Chinese leader Xi Jinping is preparing to visit Moscow for a summit with Russia’s president in the coming months, according to people familiar with the plan, as Vladimir Putin wages war in Ukraine and portrays himself as a standard-bearer against a U.S.-led global order. Beijing says it wants to play a more active role aimed at ending the conflict, and the people familiar with Mr. … Continue reading China’s Xi Jinping Plans Russia Visit as Putin Wages War in Ukraine

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) has granted Fox News host Tucker Carlson access to tens of thousands of hours of closed circuit camera footage from the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the Capitol Building, leading to an outcry from some Democratic lawmakers.  The 44,000 hours of footage, most of which Carlson claims has never been seen by the public before, has been under review by … Continue reading Kevin McCarthy gives Tucker Carlson access to Jan. 6 riot surveillance tapes

Russian President Vladimir Putin suspended Moscow’s participation in the last remaining nuclear arms control pact with the U.S., announcing the move Tuesday in a bitter speech where he made clear he would not change his strategy in the war in Ukraine. In his long-delayed state-of-the-nation address, Putin cast his country — and Ukraine — as victims of Western double-dealing and said it was Russia, not … Continue reading Putin has increased tensions regarding Ukraine by suspending the START nuclear pact.

The Ohio senator Sherrod Brown had harsh criticism on Sunday for corporate lobbyists and Norfolk Southern, the Atlanta-based operator of the train that derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, two weeks ago while carrying toxic chemicals. Speaking on Sunday to CNN’s State of the Union, the Democrat said the derailment, which released toxic chemicals including the carcinogenic vinyl chloride, was an episode of “the same old … Continue reading Ohio senator condemns train operator and lobbyists over toxic derailment

President Joe Biden made an unannounced visit to Ukraine on Monday to meet with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, a gesture of solidarity that comes days before the one-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion of the country. Speaking alongside Zelenskyy at Mariinsky Palace, Biden recalled the fears nearly a year ago that Russia’s invasion forces might quickly take the Ukrainian capital. “One year later, Kyiv stands,” Biden said, … Continue reading Biden visits Ukraine on war anniversary, declares ‘Kyiv stands’

On Monday, President Joe Biden paid a surprise visit to Ukraine, where he met with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as a show of support, just a few days prior to the one-year anniversary of Russia’s invasion of the country. At Mariinsky Palace, in the company of Zelenskyy, Biden reflected on the fear of the rapid occupation of the Ukrainian capital by Russian troops almost a year … Continue reading Biden visits Ukraine on war anniversary, declares ‘Kyiv stands’

Former President Jimmy Carter, who at 98 years old is the longest-lived American president, has entered home hospice care in Plains, Georgia, a statement from The Carter Center confirmed Saturday. After a series of short hospital stays, the statement said, Carter “decided to spend his remaining time at home with his family and receive hospice care instead of additional medical intervention.” The statement said the … Continue reading Jimmy Carter, 39th US president, enters hospice care at home

With the Ukraine war on its doorstep, Poland has emerged as Europe’s pre-eminent hawk on the conflict with Russia, as Warsaw plays a central role in stiffening Western resolve toward Moscow through public pressure and backchannel negotiations. Poland’s stance at the forefront of Western support for Ukraine will come under the spotlight when President Biden visits Warsaw days before the first anniversary of the start … Continue reading WSJ: With Ukraine War at Its Doorstep, Poland Becomes West’s Firebrand

President Joe Biden heads to Europe this week in a trip meant to be a show of defiance. He will mark a second year of war by denouncing Vladimir Putin’s invasion of Ukraine and publicly declare that the United States will support Kyiv until the final moments of the conflict. But the backdrop to Biden’s trip is also complicated, dangerous and uncertain. As the fighting … Continue reading President Biden heads to a troubled Europe

The Pentagon’s top China official, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense Michael Chase, has arrived in Taiwan for a visit, the Financial Times reported on Friday citing a source, on a trip that could exacerbate tension between Beijing and Washington. Both Taiwan’s Defence Ministry and Pentagon declined to comment. “We don’t have a comment on specific operations, engagements, or training, but I would highlight that our … Continue reading Pentagon’s top China official has arrived in Taiwan, FT reports

The article reports that former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows has been subpoenaed by a grand jury investigating the January 6th attack on the U.S. Capitol. The subpoena reportedly seeks records and testimony from Meadows related to his communications with former President Donald Trump and other administration officials in the lead-up to the attack. The article notes that Meadows is the latest in … Continue reading Mark Meadows, Trump’s Last Chief of Staff, Subpoenaed by Grand Jury

The article reports that the U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear a case related to former President Donald Trump’s efforts to overturn the results of the 2020 presidential election. The case, brought by a group of Republican lawmakers, sought to challenge the certification of the election results in several swing states. The article notes that the Supreme Court’s decision not to hear the case … Continue reading Pence says he will fight subpoena as far as Supreme Court

The article reports that U.S. President Joe Biden, who is 80 years old, has undergone a closely-watched physical examination at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. The article notes that the results of the examination are expected to be released to the public in the coming days, and that they could shed light on the president’s overall health and fitness for office. The article also … Continue reading As re-election bid looms, Biden, 80, undergoes physical exam

The article reports that a grand jury in Georgia has recommended perjury indictments related to the 2020 presidential election, but found no evidence of fraud in the state. The grand jury was reportedly convened as part of an investigation into former President Trump’s attempts to overturn the election results in Georgia. The indictments are said to relate to statements made by individuals who were involved … Continue reading Trump grand jury recommends perjury indictments in probe of 2020 Georgia election meddling

The article claims that there was a significant increase in donations to the University of Delaware from China after the establishment of the Biden Institute, which is named after President Joe Biden. The donations were allegedly made without proper disclosure or transparency and may have been an attempt by the Chinese government to gain influence and access to the Biden administration. The article raises concerns … Continue reading Secret China Donations to University of Delaware Soared After the Opening of the Biden Institute

Nikki Haley, the former U.S. ambassador to the United Nations and a prominent Republican figure, announced that she will be running for president in the 2024 election. Haley, who is the first female and first non-white governor of South Carolina, is expected to appeal to a wide range of Republicans, including both traditional conservatives and supporters of former President Donald Trump. She has been a … Continue reading Nikki Haley announces run for president, challenging Trump

A group of House Democrats insisted they were left with no other choice but to file a resolution to expel embattled Republican Rep. George Santos from Congress. “There’s something sick about a man who lies and violates every law imaginable,” said Rep. Ritchie Torres. The push came after Santos sat in his first classified briefing Thursday with other members of Congress on the Chinese spy … Continue reading House Democrats file motion to expel Rep. George Santos

Former Vice President Mike Pence has been subpoenaed by the special counsel investigating former President Donald Trump’s effort to stay in office after the 2020 election and his role in the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol, according to a source familiar with the matter. Special counsel Jack Smith was appointed in November by Attorney General Merrick Garland to lead the Justice Department’s inquiries into … Continue reading Pence subpoenaed by special counsel investigating Trump’s role in Jan. 6