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Politics

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2024
Trump nominates former WWE CEO Linda McMahon to be the new US Education Secretary
Simon Harris insists Fine Gael is not on the back foot in election campaign
Trump's commerce secretary pick is Howard Lutnick, who wants to end Ireland's trade surplus
New(ish) kids on the block: Meet the Fine Gael hopefuls trying to hold outgoing TDs' seats
'The images are not good': How do people in Dundalk feel about John McGahon’s election bid?
While there was some support for John McGahon, most people felt he shouldn’t be running in the general election.
Fine Gael unlikely to retain a seat in Donegal in upcoming election, says new constituency poll
Here's What Happened Today: Tuesday
Campaign trail at a glance: Sinn Féin and Social Democrats release election manifestos
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Debunked: Years-old headline used to suggest Taoiseach wants to bar unvaccinated kids from school
Unsure about who to vote for in the general election? There's a quiz that might help you
Teachers to protest outside schools to seek delay in implementing Leaving Cert reforms
Sinn Féin promises mini-budget, property tax abolition and reducing president's term to 5 years
Mary Lou McDonald says she would not immediately resign after the general election if Sinn Fein has a poor result.
Sinn Féin says it will abolish student fees if in government.
The party will legislate to ensure that civil servants are held accountable.
Social Democrats confident of four-day week in our lifetimes despite Taoiseach's scepticism
Would you support a four-day work week?
Taoiseach has 'no idea' if he'll canvass with John McGahon amid pressure on FG candidate
FactCheck: RTÉ leaders' debate, from housing and transport to The National Children's Hospital
Countless claims over two hours plus, but who was accurate?
'Who do you think you are?': First TV debate a frustrating affair with few standout moments
The first debate of the 2024 election took place tonight on RTÉ’s Katie Hannon programme.
Player ratings: How would you rate the party leaders in tonight's RTÉ debate?
Harris takes swipe at Sinn Féin while defending senator at centre of Dundalk assault controversy
Martin disagrees with O'Dea's comments that McEntee is the 'worst justice minister' in Ireland's history
Green Party wants a new July bank holiday and a citizens' assembly on a four-day work week
Micheál Martin hasn't eaten a biscuit in 30 years and other insights from a canvass in Rathmines
The bike shed, rising rents, disability services and the cost of childcare were all raised with the Tánaiste and Jim O’Callaghan.
Kremlin warns of 'appropriate response' if Ukraine uses US weapons to attack Russian territory
Biden’s shift in policy has added an uncertain and potentially crucial new factor to the war.
Should the government give every baby €1,000 at birth?
Sinn Féin's Doherty says Fine Gael plan to dissolve OPW 'won't solve overspending'
Constituency changes blamed for election letters being sent to the wrong areas of Cork and Galway
At a glance: Parties gear up for 10-way TV debate as Fine Gael promises new 'Cork City Taskforce'
Bilingual packaging is one thing the parties agree on after four-year Canada-inspired campaign
Soc Dems pledge to spend €5.5 billion on disability legislation reform if in Government
Labour lash out at FG sick leave U-turn as cracks emerge between prospective coalition partners
Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil had been eyeing up Labour as possible future partners in government, if the numbers added up after the election.
FactCheck: Has the carbon tax led to a reduction in Ireland's emissions?
Mary Lou McDonald said this week that the tax has NOT led to a reduction.
Biden authorises Ukraine to use US long-range missiles to strike targets inside Russia
Pay-related maternity leave and free GP care for all children promised in Labour's manifesto
Donohoe hits back at Chambers' accusations that Fine Gael manifesto not adequately costed
'I'm happy to stand over my record': Gary Gannon responds to Gerry Hutch claims TDs doing 'shag all'
Fine Gael promises lower energy bills, fewer taxes and €1,000 for every baby
Major spending commitments in areas such as housing, childcare and the cost of living are included in the document.
Sinn Féin promises to cut petrol and diesel prices if elected to government