In a filing on Thursday, Special Counsel Jack Smith requested a trial start date of July 8 in the federal criminal case concerning former President Trump’s handling of classified documents. Trump, the leading contender for the 2024 GOP presidential nomination, has employed delay tactics in response to the four criminal indictments he faces, portraying himself as a victim to extend proceedings beyond the upcoming election. … Continue reading Jack Smith seeks July 8 trial date for classified docs

In nearly simultaneous addresses in Texas, the Republican former president, Trump, characterized the surging numbers of border crossings as a “Joe Biden invasion,” while the Democratic incumbent urged his opponent to cease “playing politics” with proposed migration reforms. This split-screen moment underscored a potentially pivotal issue in the upcoming presidential election, less than eight months away, as polls indicate that a majority of voters hold … Continue reading Biden and Trump trade accusations at southern border

Hunter Biden, a key figure in the GOP’s impeachment inquiry into his father, appeared on Capitol Hill on Wednesday, where Republicans dedicated a lengthy session delving into the intricacies of overseas business ventures they’ve depicted as a network of corruption involving President Biden. Despite the extensive nearly seven-hour closed-door questioning, Republicans did not seem to unearth elusive evidence of financial wrongdoing to substantiate their claims. … Continue reading Defiant Hunter Biden defends business moves

The Supreme Court, featuring three justices appointed during the Trump administration, has consented on Wednesday to assess whether former President Donald Trump can assert presidential immunity to evade his federal election interference trial. In a concise order, the court announced its intention to hear arguments and deliver a verdict on Trump’s claim of presidential immunity. The order stipulates that the January 6 trial will remain … Continue reading Supreme Court Throws Huge Wrench Into Trump Trial Schedule

A judge in Illinois, Tracie Porter of Cook County, has determined that Donald Trump should be removed from the primary ballot in the state, pending a decision from the Supreme Court on whether states can bar him from candidacy. The Supreme Court is currently deliberating on Trump’s eligibility to run for president, particularly in the aftermath of the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack. Judge Porter … Continue reading Judge rules Trump should be removed from Illinois primary ballot

Mitch McConnell, the Senate leader with the longest tenure in history, successfully retaining his influence despite significant upheavals within the Republican Party over nearly two decades, will relinquish his position in November. Having celebrated his 82nd birthday last week, McConnell disclosed his decision on Wednesday within the Senate chamber. It is the same chamber where he initially observed from the back benches in 1985 upon … Continue reading McConnell will step down as the Senate Republican leader in November 

President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump emerged victorious in the Michigan primaries on Tuesday, solidifying the anticipated rematch between the two leaders. Biden secured a win over his significant Democratic primary opponent, Minnesota Rep. Dean Phillips. However, attention was also focused on the results of the “uncommitted” vote, as Michigan served as a focal point for dissatisfied members within Biden’s coalition that played … Continue reading Trump and Biden won Michigan

Following a conference of European leaders on Monday, Macron asserted that “everything that is necessary” must be undertaken to ensure Russia’s defeat, including the deployment of troops. In response, the Kremlin cautioned about the “inevitability” of a confrontation between NATO and Russia if alliance troops were sent into the conflict, breaking a significant taboo that the West had been hesitant to challenge. Macron hosted the … Continue reading European, US allies taken aback by Macron’s comments on troops in Ukraine

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer described Tuesday’s meeting at the White House with President Joe Biden and congressional leaders as “one of the most intense I’ve ever encountered.” The leaders from both branches of government aimed to find common ground on Ukraine funding and prevent a partial shutdown. Schumer, along with President Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, and Senate Minority … Continue reading Biden meets with top Hill leaders as partial government shutdown looms

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) and House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) engaged in a public exchange of strong remarks on Sunday regarding negotiations on government spending. With several federal agencies facing the possibility of a shutdown on Friday, the urgency to reach a deal this week is paramount. In a “dear colleague” letter issued on Sunday evening, Schumer mentioned the ongoing “intense discussions” with … Continue reading Schumer and Johnson spar over federal spending as deadline nears

On Sunday, former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro led a sizable rally in São Paulo, where he refuted allegations of involvement in a coup plot to retain power. Thousands of Bolsonaro’s supporters, adorned in Brazil’s national flag colors of green and gold, gathered on Paulista Avenue, a prominent thoroughfare in the country’s largest city, to express solidarity with the ex-leader amid growing legal challenges. Bolsonaro, a … Continue reading Bolsonaro denies coup plot as thousands rally in support of former Brazilian leader

Americans for Prosperity Action, the network supported by billionaire Charles Koch, has decided to temporarily suspend its financial backing for GOP presidential candidate Nikki Haley. This decision comes a day after Haley’s loss to former President Donald Trump in the South Carolina primary, her home state. AFP Action clarified that despite pausing its financial support, it continues to endorse Haley for the presidency. However, the … Continue reading Koch network halts Nikki Haley campaign funding after South Carolina loss

On Friday, Secretary of State Tony Blinken declared that the expansion of Israeli settlements in the occupied West Bank is “inconsistent with international law,” overturning the Trump-era decision that had reversed decades of U.S. policy on the matter. Blinken’s move, reversing the so-called “Pompeo doctrine,” comes in response to the Israeli government’s announcement on Thursday outlining plans for the expansion of settlements in the West … Continue reading Blinken reverses Trump-era policy on Israeli settlements in occupied West Bank

