huge problems for transportation" if the partial U.S. government shutdown goes ahead.
Will social security be delayed if government shuts down? What we know
A partial government shutdown will begin on Sunday, unless rival Republican and Democratic legislatures pass an emergency funding bill.
Who could replace Dianne Feinstein?
California Sen. Dianne Feinstein died on Thursday aged 90, following months of intense concern about her health.
New York flood videos show whole streets submerged amid heavy rain
Footage has been shared on social media showing flash flooding in Brooklyn and Queens.
European support for Ukraine aid is plummeting
Just 24 percent of EU citizens "totally agree" with providing Ukraine with money for weapons, according to a new poll.
Ivanka Trump's NY fraud subpoena shows "some form of cooperation"—attorney
On Tuesday, Donald Trump and his adult sons were found liable for fraud by a New York judge.
Republicans "owned" by Democrats during Joe Biden impeachment inquiry—Gorka
The first hearing of the House Republicans impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden took place on Thursday.
Katie Hobbs stepping down as Arizona governor raises questions
State treasurer Kimberly Yee will step in later this evening, prompting intense speculation about Hobbs on social media and a jab from Kari Lake.
Donald Trump rally trounced in ratings by Republican debate
Only 522,000 people watched Trump's speech to Michigan autoworkers on Rumble, versus 1.25 million for the simultaneous Republican presidential debate.
Lauren Boebert's attack on transgender defense official sparks backlash
Boebert was accused of "shameful behavior" after misgendering a transwoman working at the Department of Defense and trying to cut her salary to $1.
Democrats may have already picked Joe Biden's successor
There is growing speculation President Biden could be grooming a successor to run for the White House in 2028, and it may not be Kamala Harris.
Mike Pence's sex joke at Republican debate goes down like a lead balloon
Mike Pence joked he'd been "sleeping with a teacher for 38 years," in reference to his wife, causing a mixed response from the Republican leaning audience.
