US Presidency

Japan’s foreign minister tells Trump Tokyo has no choice but to strengthen defence

Japan plans to continue to boost its defence capabilities amid the security challenges in East Asia, the country's foreign minister told his US counterpart. Donald Trump's return as president has triggered expectations that the US could put pressure on allies to increase defence spending. Rebecca Bundhun reports.

22 January, 2025

World

Trump Casts Doubt on Attending Upcoming Debate Against Kamala Harris, Criticizes ABC Network

Donald Trump has cast doubt over his attendance in the upcoming presidential debate, where he is set to face off against Democratic candidate, Vice President Kamala Harris. The former President has hit out at the US network hosting the debate, ABC. Our Mitch McCann reports:

27 August, 2024

World

Amid fresh gaffes, Biden insists he is staying in US Presidential race

Joseph Biden has insisted that he is remaining in America's Presidential race, saying that he the "best qualified" person to defeat Donald Trump. But the President made two major gaffes on Thursday that are likely to fuel calls from Democrat lawmakers for him to stand aside. Our Washington Correspondent Simon Marks reports.

12 July, 2024

World

Several top House Democrats call for Biden to drop re-election bid in private meeting

At least four house democrats have called on Joseph Biden to drop his re-election bid during a virtual meeting with minority leader Hakeem Jeffries, according to US media reports. There has been growing anxiety within the President's own party about his mental fitness, following his stilted debate performance against Donald Trump. Our Washington Correspondent Jagruti Dave has the details.

8 July, 2024