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Trump's personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani tests positive for coronavirus

Trump's personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani tests positive for coronavirus

Rediff.com7 Dec 2020

Giuliani, 76, has been taken to the Medstar Georgetown University Hospital in Washington DC, according to US media reports.

US polls: Hopes of Ami Bera's re-election grow

US polls: Hopes of Ami Bera's re-election grow

Rediff.com13 Nov 2014

Indian-American lawmaker Ami Bera has taken a lead of more than 700 votes over his Republican rival in the Congressional elections from California.

Tulsi Gabbard announces 2020 presidential run to take on Trump

Tulsi Gabbard announces 2020 presidential run to take on Trump

Rediff.com12 Jan 2019

The Iraq war veteran has become the first-ever Hindu to be running for the presidency in the US.

Trump loses bid to challenge Biden's win in Pennsylvania

Trump loses bid to challenge Biden's win in Pennsylvania

Rediff.com28 Nov 2020

The three-judge panel of the 3rd US Circuit Court of Appeals on Friday upheld a previous ruling that dismissed the Trump campaign's request for an injunction in the case in Pennsylvania to challenge the election results and slammed the lawsuit.

'Bush's brain' to keynote IARC meet

'Bush's brain' to keynote IARC meet

Rediff.com31 Aug 2006

Trump has not done anything to be impeached: Nikki Haley

Trump has not done anything to be impeached: Nikki Haley

Rediff.com11 Nov 2019

Haley, in her forthcoming memoir, has claimed that former Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and former White House chief of staff John Kelly attempted to recruit her to undermine President Trump in an effort to "save the country," according to The Washington Post.

COVID-hit Trump makes surprise drive-by to greet supporters

COVID-hit Trump makes surprise drive-by to greet supporters

Rediff.com5 Oct 2020

The brief drive through Rockville Pike in Bethesda, a Maryland suburb of Washington DC, that separates the National Institute of Health and Walter Reed National Military Medical Center, brought cheers to his supporters who have been praying for the 74-year-old president's health ahead of the presidential election next month.

Trump wins Washington primary, needs 10 delegates to seal nomination

Trump wins Washington primary, needs 10 delegates to seal nomination

Rediff.com25 May 2016

Facing no active opposition, Donald Trump on Wednesday cruised to victory in the Washington state primary and was just one step away from clinching the Republican presidential nomination to set up a likely clash with Hillary Clinton in the November polls.

The desi at the heart of Hillary's FBI troubles

The desi at the heart of Hillary's FBI troubles

Rediff.com2 Nov 2016

'Huma Abedin must follow through in the footsteps of her illustrious mentor Hillary Clinton to carry the movement forward to empower American women,' says Kaleem Kawaja.

Biden campaign launches initiative to woo Hindus in US

Biden campaign launches initiative to woo Hindus in US

Rediff.com2 Sep 2020

The development is being seen as a sign of the growing political prominence of Hindus in America. Hinduism is the fourth largest faith in the US, representing approximately one per cent of the US population in 2016.

In latest Twitter gaffe, US Prez Trump misspells honour

In latest Twitter gaffe, US Prez Trump misspells honour

Rediff.com23 Jan 2017

"I am honered to serve you, the great American People, as your 45th President of the United States!", he tweeted shortly after assuming his office.

Khalistani links cloud new Sikh-US Congressional caucus

Khalistani links cloud new Sikh-US Congressional caucus

Rediff.com25 Apr 2013

In a major milestone on Capitol Hill for the Sikh American community, a bi-partisan group of United States lawmakers led by California Democrat and Congresswoman Judy Chu and California Republican Congressman David Valadao on Wednesday announced the formation of an American Sikh Congressional Caucus in the US House of Representatives.

Trump may give 30-min-long speech at Howdy Modi event

Trump may give 30-min-long speech at Howdy Modi event

Rediff.com22 Sep 2019

As per the schedule released by the White House on late Saturday night, Trump will spend 100 minutes at the NRG Stadium.

