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Could American voters in Scotland block Trump's Republicans from winning key Senate seats?

Scotland's American voters could decide who controls Congress in tight midterms

Here in Edinburgh, thousands of miles away, members of the American diaspora will be nervously awaiting results throughout the evening.

SNP could hold balance of power as new MRP projects hung parliament

Andy Burnham and Michael Marra on a seesaw

Andy Burnham and Michael Marra on a seesaw

Marra takes charge of Scottish Labour — but is Burnham still in control of its fate?

New councillors Ruth Elliott (Labour) and Lorenzo Martinico (Greens).

New councillors Ruth Elliott (Labour) and Lorenzo Martinico (Greens).

Scottish Greens

By-election surprises abound at high-stakes count as SNP named biggest loser

(L-R) Gillian Mackay, Lorenzo Martinico, Zack Polanski and Ross Greer.

(L-R) Gillian Mackay, Lorenzo Martinico, Zack Polanski and Ross Greer.

Greens bullish on chances of controlling capital after by-election upset victory

Councillors Ruth Elliott and Lorenzo Martinico.

Councillors Ruth Elliott and Lorenzo Martinico.

SNP defeated in dual Edinburgh by-elections as Greens and Labour take seats

Undercover filming shows Farage aides suggesting a way to get around electoral law to secure a foreign donation for Reform UK

Undercover filming shows Farage aides suggesting a way to get around electoral law to secure a foreign donation for Reform UK

Electoral Commission

Champagne, oysters and billionaire bucks: how can anyone vote for Farage’s party?

Silas McGilvray is contesting the seat for the SNP.

Silas McGilvray is contesting the seat for the SNP.

Meet the 'pragmatic' SNP activist fighting progressive foes to retain council seat

The stakes are high in Edinburgh this week.

The stakes are high in Edinburgh this week.

Everything you need to know about Edinburgh's two high-stakes by-elections

Edinburgh as seen from Holyrood Park.

Edinburgh as seen from Holyrood Park.

By-election candidate vows to defend 'traditional rights of access' to Holyrood Park

Ruth Elliott (left) and Jim Wyke hope to bolster Edinburgh's Labour administration.

Ruth Elliott (left) and Jim Wyke hope to bolster Edinburgh's Labour administration.

Labour faces crucial two by-election battles as party fights for momentum in capital

Artie Khovanov is standing in the ward.

Artie Khovanov is standing in the ward.

South Sub tram-trains 'perfect project' to spur city growth, says Lib Dem candidate

(L-R) Gillian Mackay, Lorenzo Martinico, Zack Polanski and Ross Greer.

(L-R) Gillian Mackay, Lorenzo Martinico, Zack Polanski and Ross Greer.

Zack Polanski says Greens are poised to run Edinburgh ahead of crucial by-elections

Which parties will come away with the seats on September 3?

Which parties will come away with the seats on September 3?

Who is standing in Edinburgh council by-elections after SNP resignations?

Prime Minister Andy Burnham being interviewed by BBC's Laura Kuenssberg.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham being interviewed by BBC's Laura Kuenssberg.

Andy Burnham says he will confront Donald Trump to defend Britain’s interests

2026 Holyrood election

Scots back compulsory voting - but would it really fix low turnout?

General Election

Scots back compulsory voting at UK elections, new poll suggests

Isabella Gastel Alejandre and Lorenzo Martinico.

Isabella Gastel Alejandre and Lorenzo Martinico.

2026 Holyrood election

Greens unveil candidates for Edinburgh by-elections following SNP resignations

A sign outside a polling station at Pollokshields Primary School in Glasgow

A sign outside a polling station at Pollokshields Primary School in Glasgow

Voters go to the polls to choose new MPs in two Scottish by-elections

The findings are in Engender's report, Part of the Job? Women councillors' experiences of sexism, misogyny and gender-based violence.

The findings are in Engender's report, Part of the Job? Women councillors' experiences of sexism, misogyny and gender-based violence.

