Kristi Noem, Governor of South Dakota, is being considered to lead the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) under President Trump, focusing on immigration, border security, and deportations. She emphasized her alignment with Trump’s priorities, particularly securing the U.S. southern border and addressing domestic terrorism. While she voiced support for policies like the “Remain in Mexico” program, she primarily focused on immigration issues during her Senate … Continue reading Trump’s Homeland Security pick pressed on domestic terrorism in hearing

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced Friday that Lieutenant Governor Jon Husted will replace Vice President-elect JD Vance in the U.S. Senate. Husted, 57, will serve until a special election in November 2026, when a winner will complete the remainder of Vance’s term. DeWine praised Husted’s knowledge of Ohio and his record on economic development, including Intel’s $20 billion investment in the state. Husted, accepting the … Continue reading Jon Husted, Ohio’s lieutenant governor, tapped to replace JD Vance in Senate

President Biden declared the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) as the 28th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution, asserting it was ratified by the necessary three-fourths of states. Legal experts, including Andrew McCarthy and Jonathan Turley, criticized this move as “cynical and irrelevant,” arguing that Biden lacks constitutional authority in the amendment process and that the ERA missed its ratification deadline set by Congress. The ERA, aimed … Continue reading Biden Tries to Change Constitution on Way Out

President-elect Donald Trump announced that his inauguration on Monday will be held indoors due to freezing temperatures expected in Washington, D.C. The swearing-in ceremony and address will take place inside the Capitol Rotunda, and the public viewing will occur at Capital One Arena. Due to this change, most ticketed guests will not be able to attend in person, although those with tickets for the Presidential … Continue reading Trump’s inauguration to be moved indoors

Brazil’s Supreme Court has denied former President Jair Bolsonaro’s request to temporarily restore his passport to attend the inauguration of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump. Justice Alexandre de Moraes ruled that Bolsonaro did not adequately prove he was invited and currently holds no position to represent Brazil. Bolsonaro’s passport was seized in February due to ongoing investigations into his attempts to stay in office after his … Continue reading Brazilian court denies Bolsonaro’s request to travel to Trump’s inauguration

Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has been appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis to fill Marco Rubio’s U.S. Senate seat, making her only the second woman to represent Florida in the Senate. Moody, a former federal prosecutor and judge, has supported DeSantis’ conservative agenda, defending policies on immigration, vaccine mandates, and student loans. She is also known for her involvement in legal actions defending Donald Trump. … Continue reading Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody will fill Marco Rubio’s Senate seat

Speaker Mike Johnson appointed Rep. Rick Crawford (R-Ark.) as the new chairman of the House Intelligence Committee, replacing Rep. Mike Turner (R-Ohio), who was removed from the position. Crawford, a retired Army sergeant and former chairman of the Intelligence subcommittee, has been in Congress since 2011. Johnson praised Crawford’s leadership and experience. The decision to oust Turner, a strong supporter of NATO and U.S. aid … Continue reading Mike Johnson picks Arkansas Republican to lead House Intelligence Committee

President Joe Biden will not enforce a TikTok ban set for January 19, leaving the decision to President-elect Donald Trump. A law signed by Biden last year requires TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, to divest by the deadline, but Trump’s team is expected to address the matter. While some Democrats, like Senate Leader Chuck Schumer, pushed for an extension, Republican Senator Tom Cotton opposed it, labeling … Continue reading Biden won’t enforce TikTok ban, official says, leaving fate of app to Trump

Mark Carney, former head of Canada’s central bank and the Bank of England, announced his candidacy for prime minister following Justin Trudeau’s resignation. Carney, 59, is praised for his economic expertise, particularly during the 2008 crisis, and his role in managing Brexit. He criticized Trudeau for losing focus on the economy and vowed to focus on it if elected. Carney faces competition from ex-Finance Minister … Continue reading Former Bank of England governor Mark Carney enters race to be Canada’s next prime minister

In his farewell address, President Joe Biden reflected on his political career and achievements, including leading the country out of the pandemic and advancing infrastructure and climate change initiatives. He expressed pride in his administration’s accomplishments but warned of the growing concentration of wealth and power in the hands of a few, which he said threatens democracy. Biden also highlighted his role in securing a … Continue reading Biden, in farewell address, warns about dangers of unchecked power in wealthy

South Korea’s President Yoon Suk Yeol became the first sitting president to be arrested after a dramatic standoff with investigators. Yoon, 64, is under investigation for insurrection related to a failed martial law order on December 3. Despite being impeached by parliament, Yoon’s removal from office depends on a ruling by the Constitutional Court. His arrest followed a weeks-long standoff with investigators, who scaled walls … Continue reading South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol arrested

During his confirmation hearing, Sen. Marco Rubio, nominated by President-elect Donald Trump as secretary of state, described China as the “most potent and dangerous near-peer adversary” the U.S. has faced, highlighting the country’s technological, industrial, economic, geopolitical, and scientific competition. Rubio stressed the importance of confronting China’s influence more forcefully, claiming the U.S. must prioritize national interests. He also defended Trump’s foreign policy decisions and … Continue reading Rubio tells Senate committee the “top priority” of State Department will be U.S. in confirmation hearing

Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) decided not to reappoint Rep. Mike Turner (R-Ohio) as chair of the House Intelligence Committee, a role Turner held since 2022. The move came after complaints from the Freedom Caucus and MAGA-aligned members of the party, with some attributing the decision to pressure from Mar-a-Lago. Johnson described the change as a need for a “fresh start” for the committee, despite praising … Continue reading Speaker Johnson removes Mike Turner as Intelligence Committee chair

Pam Bondi, nominated by President-elect Donald Trump for Attorney General, pledged to restore “one tier of justice for all” and address the weaponization of the Justice Department against political opponents. Bondi, Florida’s first female Attorney General, has been a strong Trump supporter, serving as his defense lawyer during his first impeachment and co-chair of Women for Trump in 2020. More than 100 former DOJ officials … Continue reading Pam Bondi Vows to End ‘Weaponization’ of Justice if Confirmed as Attorney General

President Biden on Monday defended his foreign policy legacy, arguing that his administration is leaving President-elect Trump with a strong position to handle global challenges, especially in countering China’s ambitions and Russia’s aggression. Biden highlighted that the U.S. is stronger, its alliances are stronger, and adversaries are weaker compared to four years ago. He also noted that, unlike under Trump, the U.S. had not gone … Continue reading Biden says US ‘winning’ on world stage, dealing Trump ‘very strong hand’

Greenland’s Prime Minister Mute Egede announced on Monday that the autonomous territory is open to stronger ties with the United States, particularly in areas like mining. He emphasized the importance of business cooperation, stating that Greenland would continue seeking opportunities with the U.S., but made it clear that the territory would not entertain a U.S. takeover. Egede’s comments followed U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s previous remarks … Continue reading Greenland seeking closer ties with US, particularly on mining, PM says

Republican House Speaker Mike Johnson suggested that any aid for California’s wildfire relief should have conditions, signaling a potential political conflict. Johnson criticized state leadership, particularly Democratic Governor Gavin Newsom, for issues like water and forest management, which he claimed contributed to the devastation. He hinted at a possible tie between debt limit increases and aid to California, though he emphasized that discussions are ongoing. … Continue reading Speaker Mike Johnson suggests ‘conditions’ needed on disaster aid for LA wildfires

Donald Trump’s presidential transition team released the schedule for his inauguration next week, which includes a fireworks show, VIP events at his Virginia golf course, and three inaugural balls. Despite raising over $170 million for the event, the number of balls and events is fewer than in previous inaugurations. The inaugural committee, with more than $200 million in funds, is hosting smaller events compared to … Continue reading Trump plans limited inauguration festivities despite massive fundraising

The Justice Department released Volume One of Special Counsel Jack Smith’s final report on his investigations into President-elect Donald Trump, focusing on the election case against him. The report, made public just before Trump’s inauguration, confirms Smith’s stance on bringing criminal charges against Trump for attempting to retain power after the 2020 election. Smith defends his decision, asserting that Trump’s actions were criminal and harmful … Continue reading DOJ releases former Special Counsel Jack Smith’s report on investigation into Trump

President-elect Trump criticized former special counsel Jack Smith for attempting to issue a report on what he called a “witch hunt” against him. In a Truth Social post, Trump claimed Smith was “illegitimately involved” in political persecution and accused the government of wasting hundreds of millions of dollars on the investigation. The Department of Justice is pushing to release Smith’s final report on the Mar-a-Lago … Continue reading Trump: Jack Smith shouldn’t be allowed to release report 

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol will miss the first day of his impeachment trial due to concerns for his safety, according to his lawyer. The trial begins on Tuesday, with five hearings scheduled until February 4. If Yoon doesn’t attend, the Constitutional Court will reconvene for a second session on Thursday. This trial is separate from ongoing efforts to detain Yoon for questioning about … Continue reading Suspended South Korean President Yoon to skip first day of impeachment trial over safety concerns

Croatia’s President Zoran Milanović, a critic of the EU and NATO, won reelection with nearly 74% of the vote, defeating Dragan Primorac, who received around 26%. Milanović’s victory strengthens his position as Croatia’s most popular politician and sets up continued political tension with Prime Minister Andrej Plenković. A critic of Western military support for Ukraine, Milanović has opposed sending Croatian soldiers to Ukraine, and has … Continue reading Croatia’s President Milanović wins reelection

Vice President-elect JD Vance suggested that the U.S. could make a deal to acquire Greenland, emphasizing its strategic importance and natural resources. While President-elect Trump has previously hinted at using military force to secure the island, Vance disagreed, stating that military action is unnecessary as the U.S. already has troops stationed there. Danish officials have privately expressed willingness to enhance security or increase the U.S. … Continue reading JD Vance says there’s “a deal to be made in Greenland”

President Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu discussed efforts to finalize a Gaza hostage and ceasefire deal by January 20, when Biden’s term ends. U.S. and Israeli officials indicated that the indirect negotiations between Israel and Hamas are at a critical stage, with both Biden’s and President-elect Trump’s teams working together to push for a resolution. White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan expressed optimism, … Continue reading Biden and Netanyahu speak as Gaza negotiations reach critical point

The Biden administration announced Friday that it would extend Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nearly 1 million people from El Salvador, Sudan, Ukraine, and Venezuela, offering work permits and deportation protections until 2026. This move comes just before Donald Trump’s presidency, as he plans to scale back the program. TPS provides legal reprieve for individuals from countries affected by disasters or conflicts. While the Biden … Continue reading Biden extends temporary status of nearly 1M migrants ahead of Trump deportations