The Senate confirmed retired Lt. Gen. Dan “Razin” Caine as the new chair of the Joint Chiefs early Friday in a 60-25 vote, just weeks after President Trump fired Gen. C.Q. Brown. Caine, who retired last year, becomes the first chair without four-star rank, prompting the Senate to return him to active duty and promote him. His confirmation faced Democratic opposition over the firings of … Continue reading Senate confirms ‘Razin’ Caine to lead Joint Chiefs

Prince Harry made a surprise visit to Ukraine on Thursday, touring a rehabilitation clinic in Lviv that treats soldiers wounded in the war with Russia. Accompanied by the Invictus Games Foundation, which he founded, Harry met with patients and medical staff at the Superhumans Centre, which offers free prosthetics, surgery, and psychological care. He also met Ukraine’s veteran affairs minister, CBS News has reported. The … Continue reading Prince Harry makes surprise visit to Ukraine to meet war victims

Chinese leader Xi Jinping broke his silence on the escalating trade war with the U.S., saying China is “not afraid” and will stand firm against U.S. “bullying.” This follows Beijing’s latest move to raise tariffs on U.S. goods to 125%, in response to Trump increasing tariffs on China to 145%. Xi emphasized self-reliance and warned that trade wars have no winners. Despite refusing further tariff … Continue reading Xi says China ‘not afraid’ as Beijing raises tariffs on US goods to 125%

Turkey and Israel held technical talks in Azerbaijan to prevent conflict between their forces in Syria, focusing on creating a de-escalation mechanism. Tensions have risen since the fall of Syria’s President Assad, with both countries pursuing separate interests in the region. Israel is concerned about Turkey’s growing military presence and influence, while Turkey supports Syria’s new leadership and continues operations against ISIS. Despite strained ties … Continue reading Turkey and Israel hold talks to avoid accidental conflict in Syria

The U.S. and Iran are set to begin high-stakes talks in Oman on Saturday, aiming to reach a new nuclear deal amid rising tensions. President Trump has warned of possible military action if a deal isn’t made, while Iran has cautioned that any attack would trigger a wider Middle East conflict. Although the talks will be indirect, they mark the most significant engagement in years, … Continue reading US and Iran to begin critical nuclear talks as Trump threatens war

The Trump administration announced that foreign aid programs, mistakenly cut earlier, would be restored. State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce confirmed the rollback of cuts to programs in several countries. The World Food Programme (WFP) had warned that suspending food assistance could lead to starvation in war-torn regions. As the U.S. is the largest donor to the WFP, funding for programs in Somalia, Syria, Lebanon, and … Continue reading Trump restoring some foreign aid programs

Germany’s conservatives, led by Friedrich Merz, have reached a coalition deal with the Social Democrats to form a government, following the collapse of the previous administration five months ago. Merz, set to become chancellor, promised to reform Germany with a focus on migration, the economy, and defense. The new government plans to address economic challenges, increase defense spending, and reduce irregular migration. Despite facing pressure … Continue reading Germany is back, says Merz, after sealing government deal

The U.S.-China tariff conflict escalated as President Trump announced a 125% tariff on Chinese goods, citing Beijing’s “lack of respect” for America, while pausing reciprocal tariffs on other countries. Trump claimed over 75 countries have called to negotiate trade issues, but emphasized China’s opposition. This follows China raising its tariff on U.S. goods from 34% to 84%, in response to Trump’s 104% tariff on Chinese … Continue reading Trump says he’s raising China tariffs further, pausing reciprocal tariffs for others

Prince Harry returned to London for a two-day court hearing over the security he lost in 2020 after stepping down as a senior royal. He is appealing a High Court ruling, which has deepened tensions with his father, King Charles. Sources claim Harry and Charles did not meet before the king’s departure for Italy, citing ongoing strained relations. Harry has been fighting for government-funded security, … Continue reading Prince Harry and King Charles dodge each other ahead of court appeal over security

China announced a new 84% tariff on U.S. imports in retaliation for President Trump’s increased tariffs on Chinese goods, which had already reached up to 125%. This follows heightened tensions from the ongoing trade war, with China expressing firm opposition to U.S. actions, calling them “reckless” and “bullying.” The tariffs will take effect on April 10, further escalating global market uncertainty. While Trump remains committed … Continue reading China calls on world to unite against ‘Trump tyranny’

Speaker Mike Johnson is facing a tough battle this week as he tries to rally House Republicans behind a Senate-passed budget resolution that advances Trump’s agenda of tax cuts, border funding, and energy policy. Several conservatives, including members of the House Budget Committee, have already vowed to oppose the measure, criticizing it as weak on spending cuts and full of budget gimmicks. The Senate plan … Continue reading Johnson faces fraught week as House takes up Trump budget blueprint

The EU has offered the U.S. a “zero-for-zero” tariff deal on industrial goods to avoid a trade war, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen announced Monday. The offer comes in response to former President Trump’s new 20% tariffs on the EU and other partners, sparking global market turmoil. The proposed deal would eliminate tariffs on items like cars and chemicals. While von der Leyen … Continue reading EU offers Trump removal of all industrial tariffs

The International Criminal Court (ICC) sent a confidential request to Hungary to arrest and surrender Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his visit last week, following a 2024 arrest warrant for alleged war crimes in Gaza. Hungary refused and soon after announced its withdrawal from the ICC. The charges, approved by the court in November 2024, accuse Netanyahu of targeting civilians and using starvation as … Continue reading ICC sent Hungary a request to arrest and surrender Netanyahu hours after his arrival

