Sen. Markwayne Mullin, President Trump’s nominee for DHS Secretary, faced a tense confirmation hearing amid questions about his past comments, aggressive behavior, and classified foreign travel as a House member. Senators Rand Paul and Gary Peters pressed Mullin for details on “classified” trips and criticized his past remarks suggesting he understood or condoned violence against political opponents. Mullin defended his record, saying he had nothing … Continue reading Trump’s DHS pick Markwayne Mullin gets grilled on ‘anger issues’ and foreign travel

Donald Trump’s National Counterterrorism Center director, Joe Kent, resigned over the Iran war, accusing Israel of pressuring the U.S. into a conflict built on lies and claiming he could not support the war in good conscience. Kent had privately confided in his ally, Vice President JD Vance, and Tulsi Gabbard before submitting his resignation, highlighting a rift between the non-interventionist Gabbard-Vance faction and hawkish Republicans … Continue reading JD Vance at center of Iran war rupture after closed-door meeting with spy boss

President Donald Trump said Sunday he is not ready to declare victory over Iran, despite claiming the U.S. has inflicted severe military and economic damage. Speaking to The Hill on Air Force One, he said Iran is “decimated” and would take “10 years and more” to rebuild if U.S. forces withdrew, but he stopped short of calling the conflict won. Trump did not clarify whether … Continue reading Trump says he’s not ready to declare victory in Iran

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has shown improved kidney function but remains in intensive care for pneumonia at DF Star Hospital in Brasilia, doctors said Sunday. The 70-year-old, who is serving a 27-year prison sentence for leading a 2023 coup attempt, has been given additional antibiotics since Saturday. Bolsonaro was transferred to the hospital from prison after showing high fever, chills, and elevated inflammatory markers. … Continue reading Bolsonaro’s kidney function improves but he remains in intensive care

A year ago, Vice President JD Vance appeared poised to succeed President Donald Trump as the MAGA heir for 2028, enjoying strong Republican support and backing from Trump’s family. While Vance remains well-positioned, Secretary of State Marco Rubio has risen in prominence, particularly due to his role in the war with Iran. Trump and some of his closest allies have praised Rubio’s popularity and effectiveness, … Continue reading Republican donors plot shadow ‘draft Rubio’ ’28 effort as his star rises

White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles has been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer but will continue working while undergoing treatment, President Donald Trump said Monday. Trump described her prognosis as “excellent” and praised her commitment to staying “virtually full time at the White House.” Wiles appeared alongside Trump later Monday at a meeting of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts board, … Continue reading White House chief of staff Susie Wiles diagnosed with ‘early stage breast cancer’

Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has reportedly urged U.S. President Donald Trump to “keep hitting the Iranians hard,” echoing the late King Abdullah’s previous advice to “cut off the head of the snake.” Bin Salman and UAE President Mohammed bin Zayed met on Monday to discuss the escalating regional tensions with Iran. They condemned Iran’s attacks on Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries as a … Continue reading Mohammed bin Salman urges Trump to ‘keep hitting Iran hard’

The United States Senate passed a bipartisan housing bill 89–10 aimed at making homes more affordable and accessible across the U.S. The legislation, led by Elizabeth Warren and Tim Scott, seeks to reduce regulations, expand funding for affordable housing, and limit large corporate investors from buying single-family homes. It would also give local governments more control over housing policies and make it easier to build … Continue reading Senate passes bill aimed at making US housing more accessible and affordable

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu claimed Israel is “stronger than ever” as it continues military operations against Iran, citing the deaths of top Iranian nuclear scientists and damage to IRGC and Basij forces. He stated the attacks, ongoing since February 28, prevented Iran from moving its nuclear and ballistic programs underground, while praising Iranian protesters and echoing U.S. calls for regime change. Netanyahu also said … Continue reading Netanyahu says Israel ‘stronger than ever’ in first speech since Iran war

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced an additional $32 billion CAD (US$24 billion) in funding to strengthen military presence and infrastructure in the Arctic, including forward operating locations in Yellowknife, Inuvik, Iqaluit, and Goose Bay. The plan includes $2.7 billion CAD (US$1.9 billion) for four new remote hubs to enable rapid deployment and support for roads and ports, such as the Mackenzie Valley Highway linking … Continue reading Carney announces billions for defense and infrastructure in Canada’s North

Ukraine is awaiting U.S. approval for a major drone production and air defense deal, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said, aiming to counter large swarms of Iranian-designed Shahed drones. The agreement would integrate various drones and defense systems into a coordinated network, bolstering Kyiv’s ability to fend off Russian attacks. Russia has fired tens of thousands of Shahed drones at Ukraine since the invasion began, while Iran … Continue reading Zelenskyy says Ukraine awaits White House sign-off on US drone production deal

Donald Trump criticized Senate Republican leader John Thune for not forcing a vote on the Save America Act, a bill that would impose strict new voting rules amid the midterms. Trump has pressured Congress, insisting he will not sign other legislation until the bill reaches his desk, while Thune says the Senate lacks the 60 votes needed to overcome a filibuster. The bill, passed by … Continue reading Trump hits back at Republican Senate majority leader over Save America act

Donald Trump visited Kentucky on Wednesday, speaking at Verst Logistics, a contract packaging facility in Hebron. He addressed topics including U.S. military action in Iran, the coal industry, and the economy, while meeting local business owners from Kentucky and Ohio to discuss economic issues and prescription drug prices. During the visit, Trump criticized Thomas Massie and compared him unfavorably to Rand Paul. Trump endorsed Ed … Continue reading Trump visits Kentucky, criticizes Massie and Paul, endorses Gallrein

