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LIVE UPDATES: Albanese, Dutton to face off in The Great Debate on Nine:
9news.com.au/national/federal-election-2025-live-updates-third-leaders-debate-anthony-albanese-peter-dutton-latest-news-headlines/3afad402-31f6-4c67-bb4b-5651719a7c1f

Image from the original article. Source: First day of early voting smashes 2022 record: More than 500,000 votes were cast in the first day of early voting on Tuesday, as the trend continues of more ...
abc.net.au/news/2025-04-23/first-day-of-early-voting-2025-smashes-record/105204704

Key Facts: Early Voting Launches with Strong Turnout in D-FW
Apr 22 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: dallasnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: dallasnews.com
- The first day of early voting in North Texas saw thousands casting ballots for local elections.
- Over 6,500 ballots were cast in Dallas County, with voters emphasizing the importance of participation.
- Some voters expressed that their votes hold more significance in local elections with typically lower turnout.
- Voters should be aware of requirements, including the necessity of presenting a valid ID.
"In unity, there is strength."— Miguel Molina, a voter who came on the first day of early voting in Dallas.
Image from the original article. Source: Oscars: Voters must now see all films: Overdue new rule: Those who vote for the Oscars must now prove that they have seen all the nominated films.
stern.de/kultur/oscarverleihung--wahlberechtigte-muessen-nun-alle-filme-sehen-35658742.html

Key Facts: New Rules for the 2026 Oscar Voting
Apr 23 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stern.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: stern.de
- The Academy requires voters to have seen all nominated films.
- Proof of viewing will be tracked through a dedicated streaming platform.
- This rule aims to prevent members from voting in categories without having seen the relevant films.
- Additionally, films by refugee filmmakers will now be eligible for submission.
"Academy members must now watch all nominated films in each category in order to vote in the final round of the Oscars."— The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced that voters must see all nominated films to be eligible to vote.
A minority Labor government could be truly progressive – and the conservatives know it
theguardian.com/australia-news/2025/apr/26/a-minority-labor-government-could-be-truly-progressive-and-the-conservatives-know-it

Greens accused of misleading voters with flyer in tightly contested Brisbane seat
theguardian.com/australia-news/2025/apr/26/greens-accused-of-misleading-voters-griffith-max-chandler-mather-flyer-ntwnfb

Judge blocks parts of Trump’s overhaul of US elections, including proof-of-citizenship requirement
houstonchronicle.com/news/politics/article/judge-blocks-parts-of-trump-s-overhaul-of-us-20292705.php

Dutton backs himself to win the election – but the bookies don’t: With a week to go to the election, bookies and punters have Labor the favourite in 77 seats ...
smh.com.au/politics/federal/dutton-s-belief-he-can-win-election-at-odds-with-bookies-predictions-20250425-p5luaz.html
Image from the original article. Source: What happens next after Francis’ death? How the Catholic Church will pick a successor
cnn.com/2025/04/21/europe/pope-francis-death-next-steps-explainer-intl/

