Nikki Haley, vying for a strong position in the Republican presidential primary against Governor Ron DeSantis, has secured a significant boost from the political network founded by the Koch brothers. Americans for Prosperity Action, the endorsing group, outlined its support in a memo on Tuesday, providing organizational support and financial backing as Haley contends with DeSantis for the second spot in Iowa. As the campaign … Continue reading Koch Network Endorses Nikki Haley in Bid to Push G.O.P. Past Trump

During discussions with special counsel Jack Smith’s team earlier this year, former Vice President Mike Pence reportedly shared alarming details about the aftermath of the 2020 presidential election. Pence described how then-President Donald Trump surrounded himself with questionable attorneys, endorsed “un-American” legal theories, and nearly pushed the nation into a “constitutional crisis,” according to sources familiar with Pence’s statements to investigators. These sources indicated that … Continue reading Pence told special counsel harrowing details about 2020 election aftermath

Arriving at the White House in pursuit of justice, Liberty became the focus of President Joe Biden’s annual Thanksgiving tradition on Monday. The president exercised the time-honored turkey pardon, granting clemency to Liberty, weighing 42.5 pounds, and Bell, at 42.1 pounds. This lighthearted event on the South Lawn provided a momentary diversion from the weighty global challenges confronting the administration. With metaphorical roasting, President Biden … Continue reading Biden grants turkey’s Liberty and Bell traditional presidential pardon

Javier Milei secured victory in Argentina’s presidential elections on Sunday, steering the country rightward with an anti-establishment campaign reminiscent of former US President Donald Trump. The runoff concluded with rival Sergio Massa conceding even before official results were released. Milei, a former TV pundit, pledged to break with the status quo and aims to dollarize Argentina, a move unprecedented for a country of its size. … Continue reading Far-right outsider Javier Milei wins Argentina’s presidency

Senator Roger Marshall (R-KS) is set to declare his endorsement of former President Donald Trump for the presidency on Monday morning, urging the Republican Party to rally behind the 45th president, as disclosed by his office. In a press release sent via email, Marshall’s team provided excerpts from his forthcoming statement of support for the 45th president. He initiates his endorsement by criticizing President Joe … Continue reading Sen. Roger Marshall Endorses Donald Trump, Calls for GOP to Unite

On Monday, a federal appeals court displayed skepticism towards former President Donald Trump’s efforts to lift a gag order in his election-subversion case. However, the court seemed open to refining the restrictions on what the ex-president can express, particularly during the intensity of the 2024 campaign. In oral arguments, a three-judge panel on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit delved into the … Continue reading Appeals panel grapples with scope of Trump gag order in Jack Smith case

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis has urgently sought a protective order to prevent the unauthorized release of potential evidence intended for presentation in the Georgia racketeering trial involving former President Donald Trump. Initially reported by ABC News on Monday, leaked “proffer” videos featured discussions among indicted members of Trump’s team, including attorneys Jenna Ellis, Sidney Powell, and Kenneth Cheseboro, who have already pleaded guilty. … Continue reading Fani Willis Asks For ‘Emergency Protective Order’ In Trump Trial

White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan stated on Sunday that U.S. President Joe Biden aims to renew military-to-military connections with China. This announcement comes just days before the scheduled in-person meeting between President Biden and Chinese leader Xi Jinping. The meeting is set to take place during the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in San Francisco on Wednesday. It marks the first face-to-face encounter between … Continue reading Biden will push China to resume military ties with US, official says

On Sunday, Representative Brian Higgins (D-N.Y.) disclosed his intention to resign in February after 19 years, attributing his decision to mounting frustrations with the increasing dysfunction in Congress, especially during a particularly tumultuous year for the chamber. Higgins, who represents New York’s strongly Democratic 26th Congressional District, revealed the challenges that influenced his choice to step down. “I’ve always been a little impatient, and that … Continue reading Longtime NY House Democrat Brian Higgins to step down over frustrations in Congress

House Speaker Mike Johnson presented his proposal on Saturday to avert a partial government shutdown by extending funding for certain agencies and programs until Jan. 19, while continuing funding for others until Feb. 2. This approach deviates from the usual method of extending funding for all programs until a specific date. Johnson opted for a combination approach to address concerns from GOP lawmakers, aiming to … Continue reading House Speaker Mike Johnson proposes 2-step stopgap funding bill to avert government shutdown

On Sunday night, Republican Tim Scott declared the suspension of his presidential campaign during an appearance on “Sunday Night in America with Trey Gowdy” on Fox News. “When I go back to Iowa, it will not be as a presidential candidate. I am suspending my campaign. I think the voters, who are the most remarkable people on the planet, have been really clear that — … Continue reading Tim Scott says he’s suspending his presidential campaign

On Thursday, President Joe Biden donned a red United Auto Workers shirt to commemorate a labor agreement that safeguards the Stellantis plant in Belvidere from closure. He views the preservation of the factory as validation of his choice to stand alongside striking union members in their quest for increased wages. “American workers are ready to work harder than anyone else,” Biden told autoworkers in a … Continue reading Biden says workers need ‘a fair shot’ as he celebrates labor deal

The Senate Judiciary Committee’s Democratic members abruptly concluded a meeting on Thursday without conducting the anticipated vote on subpoenas for two conservatives involved in orchestrating luxury travel and other perks for Supreme Court justices. The committee’s Democratic chairman, Senator Dick Durbin of Illinois, adjourned the session as Republicans on the committee signaled their intention to request subpoena votes for numerous Democratic officials and others. This … Continue reading Democrats postpone a subpoena vote in the Supreme Court ethics probe 

House Speaker Mike Johnson, a relatively unknown congressman from Louisiana who rose to lead House Republicans amid a revolt by hardliners, faces a challenging task of averting a U.S. government shutdown. Despite his limited time and experience in major Washington negotiations, Johnson had intended to unveil his proposal for temporary government funding on Thursday. However, internal strife among Republicans threatens to impede any progress on … Continue reading House Speaker Johnson Is Running Out of Time to Avoid Shutdown

On Thursday, Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) declared that he will not run for re-election in 2024. This decision significantly increases the likelihood of Republicans securing the Senate seat in the upcoming elections in the predominantly conservative state. “After months of deliberation and long conversations with my family, I believe in my heart of hearts that I have accomplished what I set out to do for … Continue reading Manchin won’t seek reelection in West Virginia

Abortion is once again at the forefront of the Tuesday ballot, with Ohio residents casting their votes to determine the guarantee of abortion rights and Virginia voters considering whether to grant Republicans the authority to impose new restrictions on the procedure. With the first presidential nominating contest in Iowa drawing closer in less than 10 weeks, national Republicans and Democrats are closely monitoring Tuesday’s elections … Continue reading Abortion rights at center of Ohio and Virginia elections