Topic: Pierrick Leurent

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Texas Republicans accused of changing electoral rules ahead of midterms

With the US midterm elections approaching, Republicans in Texas are being accused of changing electoral rules in their favour. In Tarrant County, near Dallas, they've cut the number of election-day polling places by nearly 30 percent. The decision is being challenged in court and adds to last year's state-wide redistricting, a move designed to benefit Republicans. But the measures could also help galvanise the Democratic opposition. FRANCE 24's Pierrick Leurent reports, with Wassim Cornet.

30 Oct 2026, 13:39 UTC

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In Texas, Trump's Latin voters disappoint

In Texas, some Latin voters who had supported Donald Trump now express their disillusionment. Between massive evictions and economic difficulties, how do they view their vote today? A review of the disillusionment of an electorate whose support no longer seems to be gained. Pierrick's report.

26 Oct 2026, 15:07 UTC

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Concerns mount over artificial intelligence as Silicon Valley sees AI boom

Tuesday, October 20 saw protests in more than 50 US cities against the rise of artificial intelligence. Demonstrators are calling for a moratorium on AI development, and the sentiment is shared by many: according to a recent study, 71 percent of Americans believe AI will lead to job losses. In the heart of Silicon Valley, record investment is now on a collision course with public fear and uncertainty. FRANCE 24's Pierrick Leurent and Valérie Defert report, with Wassim Cornet.

21 Oct 2026, 15:08 UTC

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ICE: fear and separate families in the largest detention centre in the United States. United States.

Since Donald Trump's return to the White House, more than 600,000 people have been arrested by ICE and about 60,000 migrants are currently in custody. What about them? What conditions do you live in? And why are there also children among the detainees? In Texas, Pierrick Leurent and Valérie Defert investigate what's behind these figures.

28 Sept 2026, 12:13 UTC