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Murkowski opposes Blanche nomination as attorney general, putting confirmation in doubt
Murkowski cited concerns over the “politicisation” of the Justice Department, putting Blanche's confirmation in jeopardy.
August 7, 2026What we know about fatal ICE shooting in Maine
An ICE officer shot and killed a man in Maine - BBC Verify has been examining video footage of the incident.
July 14, 2026ICE halts most traffic stops in wake of Maine fatal shooting, sources say - Reuters
ICE halts most traffic stops in wake of Maine fatal shooting, sources say Reuters
July 14, 2026With Graham Platner's exit from Senate race looming, Democrats line up to replace him
Democrats in Maine are already competing to get their name on the ballot and take on incumbent Republican Senator Susan Collins in November.
July 10, 2026Platner's disastrous candidacy exposes rifts that could dampen Democrats' Senate hopes
Along with creating tumult in a must-win race for Democrats, Graham Platner's exit is laying bare division between the party's left wing and moderates.
July 9, 2026Democrat Graham Platner suspends campaign for key US Senate race after assault allegation
The decision came days after a woman accused him of sexual assault, an accusation he says is "categorically false".
July 9, 2026Top Democrats press Maine senate candidate to drop out of race over sexual assault allegation
Graham Platner denied the allegation, calling it "categorically false" but said he was "taking the time to reflect on the best path forward" in the race.
July 7, 2026How the American Dream has survived 250 years, but only just
The American Dream has persisted since the days of the Founding Fathers, but faith in the ideal is fading
July 2, 2026Should the US impose a teen social media ban like the UK?
The UK is enforcing a social media ban for children under the age of 16. The BBC asked Americans of different ages if they thought it was a good idea.
June 18, 2026Niagara Falls: Is there a better spot to watch a World Cup game?
Football fans gathered at a FIFA World Cup watch party at Niagara Falls for the Canadian and USA teams' opening matches.
June 13, 2026Flip flop or deliberate? - Unpacking Trump’s strategy on Iran
The BBC's Gary O'Donoghue looks at the US president's mixed messaging over the war and the questions it raises.
June 11, 2026Platner wins Maine primary, setting up face-off with longtime Senator Collins
Voters also headed to the polls in primary elections in Nevada, North Dakota, and South Carolina ahead of the midterms.
June 10, 2026As Platner targets Senate seat, fellow Democrats hold their noses ahead of Maine primary - Reuters
As Platner targets Senate seat, fellow Democrats hold their noses ahead of Maine primary Reuters
June 7, 2026Kristi Noem grilled over Alex Pretti statement, and other key takeaways from Senate hearing
Both Republicans and Democrats criticised Noem for her leadership of the Department of Homeland Security.
March 3, 2026More than 5,000 flights cancelled as US east coast digs out of record snow
A major snowstorm walloped the US north-east, causing disruptions for millions and thousands of flight cancellations.
February 23, 2026Watch: US TV reporters battle snowy conditions as a major storm hits east coast
One journalist describes it as feeling 'like we are standing in a snow globe'.
February 23, 2026Blizzard conditions set to bring major disruption to East Coast
Blizzard conditions are set to bring major disruption across the northeastern United States, with wind gusts of up to 70mph expected.
February 22, 2026