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You can now receive the very latest news, developments and exclusive analysis from Westminster and beyond via the Telegraph's Politics WhatsApp group. If you're looking for the latest on the Government's ongoing response to the coronavirus pandemic, this is the place for you.  … [Read more...] about Latest coronavirus news and Brexit updates: Sign up to the Telegraph’s Politics WhatsApp group

As coronavirus cases fall in China and soar in the U.S., many Chinese Americans are experiencing a disconcerting case of déjà vu. The social isolation, overwhelmed hospitals, equipment shortages and deaths all feel eerily familiar, after what those with loved ones in China experienced as the disease first peaked in Wuhan. … [Read more...] about Politics Daily: Many Chinese Americans Saw This Coming

As someone who has dedicated years to fighting terrorism, both before and after 9/11, I find the anniversary of the attacks a moment for reflection. Amid the tragedy, 9/11 prompted heartening displays of unity. At home, left and right joined hands—literally, in the case of the members of Congress who came together to sing “God Bless America” on the Capitol steps. Social cohesiveness is one of the best predictors of a society’s resilience to terrorism; and our sense of common purpose and shared values in the weeks after the attacks helped preserve our commitment to free speech and the rule of law in the face of huge pressure. … [Read more...] about How Al-Qaeda Benefits From America’s Political Divisions

X. We are of the view that the COVID-19 outbreak has laid bare the need for all countries to further foster the global governance outlook of achieving shared growth through discussion and collaboration and to support the leading role of the United Nations and the World Health Organisation in global public health governance. We call for all parties to enhance coordination and cooperation within the framework of the G20 and other international mechanisms for effective international prevention and control as we strive to build a global community with a shared future for public health. … [Read more...] about A Joint open letter from World Political Parties concerning closer international cooperation against COVID-19

Congressional Democrats asked for billions to expand the use of absentee voting but got just $400 million in the $2 trillion stimulus package approved last week. Before that, Democratic Sens. Ron Wyden of Oregon and Amy Klobuchar of Minnesota introduced a bill in March that would have added $500 million in federal money to prepare state election systems for the coronavirus. And House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has said she wants money dedicated to vote-by-mail to be part of the next coronavirus bill. … [Read more...] about Coronavirus pandemic intensifies Democrats’ vote-by-mail push and ignites longstanding fight over voting rights