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Monday, February 16, 2026
TopicRepublican Party

Topic: Republican Party

Public confidence in Trump is eroding, even among Republican voters, Pew finds

The survey was conducted from 20-26 January, when Trump's immigration crackdown reached a boiling point with ICE and Border Patrol agents attacking US citizens.

Capitalism’s capital has its Mamdani moment as Democratic socialist takes lead in NYC mayoral race

The off-year election is being keenly watched around US and the world, as Mamdani’s potential win could offer a blueprint for Democratic Party, still reeling from loss of the White House.

Trump celebrates aggressive start to term in speech to Congress, draws catcalls from Democrats

The primetime speech capped a second day of market turmoil after he imposed sweeping new tariffs against Mexico, Canada and China.

There’s a new ‘ism’ in town. Left, Right & Centre are losing to it

In the new world, the only idea that cuts across enough vote banks is populism. Its beauty, charm and success lies in its ease of use, in how little it demands from your head or heart.

Trump vows to pardon Jan 6 Capitol rioters

Trump said there could be “some exceptions” to his pardons if the individuals had acted 'radical' or 'crazy'. The assault had left more than 140 police injured & several dead.

Donald Trump becomes 2nd US president to stage comeback after failed reelection bid

First was Grover Cleveland 130 years ago, from 1885 to 1889 & 1893 to 1897. Harris tried to make history too, aiming to be 2nd sitting VP to win a presidential election in a century.

A guide to US presidential elections. Electoral college, swing states, 3rd party candidates & more

Poll trends indicate an exceptionally tight race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump. ThePrint breaks down how the election system works in the US.

Trump or Harris, why US presidential elections matter to India and the world

For over 70 yrs, the US-led international order has been the main rules-making institution. Be it in Europea, Africa, Asia or South America, it is facing a number of challenges.

Hillbilly Elegy — how Trump’s V-P pick JD Vance won over blue-collar Americans with memoir

Vance, the 39-year-old junior senator from Ohio, rose to fame with his 2016 memoir which was later adapted into a feature film directed by Ron Howard.

Trump, Biden win big in primaries on Super Tuesday, set stage for rematch in November

The sole Republican running against Trump, former South Carolina governor Nikki Haley, manages to win the Vermont primary, preventing the former President from making a clean sweep.

On Camera

How Nehru defended restrictions on freedom of speech and the press

On 29 May 1951, Jawaharlal Nehru defended adding 'reasonable restrictions' to Article 19, arguing that free speech must be balanced with national security and unity.

Andhra proposes Rs 100-cr wealth fund, eyes Norway-style sovereign fund model to drive growth

Andhra Pradesh Finance Minister Payyavula Keshav presented a Rs 3.32 lakh crore budget for 2026–27 in the assembly Saturday.

Top US military commander applauds ‘India’s tactical execution’ during Op Sindoor; adds ‘there’s lessons too’

On bilateral ties, Admiral Paparo said India-US ties have an exponential effect on deterrence, because it demonstrates a unity of purpose among us to maintain the peace.

The new Great Game—Trump’s playing for time, China for leverage & India for wiggle room

This is the game every nation is now learning to play. Some are finding new allies or seeing value among nations where they’d seen marginal interest. The starkest example is India & Europe.