Key Facts: Mourning Pope Francis in Dubai
39m · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thenationalnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: thenationalnews.com
- Thousands of Catholics gathered in Dubai to pray for Pope Francis and honor his legacy as a peacemaker.
- Bishop Paolo Martinelli urged the faithful to follow the Pope's example and choose peace over war.
- Participants expressed their sorrow over the Pope's loss, highlighting his commitment to the poor and interfaith dialogue.
- The Pope's words on unity and brotherhood were emphasized during the mass to stress the importance of charity.
"He was our beloved Papa Francis, he represented hope for all people."— Emily Ramos, a finance professional, expressed her feelings about the Pope's impact.
Liberals ahead of Conservatives by 8 points with election day a week away: Nanos: A three-day rolling sample by Nanos Research has the Liberals at 44 per cent ...
cp24.com/federal-election-2025/2025/04/21/liberals-ahead-by-7-points-with-election-day-a-week-away-nanos/
Image from the original article. Source: Dutton’s angry-man mistakes leave Albanese looking the better devil: The Coalition’s reliance on anger and resentment at the government’s inadequacies looks to ...
theage.com.au/politics/federal/dutton-s-angry-man-mistakes-leave-albanese-looking-the-better-devil-20250422-p5ltfu.html
Key Facts: Leaders Stand Firm on Nuclear Energy Debate
Apr 23 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abc.net.au
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abc.net.au
- Peter Dutton and Anthony Albanese reaffirmed their positions on nuclear power regardless of the election outcome during the third debate.
- Both leaders emphasized the ongoing political divide over nuclear energy and agreed that no changes to their energy policies would occur even if rejected by voters.
- The foreign policy discussion centered on perceptions of leadership strength, with each questioning the other's capabilities.
- Both parties assured no changes would be made to negative gearing or capital gains tax policies, while discussing fiscal responsibility and future budget plans.
We are committed to nuclear not because it's politically popular.— Peter Dutton, during the debate on energy policy.
Image from the original article. Source: CDU loses in poll: “Majority believe the AfD will be the strongest force”: In the Insa opinion trend, the CDU/CSU and AfD are on a par. According to pollster ...
welt.de/politik/deutschland/article255990754/CDU-verliert-in-Umfrage-Mehrheit-glaubt-die-AfD-wird-staerkste-Kraft.html

Key Facts: AfD Hits Record High in Polls
Apr 23 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: welt.de
- The latest Insa poll shows the AfD and Union tied at 25 percent.
- The AfD's popularity is rising, while both CDU/CSU and SPD are losing support.
- A majority of 51 percent of respondents believe the AfD will become the strongest party in the next election.
- The poll indicates the Union has lost one in nine voters since the last federal election.
"The majority of citizens believe that the AfD will be the strongest political force in the next federal election."— Insa Chief Hermann Binkert to Bild regarding the survey results.
Image from the original article. Source: Judge blocks parts of Trump’s overhaul of US elections: A federal judge has agreed with voting rights groups and Democrats that the Constitution gives the power ...
apnews.com/article/trump-elections-executive-order-citizenship-lawsuit-4b683fe2e1106316fdb05621be9b7d0e

Key Facts: Judge Blocks Aspects of Trump's Election Reform
Apr 24 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: apnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: apnews.com
- A federal judge has prevented the Trump administration from implementing certain changes to federal elections.
- This includes adding a proof-of-citizenship requirement to the federal voter registration form.
- Judge Colleen Kollar-Kotelly ruled in favor of voting rights groups and Democrats, issuing a preliminary injunction.
- However, the judge denied other requests from Democratic plaintiffs to block additional measures in Trump's executive order.
Image from the original article. Source: Federal election 2025 live: Dutton says he believes in climate change after saying he wasn't a scientist in debate
abc.net.au/news/2025-04-17/federal-live-2025-campaign-election-updates-/105185416
Key Facts: Debate Reveals Weaknesses in Dutton and Albanese
Apr 16 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abc.net.au
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: abc.net.au
- The ABC Leaders Debate revealed that Peter Dutton and the Coalition appear unprepared for government.
- Dutton failed to convincingly articulate his economic promises, while Albanese expressed optimism about future economic improvements.
- Both leaders discussed their housing plans, with Dutton dodging questions on tax breaks and Albanese defending government spending.
- In global politics, Dutton seemed weak, whereas Albanese presented himself confidently regarding international relations, particularly with China and the USA.
"The science is very clear."— Anthony Albanese, speaking about climate change and its impacts during the ABC Leaders Debate.
Rulings coming fast and furious in lawsuits over Trump's policies: Here's the latest developments in some of the more than 170 lawsuits filed over Trump's ...
1news.co.nz/2025/04/25/rulings-coming-fast-and-furious-in-lawsuits-over-trumps-policies/

Kooyong MP Monique Ryan denounces gatecrashers who interrupted election forum: Kooyong MP Monique Ryan has condemned gatecrashers who interrupted an election ...
abc.net.au/news/2025-04-24/victoria-kooyong-election-gatecrashers-monique-ryan/105210088

