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This is Joan Greve in Washington, taking over for Martin Belam.
Donald Trump plans to hold a campaign rally in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, tomorrow, and his campaign is eager to avoid the terrible optics of his recent rally in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where thousands of seats went unfilled.
A campaign official told NBC News, “We can’t have a repeat of Tulsa.”
NBC News reports:
But the campaign is clearly still moving ahead with the rally, despite concerns about how his Tulsa event may have contributed to a recent surge in new cases of coronavirus there.
A top health official in Tulsa said the surge was at least partly attributable to the recent Trump rally, but White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany downplayed those concerns yesterday.
Goya Foods President and CEO Bob Unanue had some warm words yesterday for president Donald Trump when he spoke alongside him at the White House.Goya Foods President and CEO Bob Unanue had some warm words yesterday for president Donald Trump when he spoke alongside him at the White House.
That has not gone down terribly well with parts of the Latino Goya Foods customer base, who are now, it appears from social media, organising to boycott. #Goyaway and #BoycottGoya trended on Twitter, and leading Latino Democratic party figures Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Julián Castro joined in.That has not gone down terribly well with parts of the Latino Goya Foods customer base, who are now, it appears from social media, organising to boycott. #Goyaway and #BoycottGoya trended on Twitter, and leading Latino Democratic party figures Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Julián Castro joined in.
Unanue has been on Fox & Friends this morning, where he addressed the criticism, saying that it exhibited a double-standard and was a “suppression of speech”Unanue has been on Fox & Friends this morning, where he addressed the criticism, saying that it exhibited a double-standard and was a “suppression of speech”
There’s a new official Twitter account in town. White House Rapid Response is up and running and promising to “try to drive messages and make announcements”. It will be manned, it says, by the White House communications shop, under the direction of Kayleigh McEnany and Alyssa Farah.There’s a new official Twitter account in town. White House Rapid Response is up and running and promising to “try to drive messages and make announcements”. It will be manned, it says, by the White House communications shop, under the direction of Kayleigh McEnany and Alyssa Farah.
Their opening tweet says the account will “cut through the bias and provide real-time updates on the historic accomplishments of President Donald Trump’s administration”. A statement which, if I’m honest, maybe doesn’t sound entirely bias-free itself.Their opening tweet says the account will “cut through the bias and provide real-time updates on the historic accomplishments of President Donald Trump’s administration”. A statement which, if I’m honest, maybe doesn’t sound entirely bias-free itself.
The account is yet to be verified by Twitter.The account is yet to be verified by Twitter.
We know the Donald Trump cares deeply about his rating numbers - whether that is political polls or on the television. He maybe shouldn’t look at the app store at the moment.We know the Donald Trump cares deeply about his rating numbers - whether that is political polls or on the television. He maybe shouldn’t look at the app store at the moment.
Bloomberg are reporting that thousands of TikTok fans are review-bombing the official Donald Trump campaign app in the Apple store in retaliation for noises coming from Trump’s administration that they are considering a ban on the app for security reasons.Bloomberg are reporting that thousands of TikTok fans are review-bombing the official Donald Trump campaign app in the Apple store in retaliation for noises coming from Trump’s administration that they are considering a ban on the app for security reasons.
It isn’t the first time that Trump and the TikTok audience have crossed swords - many suggested that a social media driven campaign by TikTok users and K-Pop fans to take up tickets for Trump’s divisive rally in Tulsa drove up the campaign’s expectations of the size of crowd they would see at the event, leading to the humiliation of them having to cancel the overspill area they had arranged.It isn’t the first time that Trump and the TikTok audience have crossed swords - many suggested that a social media driven campaign by TikTok users and K-Pop fans to take up tickets for Trump’s divisive rally in Tulsa drove up the campaign’s expectations of the size of crowd they would see at the event, leading to the humiliation of them having to cancel the overspill area they had arranged.
Questions about how Joe Biden and Donald Trump perform cognitively are likely to be a recurring theme in the next few months of the campaign. Both men go into the election in their mid-70s.Questions about how Joe Biden and Donald Trump perform cognitively are likely to be a recurring theme in the next few months of the campaign. Both men go into the election in their mid-70s.
