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Trump Blamed As Democrats Win Big In The US Midterms

Today, with most of the votes counted in the US midterm elections the Democratic Party has taken control of Congress. A string of Republican strongholds turned blue including Texas, South Carolina and Kansas. President Trump earlier acknowledged the that Iran war and the rising c ...  Show more

The Keir Starmer Interview

Today, Chris speaks to Sir Keir Starmer, the prime minister, about the resignation of his defence secretary John Healey, his plans for the Defence Investment Plan, and whether or not he’ll fight a potential leadership election.You can now listen to Newscast on a smart speaker. If ...  Show more

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