Rep. Eric Swalwell confirmed he is now faceing a federal criminal investigation for alleged mortgage fraud. The probe stems from a letter from the Federal Housing Finance Agency to the attorney general claiming Swalwell may have committed mortgage and tax fraud, similar to accusations recently leveled against other Democratic officials. Swalwell denounced the investigation as politically motivated, noting his long history as a prominent Trump … Continue reading Democrat Eric Swalwell faces federal criminal inquiry for alleged mortgage fraud

Sen. John Fetterman (D-Pa.) was hospitalized in Pittsburgh after a heart issue caused him to fall and sustain minor facial injuries. The fall occurred during a morning walk near his home, and doctors identified a ventricular fibrillation flare-up, a serious heart rhythm disorder that can be fatal without treatment. Fetterman, who has a history of heart problems and suffered a stroke during his 2022 campaign, … Continue reading Fetterman hospitalized after heart issue, fall

The Justice Department joined a Republican-led lawsuit challenging California’s new Democratic-drawn congressional map approved by voters last week. The map could allow Democrats to gain up to five additional House seats in next year’s midterms. DOJ and California GOP lawyers claim the map constitutes a racial gerrymander, arguing it manipulates district lines to favor Hispanic voters, which they say violates the Constitution. The ballot measure … Continue reading Justice Department joins lawsuit over California’s redrawn House map

The BBC formally apologized to President Trump over a misleading edit of his Jan. 6 speech in the “Panorama” documentary but said it will not rebroadcast the program or provide compensation. Trump had threatened a $1 billion defamation lawsuit unless the broadcaster issued a retraction, apology, and payment. The apology acknowledged the edit created the false impression that Trump made a direct call for violence, … Continue reading BBC formally apologizes to President Trump for documentary edit

President Donald Trump signed legislation to reopen the government, ending the 43-day shutdown, the longest in U.S. history. The bill funds the government at 2025 levels through January 30, allowing more time to negotiate a longer-term budget for 2026. It also restores pay for federal workers, reverses planned layoffs, and continues SNAP benefits for over 42 million Americans. The shutdown had caused missed paychecks, airline … Continue reading Trump signs bill ending longest government shutdown in US history

Jack Schlossberg, grandson of former President John F. Kennedy, has announced his candidacy for New York’s 12th Congressional District, aiming to succeed retiring Rep. Jerry Nadler. In his campaign video, Schlossberg criticized President Donald Trump, highlighting issues like the cost-of-living crisis, social program cuts, and perceived threats to civil rights and the Constitution. A lifelong resident of the district, Schlossberg emphasizes his connection to local … Continue reading Jack Schlossberg, John F. Kennedy’s grandson, running for US House seat

Democratic representative-elect Adelita Grijalva is set to be sworn into the House on Wednesday, ending a seven-week delay that blocked her from taking her Arizona seat. Her swearing-in will make her the 218th signature needed on a discharge petition to force a House vote on legislation demanding the Justice Department release additional Jeffrey Epstein files. The move follows the release of previously unseen emails linking … Continue reading Mike Johnson to swear in Democrat who could force Epstein vote

Japan and China engaged in a heated diplomatic exchange after Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said a Chinese attack on Taiwan could pose “a survival-threatening situation” for Japan, potentially justifying the use of force. Beijing sharply criticized the remarks, with Chinese Consul General Xue Jian posting a threatening message on X (later deleted) and calling for retractions of similar comments by past Japanese leaders. Japan protested … Continue reading Japan and China exchange barbs after Japanese leader’s remarks over Taiwan