Hillary vs Trump: Stage set for Monday night showdown

Hillary vs Trump: Stage set for Monday night showdown

Rediff.com25 Sep 2016

A new Washington Post-ABC News poll stated that the two leaders, ahead of the first presidential debate, are locked in a neck-and-neck battle with just over a month to go for the elections.

Violence never wins, says US Vice President Pence

Violence never wins, says US Vice President Pence

Rediff.com7 Jan 2021

'To those who wreaked havoc in our Capitol today, You did not win. Violence never wins. Freedom wins. And this is still the people's house.'

US lawmakers seek immediate removal of Trump

US lawmakers seek immediate removal of Trump

Rediff.com7 Jan 2021

'For the first time since the War of 1812, the United States Capitol was breached today'

Meet the 23-year-old desi who won from Ohio

Meet the 23-year-old desi who won from Ohio

Rediff.com5 Nov 2014

Indian-American law student Niraj Antani makes history as he goes on to become the youngest sitting state representative. Rediff.com's George Joseph reports

Trump wanted me to be Secretary of State: Nikki Haley

Trump wanted me to be Secretary of State: Nikki Haley

Rediff.com25 Oct 2020

"I was the Governor of South Carolina, the best job serving the state that raised me. And then I got a phone call (after the 2016 elections," Haley, 48, said during a fireside chat organised by Indian Voices for Trump in Norristown in the battleground state of Pennsylvania on Saturday.

No winner yet in tense US presidential race

No winner yet in tense US presidential race

Rediff.com5 Nov 2020

After the latest projections in Wisconsin, Biden has 253 electoral college votes as against Trump's 213, making it much difficult for the President to win the polls. The winner of the 2020 presidential election should have at least 270 Electoral College votes out of the 538-member electoral college.

Kamala Harris hit by the return of 'birther movement'

Kamala Harris hit by the return of 'birther movement'

Rediff.com14 Aug 2020

The conspiracy theory about Harris started following a Newsweek Op-Ed by Dr John Eastman, who ran in the Republican primary to be California's attorney general in 2010. Trump did not give his opinion on it but acknowledged that he has heard about such claims circulating on social media that Harris is not eligible to be the president of the United States.

In Mumbai amid protests, Kangana attacks Uddhav with harsh words

In Mumbai amid protests, Kangana attacks Uddhav with harsh words

Rediff.com10 Sep 2020

Addressing Maharashtra Chief Minister and Shiv Sena leader Uddhav Thackeray, Ranaut posted a video message saying his 'ego will be destroyed' the way her Bandra home was demolished.

Obama fumes as US Senate shoots down his gun control bill

Obama fumes as US Senate shoots down his gun control bill

Rediff.com18 Apr 2013

The US Senate has rejected a White House-backed strong gun control bill, with President Barack Obama slamming the decision as "shameful" and accusing the lawmakers of surrendering to the powerful firearms lobby.

Merrick Garland nominated as US Supreme Court judge

Merrick Garland nominated as US Supreme Court judge

Rediff.com16 Mar 2016

At age 63, Garland is the oldest person nominated to the Supreme Court since President Nixon named Justice Lewis Powell in 1971.

'Fiscal cliff' fracas: From smiles to distrust to rancour

'Fiscal cliff' fracas: From smiles to distrust to rancour

Rediff.com5 Jan 2013

Many lawmakers fear that things may get more toxic through a series of bitter struggles expected in next few months over nation's debt and deficit burdens.

Melania's speechwriter apologises for 'using' Michelle Obama's words

Melania's speechwriter apologises for 'using' Michelle Obama's words

Rediff.com21 Jul 2016

McIver said Melania had 'always liked Michelle Obama' and 'over the phone, she read some passages from Michelle's speech as examples' of what she wanted to tell the convention.

