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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Lachlan Murdoch has a huge Fox News headache on his hands
Fox Corporation is facing a bigger $2.7 billion lawsuit from Smartmatic after broadcasting 2020 election conspiracy theories.
Bob Menendez indictment: What charges could mean for 2024 Senate race
One analyst changed Bob Menendez's Senate seat from 'Solidly Democratic' to 'Likely Democratic' for 2024 after felony charges of fraud, bribery and extortion.
Lauren Boebert denies having "too much to drink" before theater antics
Rep. Boebert was referred to as "Lauren Boobert" by a Fox News host after the politician was caught fondling a male partner during a Denver theater performance.
Donald Trump says UAW workers are "toast" unless leadership endorses him
President Joe Biden is due to visit a United Auto Workers (UAW) picket line on Tuesday to show solidarity with the ongoing strike.
"Wordle" today #826 hints, tips and answer for Saturday, September 23 game
Struggling with Saturday's Wordle puzzle? Don't worry, Newsweek has some hints and tips to help you get the answer.
Five warning signs Republicans are heading for electoral disappointment
Republicans have suffered several electoral and legal defeats over the past few months, raising questions about their ability to retake the White House.
Joe Biden suffers two speech gaffes in just over 24 hours
Biden walked away without shaking the Brazilian president's hand before confusing the Congressional Hispanic Caucus with the Congressional Black Caucus.
AOC responds to Lauren Boebert's "sexually lewd" theater "show"
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez hit out at Lauren Boebert over "sexually lewd acts" allegedly performed with a male companion at a Denver theatre.
Republican praises Nancy Pelosi's leadership as house GOP falls apart
Republican Tim Burchett described Nancy Pelosi as pretty successful as speaker and said he has doubts about the leadership of current incumbent Kevin McCarthy.
Today's 'Wordle' #825 answer, hints and tips for Friday, September 22 game
Struggling with Friday's "Wordle" puzzle? Fear not, Newsweek has some hints and tips to help you find the answer.
Joe Biden faces disastrous defeat if RFK Jr runs as third party candidate
Joe Biden could lose up to a third of his vote if Robert F. Kennedy Jr. runs as an independent in 2024, according to a new poll.
How Fox News reacted to Rupert Murdoch stepping down
Fox News announced Rupert Murdoch is transitioning away from his role as chairman of the parent company.
White House mocks Matt Gaetz, says "worst person" made great point
Republican Matt Gaetz said a government shutdown would be "absolutely Speaker McCarthy's fault."
Rudy Giuliani considering 'going after' Hutchinson over grope claims
Former mayor of New York has strongly denied claims he groped Cassidy Hutchinson without consent and hinted he is considering legal action.
The House GOP is imploding
Republican rebels are threatening to unseat House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, who failed to get a defense spending bill debated on Tuesday.
Donald Trump faces potential primary catastrophe in California
Democratic lawmakers are investigating whether Donald Trump can be blocked from standing in the GOP primary under the 14th Amendment.
Democrat triumphs in Republican stronghold in warning sign to Trump
The Democrat victory reduces the Republican majority in the New Hampshire House to just one seat.
Republicans keep losing in Pennsylvania
Democrats regained their Pennsylvania House majority with an election win on Tuesday, in the latest blow to the GOP in the battleground state.
Joe Biden's economic message isn't working: Poll
A new poll breaks down how many Americans feel richer (or poorer) than before the pandemic.
What x-ray scans of 'alien bodies' in Mexico reveal
Last week a self-styled UFO expert displayed two specimens in the Mexican Congress, claiming they are "not part of our terrestrial evolution."
Joe Biden impeachment claim questioned
A newly released document shows Joe Biden's push to remove the Ukrainian prosecutor general in 2015 was in line with U.S. government policy.
RFK Jr., fearing assassination, demands Secret Service cover from Biden
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s presidential campaign is demanding Secret Service protection for the Democratic candidate.
Today's 'Wordle' #822 hints, tips and answer for Tuesday, September 19 game
Struggling with Tuesday's "Wordle" puzzle? Don't worry, Newsweek is here to help you figure out the answer.
Lauren Boebert rival's warning to congresswoman amid fondling incident
Adam Frisch called the theater incident "another notch in the belt of embarrassment" that is continuing to sour voters on Boebert.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. security scare as armed man arrested
An unknown armed man "carrying a U.S. Marshal badge" was arrested outside an event where Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was speaking on Friday.
Donald Trump nods to 'Sound of Freedom' with child-trafficking message
Trump praised 'Sound of Freedom,' an anti-trafficking movie that has proven popular with QAnon conspiracy theorists, at a Christian event on Friday.
Donald Trump mocks Ron DeSantis as they address same audiences
Trump branded the Florida governor a copycat and joked about his low poll numbers at separate Washington D.C. summits attended by both Republicans.
Lauren Boebert apologizes as video shows theater "groping"
Boebert said she fell short of her values after a video appeared showing her vaping, and appearing to grope and be groped by a male companion, at the theater.
Today's Wordle #819 answer: hints and clues for Saturday, September 16 game
Struggling with Saturday's Wordle puzzle? Fear not, Newsweek has some hints and tips to help you find the answer.
Trump says the quiet part out loud on Biden impeachment
Trump faced impeachment proceedings twice during his time as president.