Dutton in last-minute teal seat blitz with one week to go: The opposition leader is planning to visit 28 seats between now and election day in a marathon aimed ...
theage.com.au/politics/federal/dutton-in-last-minute-teal-seat-blitz-with-seven-days-to-go-20250426-p5lufn.html
How can you tell you’re in a teal seat? Dutton is nowhere to be seen: The Liberals have changed their strategy in the so-called teal seats. But once again ...
smh.com.au/politics/federal/how-can-you-tell-you-re-in-a-teal-seat-dutton-is-nowhere-to-be-seen-20250424-p5ltxf.html

Australia could look more like Europe after this election: Dominant parties imply the choice is a narrow binary but in reality Australian contests are ...
abc.net.au/news/2025-04-20/minor-parties-election-outcome-/105100176

Current poll: AfD now the strongest force - | Merz and Klingbeil without a majority
berliner-zeitung.de/news/forsa-umfrage-afd-jetzt-staerkste-kraft-schwarz-rot-ohne-mehrheit-li.2318602

Coalition cosies up to One Nation with preferences in ceasefire after 30-year war
abc.net.au/news/2025-04-23/pauline-hanson-one-nation-preferencing-deal/105200748

Poilievre paints picture of gloomy future under Carney as election day draws closer
cp24.com/federal-election-2025/2025/04/24/party-leaders-campaigning-across-the-country-as-election-day-nears/
‘Sick of being ignored’: galvanised by Gaza, Australian Muslims aim to exert new political power at the election
theguardian.com/australia-news/2025/apr/24/sick-of-being-ignored-galvanised-by-gaza-australian-muslims-aim-to-exert-new-political-power-at-the-election

Federal election 2025: Clive Palmer's party launch, Bob Katter takes aim at Coles and Woolies — as it happened
abc.net.au/news/2025-04-19/federal-election-politics-2025-live-blog-dutton-albanese-/105191918

Poilievre pledges ‘ban’ on new taxes in costed platform that projects $14 billion deficit in four years
thestar.com/politics/federal-elections/poilievre-pledges-ban-on-new-taxes-in-costed-platform-that-projects-14-billion-deficit-in/article_87100ec9-15e9-49b6-ba05-3b002f87d52b.html
Poll shows more Trump voters see autism-vaccine link than general public : A new poll has found that 22% of Americans believe that vaccines have been shown to ...
thehill.com/policy/healthcare/5265383-vaccines-autism-poll-rfk-trump-kennedy-hhs-cdc/

Image from the original article. Source: Trump backlash shifts voters from Dutton to Albanese: poll: The shift has cut support for the Coalition to 46.5 per cent in two-party terms ...
theage.com.au/politics/federal/trump-backlash-shifts-voters-from-dutton-to-albanese-poll-20250414-p5lrls.html
Key Facts: Trump's Impact: Dutton's Campaign Challenged
Apr 15 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: theage.com.au
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: theage.com.au
- Donald Trump has been perceived as a threat to the Australian election, adversely affecting Peter Dutton.
- Thirty-three percent of voters are less likely to support Dutton, compared to twenty-one percent for Albanese.
- A majority of voters, including fifty-eight percent of Coalition supporters, view Trump negatively for Australia.
- Dutton's reluctance to strongly reject Trump has negatively impacted his campaign.
Australians tell ABC's Your Say bulk-billing and dental coverage in Medicare will sway their vote this election
abc.net.au/news/2025-04-24/federal-election-2025-your-say-health/105206844

Dutton’s angry-man mistakes leave Albanese looking the better devil: The Coalition’s reliance on anger and resentment at the government’s inadequacies looks to ...
smh.com.au/politics/federal/dutton-s-angry-man-mistakes-leave-albanese-looking-the-better-devil-20250422-p5ltfu.html

‘Fresh, new administration’: Preston Manning says Liberal election loss would avoid ‘unity crisis’
ctvnews.ca/federal-election-2025/article/fresh-new-administration-preston-manning-says-liberal-election-loss-would-avoid-unity-crisis/
Canada election sees record high early voting, figures show: About 7.3m people have cast ballots over four days of advanced voting in sign of elevated interest ...
theguardian.com/world/2025/apr/22/canada-election-advance-voting

