Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes demanded that House Speaker Mike Johnson immediately swear in Democratic Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva, threatening legal action if he delays. Grijalva won a special election to succeed her late father, Raúl Grijalva, but has not yet been sworn in due to Johnson keeping the House in recess amid the government shutdown. Mayes argued that with the certificate of election transmitted, swearing … Continue reading Arizona attorney general threatens legal action if Johnson doesn’t seat recently elected Democrat

Syria’s interim leader, Ahmad al-Sharaa, visited Russia for the first time, meeting President Vladimir Putin to discuss cooperation and regional developments. The visit signals Russia’s intent to maintain ties with Syria’s new leadership and secure its military bases on the Syrian coast. Despite supporting Assad for years, Moscow granted him asylum after his ouster and did not intervene against the rebel offensive. Both countries emphasized … Continue reading Syria’s interim leader Ahmad al-Sharaa meets with Putin in Moscow

Kenya’s former Prime Minister and longtime opposition leader Raila Odinga has died at 80 following a cardiac arrest during a morning walk in Kerala, India. Widely regarded as a key architect of Kenya’s modern democracy, Odinga ran unsuccessfully for president five times, including the contentious 2007 election that sparked deadly ethnic violence. President William Ruto declared seven days of national mourning, calling Odinga “the father … Continue reading Raila Odinga, Kenya’s former Prime Minister, dies at 80

Madagascar’s military leader, Col. Michael Randrianirina, announced Wednesday that he is “taking the position of president” following a coup that ousted President Andry Rajoelina. Randrianirina said he expects to be sworn in soon after the High Constitutional Court invited him to assume leadership while Rajoelina fled for his safety amid the uprising. The takeover follows weeks of youth-led protests over government failures, with Randrianirina promising … Continue reading Madagascar’s military coup leader says he is “taking the position of president”

President Donald Trump pledged a $20 billion currency swap to support Argentina’s economy, contingent on the election victory of right-wing President Javier Milei. Milei, a self-described anarcho-capitalist, met Trump at the White House on Tuesday, where the two leaders emphasized their close political bond. Trump said the U.S. would back Milei’s economic policies but indicated no support if Milei loses, criticizing opposing philosophies as incapable … Continue reading Trump says US will not ‘waste our time’ helping Argentina if Milei loses

Senate Democrats on Tuesday again rejected the GOP-led funding patch, extending the government shutdown beyond two weeks. This marks the eighth failed attempt to advance the House-passed measure, with only a few Democrats breaking rank or abstaining, leaving the vote at 49-45. Senate leaders say negotiations are ongoing, but progress is stalled without direct involvement from party leadership and the White House. Republicans are considering … Continue reading Senate tanks GOP funding patch for eighth time amid shutdown gridlock

President Donald Trump posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk during a White House ceremony on Tuesday. Kirk, killed in a September shooting at Utah Valley University, was a major figure in right-wing politics and founder of Turning Point USA, known for mobilizing young conservatives and his close alliance with Trump. The award, presented on what would have been … Continue reading Erika Kirk accepts Presidential Medal of Freedom honoring late husband Charlie Kirk

President Donald Trump warned Hamas on Tuesday that if the group does not disarm voluntarily, “we will disarm them.” His remarks came after the release of all 20 surviving hostages held in Gaza, though most of the 28 deceased hostages remain unrecovered. Under the U.S.-brokered deal, Hamas was expected to return all hostages—living and dead—within 72 hours, but the group has said it cannot locate … Continue reading Trump issues dire warning to Hamas: If they don’t disarm ‘we will disarm them’

California will no longer allow the sale of new Glock handguns, after Gov. Gavin Newsom signed Assembly Bill 1127 into law. The bill targets Glocks because their design can be easily modified with a 3-D printed “Glock Switch” to fire fully automatic, even though such switches are already illegal. The law does not ban possession or the resale of used Glocks, but seeks to push … Continue reading Gov. Gavin Newsom signs law banning new Glock sales in California

New York Attorney General Letitia James made her first public appearance since being indicted on federal fraud charges, speaking at a rally for mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani in Washington Heights. James denounced what she called the politicization of justice and vowed not to be silenced, warning of threats to democracy while receiving loud applause from supporters. She faces bank fraud and false statement charges over … Continue reading New York Attorney General Letitia James, facing fraud charges, strikes defiant tone at Mamdani rally

The government shutdown, now entering its third week, shows no signs of resolution as Democrats and Republicans continue to blame each other. Vice President JD Vance criticized Democrats’ approach as “hostage-taking,” while Senate votes on a funding measure have repeatedly failed to reach the 60-vote threshold. Democrats insist they will not support reopening the government without extending health insurance tax credits. Meanwhile, the Trump administration … Continue reading Government shutdown poised to enter a third week as Congress remains at stalemate

California Governor Gavin Newsom vetoed a bill that would have allowed universities to give descendants of slaves special consideration in admissions, saying it was unnecessary because colleges already have that authority. The veto is viewed as a setback for reparations efforts. The bill, proposed by Democratic Assemblymember Isaac Bryan, would have permitted but not required institutions to provide such preferences. Newsom also vetoed other reparations-related … Continue reading Gavin Newsom Vetoes ‘Unnecessary’ California Reparations Bill 

