President-elect Donald Trump announced he will nominate Republican Rep. Matt Gaetz of Florida as U.S. Attorney General. Gaetz, 42, has resigned from Congress, with the resignation taking effect upon floor announcement. Trump praised Gaetz for his focus on reforming the Department of Justice. Gaetz, a vocal Trump loyalist, has faced past investigations, including a DOJ sex-trafficking probe, but was not charged. His nomination is seen … Continue reading Trump picks Rep. Matt Gaetz as attorney general

President-elect Trump announced Wednesday that former Hawaii Rep. Tulsi Gabbard will serve as his Director of National Intelligence, a surprising move given her past criticism of U.S. intelligence, particularly regarding Russia and Ukraine. Gabbard, a former Democrat who became a Republican this year, has been accused of promoting Russian narratives, including claims about U.S. involvement in Ukrainian biological weapons. Despite this, Trump praised her as … Continue reading Trump taps Gabbard for director of national intelligence

John Thune was elected majority leader of a Republican-controlled Senate on Wednesday, succeeding Mitch McConnell. Known for his friendly, traditional Midwestern persona, Thune won a tight race against Senators John Cornyn and Rick Scott, with Trump allies backing Scott. Thune’s victory came after hours of private questioning from his colleagues about how he would handle Trump’s agenda. He promised to support Trump’s Cabinet nominees and … Continue reading Thune elected Senate Majority Leader

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem to serve as the next secretary of the Department of Homeland Security. Trump highlighted Noem’s strong stance on border security, noting she was the first governor to send National Guard troops to assist Texas in addressing the border crisis. Noem, who is serving her second term as governor, gained national recognition for her refusal to … Continue reading Trump selects South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem to run Department of Homeland Security

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated John Ratcliffe, former congressman from Texas and former director of national intelligence, to serve as CIA director. Trump praised Ratcliffe for his commitment to national security and protecting constitutional rights. Ratcliffe, who faced controversy during his first nomination for director of national intelligence, is expected to be confirmed by the Republican-controlled Senate. While he has been seen as more supportive … Continue reading Trump picks former Director of National Intelligence John Ratcliffe to lead the CIA

President-elect Donald Trump has named Pete Hegseth, a Fox News host and Army veteran, as his choice for secretary of defense. In a statement, Trump praised Hegseth as “tough, smart, and a true believer in America First,” adding that under his leadership, the military would be “great again” and America would “never back down.” Hegseth, who served in Afghanistan and Iraq, has also been an … Continue reading Trump picks Army veteran Pete Hegseth to serve as secretary of defense

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte urged Western allies to provide Ukraine with more support to change the course of its war with Russia. Speaking before a meeting with French President Emmanuel Macron, Rutte stressed the need to raise the cost for Russian President Putin and his allies by giving Ukraine the necessary aid. He expressed concern over Russia’s growing ties with China, Iran, and North Korea, … Continue reading NATO’s Rutte calls for more Western support for Ukraine, warns of Russian alliances

Germany is set to hold a federal election on February 23, 2024, earlier than initially proposed by Chancellor Olaf Scholz after his ruling coalition collapsed last week. Scholz had previously suggested a March election, contingent on a confidence vote in January. However, the vote is now scheduled for December 16. If the Bundestag votes to dismiss Scholz, the president will dissolve parliament, triggering the election. … Continue reading Germany sets early election date for February after collapse of the ruling coalition

Tom Homan, incoming “border czar” under President-elect Trump, announced plans to increase workplace raids as part of an immigration crackdown, targeting labor and sex trafficking. Homan argued that trafficking victims are often found at worksites, but critics, including Heidi Altman from the National Immigration Law Center, argue that this approach conflates traffickers with the victims. Homan also stated that deportation priorities would focus on individuals … Continue reading Trump ‘border czar’ says administration will conduct workplace immigration raids

President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Rep. Elise Stefanik, a New York Republican and House Republican Conference chair, to serve as U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations in his second term. Stefanik, 40, is a staunch defender of Israel and has been outspoken on issues like antisemitism and the defunding of the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees. Her appointment marks Trump’s first … Continue reading Trump chooses Rep. Elise Stefanik to serve as U.S. ambassador to the United Nations

Keir Starmer became the first British prime minister since WWII to attend Armistice commemorations in France, joining French President Emmanuel Macron and veterans in Paris to honor World War I casualties. The visit reflects closer UK-France ties, with Starmer aiming to strengthen relations with Europe post-Brexit. Ahead of the event, Starmer and Macron discussed Ukraine, European security, and the situation in Gaza, reaffirming their commitment … Continue reading Keir Starmer attends Paris Armistice ceremony, as UK and France forge closer links ahead of Trump presidency

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz may hold a confidence vote on his leadership before Christmas, potentially leading to early elections. Following the collapse of his coalition, Scholz had initially planned a vote in January, with elections in March. However, pressure from politicians within his own coalition, including Green lawmakers Anton Hofreiter and Irene Mihalic, as well as opposition leader Friedrich Merz, has called for the vote … Continue reading Germany may hold election sooner than planned, Scholz says

