Politics

Doug Ford’s request to bring notes Monday to a televised debate between the leaders of Ontario’s political parties has not been denied — although it did raise a few eyebrows. But does that actually matter, or is it much ado about nothing? Turns out, that depends on who you ask. …

The U.S. is heading for a new civil war, some believe. It will be bloody beyond belief, as is the American way. They have to do something with those 400 million guns. If this seems implausible, look more closely. As the divide between red and blue states widens — they …

As the number of deaths rises in Canada from a toxic drug supply, advocates say it is “unconscionable” that the federal government has yet to decide on requests to decriminalize drug possession in some parts of the country. Not only is the delay cause for concern, but there is also …

OTTAWA—Early next week, Ottawa will start booking seats on a first-come, first-served basis for the first of three federally chartered flights to ferry Ukrainian refugees to Canada. Some 900 Ukrainian refugees are expected to arrive in late May and early June, Immigration Minister Sean Fraser told the Star Friday, as …

The Justice Department has been examining whether Hunter Biden broke tax and foreign lobbying laws, a matter that is expected to be resolved in the coming months. Regardless of what Attorney General Merrick B. Garland decides, he is likely to face accusations from Republicans that he gave the president’s son …

With the election heating up, local candidates are busy trying to prove they’re the best fit to represent constituents at Queen’s Park. But the races are tight — and all kinds of factors could swing the outcomes. Today, we take a closer look at three compelling ridings, and what candidates …

WASHINGTON — Senator Mitch McConnell of Kentucky, the minority leader, visited Ukraine on Saturday to meet with President Volodymyr Zelensky, leading the latest delegation of American lawmakers to the country as the United States deepens its commitment to Kyiv’s fight against the Russian invasion. The surprise visit by Mr. McConnell, …

Jagmeet Singh walked onto a sidewalk in Peterborough and into near-pure hatred. He was there to support a local provincial candidate, Jen Deck, and as he left her office Wednesday the NDP federal leader was crowded on a short walk to an SUV amid shouts of “traitor!” and “not welcome!” …

Former President Donald J. Trump on Saturday endorsed Doug Mastriano, a retired colonel and state senator who has propagated myriad false claims about the 2020 election and attended the protest leading up to the Capitol riot, in the Republican primary race for governor of Pennsylvania. Mr. Trump made his choice …

The bill just needing the Governor’s signature requires manufacturers to provide parts, software, tools and more to stores and powered wheelchair owners. DENVER — When Pat Abernathey was running his non-medical home care business, he noticed a problem.  “There’s a big need for repairs in the elderly community especially, but …