The Latest Breaking News from Barack Obama

Vice presidential picks can’t help a presidential candidate, but they can hurt one, according to political scientists. Presidential campaigns still spend a fair amount of time thinking about running mates and the ways in which they might boost the ticket – or at least not hurt it.

While most Democrats praised Biden for the speech, Rep Jared Moskowitz said Biden ‘didn’t look as good or sound as good’ despite saying it was ‘one of the best speeches he has given’

Since Vice President Harris announced her candidacy, she has reportedly been in close contact with Obama, having multiple discussions to kick off her campaign.

Rightwing playbooks used in past election campaigns are being dusted off for an all-out assault on the vice-president

Harris has already received the backing of more than 64% of Democratic delegates, effectively assuring her the party’s nomination

Beyoncé, ‘Brat’, and... ‘My Cousin Vinny’? It can be easy to leap to conclusions about a politician’s personal taste, writes Louis Chilton. But the picture it paints is a complicated one

Former President Obama praises President Biden's dedication to serving the American people and upholding values of unity and responsibility.

Israeli PM Netanyahu's upcoming speech to Congress stirs anticipation amid US-Israeli tensions.

Kamala Harris faces right-wing media attacks with racist and sexist undertones on her political positions and personal life.

Suggestions definition of petrostate is too narrow as many rich countries that could phase out fossil fuels double down

From her Oakland background to her Black Hollywood ties, the vice-president’s experience is resonating with voters