US authorises Moderna vaccine for emergency use

US authorises Moderna vaccine for emergency use

Rediff.com19 Dec 2020

According to an official statement, the FDA has determined that the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine has met the statutory criteria for issuance of an emergency use authorisation (EUA).

Resolution slamming China over Ladakh introduced in US Senate

Resolution slamming China over Ladakh introduced in US Senate

Rediff.com14 Aug 2020

The resolution was introduced by Senator John Cornyn, Republican Senate Majority Whip, and Senator Mark Warner, ranking member of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence.

Obama denounces 'bigotry' in veiled shot at Trump

Obama denounces 'bigotry' in veiled shot at Trump

Rediff.com10 Dec 2015

The president's remarks follow Trump calling for a "total and complete shutdown" of Muslims entering the US.

New Jersey gov Chris Christie announces 2016 US presidential run

New Jersey gov Chris Christie announces 2016 US presidential run

Rediff.com1 Jul 2015

Chris Christie, the governor of New Jersey, which has one of the largest Indian-American population in a US state, has launched his bid for president, joining the already crowded presidential race of his Republican party.

US decides its fate: And the faces say it all

US decides its fate: And the faces say it all

Rediff.com9 Nov 2016

While Trump supporters celebrated the win with late night parties, deafening silence prevailed in Hillary Clinton camp.

Obama, Romney focus on swing states in final campaigning

Obama, Romney focus on swing states in final campaigning

Rediff.com5 Nov 2012

A photo finish to the White House was predicted by final United States poll surveys with rivals Barack Obama and Mitt Romney deadlocked as the gruelling 18 month campaign entered its last moments.

Jindal, Christie spar at undercard GOP debate

Jindal, Christie spar at undercard GOP debate

Rediff.com11 Nov 2015

Indian-American Louisiana governor Bobby Jindal and Chris Christie, the governor of New Jersey which has a significant presence of the Indian-origin community, exchanged some feisty barbs on the state of the US economy during a Republican undercard debate.

US defence secretary Chuck Hagel resigns

US defence secretary Chuck Hagel resigns

Rediff.com24 Nov 2014

United States Defence Secretary Chuck Hagel has resigned under pressure, the first cabinet-level casualty coming close on the heels of Democratic Party loosing majority in the Senate and the Obama administration's struggle in dealing with the Islamic State.

Ahead of inauguration, Washington DC turns into fortress

Ahead of inauguration, Washington DC turns into fortress

Rediff.com18 Jan 2021

More than 25,000 National Guards have been deployed along with thousands of local police personnel and those from other security agencies. The area in and around Capitol Hill, a large part of Pennsylvania Avenue and the White House has been made out of bounds for the general public with eight-feet high iron barricades being erected.

Biden: No cause to worry for India

Biden: No cause to worry for India

Rediff.com12 Nov 2020

Washington might occasionally make some noises about alleged human rights violations and related issues but commonality of interests will only see the Indo-US ties grow stronger, observes Virendra Kapoor.

Stop whining and focus on winning votes: Obama to Trump

Stop whining and focus on winning votes: Obama to Trump

Rediff.com19 Oct 2016

United States President Barack Obama on Tuesday slammed Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump for making false allegations about rigging of the elections and asked the real estate tycoon to stop whining and make his case to get votes.

Why Trump has left Obama's legacy in ashes

Why Trump has left Obama's legacy in ashes

Rediff.com6 Aug 2018

'Trump's desecration of all that Obama represented can be seen at different levels: Personal, political, systemic and structural,' explains Ambassador B S Prakash.

Desis in DC for Trump inaugural

Desis in DC for Trump inaugural

Rediff.com18 Jan 2017

The Republican Hindu Coalition will be out in force at Donald Trump's inauguration.

China declines to congratulate Biden without 'legal endorsement'

China declines to congratulate Biden without 'legal endorsement'

Rediff.com9 Nov 2020

China has not yet come out with an official reaction to Biden and Kamala Harris' victory in the November 3 presidential election even though official media here are carrying out commentaries on their election.