The U.S. Senate approved a short-term extension of a controversial surveillance program used by intelligence agencies, just before its authority was set to expire. The measure passed quickly by voice vote after a chaotic push in Congress, sending it to President Donald Trump for approval. Lawmakers chose a temporary fix until April 30 after longer-term extension proposals failed to gain enough support. The program remains … Continue reading Senate extends surveillance powers until April 30 after chaotic votes in House

South African opposition leader Julius Malema was sentenced to five years in prison after being convicted of firing a rifle in the air at a 2018 rally. The court also imposed additional penalties, though the sentences will run concurrently, and he was released pending appeal. Malema has vowed to take the case to the Constitutional Court, a process that could take years and delays any … Continue reading South African opposition leader Malema gets jail sentence for firing gun

Progressive leaders from more than 100 organizations are meeting in Barcelona, Spain, to coordinate a global response to the rise of far-right and nationalist movements. The “Global Progressive Mobilization” initiative, backed by Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez, aims to strengthen cooperation among left-leaning parties worldwide. Participants include prominent leaders such as Brazil’s Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, South Africa’s Cyril Ramaphosa, and Mexico’s Claudia Sheinbaum. … Continue reading Global leftist leaders gather in Spain to mobilize against right-wing politicians

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing renewed political pressure after it was revealed he was not told that former US ambassador Peter Mandelson had failed security vetting before his appointment. Mandelson later resigned over links to Jeffrey Epstein, adding to the controversy surrounding the appointment. Starmer said it was unacceptable that he had been kept unaware while telling Parliament that proper procedures had been … Continue reading UK prime minister Starmer faces pressure to resign, pleads ignorance over Mandelson

House Speaker Mike Johnson said he believes the House will ultimately agree to expel Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick after serious ethics findings against her. The House Ethics Committee has substantiated most allegations against her, including claims she misused $5 million in FEMA disaster funds, and a hearing on potential sanctions is set for April 21. Cherfilus-McCormick, who is also facing a federal indictment, denies wrongdoing but … Continue reading Speaker Johnson: Cherfilus-McCormick ‘should be expelled’

Tensions have risen between U.S. President Donald Trump and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni after Trump criticized her for not supporting U.S. policy toward Iran and said she lacked “courage.” In a phone interview, Trump called Meloni “unacceptable,” while also escalating criticism of Pope Leo XIV, sparking additional diplomatic friction. The dispute comes as Meloni has begun distancing Italy from some U.S. and Israeli positions, … Continue reading Trump blasts close ally Meloni, says she’s failing US on Iran

Senate Republicans are divided over how to respond to an expected request from President Donald Trump to fund and potentially extend the ongoing military conflict with Iran. Some GOP senators are working with Sen. Lisa Murkowski on a possible authorization framework that would extend war powers beyond the 60–90 day limit under the War Powers Act. Several Republicans, including Sens. John Curtis, Thom Tillis, and … Continue reading Senate GOP divided over Trump push for Iran war funding

The US Senate has failed for the fourth time to pass a resolution aimed at limiting President Donald Trump’s authority to wage war with Iran, with the vote largely split along party lines. The measure followed recent developments in the conflict, including a short ceasefire and stalled negotiations between the US and Iran. Supporters argue Trump acted unconstitutionally by launching military action without congressional approval, … Continue reading US Senate rejects another war powers resolution to limit Trump on Iran

House Democrats have introduced articles of impeachment against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, accusing him of serious misconduct related to the war in Iran and his leadership of the Pentagon. The resolution includes six charges, such as unauthorized military action, violations of the law of armed conflict, mishandling classified information, and obstructing congressional oversight. It also alleges abuse of power, politicization of the military, and actions … Continue reading House Democrats file articles of impeachment against Hegseth