John Fetterman said he supports the assassination of Iran’s newly named supreme leader, Mojtaba Hosseini Khamenei, following the death of his father, Ali Khamenei. Fetterman made the comments on NewsNation, arguing that removing Iran’s top leadership would limit the suffering caused by the country’s militant regime. He suggested that Israel should eliminate Mojtaba Khamenei if he survives any injuries from ongoing attacks. The remarks came … Continue reading Fetterman says Iran’s new supreme leader should be killed

The special election to replace former Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene is headed to a runoff after no candidate won a majority. Republican Clay Fuller, endorsed by former President Donald Trump, will face Democrat Shawn Harris on 7 April for Georgia’s 14th congressional district. Fuller’s campaign echoes Trump’s priorities, including tough-on-crime policies and stricter immigration enforcement, while Harris emphasizes bipartisanship and local service. Greene’s controversial … Continue reading Georgia race to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene heads to a runoff

José Antonio Kast was sworn in as Chile’s president, marking the country’s most significant shift to the right since democracy returned in 1990. The ceremony in Valparaíso was attended by international leaders, including Argentina’s Javier Milei, Spain’s King Felipe VI, and U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau. Kast, a Trump-inspired conservative, won the 2025 election in a landslide over communist candidate Jeannette Jara, campaigning … Continue reading Kast takes office in Chile

Iran’s new supreme leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, was injured in a 28 February attack that killed six of his family members, including his father, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, according to Tehran’s ambassador to Cyprus. Mojtaba sustained injuries to his legs and arms and has remained out of public view, partly due to security concerns over potential US or Israeli assassination attempts. The attack coincided with the start … Continue reading Mojtaba Khamenei was hurt in strike that killed his father, Iran’s Cyprus ambassador confirms

The UK Parliament has voted to remove hereditary aristocrats from the unelected House of Lords, ending centuries of tradition. The reform will oust dozens of dukes, earls, and viscounts who inherited seats, though some may stay by being converted into life peers. Government ministers hailed the change as a move toward meritocracy and a more democratic system. The House of Lords, long criticized for being … Continue reading Britain is ejecting hereditary nobles from Parliament after 700 years

President Donald Trump said the war with Iran will end “soon,” claiming U.S. forces have exceeded expectations in damaging Iranian targets. He noted that joint strikes with Israel targeted Iran over missile concerns, resulting in seven U.S. casualties and multiple injuries. The Pentagon reportedly spent $6.5 billion on munitions in the first two days, and gas prices have risen from $2.9 to $3.6 per gallon. … Continue reading Trump says war with Iran will end ‘soon’ as gas prices increase

Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) said the Republican Party has “lost the debate” on immigration, criticizing the way DHS handled deportations under Kristi Noem. Tillis argued that while the U.S. should focus on deporting illegal immigrants, resources should target the most dangerous individuals first. He specifically cited incidents in Minneapolis where federal officers fatally shot U.S. citizens Renee Good and Alex Pretti, saying the approach under … Continue reading Tillis claims Republicans have ‘lost the debate’ on immigration

China’s top diplomat, Wang Yi, emphasized the importance of continued engagement with the United States and signaled that preparations are underway for a planned summit between President Xi Jinping and U.S. President Donald Trump later this month. He said high‑level exchanges are “already on the table” and urged both sides to prepare thoroughly, manage differences, and avoid actions that could lead to misunderstanding or confrontation. … Continue reading China says ‘thorough preparations’ needed as Trump-Xi meeting hangs in the balance

President Trump said rising oil prices are “a very small price to pay” for global safety and peace amid the U.S. conflict with Iran. He argued that prices will drop once the threat from Iran’s nuclear program is eliminated. The conflict has driven up U.S. gasoline costs, with the national average rising 14% over the past week. Iran has effectively blocked the Strait of Hormuz, … Continue reading Trump says rising oil prices ‘a very small price to pay’ for ‘safety and peace’

Nepal’s National Independent Party (Rastriya Swatantra), led by rapper-turned-politician Balendra Shah, is set for a landslide victory in the country’s first parliamentary election since youth-led protests ousted the long-ruling leadership. Early results show the party winning 103 of 165 directly elected seats and leading in 21 more, while also capturing about 51% of the proportional representation vote. The victory unseats Nepal’s historically dominant parties, the … Continue reading A new Nepali party, led by an ex-rapper, is set for a landslide win in parliamentary election

Iran has named Mojtaba Khamenei, son of the late Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, as its new Supreme Leader. The appointment gives him control over the Revolutionary Guard and other hardline groups, ensuring continued hardline rule in Iran. The Revolutionary Guard and Hezbollah have expressed support for the younger Khamenei, calling him the “Leader of the blessed Islamic revolution.” U.S. President Donald Trump has publicly rejected the … Continue reading Iran names Ayatollah Khamenei’s son, Mojtaba, as new supreme leader

Thousands gathered in Chicago on March 6 to celebrate the life of civil rights icon Rev. Jesse Jackson, who died Feb. 17 at age 84. Jackson, a longtime advocate for social justice, worked alongside Martin Luther King Jr., led Operation Breadbasket, and founded the Rainbow PUSH Coalition. Attendees included former presidents Joe Biden, Barack Obama, Bill Clinton, and first ladies, with performances by Jennifer Hudson … Continue reading Former presidents, mourners are gathering to honor Rev. Jesse Jackson