Turkey’s main opposition party, the Republican People’s Party (CHP), reelected its chairman, Ozgur Ozel, on Sunday, two weeks after the arrest of Istanbul’s opposition Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu. Imamoglu, who had become the main rival to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, was arrested on corruption charges, sparking widespread protests. The opposition claims the charges are politically motivated, while the government insists on judicial independence. While in prison, … Continue reading Turkish opposition party reelects chairman following arrest of Istanbul mayor

Australia’s opposition leader, Peter Dutton, withdrew two key election promises on Monday. The Liberal Party dropped its plan to require public servants to work in offices five days a week, except in exceptional circumstances, and abandoned a proposal to cut over 41,000 federal public sector jobs through forced redundancies. Instead, job reductions will be achieved through natural attrition and an employment freeze. Dutton admitted the … Continue reading Australian conservatives withdraw campaign pledge to stop remote work for public employees

Denmark’s Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen is concluding a three-day visit to Greenland, where she responded to U.S. President Trump’s desire for control of the strategically important island. Frederiksen firmly rejected the idea, stating, “you cannot annex another country,” even for security reasons. She defended Denmark’s investments in the Arctic and its role as a reliable NATO ally, emphasizing that the U.S. should work together with … Continue reading Trump ‘cannot annex another country’ says Danish leader as she visits Greenland

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is scheduled to visit the White House on Monday to meet with President Trump. This will make him the first foreign leader to meet Trump in person to negotiate the removal of tariffs. The leaders are also expected to discuss the Iran nuclear crisis and the war in Gaza. Netanyahu’s visit is contingent on getting approval from judges in his … Continue reading Netanyahu planning to visit White House Monday

Senate Republicans approved a multitrillion-dollar tax and spending cut framework early Saturday, despite opposition from two Republicans, Susan Collins and Rand Paul. The vote paves the way for a tax cut bill, which President Trump has called central to his agenda. The package includes tax cuts that Republicans argue will prevent tax hikes for most Americans, but Democrats accuse it of benefiting the wealthy while … Continue reading Senate GOP approves framework for Trump’s tax breaks and spending cuts

Barack Obama urged U.S. citizens, colleges, and law firms to resist Donald Trump’s political agenda, warning that Americans may need to sacrifice for democratic values. Speaking at Hamilton College, Obama criticized the Trump administration’s actions against universities that support free speech, particularly regarding Palestinian rights and antisemitism. He emphasized the importance of defending academic freedom and standing up against government intimidation. Obama also raised concerns … Continue reading Obama calls on citizens, colleges and law firms to resist Trump agenda

U.S. President Donald Trump expressed support for French far-right leader Marine Le Pen after a Paris court convicted her and other members of her National Rally party of embezzling EU funds. Le Pen was handed a five-year ban on running for office, potentially barring her from the 2027 presidential election unless she successfully appeals. Trump criticized the case, calling it a “Witch Hunt” and likening … Continue reading Trump says France should ‘free’ Marine Le Pen as he offers support to far-right leader

Federal Judge James Boasberg is facing intense criticism from Donald Trump and his allies over his rulings in multiple lawsuits involving the Trump administration. Boasberg, a former FISA Court judge and current chief judge of the D.C. District Court, has been accused of judicial bias, particularly after halting Trump’s deportation orders. Trump has repeatedly called for Boasberg’s impeachment, claiming he obstructs law and order. Chief … Continue reading Trump allies scrutinize Judge Boasberg’s DC connections as high-stakes legal battles escalate

A new book by reporters Jonathan Allen and Amie Parnes reveals that Democrats privately worried about Joe Biden’s cognitive decline ahead of his June debate with Donald Trump, despite publicly defending his fitness for office. The book, FIGHT: Inside the Wildest Battle for the White House, details efforts by Biden’s team to conceal signs of aging, including daily makeup sessions and canceled briefings. It also recounts … Continue reading Democrats fretted behind the scenes about Biden’s decline despite public confidence, new book claims

Rep. Pramila Jayapal (D-WA) told MSNBC’s The Rachel Maddow Show that she is training Americans to counter a potential Trump “dictatorship” through her resistance lab initiative. The program educates participants on democratic backsliding, drawing lessons from global movements against authoritarianism. Jayapal emphasized targeting the structural pillars that sustain power rather than just opposing a leader, aiming to mobilize passive opponents into active supporters of democracy, Breitbart News … Continue reading Jayapal: We’re Training Americans to Take Down Potential Trump Dictatorship

Sen. Cory Booker has spent over 16 hours delivering a marathon speech on the Senate floor, protesting the Trump administration’s policies and highlighting issues such as healthcare, Social Security, immigration, and democracy. Speaking to a growing online audience, Booker criticized President Trump and White House adviser Elon Musk, arguing their policies harm everyday Americans. His speech follows Democratic divisions over a recent Trump-backed spending bill, … Continue reading Cory Booker’s anti-Trump speech on the Senate floor goes on for hours

Republicans are facing growing concerns over Elon Musk’s political influence as they head into key elections. With backlash mounting over Musk’s role in federal spending cuts and his unpopularity among independents, some GOP lawmakers are calling for the party to distance itself from him. Meanwhile, Democrats are energized, seeing recent wins in Pennsylvania, Louisiana, and Wisconsin as signs of momentum. Special elections in Florida, including … Continue reading Democrats in Special Elections Target Trump’s DOGE Chief