Homeland Security has designated the Electoral College vote count and certification as a special national security event, with the U.S. Secret Service responsible for security. This decision follows the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack aimed at disrupting the certification of President Biden’s victory. The designation aligns the Electoral College count with other major events like presidential inaugurations and State of the Union addresses. The Secret … Continue reading DHS designates Electoral College vote count as special national security event

Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump shook hands at the 9/11 anniversary ceremony in Manhattan. This handshake followed their first meeting at a presidential debate the night before, breaking an eight-year tradition of no handshakes at debates. On 9/11, Biden and Harris attended ceremonies at Ground Zero, Shanksville, and the Pentagon, while Trump also visited Shanksville, ABC News has reported. Biden reflected … Continue reading Kamala Harris, Donald Trump shake hands again at 9/11 anniversary ceremony

House Speaker Mike Johnson postponed a vote on a stopgap funding bill after over a dozen Republicans withdrew their support. The bill aimed to fund the government for six months and included the SAVE Act, which mandates proof of citizenship for voter registration. Congressional Democrats oppose any spending plan linked to the SAVE Act, likely blocking it in the Senate. Former President Donald Trump has … Continue reading House Speaker Johnson pulls government funding bill after GOP support collapses

Former President Donald Trump announced he will vote for a Florida ballot measure, Amendment 3, which aims to legalize adult recreational marijuana use. Trump’s stance contrasts with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and other Republican leaders who oppose the measure. Trump supports ending arrests for small amounts of marijuana and advocates for smart regulations and research into medical marijuana. This position aligns with his past criminal … Continue reading Trump says he will vote to legalize adult recreational marijuana use in Florida

Former Rep. Tulsi Gabbard criticized former Vice President Dick Cheney and his daughter, former Rep. Liz Cheney, for endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris. Gabbard argued that a vote for Harris is effectively a vote for Dick Cheney’s foreign policy, which she blames for Middle East conflicts. Gabbard, who left the Democratic Party and endorsed Trump, expressed outrage that Harris welcomed the Cheney endorsements, given the … Continue reading Tulsi Gabbard: Cheneys’ endorsements, Harris’s response ‘sickened me’

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries criticized the GOP’s stopgap funding proposal as “unserious and unacceptable,” setting up a contentious vote in the House. Jeffries objected to Speaker Mike Johnson’s plan, which includes a six-month continuing resolution and the SAVE Act—Trump-backed legislation requiring proof of citizenship to register to vote. He argued for a shorter resolution to finalize funding before the end of the year and … Continue reading Jeffries slams House GOP’s government funding plan: ‘Unserious and unacceptable’

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin urged Congressional appropriators to pass a regular defense funding bill before the inauguration of the new president, rather than relying on a six-month stopgap measure proposed by Speaker Mike Johnson. In his letter, Austin emphasized that a continuing resolution would harm U.S. national security and the Pentagon’s readiness, noting that it would be the second consecutive year of delayed funding. He … Continue reading Defense Secretary Austin tells Congress 6-month funding stopgap would be ‘devastating to our readiness’

House Speaker Mike Johnson faces a critical September showdown over government spending amid a looming October 1 shutdown deadline. With pressures from the GOP’s hard-right flank and the broader House majority, Johnson must navigate a tricky balance between conservative demands and bipartisan cooperation. He has opted initially to push a conservative-friendly stopgap bill, which includes controversial measures like proof-of-citizenship requirements for voter registration, despite its … Continue reading Johnson’s future speakership could hinge on spending fight

With a September 30 deadline looming, Congress faces a critical debate to prevent a government shutdown. House Republicans, led by Speaker Mike Johnson, have proposed a six-month stopgap measure linked to a controversial bill advocating stricter voter registration requirements, known as the SAVE Act. This proposal aims to extend funding while addressing Republican priorities but faces strong opposition from Democrats and skepticism within the GOP. … Continue reading Government shutdown looms as Congress faces funding fight

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has called for Islamic countries to form an alliance against what he described as Israel’s “growing threat of expansionism.” His comments followed reports that Israeli troops killed a Turkish-American woman participating in a protest against Israeli settlement expansion in the West Bank. Erdogan criticized Israel’s actions and warned of potential future aggression towards other regional countries. He also highlighted Turkey’s … Continue reading Erdogan seeks Islamic alliance against Israel

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni reaffirmed Italy’s strong support for Ukraine during a meeting with President Volodymyr Zelensky at the TEHA business forum on Lake Como. They discussed Ukraine’s plans for ending the war with Russia and future reconstruction efforts. Meloni emphasized Italy’s commitment to Ukraine as both a moral and national interest and highlighted the importance of continued Western support. She also noted that … Continue reading Italy’s Meloni pledges unwavering support for Ukraine after Zelensky talks

Thousands protested across France on Saturday against President Emmanuel Macron’s appointment of conservative Michel Barnier as prime minister. Critics, led by Jean-Luc Mélenchon of the France Unbowed party, view the appointment as undermining the will of voters from July’s divisive legislative elections. Protesters, gathering in about 150 locations including Paris and Montauban, accused Macron of a “power grab” and denied democracy. Barnier, who replaces the … Continue reading Protesters rally in France against Barnier’s appointment as prime minister