Part of the job? Nine in ten women councillors report sexism and abuse in Scotland

Leader of the Conservative Party Kemi Badenoch (second from right), Scottish Conservative leader Russell Findlay (second from right) and Conservative Party candidate for Aberdeen South Douglas Lumsden during a visit to Uniconn in Aberdeen

Leader of the Conservative Party Kemi Badenoch (second from right), Scottish Conservative leader Russell Findlay (second from right) and Conservative Party candidate for Aberdeen South Douglas Lumsden during a visit to Uniconn in Aberdeen

Can the Tories win in Aberdeen South? Inside the high-stakes North Sea battleground

UK Government funding for Universal theme park sparks SNP carbon capture row

Two Edinburgh councillors resigned this week after being elected MSPs

Two Edinburgh councillors resigned this week after being elected MSPs

Why the double-job loophole allowing 24 MSPs to keep councillor jobs must close

SNP councillors Simita Kumar and Kate Campbell (R-L)

SNP councillors Simita Kumar and Kate Campbell (R-L)

Date of Edinburgh by-election confirmed by council after SNP pair resign

Two SNP councillors resign after three weeks at Holyrood, sparking dual by-elections

Leader of the Conservative Party Kemi Badenoch (second from right), Scottish Conservative leader Russell Findlay (second from left) and Conservative Party candidate for Aberdeen South Douglas Lumsden (third from left) during a visit to Uniconn in

Leader of the Conservative Party Kemi Badenoch (second from right), Scottish Conservative leader Russell Findlay (second from left) and Conservative Party candidate for Aberdeen South Douglas Lumsden (third from left) during a visit to Uniconn in

What’s at stake in Aberdeen South as parties campaign ahead of the by-election?

2026 Holyrood election

Our broken welfare system is why we need an election, not just a new leader

'Explanations for the low turnout this time have varied'

'Explanations for the low turnout this time have varied'

2026 Holyrood election

Underwhelming turnout fuels fresh debate over compulsory voting in Scotland

The city elected six MSPs, with three more in East Lothian and seven on the list.

The city elected six MSPs, with three more in East Lothian and seven on the list.

2026 Holyrood election

How 'disproportionate' voting system cost Reform a second Edinburgh MSP

Lib Dems Alex Cole-Hamilton and Sanne Dijkstra-Downie have been elected in Edinburgh.

Lib Dems Alex Cole-Hamilton and Sanne Dijkstra-Downie have been elected in Edinburgh.

2026 Holyrood election

New Lib Dem MSP says she will continue as City of Edinburgh councillor

Who will form the next council government?

Who will form the next council government?

Scottish Greens

Why surging Lib Dems and Greens could be kingmakers at Edinburgh local elections

Scottish Greens co-leader Ross Greer with newly-elected MSP Holly Bruce in the Kelvinbridge area of Glasgow

Scottish Greens co-leader Ross Greer with newly-elected MSP Holly Bruce in the Kelvinbridge area of Glasgow

2026 Holyrood election

Scottish Greens call for Electoral Commission chief to quit after election confusion

'The English council contests may determine the future of the Prime Minister.'

'The English council contests may determine the future of the Prime Minister.'

2026 Holyrood election

Scotland will not settle the fate of the Prime Minister – but English voters might

The Lib Dem councillor has resigned.

The Lib Dem councillor has resigned.

Leadership of Scottish council plunged into doubt as pivotal Lib Dem quits

Jane Alliston Pickard is standing for Holyrood in Edinburgh.

Jane Alliston Pickard is standing for Holyrood in Edinburgh.

2026 Holyrood election

Scottish Lib Dem candidate donated £25,000 to party after Holyrood selection

Sarwar and Starmer at Scottish Labour conference

Sarwar and Starmer at Scottish Labour conference

2026 Holyrood election

These are the people funding Scottish Labour ahead of May's election

Green Party's Hannah Spencer celebrates winning the Gorton and Denton by-election with party leader Zack Polanski.