Donald Trump: This is how much his approval ratings are falling: Donald Trump has completed 100 days of his second term as US president. Several polls show that ...
berliner-zeitung.de/news/donald-trump-so-stark-sinken-seine-zustimmungswerte-li.2319078

Image from the original article. Source: Trump says he would support a millionaires tax — if it weren't bad politics: "I don’t want to be in a position where we lose an election because I was generous ...
qz.com/donald-trump-millionaire-tax-hike-time-interview-1851777894
Key Facts: Trump Discusses Millionaire Tax Amid Election Concerns
22h · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: qz.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: qz.com
- President Trump expressed support for a millionaire tax increase but is wary of potential election losses.
- He referenced George H. W. Bush's election loss as a cautionary tale against the political fallout of tax increases.
- While he would be willing to pay more in taxes, Trump does not want to jeopardize election outcomes due to his generosity.
- He also stated he would veto any bill that cuts Social Security and Medicare benefits.
I don’t want to be in a position where we lose an election because I was generous.— President Donald Trump commented on the political implications of supporting a millionaire tax hike during an interview with Time.
Donald Trump’s con of working-class people is beginning to unravel | Opinion: The con is revealed: More people are seeing Trump as the bigoted ...
miamiherald.com/opinion/article304479761.html

GE2025: Voters must choose if they want weaker govt with more opposition, or strong mandate for PAP, says ESM Goh
straitstimes.com/singapore/ge2025-voters-must-choose-if-they-want-weaker-govt-with-more-opposition-or-strong-mandate-for-pap
Nigel Farage issues five word county council election vow at Bedworth club visit: It was a whirlwind stop to the Saunders Club earlier this evening
coventrytelegraph.net/news/local-news/nigel-farage-visits-bedworth-club-31490413

What Should Kamala Harris Do Next? I Have an Idea.: He’s a dead Canadian socialist. And just like Harris, he also suffered a nationally embarrassing defeat.
slate.com/news-and-politics/2025/04/kamala-harris-political-return-emulate-tommy-douglas.html

Trump reinserts himself into Canadian politics, saying 'as a state, it works great'
cbc.ca/news/politics/trump-canada-politics-1.7516951

Vote Compass data shows rise in importance of cost of living ahead of 2025 federal election
abc.net.au/news/2025-04-20/federal-election-2025-most-important-issue-vote-compass/105178788

Image from the original article. Source: "Bracing for a breakthrough": AfD situation shows uncanny parallels to 1925: So far, the AfD has celebrated one triumph after another without a strong leader ...
fr.de/politik/wappnet-sich-fuer-durchbruch-situation-der-afd-zeigt-unheimliche-parallelen-zum-jahr-1925-zr-93696966.html

Key Facts: AfD: Parallels to the NSDAP and Leadership Changes
Apr 25 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: fr.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: fr.de
- The AfD is achieving success without clear leadership, raising questions about its future.
- Excluding Björn Höcke from elections could occur under specific circumstances, but it is complex.
- There are disturbing similarities between the current situation of the AfD and the NSDAP before 1925.
- Potential leader Höcke polarizes and could negatively impact the AfD's electoral chances.
Today's society is hardly comparable to that of 1925 in terms of economic and social conditions.— Oliver Lembcke explains that the ground for extremes was much more fertile in the post-World War society than it is today.
Judge blocks election decree: Next setback in court for Donald Trump: The Trump administration is currently facing almost 190 different lawsuits. Time and again ...
n-tv.de/politik/Naechste-Schlappe-vor-Gericht-fuer-Donald-Trump-article25725717.html

Carney ahead in polls as Canada enters last week of election campaign: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, ahead in polls in the run-up to an April 28 election ...
reuters.com/world/americas/carney-ahead-polls-canada-enters-last-week-election-campaign-2025-04-21/