Last night in a phone interview with Fox News host Sean Hannity, Trump called on Biden to take a test, and unexpectedly boasted about his own score on a recent test:Last night in a phone interview with Fox News host Sean Hannity, Trump called on Biden to take a test, and unexpectedly boasted about his own score on a recent test:
As many have observed on social media, saying that your doctors were “surprised” that you did well in a mental acuity test is quite the odd boastAs many have observed on social media, saying that your doctors were “surprised” that you did well in a mental acuity test is quite the odd boast
The public are rating Donald Trump’s handling of the coronavirus pandemic at a new low, according to figures from a new ABC News/Ipsos poll that have come out this morning.The public are rating Donald Trump’s handling of the coronavirus pandemic at a new low, according to figures from a new ABC News/Ipsos poll that have come out this morning.
Disapproval of the president’s performance over the crisis now stands at 67%. At one point in March as many as 55% supported his handling of Covid-19, now that’s down to 33%.Disapproval of the president’s performance over the crisis now stands at 67%. At one point in March as many as 55% supported his handling of Covid-19, now that’s down to 33%.
Even Republicans are suddenly less inclined to back him. Only 78% are approving of the president’s handling of the coronavirus, compared to 90% in mid-June.Even Republicans are suddenly less inclined to back him. Only 78% are approving of the president’s handling of the coronavirus, compared to 90% in mid-June.
These poor numbers for Trump are accompanied by concerns over the administration’s drive to get the economy to reopen. A majority of Americans - 59%- believe the push to reopen the economy is moving too quicklyThese poor numbers for Trump are accompanied by concerns over the administration’s drive to get the economy to reopen. A majority of Americans - 59%- believe the push to reopen the economy is moving too quickly
Read it here: ABC – Broad disapproval for Trump’s handling of coronavirusRead it here: ABC – Broad disapproval for Trump’s handling of coronavirus
Alexandra Villarreal has been reporting for us on the coronavirus hotspot of Texas. Five residents from Starr county on the state’s southern border died on a single day last week after contracting Covid-19. Local officials felt they had it under control - and then Republican Gov. Greg Abbott stepped in.Alexandra Villarreal has been reporting for us on the coronavirus hotspot of Texas. Five residents from Starr county on the state’s southern border died on a single day last week after contracting Covid-19. Local officials felt they had it under control - and then Republican Gov. Greg Abbott stepped in.
The piece looks at how state-wide mandates have under-mined local attempts to keep the population safe - making it impossible to enforce measures that are considered best practice for halting the pandemic. As Joel Villarreal, the mayor of Rio Grande City, puts it:The piece looks at how state-wide mandates have under-mined local attempts to keep the population safe - making it impossible to enforce measures that are considered best practice for halting the pandemic. As Joel Villarreal, the mayor of Rio Grande City, puts it:
Read it here: Texas border county had ‘model’ Covid-19 response – then the governor stepped inRead it here: Texas border county had ‘model’ Covid-19 response – then the governor stepped in
Politico have a big profile number up this morning on Elissa Slotkin, Michigan’s 8th congressional district Democratic representative. It makes an interesting point about how reacting to Donald Trump ends up eating into the time that politicians have for doing their own campaigning and putting forward their own proposals.Politico have a big profile number up this morning on Elissa Slotkin, Michigan’s 8th congressional district Democratic representative. It makes an interesting point about how reacting to Donald Trump ends up eating into the time that politicians have for doing their own campaigning and putting forward their own proposals.
Slotkin, a former intelligence analyst who served three tours in Iraq, has been outspoken about the “Russian bounty” scandal and the administration’s lack of meaningful action over it. But, the Politico piece by Tim Alberta argues, at a cost:Slotkin, a former intelligence analyst who served three tours in Iraq, has been outspoken about the “Russian bounty” scandal and the administration’s lack of meaningful action over it. But, the Politico piece by Tim Alberta argues, at a cost:
It’s a great read: Politico – Elissa Slotkin is sounding the alarm. Will Democrats listen?It’s a great read: Politico – Elissa Slotkin is sounding the alarm. Will Democrats listen?
