One analyst said markets would reprice U.K. fiscal risk “accordingly and quickly” if Burnham’s political ambitions come to light.

The ruling is a victory for Republicans, who have sought to retain their slim majority in the House of Representatives by redistricting in various states.

California votes on Tuesday in a primary election that will choose two finalists for governor and Los Angeles mayor while also testing newly redrawn congressional lines that could tip the balance of power in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Intelligence community veterans have warned that Pulte is ill-prepared for the job and could target Trump’s foes in the role.

The DOJ’s $1.8 billion faced strong criticism because it could have compensated people convicted of crimes related to the Jan. 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol Riot.

In his role atop the housing finance agency, Bill Pulte has used his access to mortgage records to refer some top Trump enemies for prosecution.

In conversation with CNBC’s Emily Wilkins, the House leader laid out Democrats’ path to a majority next Congress and plans to rein in President Donald Trump.

Iowa’s Senate primary between state Rep. Josh Turek and state Sen. Zach Wahls could be critical as Democrats look to take back power in Congress.

Rubio says Iran nuclear talks may advance soon as senators press Trump on war strategy, Strait of Hormuz, Cuba and Venezuela policy.

Pulte will keep his existing titles as FHFA director and chairman of the mortgage groups Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, Trump said in his announcement.