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    South Carolina primary results in full – county by county

    Get the results in the crucial early voting state South Carolina Democrats vote as Biden looks for win to boost flagging campaign Help us cover the critical issues of 2020. Consider making a contribution South Carolina is the first state in the deep south to cast its vote in the primary race, where African American […] More

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    Where do the 2020 Democratic candidates stand on the climate crisis?

    In California – which hosts its primary on Tuesday – voters are all too familiar with the toll of environmental disasters With the California Democratic primary taking place on Super Tuesday this presidential season, the most populous, delegate-rich state in the US will have more influence than ever over choosing the party’s nominee. That influence […] More

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    House launches inquiry into potential interference by attorney general in Roger Stone case – live

    Four prosecutors quit case after Trump intervened Mike Pompeo appears before House committee on foreign affairs Support the Guardian’s independent journalism. Make a contribution 3.21pm GMT The House Judiciary Committee is launching a wide-ranging probe of attorney general William Barr and the US Justice Department, demanding briefings, documents and interviews with 15 officials – including […] More

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    Bernie Sanders defends ‘radical’ ideas in debate mired by bickering – live

    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

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    Bernie Sanders faces onslaught from rivals in South Carolina debate

    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

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    Bernie Sanders’ rivals applaud his Nevada caucus win – video

    Strong results in New Hampshire and Iowa helped the senator achieve a landslide victory. He is clearly in the lead to win the democratic nominations and take on Donald Trump in a presidential election.  Sanders’ rivals congratulated him but galvanised their supporters as they looked ahead to the South Carolina race and Super Tuesday in March, when […] More

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    Gwyneth, Lizzo, Cher: who are Hollywood stars endorsing?

    Ahead of the California primary, here are the candidates Hollywood’s famous names are voting for As the race for the 2020 Democratic nomination grows increasingly unpredictable, every boost helps – and candidates are calling in support from the powerful world of film and entertainment. From Ariana Grande’s endorsement of Bernie Sanders to Pete Buttigieg’s fundraiser […] More

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    Nevada caucuses: crucial ‘first in the west’ Democratic contest kicks off – live

    Saturday’s vote could be a make-or-break moment for candidates in the first state with a diverse electorate Bernie Sanders has invested big in Nevada. Will it pay off? Health, heat and deportations: the issues voters care about 9.44pm GMT The Guardian’s Sam Levin has been attending a caucus at the University of Nevada Reno, where […] More