Venezuelan opposition leader Edmundo Gonzalez arrived in Madrid on Sunday, fleeing an arrest warrant for terrorism and conspiracy related to July’s contested presidential election. Gonzalez, now seeking asylum in Spain, had been staying at the Spanish embassy in Caracas after leaving the Dutch embassy, where he had taken refuge from late July until early September. The Venezuelan government allowed his departure to ease political tensions. … Continue reading Venezuelan opposition leader Gonzalez lands in Spain seeking asylum after disputed election

Alaska Democrats have sued the Alaska Division of Elections to remove Eric Hafner, an imprisoned congressional candidate, from the November ballot. Hafner, serving a 20-year prison sentence in New York for threatening officials, qualified for the ballot after two GOP candidates withdrew from the race. Democratic leaders argue Hafner, who has never lived in Alaska, violates the residency requirement for congressional candidates, The Washington Examiner … Continue reading Alaska Democrats sue to kick their own incarcerated candidate off the ballot

President Joe Biden visited western Wisconsin to promote his infrastructure and energy initiatives, including $7.3 billion in grants for rural electric co-ops, calling it the largest investment in rural electrification since the New Deal. During his visit, Biden also highlighted his efforts to modernize transportation, comparing himself to past presidents like Eisenhower. Critics argue that the federal requirements for these projects, such as prevailing wage … Continue reading Biden trashes Trump in Wisconsin visit, comparing himself to FDR, Eisenhower for infrastructure investments

A North Carolina judge ruled against removing Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s name from presidential ballots in the state. Wake County Superior Court Judge Rebecca Holt denied Kennedy’s request for a temporary restraining order, meaning ballots with his name will be distributed starting Friday. Kennedy, who suspended his campaign and endorsed Donald Trump, sought to withdraw his name after the We The People party, which nominated … Continue reading North Carolina judge rejects RFK Jr.’s request to remove his name from state ballots

On Thursday, Russian President Vladimir Putin appeared to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 U.S. presidential race during the Eastern Economic Forum in Russia. Putin indicated support for Harris, suggesting that the Russian stance aligns with President Biden’s support for her. He also remarked on Harris’s positive demeanor. Despite this, U.S. intelligence assessments suggest Putin may prefer a second term for former President … Continue reading Putin says he backs Harris over Trump, adds he’s ready for talks with Ukraine

Eighty-eight current and former top executives have endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for president, according to a letter shared with CNBC. The list includes high-profile CEOs like Aaron Levie of Box, Jeremy Stoppelman of Yelp, and Michael Lynton of Snap, as well as notable figures such as James Murdoch, Chris Larsen, Lynn Forester de Rothschild, and Jeff Lawson. Other signers include major political donors like … Continue reading Eighty-eight corporate leaders endorse Harris in new letter

House Democrats, led by Rep. Jamie Raskin, have launched an investigation into former President Trump’s alleged acceptance of $10 million from the Egyptian government during his 2016 campaign. The probe, triggered by a Washington Post report, examines whether Trump’s campaign received the funds in violation of foreign contribution laws and if allies, including then-Attorney General William Barr, obstructed the subsequent investigation. Raskin has requested documents … Continue reading Raskin launches probe into closed DOJ investigation of Trump-Egypt ties

Former President Donald Trump pleaded not guilty again to the charges in his federal election interference case and opted to waive his right to appear at the arraignment for a superseding indictment. The new indictment, issued following a Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity, includes the same four charges as the original indictment. Special Counsel Jack Smith’s team is prosecuting Trump for alleged efforts to … Continue reading Trump pleads not guilty to revised election interference indictment

A Venezuelan judge has issued an arrest warrant for former presidential candidate Edmundo González, accusing him of conspiracy, falsifying documents, and usurpation of powers. This follows González’s failure to appear for questioning regarding the July election results, which he and opposition leader María Corina Machado claimed showed he had won, not President Nicolás Maduro. The ruling party declared Maduro the victor without publishing detailed results. … Continue reading Venezuelan judge issues arrest warrant for opposition’s former presidential candidate

The U.S. government has seized a Dassault Falcon 900EX jet used by Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro, citing violations of sanctions and export control laws. The plane, valued at $13 million, was allegedly purchased through a shell company and smuggled out of the U.S. to Venezuela via the Caribbean in April 2023. The aircraft was registered to San Marino and frequently used by Maduro for international … Continue reading U.S. government seizes plane used by Venezuelan president, citing sanctions violations

Russian President Vladimir Putin has arrived in Mongolia for the first time since the International Criminal Court (ICC) issued an arrest warrant for him last year. The ICC seeks his arrest for the alleged illegal deportation of Ukrainian children. During his visit, Putin was greeted with a formal ceremony in Ulaanbaatar. Despite calls from Ukraine for Mongolia to arrest him, the Mongolian government has not … Continue reading Putin welcomed in Mongolia despite ICC arrest warrant

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has reiterated his call for a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas following the discovery of six hostages’ bodies in a Gaza tunnel. Starmer expressed shock at the hostages’ deaths and urged that Hamas release all hostages immediately and that all sides agree to a ceasefire to end the suffering. Despite initially supporting Israel’s tough measures against Hamas, Starmer has shifted … Continue reading Prime Minister Starmer Doubles Down on Israel Ceasefire Demand after Hostages Killed

In her first sit-down interview since joining the Supreme Court, Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson expressed support for an enforceable ethics code for justices, emphasizing the importance of impartiality and transparency. She highlighted the need for a binding code, similar to those for other judges, and stated she sees no reason why the Supreme Court should be exempt. Jackson declined to comment on specific controversies involving … Continue reading Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson says she would support an ‘enforceable code’ of ethics for the Supreme Court