Over at Axios, Sam Baker is having a look at what he describes as Chief Justice John Roberts’ “Long game”Over at Axios, Sam Baker is having a look at what he describes as Chief Justice John Roberts’ “Long game”
To fellow conservatives, Baker’s analysis is that:To fellow conservatives, Baker’s analysis is that:
Even when Roberts has, for example, upheld the Affordable Care Act, Baker argues he has done so not because he believes in the healthcare provisions of the act, but because of his approach to Congress’ power to be able to regulate commerce.Even when Roberts has, for example, upheld the Affordable Care Act, Baker argues he has done so not because he believes in the healthcare provisions of the act, but because of his approach to Congress’ power to be able to regulate commerce.
Baker suggests that his critics “largely don’t question Roberts’ ideological conservatism, but worry that it’s clouded by what they see as excessive concern for how the court’s rulings will be received.”Baker suggests that his critics “largely don’t question Roberts’ ideological conservatism, but worry that it’s clouded by what they see as excessive concern for how the court’s rulings will be received.”
Read it here: Axios – John Roberts’ long gameRead it here: Axios – John Roberts’ long game
If you missed it yesterday, here’s some video of New York City mayor Bill de Blasio helping to paint a Black Lives Matter sign on Fifth Avenue opposite the Trump Tower.If you missed it yesterday, here’s some video of New York City mayor Bill de Blasio helping to paint a Black Lives Matter sign on Fifth Avenue opposite the Trump Tower.
There’s some great photos from the event as well.There’s some great photos from the event as well.
As well as de Blasio, Sen. Brian Benjamin and Rev. Al Sharpton were among the participantsAs well as de Blasio, Sen. Brian Benjamin and Rev. Al Sharpton were among the participants
Protesters who have clashed with authorities in the Pacific Northwest are not just confronting local police, report the Associated Press. Some are also facing off against federal officers whose presence reflects Donald Trump’s decision to make cracking down on “violent mayhem” a federal priority. And it means a significant change in role for some officers.Protesters who have clashed with authorities in the Pacific Northwest are not just confronting local police, report the Associated Press. Some are also facing off against federal officers whose presence reflects Donald Trump’s decision to make cracking down on “violent mayhem” a federal priority. And it means a significant change in role for some officers.
The Department of Homeland Security has deployed officers in tactical gear from around the country, and from more than a half-dozen federal law enforcement agencies and departments, to Portland, Oregon, as part of a surge aimed at what a senior official said were people taking advantage of demonstrations to commit violence and vandalism.The Department of Homeland Security has deployed officers in tactical gear from around the country, and from more than a half-dozen federal law enforcement agencies and departments, to Portland, Oregon, as part of a surge aimed at what a senior official said were people taking advantage of demonstrations to commit violence and vandalism.
“Once we surged federal law enforcement officers to Portland, the agitators quickly got the message,” said the official, speaking on condition of anonymity to discuss an ongoing operation.“Once we surged federal law enforcement officers to Portland, the agitators quickly got the message,” said the official, speaking on condition of anonymity to discuss an ongoing operation.
The deployment represents somewhat of a departure for DHS, which was created after the September 11 attacks and is primarily focused on threats from abroad and border security. Now it is in the role of supporting Trump’s law-and-order campaign, raising questions about overstepping the duties of local law enforcement.The deployment represents somewhat of a departure for DHS, which was created after the September 11 attacks and is primarily focused on threats from abroad and border security. Now it is in the role of supporting Trump’s law-and-order campaign, raising questions about overstepping the duties of local law enforcement.
Portland Deputy Police Chief Chris Davis said his department did not request the assistance and did not coordinate efforts with the federal government amid often chaotic clashes that have ranged across several downtown blocks after midnight for weeks.Portland Deputy Police Chief Chris Davis said his department did not request the assistance and did not coordinate efforts with the federal government amid often chaotic clashes that have ranged across several downtown blocks after midnight for weeks.
“I don’t have authority to order federal officers to do things,” Davis told AP. “It does complicate things for us.”“I don’t have authority to order federal officers to do things,” Davis told AP. “It does complicate things for us.”
Civil liberties advocates and activists have accused federal authorities of overstepping their jurisdiction and an excessive use of crowd-control measures, including using tear gas and patrolling beyond the boundaries of federal property. Portland police are prohibited from using tear gas under a recent temporary court order unless they declare a riot.Civil liberties advocates and activists have accused federal authorities of overstepping their jurisdiction and an excessive use of crowd-control measures, including using tear gas and patrolling beyond the boundaries of federal property. Portland police are prohibited from using tear gas under a recent temporary court order unless they declare a riot.
