Nick Clegg has denied planning to use the word 'bigot' after a speech on gay marriage was given a rapid re-write. An initial draft which was sent to the media contained the word, but it disappeared in an updated version.
Former Archbishop of Canterbury Lord Carey has said the mooted remarks by Nick Clegg were "very offensive".
"If he persists in taking that view I and others would be very offended," he told the BBC.
"To be called a bigot is a very offensive statement and I would ask him to recall it... because there are issues here that demand very serious debate."
The Democratic presidential candidate may also have shown his cards on his choice of running mate.
The US president also shared a post on Twitter accusing Dr Anthony Fauci of misleading the public over hydroxychloroquine.
Fears over an impending second wave of coronavirus dominates Wednesday’s front pages.