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How the Electoral College works in US elections
In Depth Kamala Harris holds a narrow lead over Donald Trump nationally, but popular sentiment doesn't necessarily translate into electoral success
By Gabriel Power, The Week UK Last updated
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Battleground states to watch in the 2024 election
In Depth These seven states could end up deciding who wins the White House this year
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Last updated
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The Heritage Foundation's Project 2025 wants to reshape America under Trump
In Depth The project outlines a series of moves to transform the executive branch of the government
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Last updated
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A brief history of third parties in the US
In Depth Though none of America's third parties have won a presidential election, they have nonetheless had a large impact on the country's politics
By Joel Mathis, The Week US Last updated
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Elon Musk's most controversial moments
In Depth The business mogul has a long history in the hot seat
By Justin Klawans, The Week US Last updated
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What is the Hat Man? 'Shadow people' and sleep paralysis
In Depth Lore around 'sleep demons' has been fuelled by TikTok's fascination with the paranormal, but the explanation could be medical
By The Week Staff Last updated
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Is China going to invade Taiwan?
In Depth President Lai Ching-te warns conflict in Taiwan Strait would have 'more profound impact on world' than invasion of Ukraine or Covid pandemic
By The Week Staff Last updated
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The Chagos agreement explained
In Depth Ceding the islands to Mauritius could allow China to gain foothold in the Indo-Pacific, experts have warned
By The Week UK Published
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6 volcanoes that could shut down the world
In Depth Italy's Mount Etna could be a preview of more danger on the horizon
By Devika Rao, The Week US Last updated
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Donald Trump's biggest legal threats
In Depth It's not just Jack Smith's indictments — the former president is facing a host of separate challenges from around the country
By Rafi Schwartz, The Week US Last updated
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Who will replace Rishi Sunak as the next Tory leader?
In Depth Shortlist will be whittled down to two later today
By The Week UK Last updated
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What do the Republicans stand for?
In Depth America is effectively a two-party system. Here's a look at the Party of Lincoln ... and Trump
By Peter Weber, The Week US Last updated
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What do the Democrats stand for?
In Depth America is effectively a 2-party system. Here's a look at the older party.
By Peter Weber, The Week US Last updated
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All the presidential assassination attempts
In Depth American history is full of efforts to kill sitting and former presidents
By David Faris Published
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