After polling day, our leaders will come clean about the trouble we’re in: By pretending that a planet-scale upheaval is not happening, our political leaders are ...
smh.com.au/politics/federal/after-polling-day-our-leaders-will-come-clean-about-the-trouble-we-re-in-20250425-p5lu93.html

Most Canadians feel as safe or safer than 10 years ago, Nanos poll finds. Conservative voters are another story.
ctvnews.ca/federal-election-2025/article/most-canadians-feel-as-safe-or-safer-than-10-years-ago-nanos-poll-finds-conservative-voters-are-another-story/

Trump won these independent voters. Now some are souring on his second term.
washingtonpost.com/politics/2025/04/26/trump-independents-second-term-soured/

Image from the original article. Source: Trump's official store is selling a 'Trump 2028' hat for $50 : The Trump Organization is selling 2028 merchandise that winks at the possibility of an ...
businessinsider.com/trump-selling-2028-merchandise-2025-4
Key Facts: Trump 2028 Merchandise Sells Amid Third Term Speculations
7h · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: metro.co.uk
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: metro.co.uk
- Official Trump 2028 hats and shirts are now available for purchase.
- The items, sold in red and blue with the slogan 'Rewrite the Rules', suggest a potential bid for a third term by Donald Trump.
- Eric Trump shared Instagram photos raising questions about the new merchandise and laughed off speculation regarding another family member's candidacy in 2028.
- Despite the 22nd Amendment prohibiting a third term, supporters claim there may be a loophole allowing Trump to return to the White House.
Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff says he ‘strongly’ agrees Trump needs to be impeached: Georgia Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff told a voter in Georgia on Friday that he ...
edition.cnn.com/2025/04/25/politics/jon-ossoff-trump-impeachment/index.html

Image from the original article. Source: Trump orders probe of foreign funding, 'straw donors' in elections after ActBlue fraud claims
nypost.com/2025/04/24/us-news/trump-orders-probe-of-foreign-funding-in-us-elections-after-actblue-fraud-claims/

Key Facts: Trump Launches Investigations Against Democrats' Fundraising
Apr 25 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: wapo.st
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: wapo.st
- President Trump has instructed his Attorney General to investigate ActBlue, a key fundraising platform for Democrats.
- In a memo, Trump made unsubstantiated claims about illegal fundraising practices and called for a comprehensive inquiry.
- Democratic groups condemned Trump's memo as an attempt to stifle grassroots contributions and empower wealthy donors.
- GOP committees have previously investigated similar allegations against ActBlue, but those claims lacked substantial evidence.
"There is no room for grift, foreign influence, or corruption in our elections. Full Stop."— Rep. Gerry Connolly, the top Democrat on the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, commented on the GOP's investigations into ActBlue.
My Easter sermon: How we Trump-proof our society: When politicians are no longer game to appeal to the better angels of our nature, you know we’ve got a problem.
smh.com.au/business/the-economy/my-easter-sermon-how-we-trump-proof-our-society-20250420-p5lsxv.html

Can the teals repeat the success of 2022 at the upcoming election?: In an election not centred on climate, integrity and women, pundits are closely watching to ...
abc.net.au/news/2025-04-23/election-2025-teals-independents-women/105202212
Survey Shows Progressive Voters Want 'Fighters,' Not 'Status Quo' Democrats, to Battle Trump
commondreams.org/news/our-revolution-primaries-democrats-david-hogg

Labor promises free 24/7 health advice in further Medicare pledge, rebranding existing hotline
abc.net.au/news/2025-04-26/labor-promises-free-health-advice-hotline/105219694

How a sense of betrayal brought a major complication to a battleground seat: At the last election, Labor won Gilmore by just 373 votes. A new player has emerged ...
smh.com.au/politics/federal/how-a-sense-of-betrayal-brought-a-major-complication-to-a-battleground-seat-20250414-p5lrlg.html
Carney confirms Trump raised 51st state idea in their call. Live election updates here.
cp24.com/federal-election-2025/2025/04/24/carney-confirms-trump-raised-51st-state-idea-in-their-call-live-election-updates-here/
Democrats face growing calls for generational change
thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5256401-democrats-call-for-generational-change/