Rep. Mike Waltz, R-Fla., has been offered the position of national security advisor in a potential Trump administration, confirmed by a source to Fox News Digital. Waltz, a retired Green Beret and former policy adviser to Defense Secretaries Rumsfeld and Gates, has been a key supporter of Trump during the 2024 campaign. Although Waltz represents a safe red district in Florida, his move to the … Continue reading Rep. Mike Waltz tapped to be Trump’s national security advisor

President-elect Donald Trump announced Saturday that he would not invite former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley to join his cabinet for his second term. In a Truth Social post, Trump expressed gratitude for their past service but highlighted the importance of loyalty in his administration. Haley, who ran against Trump in 2024, did not campaign with him, while Pompeo, who … Continue reading Trump rejects Pompeo, Haley for Cabinet

After President-elect Donald Trump was declared the winner of the 2024 election, both Republicans and some Democrats raised doubts about the vote count. Republicans pointed to a sharp drop in Democratic votes compared to 2020 as evidence of fraud, while some left-leaning voices suggested millions of votes were “missing,” despite reassurances from federal agencies about the election’s security. Both sides used social media to spread … Continue reading Drop-Off in Dem Votes Ignites Conspiracy Theories on Left and Right

U.S. military leaders are informally discussing how to respond if President-elect Donald Trump orders active-duty troops to handle civilians or aid in his mass deportation plans. Trump had previously suggested using the military to quell protests and target what he called “enemies from within,” including political critics like Nancy Pelosi and Adam Schiff. There is concern that such orders could be unlawful, with military leaders … Continue reading US Military Leaders Strategize On How To Respond To Orders From Trump

Despite calls from some liberal activists for Justice Sonia Sotomayor to retire before Democrats lose the opportunity to fill her seat, sources close to her say she has no plans to step down. At 70, Sotomayor remains a key member of the court’s liberal minority, often dissenting against the conservative majority. While some have suggested her retirement could benefit the liberal cause, Sotomayor is focused … Continue reading Sotomayor Staying on Supreme Court

Rep. Jared Moskowitz (D-FL) revealed that a convicted felon was arrested near his Florida home on Monday, found with a rifle, suppressor, body armor, and a manifesto containing antisemitic rhetoric and a list of targets, including Moskowitz. The congressman expressed concern for his family’s safety, noting that serving his constituents has put them in danger. Moskowitz, elected in 2022 and reelected this week, shared the … Continue reading House Democrat Targeted in Apparent Assassination Plot

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol apologized for controversies surrounding his wife, Kim Keon Hee, including allegations of accepting a luxury Dior handbag and stock manipulation. Yoon admitted that Kim should have behaved better but argued that her portrayal had been exaggerated. He announced plans to create an office to oversee her official duties but rejected calls for an investigation. The apology comes as Yoon … Continue reading South Korean president sorry for controversies surrounding wife

After Donald Trump secured his victory over Vice President Kamala Harris, global leaders, including Chinese President Xi Jinping, French President Emmanuel Macron, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and others, quickly reached out to congratulate him. Xi emphasized the importance of stable U.S.-China relations, while Macron discussed cooperation on international crises like Ukraine and the Middle East. Netanyahu focused on security concerns, particularly regarding Iran. Ukrainian … Continue reading Trump takes calls from growing list of world leaders following election victory

Armed Israeli security officers briefly detained two French consular employees at the Sanctuary of Eleona in Jerusalem, a French-administered Christian site, sparking a diplomatic dispute between France and Israel. The incident occurred just before French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot’s visit to the region. Barrot condemned the unauthorized Israeli entry and detention, calling it “unacceptable” and warning it could strain relations, Politico has reported. The event … Continue reading French security officials detained in diplomatic spat in Jerusalem

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy dismissed U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s plan for a quick peace deal between Ukraine and Russia, calling it a potential “loss” for Ukraine. Trump had claimed he could end the war within 24 hours, but Zelenskyy emphasized that a rushed peace deal or cease-fire would lead to unfavorable outcomes for Ukraine. He also rejected Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s call for a … Continue reading Zelenskyy rebuffs Trump’s proposal for rapid peace deal in Ukraine war

Germany’s government coalition collapsed when Chancellor Olaf Scholz fired Finance Minister Christian Lindner, leading to the formation of a minority government with Scholz’s Social Democrats and the Greens. Despite opposition calls for early elections, Scholz plans to hold a confidence vote in January, which could trigger elections as soon as March. Scholz accused Lindner of breaching trust over his economic proposals, including tax cuts for … Continue reading Germany’s coalition collapses dramatically

Despite Democrats’ efforts to portray Trump as a threat to democracy and the economy, voters decisively elected him, leaving the party grappling with its direction. Democrats now face internal conflict over why Kamala Harris lost, with calls from figures like Rep. Ro Khanna and Bernie Sanders for fresh leadership and a focus on working-class issues. Many argue the party failed to connect with economically struggling … Continue reading Democrats enter a Trump presidency without a plan or a clear leader

Former Presidents Obama and Clinton, along with former first ladies Michelle Obama and Hillary Clinton, congratulated President-elect Donald Trump on his historic 2024 victory. Despite campaigning heavily for Kamala Harris, who suffered one of the biggest Democratic defeats since 1984, the Obamas and Clintons acknowledged the results and stressed the importance of democracy and a peaceful transfer of power. In their statements, the Obamas and … Continue reading Obamas and Clintons react to Trump victory: ‘Not the outcome we hoped for’