James Bickerton

US News Reporter

James Bickerton is a Newsweek U.S. News reporter based in London, U.K. His focus is on covering news and politics in Texas, as well as other general news across the United States. 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:...

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Articles by James Bickerton
Russia’s Massive Nuclear Arsenal In Arctic ‘Pointed’ At US: Norway
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Russia’s Massive Nuclear Arsenal In Arctic ‘Pointed’ At US: Norway

Moscow has refused to implement an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine as demanded by President Donald Trump.

Map Reveals Where Trump Plans To Monitor California, New Jersey Elections
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Map Reveals Where Trump Plans To Monitor California, New Jersey Elections

The federal observers will be deployed to six counties across California and New Jersey.

Bill Maher’s Reaction to Trump’s Ballroom: ‘Kind of Jealous’
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Bill Maher’s Reaction to Trump’s Ballroom: ‘Kind of Jealous’

Satellite photographs revealed the former East Wing of the White House had been completely demolished as of October 23.

Gavin Newsom Hits Trump in Supreme Court Case
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Gavin Newsom Hits Trump in Supreme Court Case

The Supreme Court will begin hearing oral arguments on the legality of President Trump’s tariff regime on November 5.

Donald Trump Suffers Another Blow in National Guard Deployment
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Donald Trump Suffers Another Blow in National Guard Deployment

President Trump’s bid to deploy National Guard troops to Portland, Oregon, faced a setback on Friday.

America on Brink of Flying Car Revolution
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America on Brink of Flying Car Revolution

Archer Aviation CEO Adam Goldstein told Newsweek that he believes eVTOLs are safer, cheaper and quieter than helicopters.

Satellite Images Show White House Demolition For Trump’s Ballroom
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Satellite Images Show White House Demolition For Trump’s Ballroom

President Trump said the White House’s old East Wing was “ready to be replaced.”

What Ronald Reagan Said About Tariffs as Trump Cancels Canada Negotiations
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What Ronald Reagan Said About Tariffs as Trump Cancels Canada Negotiations

President Donald Trump responded with fury to an advert on tariffs that the government of Ontario produced.

Doug Ford Under Fire After Trump Terminates Canada Trade Talks
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Doug Ford Under Fire After Trump Terminates Canada Trade Talks

Trump announced he had broken off trade talks with Canada in response to an advert produced by the Ontario premier’s team.

Zohran Mamdani’s Chances of Winning NY Election After Final Cuomo Debate
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Zohran Mamdani’s Chances of Winning NY Election After Final Cuomo Debate

Mamdani and Cuomo faced off in their second and final New York mayoral debate on Wednesday.

Tallest Statue in the West Proposed to Honor America’s 250th Anniversary
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Tallest Statue in the West Proposed to Honor America’s 250th Anniversary

According to the architect, the statue would be the largest in the western world.

Mary Peltola’s Chances of Beating Dan Sullivan in Alaska: Polls
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Mary Peltola’s Chances of Beating Dan Sullivan in Alaska: Polls

Democrats are hoping to flip the Senate in November 2026 in a move that would restrain President Trump’s legislative agenda.

Marjorie Taylor Greene Says She Sometimes Hates Republican Party
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Marjorie Taylor Greene Says She Sometimes Hates Republican Party

In recent months Greene has broken with President Trump on a number of issues including Jeffrey Epstein and the Gaza War.

Google Chrome Makes Major Update For Its 3 Billion Users
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Google Chrome Makes Major Update For Its 3 Billion Users

Google’s Privacy Sandbox, which was designed to protect online privacy, is being phased out by the tech giant.

Donald Trump Fumbles Indian Ambassador’s Name During Diwali Celebration
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Donald Trump Fumbles Indian Ambassador’s Name During Diwali Celebration

President Donald Trump celebrated Diwali on Tuesday with figures from the Indian and American Hindu community in the White House.

Democratic Candidate Graham Platner Denies Being ‘Secret Nazi’
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Democratic Candidate Graham Platner Denies Being ‘Secret Nazi’

Platner is in the spotlight for a tattoo and his political director resigned after controversial Reddit posts were revealed.

Toxic California: Democrats Don’t Want to Succeed Gavin Newsom as Governor
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Toxic California: Democrats Don’t Want to Succeed Gavin Newsom as Governor

A number of prominent California Democrats have either ruled themselves out of running to replace Newsom, or are yet to declare.

Fury as Man Appears to Mock Charlie Kirk at ‘No Kings’ Protest
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Fury as Man Appears to Mock Charlie Kirk at ‘No Kings’ Protest

Millions rallied in cities and town across the United States under the banner of ‘No Kings’ on Saturday.

White House Secret Group Targeting Donald Trump’s Enemies: Report
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White House Secret Group Targeting Donald Trump’s Enemies: Report

Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard confirmed the group’s existence to Fox News.

China Builds Colossal Solar Farm Seven Times the Size of Manhattan
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China Builds Colossal Solar Farm Seven Times the Size of Manhattan

The Talatan Solar Park currently houses 7 million solar panels and is set for further expansion.

America’s Most – And Least – Popular Senators Revealed
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America’s Most – And Least – Popular Senators Revealed

Just over a third of Senate seats will be up for grabs during the November 2026 midterm elections.