Former presidential nominee Mitt Romney said his family is “heartbroken” after his sister-in-law, Carrie Elizabeth Romney, died in Valencia, California, on Friday at age 64. Authorities found her body near a shopping mall parking garage, but it is currently unclear whether she jumped or fell from the multi-story structure. Foul play does not appear to be involved, and the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office … Continue reading Mitt Romney speaks out after sister-in-law found dead near Los Angeles garage

World leaders gathered in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, to sign a Gaza ceasefire deal, with U.S. President Donald Trump and mediators from Egypt, Qatar, and Turkiye leading the talks. Trump emphasized rebuilding Gaza as a hub of development while insisting the territory must be demilitarized, framing reconstruction around Israeli security concerns. The deal was welcomed cautiously, as Israeli attacks killed at least 67,869 people and left … Continue reading World leaders gather in Egypt for signing of Gaza ceasefire deal

President Trump urged Israeli President Isaac Herzog to pardon Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a Knesset address, downplaying the corruption charges against him while praising his leadership. Despite Netanyahu’s general unpopularity and public calls for his resignation over security failures, recent events like the Gaza ceasefire and hostage release have improved his standing. Trump has previously pushed for Netanyahu’s trial to be canceled, likening it … Continue reading Trump urges pardon for Netanyahu during Gaza address to Knesset

President Trump is expected to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the White House on Friday to discuss weapons supplies, including whether the U.S. should provide long-range Tomahawk missiles. Zelensky confirmed the visit and said he will propose a series of steps, meet defense companies, and possibly hold talks with lawmakers; a Ukrainian delegation has already departed for the U.S. He and Trump have been … Continue reading Trump, Zelensky to discuss Tomahawks for Ukraine at White House Friday

North Carolina Republican leaders announced plans to vote next week on redrawing the state’s U.S. House districts, responding to President Trump’s call to secure more GOP seats and counter Democratic efforts. The state’s current map, enacted in 2023, gave Republicans 10 of 14 seats in 2024, up from a 7-7 split under the 2022 map. Only the 1st District, held by Democrat Don Davis, remains … Continue reading North Carolina GOP announce plans to vote on new House map amid nationwide redistricting battle

Madagascar’s President Andry Rajoelina has fled the country after weeks of protests led by young demonstrators, marking the second recent government toppled amid global Gen Z unrest. Opposition leader Siteny Randrianasoloniaiko confirmed that Rajoelina left on Sunday after army units defected to join the protesters, though his current location remains undisclosed. In a Facebook address, Rajoelina said he moved to a safe location to protect … Continue reading Madagascar’s president has left the country after Gen Z protests, officials say

Former Presidents Joe Biden and Bill Clinton publicly praised President Donald Trump on Monday for brokering the Gaza peace deal between Israel and Hamas. Biden said he was “deeply grateful and relieved” that the last hostages had been freed, crediting Trump and his team for helping secure the renewed ceasefire. Clinton echoed that sentiment, thanking Trump, Qatar, and other regional actors for keeping negotiations on … Continue reading Biden, Clinton praise Trump for Gaza peace deal

President Donald Trump is receiving rare bipartisan praise for brokering a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, which included the release of 20 hostages. Speaking before the Knesset in Jerusalem and en route to a peace summit in Egypt, Trump’s success is being hailed as a major foreign policy achievement of his second term. Former GOP rivals Nikki Haley and Mike Pence, who once criticized Trump’s … Continue reading Trump draws praise from more than just MAGA as Israeli hostages return home

All 20 remaining living hostages held in Gaza have been released and returned to Israel under a U.S.-brokered ceasefire, marking a pivotal moment after two years of war. Under the same agreement, Hamas is set to return the bodies of 28 deceased hostages still in Gaza. In exchange, Israel has begun freeing 250 Palestinian prisoners serving long or life sentences, along with more than 1,700 … Continue reading All living hostages freed from Gaza as Trump addresses Israeli parliament

Cameroon held a presidential election Sunday that could extend 92-year-old Paul Biya’s 43-year rule by another seven years, potentially making him 99 by the end of the term. Biya, in power since 1982, faces nine opposition candidates, including Issa Tchiroma Bakary and Bello Bouba Maigari, amid concerns about his age, health, and the country’s challenges. Opposition figures and voters have raised fears of voter fraud … Continue reading World’s oldest president looks to extend his rule as Cameroon goes to the polls

French President Emmanuel Macron has appointed a new government led by reinstalled Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu, following days of intense negotiations to break France’s political deadlock ahead of a looming budget deadline. The new cabinet keeps key figures such as Jean-Noël Barrot as foreign minister and Gérald Darmanin as justice minister, while Catherine Vautrin becomes defense minister and Laurent Nunez takes over the interior ministry. … Continue reading France’s Macron unveils new government ahead of budget deadline

Thousands gathered in Tel Aviv on Saturday night to celebrate the anticipated release of hostages held by Hamas, chanting “Thank you, Trump” and booing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The rally featured speeches by former U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff, joined by Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner, who helped broker the U.S.-coordinated peace deal to end the Gaza conflict. Under the agreement, Hamas is expected to … Continue reading Trump praised, Netanyahu booed at Tel Aviv rally

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, now running for the U.S. Senate, announced plans for “undercover operations” targeting liberals. Paxton framed the effort as a response to what he called “leftist political terrorism” following the killing of right-wing activist Charlie Kirk. His statement included claims linking “transgenderism” and antifa to nationwide violence. Paxton said his office would “identify, investigate, and infiltrate” alleged leftist groups, the Daily … Continue reading Texas AG Paxton announces ‘undercover’ investigations into liberals