Image from the original article. Source: MyPillow CEO says he is ‘in ruins’ after lawsuits, court sanctions: “Nobody will borrow me any more. Not one dime,” Lindell said. "I don’t have $5,000 or 5 cents ...
pennlive.com/politics/2025/04/mypillow-ceo-says-he-is-in-ruins-after-lawsuits-court-sanctions.html

Key Facts: Mike Lindell Reveals Financial Struggles in Court Hearing
Apr 17 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mediaite.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mediaite.com
- Mike Lindell, CEO of MyPillow, detailed his financial troubles and inability to pay the sanctions imposed against him.
- He was ordered to pay $56,369 to Smartmatic, which sued him for defamation.
- Lindell described a significant financial decline, including laying off hundreds of employees and losing several MyPillow warehouses.
- A judge asked Lindell to provide proof of his bankruptcy by Friday, questioning the verifiability of his claims.
I'm in ruins.— Mike Lindell, during a virtual hearing before U.S. District Judge Carl Nichols, regarding his financial situation related to the Smartmatic lawsuit.
Image from the original article. Source: Greene casts blame on Dems for ‘selfish’ town hall disruption: Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (D-Ga.) blamed Democrats for the town hall disruption on Tuesday ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/5251315-marjorie-taylor-greene-democrats-town-hall/

Key Facts: Chaos Erupts at Marjorie Taylor Greene's Town Hall
Apr 16 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: npr.org
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: npr.org
- Several protesters were forcibly removed and arrested at Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's town hall in Acworth, Georgia.
- Greene, a Trump supporter, was interrupted multiple times during her speech and stated that protests should occur outside.
- The police had prepared for potential disruptions and confirmed that some of those arrested were not constituents of Greene's district.
- Greene praised the police's actions and claimed the protesters were funded by Democrats, while emphasizing that dissent should be expressed at the ballot box.
"How people should handle their business is in the voting booth."— Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene told reporters that there is no reason for screaming and yelling during town hall meetings.
Image from the original article. Source: Longtime Democratic Sen. Dick Durbin will not seek re-election in 2026: The second-ranking Senate Democrat will retire after a decades-long career representing ...
nbcnews.com/politics/congress/longtime-democratic-sen-dick-durbin-will-not-seek-re-election-2026-rcna201138

Key Facts: Senator Dick Durbin Announces Retirement from Politics
Apr 23 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: apnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: apnews.com
- Senator Dick Durbin of Illinois announced he will not seek reelection in 2026, marking the end of his over four-decade political career.
- Durbin, who serves as Senate Majority Whip, stated that while he loves his role, he believes it is time to pass the torch.
- He has played a key role in legislation banning smoking in public buildings and introduced the DREAM Act to provide a path to citizenship for immigrants.
- Durbin is recognized as a liberal lawmaker who has pushed for significant criminal justice reforms, including the First Step Act aimed at fairer treatment of offenders.
The decision of whether to run has not been easy. I truly love the job of being a United States senator. But in my heart I know it’s time to pass the torch.— Dick Durbin announced in a video posted to X that he will not seek reelection.
Image from the original article. Source: Eurosceptic Simion hopes to ride wave of anger to victory in Romanian election: Eurosceptic George Simion will get a second shot at becoming Romania's president ...
reuters.com/world/europe/eurosceptic-simion-hopes-ride-wave-anger-victory-romanian-election-2025-04-25/

Key Facts: Eurosceptic Simion Aims for Romanian Presidency
Apr 25 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: reuters.com
- George Simion, a eurosceptic politician, is vying for the Romanian presidency on May 4.
- He seeks to capitalize on anger over the cancellation of the last election, which was annulled due to alleged Russian interference.
- Analysts caution that Simion's victory could isolate Romania internationally and destabilize NATO's eastern flank.
- Simion's aggressive agenda, which includes conservative policies and close ties with the U.S., could lead to a new parliamentary majority with his party.
"I believe that just as MAGA won power in the United States, so too the Make Europe Great Again movement will have a majority in European institutions."— George Simion during a recent conference.
Whoever wins Australia’s election will need to work with the Senate. Here’s how it could look
theguardian.com/australia-news/2025/apr/22/whoever-wins-australias-election-will-need-to-work-with-the-senate-heres-how-it-could-look