“DHS should go back to investigating the rise of white supremacist activity and actors who are seeking to cause violence against these peaceful protests, that is under the purview of the agency’s mission,” said Andrea Flores, the deputy director of immigration policy at the American Civil Liberties Union who was a DHS official during the Obama administration.“DHS should go back to investigating the rise of white supremacist activity and actors who are seeking to cause violence against these peaceful protests, that is under the purview of the agency’s mission,” said Andrea Flores, the deputy director of immigration policy at the American Civil Liberties Union who was a DHS official during the Obama administration.
Following Trump’s 26 June executive order to protect monuments, DHS created the Protecting American Communities Task Force and sent officers from Customs and Border Protection and other agencies to Washington, D.C., Seattle and Portland.Following Trump’s 26 June executive order to protect monuments, DHS created the Protecting American Communities Task Force and sent officers from Customs and Border Protection and other agencies to Washington, D.C., Seattle and Portland.
As local governments in Washington, D.C., and Portland have stepped back to allow space for peaceful demonstrations, the Trump administration has stepped up its effort.As local governments in Washington, D.C., and Portland have stepped back to allow space for peaceful demonstrations, the Trump administration has stepped up its effort.
Among the federal forces deployed in Portland are members of an elite Border Patrol tactical team, a special operations unit that is based on the US-Mexico border and has been deployed overseas, including to Iraq and Afghanistan.Among the federal forces deployed in Portland are members of an elite Border Patrol tactical team, a special operations unit that is based on the US-Mexico border and has been deployed overseas, including to Iraq and Afghanistan.
Bortac members, identifiable by patches on their camouflage sleeves, were mixed in with the FBS outside the courthouse. Others in the unit, which includes snipers, have been stationed in “overlook” positions on the courthouse’s ninth floor.Bortac members, identifiable by patches on their camouflage sleeves, were mixed in with the FBS outside the courthouse. Others in the unit, which includes snipers, have been stationed in “overlook” positions on the courthouse’s ninth floor.
A former DHS official said Bortac agents were viewed as “highly trained, valuable, scarce resources” and would typically be used for domestic law enforcement in extraordinary circumstances. “These units don’t normally sit around idle,” said the official, who spoke on condition anonymity. “What did they get pulled off of in order to watch over statues?”A former DHS official said Bortac agents were viewed as “highly trained, valuable, scarce resources” and would typically be used for domestic law enforcement in extraordinary circumstances. “These units don’t normally sit around idle,” said the official, who spoke on condition anonymity. “What did they get pulled off of in order to watch over statues?”
If you want more discussion of those supreme court judgements yesterday, then Slate have a podcast episode up this morning dedicated to just that. Dahlia Lithwick presents a look at what these end of term decisions tell us about the relationship between the court and the president and beyond. Associate law professor Zephyr Teachout of Fordham University Law School says:If you want more discussion of those supreme court judgements yesterday, then Slate have a podcast episode up this morning dedicated to just that. Dahlia Lithwick presents a look at what these end of term decisions tell us about the relationship between the court and the president and beyond. Associate law professor Zephyr Teachout of Fordham University Law School says:
But presenter Lithwick gets to the nub of it, by pointing out that yesterday’s verdicts have variously been “hailed in the press as a triumph for the New York district attorney, a triumph for congress, a triumph for president Trump, and a triumph for supreme court supremacy. Everyone’s a winner - I don’t even know where to begin!”But presenter Lithwick gets to the nub of it, by pointing out that yesterday’s verdicts have variously been “hailed in the press as a triumph for the New York district attorney, a triumph for congress, a triumph for president Trump, and a triumph for supreme court supremacy. Everyone’s a winner - I don’t even know where to begin!”