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni stated in a published interview on Saturday that Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine two years ago served as a precursor to the attack by the Hamas militant group on Israel last October. “If Russia had not invaded Ukraine, in all likelihood Hamas would not have launched such an attack against Israel,” Meloni told Italy’s Il Giornale newspaper, Politico reported. “It was inevitable … Continue reading Italy’s Meloni: If Russia hadn’t invaded Ukraine, Hamas wouldn’t have attacked Israel

As former President Donald Trump endeavors to reshape the configuration of the Republican National Committee (RNC), two resolutions are currently circulating within the RNC, and if ratified by members, could potentially impede the process, as outlined in a draft of the resolutions obtained by CNN. The first resolution aims to ensure that the RNC and its leadership maintain neutrality, refraining from hiring additional staff from … Continue reading RNC circulates resolutions that would slow Trump takeover of party and committee

Former President Trump triumphantly marked his clear win in the South Carolina GOP primary on Saturday night, expressing confidence in defeating President Biden in a presumed head-to-head rematch come November. During his address, Trump commended several politicians who supported him in the lead-up to the Palmetto State GOP primary, where he secured a decisive victory over his main Republican rival, Nikki Haley, the former governor … Continue reading Trump celebrates South Carolina victory, says Biden will be ‘fired’ in November

In the South Carolina Republican primary held on Saturday, Donald Trump secured a decisive victory, easily surpassing former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley, who hails from the state. This win further solidifies Trump’s trajectory toward a third consecutive GOP nomination, having previously emerged victorious in key contests in Iowa, New Hampshire, Nevada, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Despite pressure mounting on Haley to exit the race, … Continue reading Trump wins South Carolina, easily beating Haley in her home state

On Friday, the Biden administration is set to implement a new set of sanctions targeting over 500 entities in response to the demise of opposition figure Alexey Navalny and on the eve of the two-year anniversary of Russia’s conflict in Ukraine, as confirmed by a Treasury official. These sanctions represent the latest step taken by the administration to impose repercussions on Russia amid escalating tensions … Continue reading Biden administration will impose sanctions on more than 500 targets in response to Navalny death

In a speech to a gathering of religious broadcasters on Thursday night, former President Donald Trump pledged to champion Christian values during a potential second term in the White House. He indicated his intention to safeguard the central symbols of the Christian faith, cautioning that the left has aspirations to “tear down crosses.” “Remember, every communist regime throughout history has tried to stamp out the … Continue reading Trump pledges to defend Christianity against the left

Attorneys representing Donald Trump have petitioned a federal judge to dismiss the indictment accusing him of retaining classified documents at his Mar-a-Lago club, citing presidential immunity. They argue that Trump classified the documents as personal records under the Presidential Records Act during his presidency, making it an official act immune to prosecution. Legal experts find this interpretation of presidential power extraordinary, as it could potentially … Continue reading Trump argues presidential immunity in push for dismissal of classified documents case

On Thursday, Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) dismissed reports suggesting that President Biden is contemplating the use of executive authority to tackle the issues at the southern border, characterizing them as “election year gimmicks.” Various outlets had indicated on Wednesday that Biden, despite previous White House assertions that he had exhausted unilateral measures on the border, is exploring potential actions to restrict migrants’ asylum-seeking capabilities in … Continue reading Speaker Johnson: Possible Biden actions on border amount to ‘election year gimmicks’

On Thursday, Brazil’s former president Jair Bolsonaro chose to remain silent during police questioning regarding allegations of plotting a coup with allies to retain power following his unsuccessful 2022 reelection attempt. Investigators assert that the far-right ex-army captain orchestrated a scheme to undermine the credibility of the Brazilian election system, aiming to prevent the declared winner, leftist President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, from assuming … Continue reading Bolsonaro faces police questioning over Brazil ‘coup’

New York Attorney General Letitia James has stated to ABC News that she is ready to take action to seize former President Donald Trump’s assets if he fails to secure the $354 million required to satisfy the civil fraud case judgment, as mandated by a recent court order. This announcement comes four days after the judge’s decision in the case. “If he does not have … Continue reading Letitia James says she’s prepared to seize Trump’s buildings if he can’t pay

A memo released on Tuesday by former President Donald Trump’s campaign asserts that Saturday’s Republican primary in South Carolina will signify the conclusion of former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley’s presidential campaign. Chris LaCivita and Susie Wiles, senior advisers to Trump, authored the memo titled “The End Is Near For Nikki Haley,” stating that South Carolina’s primary will effectively mark the end of Haley’s 2024 presidential … Continue reading Trump campaign memo declares South Carolina ‘the end’ of Nikki Haley

The Biden administration announced on Tuesday that it will impose “major sanctions” on Russia in response to the death of Alexei Navalny, a prominent critic of Russian President Vladimir Putin who died in prison last week under unclear circumstances. John Kirby, the White House’s national security communications adviser, stated that these new sanctions aim to “hold Russia accountable for what happened to Mr. Navalny” and … Continue reading President Biden to hit Russia with ‘major sanctions’ in response to death of Navalny