From doctored videos to fake quotes, the presidential candidate is muddying the water online – and it’s working If a dumpster is already on fire, is there any harm in throwing some more trash into it? Mike Bloomberg’s campaign has spent the last month unapologetically performing the digital equivalent of dumping buckets of fresh garbage […] More
The Trump campaign called the night a ‘hot mess’ as candidates shouted and fought each other and the debate clock Early in the night, the Vermont senator Bernie Sanders – who has emerged as the current frontrunner in the race for the Democratic presidential nomination – was the main target of his opponents’ attacks. Continue […] More
Sanders and Bloomberg under attack before Super Tuesday Full story: Sanders faces onslaught from rivals in debate Help us cover the critical issues of 2020. Consider making a contribution 3.07am GMT The 10th Democratic debate has concluded, but the blog will have more updates and analysis coming up, so stay tuned. 3.06am GMT Bernie Sanders’ […] More
The Democratic frontrunner is target of attacks from centrists Mike Bloomberg and Joe Biden Follow the South Carolina debate live Democratic candidates rounded on Bernie Sanders at the crucial 10th primary debate in South Carolina on Tuesday night, seeking to slow his momentum as the current frontrunner in the race for the Democratic presidential nomination. […] More
Former New York mayor deletes Twitter attacks after backlash #BernieOnDespots hashtag is billionaire’s latest misfire Mike Bloomberg has deleted controversial tweets that sarcastically praised dictators in an attempt to damage his rival Democratic presidential candidate senator Bernie Sanders after garnering intense backlash online. Related: Can Mike Bloomberg come back from his Democratic debate debacle? Continue […] More
President in India for whirlwind visit amid violent clashes Democratic contenders face off in TV debate on Tuesday evening Support the Guardian’s independent journalism. Make a contribution 2.53pm GMT A new ad from Mike Bloomberg titled “Supports Women” features women who have worked at Bloomberg’s company or on his staff while he was mayor of […] More
Zachary Ro told candidate ‘I want to be brave like you’ while on stage at a campaign rally in Denver At a campaign rally in Denver, a nine-year-old Pete Buttigieg supporter asked the presidential hopeful to “tell the world I’m gay”. Zachary Ro, from Lone Tree, was called on stage so Buttigieg could answer directly […] More
New Gallup poll gives Trump a 49% rating, first net positive for the president since January 2017 Donald Trump’s popularity rating is improving at a key moment in election year – boosting his chances of winning a second term in the White House. Related: Nevada caucuses: Bernie Sanders wins in resounding victory Continue reading… More