Jesse Kline: A clear choice for Jewish voters in this election: What the major parties have to say about Israel and antisemitism
nationalpost.com/opinion/a-clear-choice-for-jewish-voters-in-this-election
Justice counters: Trump suffers three defeats in just one day: Trump is undermining the rule of law in an unprecedented way. But his plans ...
fr.de/politik/justiz-kontert-trump-erleidet-drei-niederlagen-an-nur-einem-tag-zr-93700290.html

Poilievre’s Carleton riding sees highest voter turnout in Canada during advance polls
cp24.com/news/canada/2025/04/25/poilievres-carleton-riding-sees-highest-voter-turnout-in-canada-during-advance-polls/
A week out, Albanese insists he’s not complacent. But he’s certainly something: Anthony Albanese wants it on the record: he is not feeling cocky about Labor’s ...
smh.com.au/politics/federal/a-week-out-albanese-insists-he-s-not-complacent-but-he-s-certainly-something-close-20250425-p5lu5w.html
Judge blocks portions of Trump executive order that seeks to overhaul U.S. elections
cbsnews.com/news/trump-executive-order-election-overhaul-judge-blocks/

Key Facts: Intense Election Battle Begins in Punggol GRC
Apr 24 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: straitstimes.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: straitstimes.com
- On April 24, PAP and WP candidates engaged with voters in Punggol GRC.
- DPM Gan Kim Yong, confirmed as the anchor minister, and WP leader Harpreet Singh exchanged handshakes and pleasantries.
- Both parties distributed materials outlining their campaign plans and manifestos to residents.
- Voters in Punggol GRC are primarily young adults, with both sides emphasizing their commitment to earning the public's trust.
We’re here to earn your trust – by listening, working hard, and, if given the opportunity, we would be honoured to stand up for you and the broader Singaporean community in Parliament.— Harpreet Singh, in a Facebook post addressed to Punggol voters.
Watching the election from afar, I can’t help but wonder – is this really the best Australia can do?
theguardian.com/commentisfree/2025/apr/25/australia-federal-election-dismal-choice

The real cost of living fix is renewables, not nuclear: Politicians know what brings down household bills. But the Coalition isn’t talking about it.
smh.com.au/national/the-real-cost-of-living-fix-is-renewables-not-nuclear-20250416-p5ls6g.html
Image from the original article. Source: 'Trump 2028' merch for sale on president's online shop: Donald Trump's online shop is selling merchandise emblazoned with "Trump 2028 ...
rte.ie/news/us/2025/0425/1509396-trump-store-merchandise/

Key Facts: Trump 2028 Merchandising Launches Online
Apr 25 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nbcnews.com
- The Trump Organization has started selling red hats and T-shirts featuring the slogan 'Trump 2028' online.
- The hats are priced at $50, and the shirts at $36, both stating 'Rewrite the Rules'.
- Trump has suggested he might consider a third term, despite constitutional limitations.
- A Republican senator noted that Trump cannot pursue a third term without a constitutional amendment.
Image from the original article. Source: ‘You’ve got the chops to get it done’: Neil Young endorses Mark Carney ahead of federal election
thestar.com/news/canada/youve-got-the-chops-to-get-it-done-neil-young-endorses-mark-carney-ahead-of/article_045beba5-de64-4e8e-9956-825979ecddd4.html

