Election Day 2025 is underway in New York City, where Democrat Zohran Mamdani, independent Andrew Cuomo, and Republican Curtis Sliwa are locked in a tight mayoral race. Polls are open from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. across all five boroughs following record early voting turnout. Mamdani, a 34-year-old Queens assemblyman, leads most polls and could become the city’s first Muslim mayor and second-youngest in history. … Continue reading NYC voters head to polls for Election Day 2025 to cast votes in mayoral race

Former Vice President Dick Cheney died Monday at age 84 from complications of pneumonia and heart disease, his family announced. Remembered by loved ones as a man of courage, honor, and devotion to family and country, Cheney was praised for his lifelong service. Born in Lincoln, Nebraska, in 1941, his early years included academic struggles, blue-collar work, and two DUI arrests. He later turned his … Continue reading Former Vice President Dick Cheney dies

In a “60 Minutes” interview, President Trump said Chinese officials “know the consequences” of taking military action against Taiwan while he is in office, though he avoided making explicit threats. When asked whether he would defend Taiwan, Trump declined a direct answer, saying the outcome would be revealed if an incident occurred. He noted that Taiwan was not discussed during his recent meeting with Chinese … Continue reading Trump warns of ‘consequences’ if China invades Taiwan

At the Apec summit in Gyeongju, South Korean President Lee Jae Myung jokingly questioned the security of smartphones gifted by Chinese President Xi Jinping, asking if the devices were safe to use. Xi, rarely known for public humor, laughed and quipped that Lee should “check if there is a backdoor,” referencing concerns over pre-installed software that could allow surveillance. The lighthearted exchange, captured on TV … Continue reading Xi Jinping cracks joke about spying with phones given to South Korean president

In the New York City mayoral race, polls have now closed until Tuesday, meaning voters must go to their regular polling locations then if they haven’t voted early. Early turnout has been strong, with many voters having already made up their minds, while the three mayoral candidates continue campaigning to sway undecided voters. Andrew Cuomo emphasized his experience over Zohran Mamdani’s, warning that Mamdani would … Continue reading NYC mayoral candidates make final push ahead of Election Day

Congress is poised to preside over the longest U.S. government shutdown in history, reaching 35 days on Tuesday and surpassing the partial shutdown under President Trump in 2019. The stalemate threatens SNAP food aid, early education programs, air traffic control, and health care subsidies, while bipartisan talks among senators remain slow. Lawmakers’ return to Washington is delayed until after Tuesday’s elections in Virginia, New Jersey, … Continue reading Congress to crush US record this week for longest shutdown

Centrist liberal leader Rob Jetten has claimed victory in Wednesday’s tight Dutch election, narrowly edging out anti-Islam populist Geert Wilders. Jetten’s D66 party holds a slim lead of roughly 15,000 votes, giving them 26–27 seats in the 150-seat parliament, while Wilders’ Freedom Party trails closely. If confirmed, Jetten, 38, would become the youngest Dutch prime minister, though forming a coalition will require support from at … Continue reading Dutch centrist Rob Jetten claims victory in neck-and-neck election race

President Trump on Friday denied reports that he was considering military strikes in Venezuela, calling the claims “not true.” The Wall Street Journal had reported that his administration identified Venezuelan military facilities used for drug smuggling as potential targets, though no final decision had been made. The administration has recently taken a more aggressive stance in the region, sending the USS Gerald R. Ford and … Continue reading Trump says he’s not considering strikes within Venezuela

Republicans are pushing back against President Trump’s call to eliminate the Senate filibuster as a way to end the 31-day government shutdown. Key GOP senators, including Majority Leader John Thune and John Barrasso, insist the 60-vote threshold is a crucial Senate safeguard and reject changing the rules. Trump proposed using the “nuclear option” to pass legislation without Democratic support, but Republicans lack the votes to … Continue reading Republicans quickly push back on Trump’s call to nix filibuster

Volodymyr Kudrytskyi, former head of Ukraine’s state-owned power company Ukrenergo, was abruptly forced to resign in 2024 despite successfully keeping the country’s power grid operational during nearly four years of Russian attacks. Last week, he was arraigned on embezzlement charges related to a seven-year-old infrastructure contract that was never completed, with no evidence he personally benefited. Critics—including opposition lawmakers and anti-corruption activists—say the prosecution is … Continue reading Opposition, activists accuse Ukraine’s leaders of using lawfare to silence critics.

The Senate hearing for President Trump’s nominee for surgeon general, Dr. Casey Means, has been postponed as she goes into labor with her first child. Means was set to be the first nominee to appear virtually before the Senate HELP Committee, scheduled two days after her due date. Nominated in May, Means is a Stanford-trained physician and author known for advocating holistic health, natural foods, … Continue reading Confirmation hearing delayed for surgeon general nominee as she goes into labor

The Virginia House of Delegates advanced a constitutional amendment allowing the state to redraw congressional lines if another state conducts midcycle redistricting, moving it closer to influencing the 2026 midterms. Democrats passed the measure 51-42, with the Senate committee also approving it, and it is expected to pass the full Senate, where Democrats hold a majority. Republicans have filed a lawsuit challenging the Legislature’s authority … Continue reading Virginia Democrats advance redistricting amendment

The Senate voted 50-46 to approve a resolution blocking President Trump’s tariffs on Canada, with four Republicans joining Democrats in support, following a similar vote on tariffs for Brazil. The resolution, which challenges the national emergency used to justify the tariffs, is largely symbolic since the GOP-controlled House is unlikely to take it up. Trump imposed the tariffs citing Canada’s role in the fentanyl crisis, … Continue reading Senate approves Democratic resolution to block Trump’s tariffs on Canada

U.S. President Donald Trump has approved South Korea’s plan to build a nuclear-powered submarine, a significant shift from the diesel-powered vessels currently in use. The announcement came during his meeting with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung in Gyeongju, where the leaders also discussed broad trade and investment deals. Trump said the submarine would be built in Philadelphia, but details about nuclear propulsion technology and … Continue reading Trump gives South Korea permission to build nuclear-powered submarine

Dutch voters went to the polls Wednesday in a tightly contested snap election triggered when far-right leader Geert Wilders collapsed the previous coalition over immigration policy. The campaign centered on migration and housing shortages, key issues also dividing Europe. While Wilders’ Party for Freedom hopes to repeat its past success, most mainstream parties have ruled out working with him, citing his role in toppling the … Continue reading Dutch vote in a knife-edge election focused on housing and anti-Islam populist

Vice President JD Vance called for a major reduction in legal immigration during a speech at the University of Mississippi, saying the U.S. must “get the overall numbers way, way down” to preserve social cohesion. Speaking at a Turning Point USA event hosted by Erika Kirk, widow of the group’s slain founder, Vance argued that American society needs time to assimilate newcomers before admitting more … Continue reading JD Vance calls for reduction in legal immigration at Turning Point event

President Donald Trump met Wednesday with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung in Gyeongju, wrapping up his Asia tour focused on securing major investment deals. Trump praised South Korea as a valued ally and said a new trade agreement between the two nations would soon be finalized, following similar deals with Japan and Malaysia. Lee asked the U.S. to ease restrictions on fuel for nuclear-powered … Continue reading Trump visits South Korea as he attempts to secure billions in investment

President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that he has ordered the Defense Department to begin nuclear weapons testing to match China and Russia. He said the U.S. already holds the world’s largest and most advanced nuclear arsenal, rebuilt during his first term. The move comes ahead of his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in South Korea and marks the first potential return to explosive testing … Continue reading Trump directs Pentagon to start testing nuclear weapons

President Donald Trump described his meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping as “amazing,” saying the two reached key agreements to ease trade tensions. China agreed to buy U.S. soybeans, delay new rare earth export restrictions, and curb fentanyl shipments. In return, Trump said he would lower tariffs on Chinese goods and that both sides were close to finalizing a broader deal, Politico has reported. The … Continue reading Trump touts progress on multiple fronts with China after meeting Xi

Cameroon’s 92-year-old President Paul Biya has been declared the winner of the recent election, securing an eighth term with 53.66% of the vote, while challenger Issa Tchiroma Bakary received 35.19%. Biya, in power since 1982, removed presidential term limits in 2008 and has consistently won re-election by large margins. Tchiroma, who claimed victory days after the election with his own tally, denounced the official results … Continue reading World’s oldest serving head of state declared winner in Cameroon election

Indiana Gov. Mike Braun has called a special legislative session starting Nov. 3 to consider redrawing the state’s congressional map, aiming to ensure “fair” representation, though GOP support remains uncertain. The move aligns Indiana with other Republican-led states, including Texas, Missouri, and North Carolina, where mid-decade redistricting efforts aim to bolster the party’s House majority ahead of 2026. Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance have … Continue reading Indiana Gov. Mike Braun calls special session to consider new congressional map

The pressure to end the second-longest federal government shutdown is mounting as millions of Americans face lost food assistance, delayed paychecks, and travel disruptions. The nation’s largest federal employee union, AFGE, urged Congress to pass a clean funding bill immediately, calling for an end to political gamesmanship. Democratic senators, including Tim Kaine, are pressing for guarantees against mass federal layoffs and extensions of health plan … Continue reading Pressure builds on Congress to end the shutdown

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said Monday she initially misheard a “tax the rich” chant at a Sunday rally for mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani, thinking the crowd was shouting “Let’s go Bills” in support of the NFL team. She acknowledged later that the crowd was expressing passion for taxing the wealthy, emphasizing her role as Democratic Party leader to unify behind Mamdani. Hochul formally endorsed … Continue reading Hochul says she thought ‘tax the rich’ chant was ‘let’s go Bills’

President Donald Trump and Japan’s new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi celebrated a “new golden age” in U.S.-Japan relations during a Tokyo meeting on Tuesday. They signed a deal for Japan to purchase tactical missiles for its U.S.-made F-35 jets and a memorandum of understanding for constructing new ships. The leaders also agreed on a plan to secure critical minerals and rare earth supply chains amid … Continue reading Japan PM, Trump sign rare earths and missiles deals

Democrats faced internal strain Monday as the federal employee union AFGE urged them to accept a Republican-backed “clean” funding bill to end the four-week government shutdown. While party leaders like Sen. Dick Durbin and Sen. Chuck Schumer resisted immediate concessions, the union’s stance intensified pressure amid growing hardships for federal workers, military members, and benefit recipients. Some Democrats, such as Sen. Mark Warner, signaled caution … Continue reading Democrats face moment of truth as shutdown coalition frays