French President Emmanuel Macron announced plans to significantly boost defense spending, warning that Europe faces its greatest threat since World War II. He proposed increasing France’s defense budget by €3.5 billion next year and another €3 billion in 2027, aiming to double the military budget to €64 billion by then—three years ahead of schedule. Macron condemned Russia’s “imperialist policies” amid its ongoing war in Ukraine … Continue reading Europe’s freedom faces greatest threat since WW2, Macron says

Cameroon’s 92-year-old President Paul Biya announced he will run for an eighth term in the October 12 election, potentially extending his rule to nearly 100 years old. In power since 1982, Biya is the world’s oldest serving head of state and has faced ongoing health speculation. He abolished term limits in 2008, allowing indefinite re-election, and won the 2018 vote amid opposition claims of irregularities. … Continue reading Cameroon’s Paul Biya, 92, says he will seek eighth presidential term

At a private fundraiser, Barack Obama urged Democrats to “toughen up” and stop “navel-gazing” after their 2024 election losses. He criticized those who once stood firm but now seem intimidated by Trump’s agenda, calling on Democrats to actively defend their values and support strong candidates in upcoming races. Obama emphasized the need for courage, warning against sitting on the sidelines while democratic norms are under … Continue reading Obama wants ‘less whining’ from Democrats, tells them to ‘toughen up’

The Senate confirmed Donald Trump’s first judicial nominee of his second term, Whitney Hermandorfer, in a 46–42 party-line vote to the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals. Her confirmation replaces an Obama-era judge and further shifts the court rightward. A former clerk for Justices Alito and Barrett, Hermandorfer has defended Tennessee’s abortion ban and gender-affirming care restrictions. Democrats opposed her nomination, citing her limited experience and … Continue reading Senate confirms first new judge of Trump’s second term

Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) faces internal GOP resistance over a House-passed plan to cut $9.4 billion in previously approved funding, including $8.3 billion from global health programs and future funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Senior Republicans on the Senate Appropriations Committee, like Chair Susan Collins (R-Maine), oppose cuts to bipartisan priorities, including the PEPFAR HIV/AIDS program and local public broadcasting. Senators Mike Rounds … Continue reading GOP leader faces showdown with Republicans on Trump-backed funding cuts 

House Republicans on Monday voted down a Democratic amendment to cryptocurrency legislation that would have required the Justice Department to release all Jeffrey Epstein-related files. The amendment, introduced by Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.), was rejected 5–6 in the House Rules Committee, with Republicans arguing it was unrelated to the crypto and defense bills at hand. One Republican, Rep. Ralph Norman (R-S.C.), voted with Democrats in … Continue reading House GOP blocks Dem maneuver to force release of Epstein files

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte will visit Washington this week to meet President Trump and other top officials, as Trump pushes plans to sell advanced U.S. weapons to NATO allies for transfer to Ukraine. The talks come as Trump signals stronger support for Ukraine despite earlier skepticism about funding the war. Sen. Lindsey Graham says weapons will soon flow at record levels to Ukraine, while … Continue reading Trump to meet NATO secretary general as plan takes shape for Ukraine weapons sales

Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) renewed his call for the Trump administration to release all Jeffrey Epstein-related files, citing Elon Musk’s claim that Trump appears in them. In an MSNBC interview, Raskin said the Justice Department should at least release any material Musk referenced, given Musk’s past role as a White House adviser. Raskin and other House Judiciary Democrats also sent a letter demanding Attorney General … Continue reading Top House Democrats demand release of Epstein files

President Donald Trump defended Attorney General Pam Bondi amid backlash from his supporters over a recent memo on the Jeffrey Epstein case. Critics, including prominent conservatives like Elon Musk and Laura Loomer, accused Bondi of withholding information, especially after the memo stated there was no incriminating client list or blackmail evidence. Trump urged supporters to “let Pam Bondi do her job” and not focus on … Continue reading Trump defends US Attorney General Pam Bondi over Epstein files

Donald Trump has accepted King Charles III’s invitation for a rare second state visit to the UK, scheduled for September 17–19, and will be hosted at Windsor Castle alongside First Lady Melania Trump. This visit is unusual as second-term presidents typically do not receive full state visits. The event will feature traditional ceremonies and a state banquet with senior Royals, including the Prince and Princess … Continue reading Trump will be hosted by King at Windsor during second state visit