Key Facts: Neil Young Backs Mark Carney Against Trump
Apr 16 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: torontosun.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: torontosun.com
- Neil Young expressed his support for Liberal Leader Mark Carney in the upcoming Canadian federal election.
- He voiced concerns about threats to Canada’s sovereignty posed by Donald Trump and his remarks regarding Canada potentially becoming the 51st state.
- Young emphasized that Carney possesses the necessary skills and strategies to navigate these challenges, urging voters to support the Liberals on April 28.
- Carney thanked Young on X for his endorsement and reaffirmed his commitment to Canada's future.
"Canada is facing threats to its very existence, incredibly from people we thought were our friends. They want our resources, they want our land, they want our fisheries, they want our water, they want our Arctic, maybe they want our souls. I know the U.S. president could use a soul."— Neil Young expressing his concerns about the threats Canada faces from the U.S.
Greens' how-to-vote card preferences former Franklin candidate Owen Fitzgerald: A how-to-vote-card released by the Greens on Sunday instructs voters to pencil in ...
abc.net.au/news/2025-04-21/tasmania-greens-how-to-vote-card-preferences-non-candidate/105193630

Generation 'screwed': How gen Z and millennial housing concerns are shaping the election
abc.net.au/news/2025-04-19/election-targets-gen-z-millennial-renting-housing-property-woes/105184534

Why the Black Community Can't Let 2024's Betrayal Keep It From the Anti-Trump Fight
commondreams.org/opinion/black-community-trump

‘Haven’t learnt our lesson’: Inside the Dutton campaign as it enters the final stretch
smh.com.au/politics/federal/haven-t-learnt-our-lesson-inside-the-dutton-campaign-as-it-enters-the-final-stretch-20250424-p5lu4q.html
Shock new poll reveals Dutton’s dodgy start to election campaign: A shaky start to Peter Dutton’s campaign has seen a drop in the Coalition primary vote since ...
dailytelegraph.com.au/news/national/federal-election/shock-poll-lands-another-blow-to-peter-duttons-election-campaign/news-story/11c7150722a1d8e8753c20657da564b3
Pope Francis dies aged 88 after losing tragic health battle with double pneumonia
metro.co.uk/2025/04/21/pope-francis-dies-aged-88-18531546/

GE2025: PAP does not give up any constituency, says SM Teo at walkabout in Aljunied GRC
straitstimes.com/singapore/politics/pap-does-not-give-up-any-constituency-says-sm-teo-at-walkabout-in-aljunied-grc
Image from the original article. Source: 2025 parliamentary election: red-green coalition agreement for Hamburg is in place
spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/buergerschaftswahl-2025-rot-gruener-koalitionsvertrag-fuer-hamburg-steht-a-21231b34-4900-4d15-843c-6d12c00c9cb6

Key Facts: Continuation of Hamburg's Red-Green Coalition
Apr 24 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: tagesschau.de
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: tagesschau.de
- SPD and Greens have agreed to continue their coalition following the state election, presenting the coalition agreement at the town hall.
- Peter Tschentscher (SPD) highlighted that the agreement is themed "Hamburg unites - with heart and mind" and reflects the distinct contributions of both parties.
- Katharina Fegebank (Greens) will become the Environment Senator, with Anjes Tjarks and Anna Gallina remaining as Transport and Justice Senators respectively.
- The coalition aims to expedite approval processes, maintain free educational offerings, and support the construction of the A26-East highway.
"We want to provide the people of Hamburg with social, economic, and political security in uncertain times through our government program."— Peter Tschentscher (SPD), current and future Mayor of Hamburg, during the press conference presenting the coalition agreement.
Singapore orders foreigners' Facebook posts taken down under new election rules: Singapore has ordered Facebook parent Meta to block Singaporeans' access to ...
reuters.com/world/asia-pacific/singapore-orders-foreigners-facebook-posts-taken-down-under-new-election-rules-2025-04-26/

New polling shows a collapse in Trump’s approval numbers: Trump’s job approval rating has plummeted, especially on the economy, according to two new polls.
thehill.com/opinion/campaign/5265435-trump-job-approval-ratings/

Don't give the opposition a free pass, PM Wong cautions at PAP's first GE2025 rally
asiaone.com/singapore/dont-give-opposition-free-pass-pm-wong-cautions-paps-first-ge2025-rally

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