A copy of Dr. Anthony Fauci’s pandemic-era cellphone has been turned over to a Senate investigative subcommittee seeking records about his handling of COVID-19 and the virus’s origins. Sen. Ron Johnson said the phone contains more than 34,000 text messages and over 500 voicemail messages dating back to 2014. Investigators are reviewing the records for potentially deleted files and private communications that could conflict with … Continue reading 34,000 texts found on Fauci’s COVID-era phone, Sen. Johnson says

Hunter Biden said Friday that his father, former President Joe Biden, is experiencing worsening cancer that has spread to his bones. He described the condition as very painful and debilitating but said his father remains active despite his illness. Former first lady Jill Biden previously said that Joe Biden’s metastatic prostate cancer would likely be something he lives with for the rest of his life. … Continue reading Hunter Biden says Joe Biden’s cancer has spread

The Senate passed a bipartisan $90-6 bill Saturday to fund the federal government through Dec. 11, putting pressure on the House to act before a potential shutdown on Oct. 1. The House and Senate have now passed different funding bills, with the House measure extending funding only through Dec. 4. The Senate bill temporarily blocks the Trump administration from putting political appointees in charge of … Continue reading Senate passes funding bill to avert October shutdown

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy condemned Russia’s latest deadly attacks on Kyiv while visiting Serbia on Saturday. Four people, including a child, were killed in overnight strikes on Kyiv and the surrounding region, while Ukrainian forces targeted Russian oil facilities. Zelenskyy met with Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic during his first official visit to Serbia in eight years. The leaders discussed strengthening bilateral ties and cooperation, as … Continue reading Zelenskyy visits Moscow-friendly Serbia

The Senate confirmed Todd Blanche as U.S. attorney general in a 50-49 vote early Saturday, with nearly all Republicans supporting him and all Democrats opposing him. Two Republican senators, Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski, voted against his confirmation. Blanche, a former personal attorney for President Donald Trump, faced concerns over his independence and his involvement in a controversial anti-weaponization fund. Several Republican holdouts ultimately supported … Continue reading Senate confirms Todd Blanche as attorney general after weeks of uncertainty

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un’s sister, Kim Yo Jong, warned that Pyongyang will consider “additional military options” in response to Japan’s growing military capabilities. She criticized Japan’s testing of U.S.-made Tomahawk cruise missiles and accused Tokyo of moving toward offensive military operations. Kim blamed the United States for supporting Japan’s military expansion through weapons sales and joint defense cooperation. Analysts said North Korea is … Continue reading North Korea’s Kim Yo Jong warns of new military options over Japan’s strike capabilities

Brazil announced it is reducing its diplomatic presence in Argentina after repeated attacks by Argentine President Javier Milei against Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. The dispute escalated after Milei called Lula a “thief” and criticized Brazilian Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes. Brazil recalled its ambassador to Argentina in July, and officials said he will not return while Milei continues making hostile remarks … Continue reading Brazil cuts diplomatic presence in Argentina after Milei insults Lula

President Donald Trump said a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could be reached within days as Iran and Oman negotiate an agreement over the critical waterway. The U.S. and Israel launched a war against Iran on Feb. 28, citing goals including ending Tehran’s nuclear program and weakening its government. The conflict has shifted toward control of the Strait of Hormuz after Iranian threats … Continue reading Trump says deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz possible

House Speaker Mike Johnson addressed allegations of domestic abuse against Rep. Max Miller, calling the claims serious but saying the House Ethics Committee should complete its investigation before any action is taken. Miller denies the accusations, including claims involving threats and violence against his former wife and daughter, and says they are politically motivated. Pressure on Miller to leave office has increased after his former … Continue reading Mike Johnson breaks his silence on Max Miller, calls for ‘process to play out’

Abdul El-Sayed won Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary, defeating Rep. Haley Stevens in a close race that highlighted the growing influence of progressive candidates. El-Sayed overcame nearly $65 million in outside spending supporting Stevens and gained backing from figures like Sen. Bernie Sanders, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and the United Auto Workers. Stevens conceded and pledged to support El-Sayed as Democrats work to unite ahead of the … Continue reading Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary