The House narrowly approved a stopgap measure to keep the government funded through September, passing the bill 217-213. The legislation increases defense and veterans’ healthcare spending while reducing non-defense funding and adding more resources for Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The bill now heads to the Senate, where it requires Democratic support for passage. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries criticized the measure as a partisan bill, … Continue reading House Passes GOP Measure to Avert Government Shutdown

Portuguese Prime Minister Luís Montenegro’s government lost a vote of confidence, likely leading to Portugal’s third general election in three years. The vote, 142 to 88, toppled his right-wing minority government. Montenegro’s business dealings, particularly with his company Spinumviva, sparked an opposition inquiry. The company continued receiving payments from clients, including a casino group under review for its gambling concession, raising questions about its income … Continue reading Portugal elections loom as PM loses confidence vote

The European Union announced a plan to deport more migrants by creating “return hubs” in third countries, aiming to enforce deportation orders across member states. Currently, only 20% of those ordered to leave Europe do so. The plan would allow EU countries to send rejected asylum seekers to these hubs, which would act as deportation centers in non-EU nations, until they can be returned to … Continue reading EU plans to deport more migrants, create ‘return hubs’

EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas reaffirmed the EU’s commitment to supporting Ukraine against Russia’s invasion and increasing humanitarian aid during a speech at the U.N. Security Council. Her remarks, which were aimed at the Trump administration’s past actions, emphasized the EU’s dedication to upholding the U.N. Charter and defending Ukraine’s sovereignty. Kallas criticized the U.S. for cutting foreign aid and dismantling its aid agency, … Continue reading EU’s top diplomat pledges unified support for Ukraine and global humanitarian aid

Romania’s Constitutional Court has blocked far-right candidate Călin Georgescu from running in the May presidential election rerun, despite protests from him and his supporters. Georgescu’s candidacy was rejected by the Central Electoral Bureau after allegations of campaign violations and undeclared financing, including the use of digital technologies. Georgescu appealed, but the court upheld the decision, prompting protests outside the court. Georgescu criticized the decision, accusing … Continue reading Romania’s top court rejects Georgescu’s appeal, bars him from running for president

Former Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell, along with Senators Ted Budd and Rand Paul, voted against President Trump’s nominee, Lori Chavez-DeRemer, to head the Labor Department. McConnell criticized Chavez-DeRemer for supporting policies that he believes force Americans into union membership. He emphasized the importance of personal choice in union membership, citing Kentucky’s “right-to-work” law. Despite the opposition, Chavez-DeRemer was confirmed by the Senate with a … Continue reading McConnell criticizes and votes no on Trump Labor pick

Elon Musk called Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly a “traitor” after Kelly posted about his recent trip to Ukraine. Kelly, who has visited Ukraine three times since 2023, emphasized the importance of defending Ukraine’s security. Musk’s comment led Kelly to respond, defending his commitment to American values and criticizing Musk for prioritizing billionaires over the American people. Kelly also highlighted the urgency of providing Ukraine with … Continue reading Musk calls Sen. Kelly a ‘traitor’ over trip to Ukraine

The Trump administration canceled 83% of U.S. foreign aid contracts, totaling 5,200 out of 6,200 contracts. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that these contracts, which amounted to billions of dollars, did not serve the U.S.’s core national interests and sometimes even harmed them. The remaining 1,000 contracts will be managed by the State Department, which recently absorbed USAID, NPR has reported. Rubio also thanked … Continue reading Rubio announces that 83% of USAID contracts will be canceled

Greenland’s national election this week will determine 31 members of its parliament, with the possibility of a future referendum on the territory’s control looming. While independence is not on the ballot, U.S. President Trump’s interest in acquiring Greenland is influencing the vote. Trump has emphasized the island’s strategic importance for national and international security, even suggesting the U.S. will acquire it “one way or another.” … Continue reading Greenland votes amid Trump invitation to join US

Mark Carney has been elected leader of Canada’s Liberal Party, taking over from Justin Trudeau in a race to lead the party into upcoming federal elections. While Carney steps in immediately, Trudeau will remain prime minister during a transitional period. Carney faces tough competition from the Conservative Party, currently leading in the polls. One key challenge will be managing deteriorating relations with the US, particularly … Continue reading Canada’s Liberal Party chooses Mark Carney to succeed Justin Trudeau

A report by the Heritage Foundation’s Oversight Project claims that most of President Biden’s official documents were signed using the same autopen signature, raising concerns about his mental acuity and whether he personally ordered the signing of key legal documents. The project shared examples of executive orders with the same signature, except for Biden’s announcement of dropping out of the 2024 race, which showed a … Continue reading Biden’s ‘autopen signature’ appears on most official docs, raising concerns over who controlled the WH

House Republicans introduced a stopgap measure on Saturday to fund the government through September and prevent a shutdown. The 99-page bill includes increased defense spending, additional funding for veterans’ healthcare, and reduced non-defense spending. Despite support from President Trump, the bill faces opposition from Democrats, who criticize cuts to healthcare and benefits. Some Republicans are also hesitant, and House Speaker Mike Johnson is working to … Continue reading House unveils stopgap measure to keep the government funded

Impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was released from prison on Saturday, intensifying political divisions in the country. Yoon, facing insurrection charges for his failed attempt to declare martial law in December, was released after a court ruled his detention was unjust. His conservative supporters rallied around him, with some even adopting Trump-like slogans and symbols.  Yoon, who remains suspended from office, still faces … Continue reading Detained South Korean president is freed to cheers and jeers as he faces insurrection trial

Romania’s central election authority barred far-right candidate Calin Georgescu from running in May’s presidential election re-run. His candidacy, submitted last Friday, was rejected due to allegations of Russian interference, which led to the annulment of the previous ballot. Supporters gathered outside the election bureau in protest. Georgescu, under criminal investigation for multiple charges, including fascist ties and spreading false campaign information, denied the accusations, CNN … Continue reading Romanian right-wing candidate barred from presidential vote

House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) discussed Ukrainian President Zelensky’s shift on a U.S.-Ukraine minerals deal, which was not signed after a tense meeting in February. Johnson expressed gratitude that Zelensky had apologized and said he now wanted the deal. The agreement, aimed at helping Ukraine’s economy and regaining some U.S. aid, was initially stalled due to disagreements over peace talks with Russia. Despite the heated … Continue reading Johnson says Zelensky has done ‘about-face’ on mineral deal

A federal judge has ordered the Trump administration to pay several nonprofit organizations affected by the freeze on foreign aid and the shutdown of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). The government has until Monday to release funds to at least nine groups, including the Global Health Council and the AIDS Vaccine Advocacy Coalition. While a full $2 billion in aid was previously estimated, … Continue reading Trump administration must pay debts to USAID partners by Monday, judge rules

President Trump announced Thursday that most goods covered under the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) will be exempt from his 25% tariffs for the next month. The tariffs, which took effect earlier this week, will be reinstated on April 2. Trump imposed the tariffs on Canada and Mexico to combat fentanyl trafficking and lower border crossings. While some, like Dan Greenhouse, see it as a useful tool, … Continue reading Trump to put tariff exemptions on certain goods from Canada, Mexico

Rep. Al Green, D-Texas, was removed from the House chamber during President Trump’s joint address to Congress after disrupting the speech. Green, a long-time critic of Trump, stood and shook his cane at the president, prompting cheers and boos from other lawmakers. The disruption led House Speaker Mike Johnson to call for decorum, and Green was escorted out. Outside, Green explained his protest was due … Continue reading Democratic Rep. Al Green removed after disrupting Trump’s speech

Michigan Sen. Elissa Slotkin criticized President Donald Trump in her Democratic response to his first joint congressional address of his second term. She accused Trump of worsening the economy with tariffs and pushing for a “giveaway to his billionaire friends.” Slotkin, a first-term senator, warned that Trump’s economic policies could lead to a recession, citing rising national debt and inflation. She also expressed concern about … Continue reading Elissa Slotkin assails Trump’s early actions in Democrat rebuttal

The Speaker of New Zealand’s Parliament, Gerry Brownlee, ruled that complaints about using the Māori name Aotearoa in Parliament would not be considered. The controversy began when lawmaker Ricardo Menéndez March used the term, which means “land of the long white cloud” in Māori, prompting objections from Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters. Peters argued that such changes should require a referendum. Brownlee, however, stated that … Continue reading New Zealand lawmakers told to stop complaining about use of the country’s Māori name in Parliament

Opposition MPs in Serbia’s parliament caused chaos on Tuesday, setting off flares and gas bombs in an attempt to block last-minute laws proposed by the outgoing government. The smoke-filled session led to fights between lawmakers, injuring two, and the speaker of parliament, Ana Brnabić, accused the opposition of attempting to disrupt the institution’s work. Outside, citizens threw raw eggs at the parliament building. The unrest … Continue reading Serbian parliament erupts into chaos as opposition hurl smoke bombs and flares

In a speech to Congress, President Donald Trump declared that his administration would guide America into its “greatest era” by focusing on reducing inflation, tackling drug cartels, and securing the U.S. southern border. He highlighted the arrest of a terrorist responsible for the deaths of 13 U.S. troops in Afghanistan and announced that Ukraine was ready to sign a rare-earth minerals deal and resume peace … Continue reading Trump promises ‘this will be our greatest era’ in joint address to Congress

Senate Democrats unanimously voted to block the Republican-led “Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act,” which sought to ban transgender athletes from competing in women’s sports at federally funded schools. The bill, introduced by Sen. Tommy Tuberville, failed to meet the 60 votes needed to advance, with a 51-45 vote. While Republicans framed it as a fairness issue, Democrats dismissed it as a political … Continue reading Senate Democrats block GOP-led bill to ban transgender athletes from women’s sports

King Charles, aware of his global diplomatic role, met Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at Sandringham on Monday, following his meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. A royal source emphasized the king’s commitment to his responsibilities as a global statesman, engaging in sensitive diplomatic efforts amid rising tensions in Europe. While remaining politically neutral, Charles offers symbolic gestures and advice to leaders. Discussions with Trudeau … Continue reading King Charles ‘determined to play part’ in diplomacy as he welcomes Trudeau

Austria’s first three-party government since World War II took office on Monday, ending the country’s longest wait for a ruling coalition. The new government, formed by the conservative People’s Party (OVP), Social Democrats (SPO), and liberals Neos, excludes the far-right Freedom Party (FPO), which won the September election but failed to form a coalition. Chancellor Christian Stocker’s government faces challenges, including recession recovery, spending cuts, … Continue reading Austria’s three-party government takes office, shutting out far right