Green Party's Hannah Spencer celebrates winning the Gorton and Denton by-election with party leader Zack Polanski.

Gorton and Denton by-election defeat leaves Starmer in office – but not in power

Reform's front bench was revealed on Tuesday.

Reform's front bench was revealed on Tuesday.

General Election

'Tribute act to the old Tories': Farage installs Braverman and Jenrick on front bench

SNP and Reform UK election billboard posters in Larkhall

SNP and Reform UK election billboard posters in Larkhall

Electoral Commission

Scottish investor gives Reform UK £100,000 as party outstrips rivals in donations

First Minister and SNP leader John Swinney

First Minister and SNP leader John Swinney

Electoral Commission

Swinney pressed on SNP finances after Electoral Commission figures published

Did the BBC favour Kamala Harris in 2024?

Did the BBC favour Kamala Harris in 2024?

Explained: Why Teflon Tim fell on his sword for Donald Trump amid 6 January row

Major new poll predicts general election result for every seat in Scotland

Major new poll predicts general election result for every seat in Scotland

General Election

Major new poll predicts general election result for every seat in Scotland

Andy Maciver considers how to make Holyrood better - by giving it more power?

Andy Maciver considers how to make Holyrood better - by giving it more power?

Electoral reform

The Scottish Parliament has reached its nadir. Here's how to fix it.

The death of Charlie Kirk has laid bare the violence at the heart of America.

The death of Charlie Kirk has laid bare the violence at the heart of America.

I'm a young American - Charlie Kirk's death defines trauma at heart of American youth

Two thirds of 16- and 17-year-olds said schools had not readied them to take part in elections.

Two thirds of 16- and 17-year-olds said schools had not readied them to take part in elections.

General Election

UK teen voters feel ill-prepared to vote, according to John Smith Centre survey

Of those polled, 49% trust social media more than newspapers & TV.

Of those polled, 49% trust social media more than newspapers & TV.

Children and young people

From TikTok to Tyrants: Who Gen Z really trusts

Mhairi Black was 20 years old when elected, making her the youngest MP in the House of Commons since the Reform Act 1832

Mhairi Black was 20 years old when elected, making her the youngest MP in the House of Commons since the Reform Act 1832

Why votes for 16-year-olds is long overdue – this is their suggestion

Ellie Craig, Chair of the Scottish Youth Parliament, believes the organisation's new manifesto comes at a time when young people's voices are stronger than ever.

Ellie Craig, Chair of the Scottish Youth Parliament, believes the organisation's new manifesto comes at a time when young people's voices are stronger than ever.

2026 Holyrood election

Youth Parliament wants people to take young voices seriously

The interesting details in Scottish Labour's annual accounts.

The interesting details in Scottish Labour's annual accounts.

Scottish Labour

Have you looked at Scottish Labour accounts? Here's why you should

Angus Robertson, Keith Brown and John Swinney at the SNP's conference last year.

Angus Robertson, Keith Brown and John Swinney at the SNP's conference last year.

The reason for the SNP's financial deficit of more than £450k

Former SNP chief executive Peter Murrell is facing a charge of embezzlement

Former SNP chief executive Peter Murrell is facing a charge of embezzlement

SNP accounts: Peter Murrell loan may be 'written off' amid significant deficit

Who will benefit most from the lowering of the voting age in Scotland?

Who will benefit most from the lowering of the voting age in Scotland?

'Long overdue': Scottish young people weigh in on lowering of voting age

Women who work in Holyrood speak up about sexual harassment, assault and discrimination

Women who work in Holyrood speak up about sexual harassment, assault and discrimination

‘Spat on and abused’: Major report lays bare stark reality for women in politics

A female councillor opens up about her experiences of sexism and abuse

A female councillor opens up about her experiences of sexism and abuse

'We are outnumbered': Female councillor on 'male aggression' in Scotland's councils