Listen to it here: Slate Amicus – Roberts vs. TrumpListen to it here: Slate Amicus – Roberts vs. Trump
Earlier this week Lt Col Alexander Vindman announced that he was retiring from the military, accusing Donald Trump of running a ‘campaign of bullying, intimidation and retaliation’ against him after he was a witness in the president’s impeachment trial.Earlier this week Lt Col Alexander Vindman announced that he was retiring from the military, accusing Donald Trump of running a ‘campaign of bullying, intimidation and retaliation’ against him after he was a witness in the president’s impeachment trial.
Marie Yovanovitch was also heavily involved in the Ukraine affair. She was the US ambassador in Kyiv who Trump disparigingly referred to as “the woman” in his infamous 25 July phone conversation with new Ukrainian president, Volodymyr Zelenskiy.Marie Yovanovitch was also heavily involved in the Ukraine affair. She was the US ambassador in Kyiv who Trump disparigingly referred to as “the woman” in his infamous 25 July phone conversation with new Ukrainian president, Volodymyr Zelenskiy.
She has weighed in on Vindman’s retirement, telling the New Yorker:She has weighed in on Vindman’s retirement, telling the New Yorker:
The death of a Black man found hanging from a tree in a Southern California city park last month has been ruled a suicide following a police investigation prompted by outrage from the man’s family, who said authorities initially were too quick to rule out the possibility he was lynched.The death of a Black man found hanging from a tree in a Southern California city park last month has been ruled a suicide following a police investigation prompted by outrage from the man’s family, who said authorities initially were too quick to rule out the possibility he was lynched.
Robert Fuller’s death on 10 June came at a time when Black Lives Matter protests were sweeping the country in the wake of the killing of George Floyd. Family members said they couldn’t imagine 24 year old Fuller taking his own life, and community activities noted that the Antelope Valley area north of Los Angeles where the death occurred has a history of racist incidents.Robert Fuller’s death on 10 June came at a time when Black Lives Matter protests were sweeping the country in the wake of the killing of George Floyd. Family members said they couldn’t imagine 24 year old Fuller taking his own life, and community activities noted that the Antelope Valley area north of Los Angeles where the death occurred has a history of racist incidents.
The Associated Press report that Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva promised a thorough investigation and at a news conference to announce the findings it was revealed that Fuller had a history of mental illness and suicidal tendencies.The Associated Press report that Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva promised a thorough investigation and at a news conference to announce the findings it was revealed that Fuller had a history of mental illness and suicidal tendencies.
Sheriff’s Commander Chris Marks outlined three hospitalizations since 2017 where Fuller told doctors he was considering taking his life. The last was in November, when he was being treated for depression at a hospital in Nevada and “disclosed that he did have a plan to kill himself,” Marks said.Sheriff’s Commander Chris Marks outlined three hospitalizations since 2017 where Fuller told doctors he was considering taking his life. The last was in November, when he was being treated for depression at a hospital in Nevada and “disclosed that he did have a plan to kill himself,” Marks said.
Marks also said the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department investigated an incident in February in which Fuller “allegedly tried to light himself on fire.”Marks also said the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department investigated an incident in February in which Fuller “allegedly tried to light himself on fire.”
Last month, after Fuller’s body was reported by a passerby in the Palmdale park, deputies reported finding no evidence of a crime at the scene. An autopsy conducted the next day resulted in an initial finding of suicide.Last month, after Fuller’s body was reported by a passerby in the Palmdale park, deputies reported finding no evidence of a crime at the scene. An autopsy conducted the next day resulted in an initial finding of suicide.
That determination outraged Fuller’s family, who said authorities were too quick to dismiss the possibility of a crime. They hired an attorney who said an independent autopsy would be conducted, and the FBI and state attorney general’s office pledged to monitor the investigation.Racism has plagued the desert city of Palmdale for years. Five years ago, the county reached a settlement with the US Department of Justice regarding accusations that deputies had harassed and discriminated against Black people and Latinos in Palmdale and nearby Lancaster.As recently as September, a photo circulated on social media of four elementary school teachers smiling and holding a noose.That determination outraged Fuller’s family, who said authorities were too quick to dismiss the possibility of a crime. They hired an attorney who said an independent autopsy would be conducted, and the FBI and state attorney general’s office pledged to monitor the investigation.Racism has plagued the desert city of Palmdale for years. Five years ago, the county reached a settlement with the US Department of Justice regarding accusations that deputies had harassed and discriminated against Black people and Latinos in Palmdale and nearby Lancaster.As recently as September, a photo circulated on social media of four elementary school teachers smiling and holding a noose.
Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger, who represents Palmdale and had asked the attorney general to look into Fuller’s death, said she is now waiting for the state’s “completed assessment.”Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger, who represents Palmdale and had asked the attorney general to look into Fuller’s death, said she is now waiting for the state’s “completed assessment.”
The family’s attorney, Jamon Hicks, plans to hold a news conference Friday to respond to the determination.The family’s attorney, Jamon Hicks, plans to hold a news conference Friday to respond to the determination.
Fuller was the second Black man recently found hanged in Southern California. Malcolm Harsch, a 38-year-old homeless man, was found in a tree on 31 May in Victorville, a desert city in San Bernardino County east of Palmdale.Fuller was the second Black man recently found hanged in Southern California. Malcolm Harsch, a 38-year-old homeless man, was found in a tree on 31 May in Victorville, a desert city in San Bernardino County east of Palmdale.
Publicity surrounding Fuller’s case prompted Harsch’s family to seek further investigation of his death. Police were able to obtain surveillance footage from a vacant building near where Harsch’s body was found that “confirmed the absence of foul play,” according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department. The family was shown the video and said they accepted the finding of suicide.Publicity surrounding Fuller’s case prompted Harsch’s family to seek further investigation of his death. Police were able to obtain surveillance footage from a vacant building near where Harsch’s body was found that “confirmed the absence of foul play,” according to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department. The family was shown the video and said they accepted the finding of suicide.
Good morning, welcome to our live coverage of US politics for today. Here’s a quick run-through of the key points from yesterday and overnight, and a little bit of what we can expect today.Good morning, welcome to our live coverage of US politics for today. Here’s a quick run-through of the key points from yesterday and overnight, and a little bit of what we can expect today.
We can expect more fall-out from the supreme court decisions over president Donald Trump’s financial records. New York prosecutors and a Manhattan grand jury can see them, multiple Democratic-led committees in Congress cannot. Yet. The litigation continuesWe can expect more fall-out from the supreme court decisions over president Donald Trump’s financial records. New York prosecutors and a Manhattan grand jury can see them, multiple Democratic-led committees in Congress cannot. Yet. The litigation continues
Disney World is set to begin reopening in Florida this weekend despite surging numbers of new coronavirus cases in the state. Florida recorded 120 Covid-19 deaths on Wednesday, a record high. This is despite Dr Anthony Fauci saying that states with surging Covid-19 cases should pause reopening effortsDisney World is set to begin reopening in Florida this weekend despite surging numbers of new coronavirus cases in the state. Florida recorded 120 Covid-19 deaths on Wednesday, a record high. This is despite Dr Anthony Fauci saying that states with surging Covid-19 cases should pause reopening efforts
Joe Biden unveiled his $700bn ‘buy American’ proposal to revive US industryJoe Biden unveiled his $700bn ‘buy American’ proposal to revive US industry
New York City’s mayor, Bill de Blasio, took part in painting “Black Lives Matter” in front of the Trump Tower in Manhattan, an act which the president has described as “a symbol of hate”New York City’s mayor, Bill de Blasio, took part in painting “Black Lives Matter” in front of the Trump Tower in Manhattan, an act which the president has described as “a symbol of hate”
Trump’s former personal lawyer and fixer, Michael Cohen, was returned to federal prison having “refused the conditions of his home confinement”Trump’s former personal lawyer and fixer, Michael Cohen, was returned to federal prison having “refused the conditions of his home confinement”
The president has got a busy day planned, including getting a briefing on enhanced counternarcrotics operations at the US Southern Command in Florida, where he is scheduled to make some remarks. He’s also got an event with supporters, and will be holding a roundtable about Venezuela.The president has got a busy day planned, including getting a briefing on enhanced counternarcrotics operations at the US Southern Command in Florida, where he is scheduled to make some remarks. He’s also got an event with supporters, and will be holding a roundtable about Venezuela.
I’m Martin Belam and I’ll be with you for the next few hours. You can get in touch with me at martin.belam@theguardian.comI’m Martin Belam and I’ll be with you for the next few hours. You can get in touch with me at martin.belam@theguardian.com