John McDonnell
John McDonnell is a British politician who served as the Shadow Chancellor of the Exchequer from 2015 to 2020 and is a prominent member of the Labour Party. He is known for his left-wing economic policies and advocacy for social justice. McDonnell has been actively involved in various political movements, including those related to workers' rights and public services. He made headlines recently for being questioned by police in connection with a pro-Palestinian rally held in January, reflecting ongoing tensions surrounding public protests in the UK.
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John McDonnell urged caution regarding the situation in Iran.
After failing to win the peace prize, Trump turns his focus to Nobel prize for war | John Crace
United Kingdom· 2026-03-02
John McDonnell, a former shadow chancellor, expressed a loss of confidence in Keir Starmer's leadership.
British PM’s authority in doubt after his former deputy forces rapid about-turn on Mandelson scandal
New Zealand· 2026-02-05
Outside the chamber, Labour MP John McDonnell told Sky he had lost confidence in Starmer and that McSweeney 'had to go'.
Westminster braces for ‘Mandelson Files’ as Starmer wobbles on his most bruising day – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-02-05
Labour MP and former shadow chancellor John McDonnell expressed his fury about the decision to block Burnham.
Andy Burnham's bid to return as MP blocked by Labour ruling bodyUnited Kingdom· 2026-01-25
John McDonnell expressed that appointing Mandelson was a serious error of judgment.
I didn’t know about Epstein’s crimes because I’m gay
Australia· 2026-01-12
John McDonnell expressed concerns about the health of the hunger strikers and the government's response.
‘It feels like being suffocated’: Palestine Action activist vows to continue hunger strike | UK newsUnited Kingdom· 2025-12-20
Labour MP John McDonnell, the former shadow chancellor, said he hoped Reeves would announce a 'redistributive Budget'.
Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander denies Budget leaks damaged economyUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-23
Politician John McDonnell gave a speech at the counter-protest.
Far-right anti-immigration protests in London lead to clashes with police
United States· 2025-09-13
John McDonnell is a senior politician who has called for a public inquiry into Libor manipulation.
Why this row could rattle the US economyUnited Kingdom· 2025-08-26
John McDonnell has called for a public inquiry into the Libor manipulation.
Four more traders appeal rate-rigging convictions after Supreme Court rulingUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-25
John McDonnell is a veteran leftwing MP who is also unlikely to be formally involved in the new party.
Signs of new life: is the British left making a comeback? | PoliticsUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-12
McDonnell posted on social media: 'I am dreadfully sorry to lose Zarah from the Labour Party.'
Zarah Sultana says she is quitting Labour to start party with Jeremy CorbynUnited Kingdom· 2025-07-03John McDonnell was one of the supporters surrounding Kim Leadbeater during the vote.
Tears and prayers as MPs reflect on the journey to a historic assisted dying vote | Assisted dyingUnited Kingdom· 2025-06-21
John McDonnell expressed concern that the traders have been 'scapegoated' in a series of miscarriages of justice.
Rate 'rigging' traders say they were scapegoatedUnited Kingdom· 2025-05-25
John McDonnell, the former shadow leader of the Labour Party, called for a full investigation into the matter.
בריטניה ייצאה אלפי פריטי נשק לישראל – למרות הקפאת הרישיונות
Israel· 2025-05-07John McDonnell has called for a full investigation into the UK's arms exports to Israel.
UK sent Israel thousands of military items despite export ban, study finds | UK newsUnited Kingdom· 2025-05-07John McDonnell is a Labour Party politician who attributed the Labour Party's defeat to Brexit fatigue.
Pasos para el brexit después de la victoria de Boris Johnson
Colombia· 2025-04-09
John McDonnell has been critical of Starmer's government and called for rebellion against the cuts.
Starmer recorta el gasto social en el Reino Unido para elevar el gasto en defensa hasta el 2,5% del PIB | Internacional
Spain· 2025-03-26
John McDonnell is the independent MP for Hayes and Harlington.
This government has one last chance to take a progressive path. Otherwise, we’re at the point of no return | John McDonnellUnited Kingdom· 2025-03-25
Former shadow chancellor John McDonnell has already been questioned by officers following the January rally.
The Crown actor faces police interview over pro-Palestinian rallyUnited Kingdom· 2025-03-04