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

Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) has rejected former President Trump’s proposal to mandate insurance coverage for in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments, suggesting instead a means-tested tax credit for IVF. Trump had proposed that either the government or insurance companies should cover IVF if he is elected. Graham argued that mandating coverage could lead to endless demands and emphasized support for IVF through tax credits. The Trump … Continue reading Sen. Graham says he wouldn’t support insurance company mandate for IVF treatment

A protester who interrupted former President Donald Trump’s rally in Johnstown, Pennsylvania, on Friday will face misdemeanor charges for disorderly conduct, resisting arrest, and disrupting a meeting. The protester, whose identity has not been released, jumped over a barricade and onto a media riser while shouting at Trump. Trump, who was critical of the media at the time, responded by saying the protester was “on … Continue reading Protester who interrupted Trump rally to face charges, police say

For the first time since 1945, a German far-right party is projected to win a regional election, with the Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) leading in Thuringia. According to exit polls, AfD is set to secure 33.5% of the vote, surpassing the Christian Democrats (CDU) at 24.5%. In Saxony, AfD and CDU are neck and neck. The newly founded left-wing Sarah Wagenknecht alliance (BSW) is projected … Continue reading Germany’s AfD party set to win one state elections, exit polls show

Next month’s debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump will feature strict rules: no audience, no live microphones between speaking turns, and no written notes. ABC News, the host network, shared these guidelines with both campaigns this week. The debate, scheduled for September 10, is set to follow similar rules as the June Biden-Trump debate, which saw controversy over microphone muting. … Continue reading Harris-Trump debate rules include muted mics and no audience

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz addressed criticism of his military record in a CNN interview with Vice President Kamala Harris, explaining that his 2018 remarks about “carrying a weapon of war in war” were a grammatical error. Walz, who served 24 years in the National Guard but was not in combat, dismissed the criticism as part of a broader attempt to undermine him. He emphasized pride … Continue reading Walz says his military record ‘speaks for itself’ in CNN interview

In her first major TV interview of her presidential campaign, Vice President Kamala Harris defended her shift away from some liberal positions, stating her values remain unchanged while seeking consensus. Speaking alongside running mate Gov. Tim Walz, Harris addressed policy reversals on fracking and decriminalizing border crossings, emphasizing the need to find common ground. The interview aimed to introduce voters to the Democratic ticket following … Continue reading Harris defends shifting from some liberal positions

During a rally in Michigan, former President Donald Trump announced that if reelected, his administration would ensure the federal government or insurance companies cover in vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments. Trump emphasized the need to support families and allow new parents to deduct newborn expenses from taxes, positioning the GOP as pro-family amid backlash over abortion rights. This announcement comes as Democrats have criticized Trump and … Continue reading Trump vows IVF will be free if reelected

Former President Trump has asked a federal court to intervene in his hush money case, aiming to overturn his conviction and delay his sentencing, scheduled for next month. Trump’s lawyers argue that the state’s prosecution violated his constitutional rights and conflicts with a Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity. Convicted earlier this year on 34 counts of falsifying business records related to hush money payments, … Continue reading Trump asks federal court to take over hush money case 

A Washington, D.C., grand jury issued a superseding indictment against former President Donald Trump on four charges related to alleged interference in the 2020 presidential election. The charges include conspiracy to defraud the U.S., conspiracy to obstruct an official proceeding, obstruction of an official proceeding, and conspiracy against rights. The indictment updates the original charges brought by Special Counsel Jack Smith, removing some elements in … Continue reading D.C. Grand Jury Returns Superseding Indictment Against Trump

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer made his first bilateral visit to Germany since taking office, meeting with German Chancellor Olaf Scholz in Berlin. The visit, marked by military honors, follows Starmer’s Labour Party’s victory in the July 4 general election. Despite recent unrest in the UK due to anti-immigration riots, Starmer emphasized his commitment to rebuilding trust with European allies post-Brexit, while ruling out rejoining … Continue reading Visiting Berlin, UK’s Starmer vows relations ‘reset’ with EU

U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy issued a warning that parenting can have harmful effects on mental health due to high stress levels faced by mothers and fathers. In his advisory, Murthy, a father of two, described parenting as both the “toughest and most rewarding” job, noting that 41% of parents report feeling too stressed to function, with 48% feeling overwhelmed compared to other adults. … Continue reading Parenting Is Hazardous to Your Health, the Surgeon General Warns

Rep. Mike Kelly, chairman of the House task force investigating the July 13 assassination attempt on Donald Trump, criticized the delayed response from law enforcement when gunman Thomas Crooks was first spotted at the Butler Farm Show fairgrounds in Pennsylvania. Despite snipers identifying Crooks 90 minutes before he opened fire, killing one and injuring two others, they awaited authorization to shoot. Kelly questioned who was … Continue reading Lawmakers tour site of Trump assassination attempt

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. will remain on the ballots in Michigan and Wisconsin despite ending his independent presidential campaign and endorsing Donald Trump. Michigan officials confirmed that Kennedy, who was nominated by the Natural Law Party, cannot withdraw from the ballot. Similarly, Wisconsin’s election commission voted against his request to remove his name, citing state law. However, a court ruling in Nevada will keep Kennedy … Continue reading RFK Jr. won’t be able to remove himself from ballots in Michigan and Wisconsin

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz vowed to increase deportations following a deadly mass stabbing in Solingen, linked to the Islamic State, which has intensified far-right opposition and criticism of his migration policies. The attack, which killed three and injured eight, has heightened political tensions ahead of upcoming state elections, with the far-right AfD party using the incident to bolster its anti-migration campaign. However, experts believe the … Continue reading Germany’s Scholz promises more deportations after visiting mass stabbing scene

France faces political turmoil after President Emmanuel Macron refused to appoint a prime minister from the leftwing coalition, the New Popular Front (NFP), which won the most seats in the recent parliamentary election. Macron’s decision, following failed talks to resolve the deadlock in the divided Assemblée Nationale, sparked anger and threats of impeachment from the NFP. The coalition insists that its candidate, Lucie Castets, should … Continue reading Chaos in France after Macron refuses to name prime minister from leftwing coalition

A top-ranking election official in Venezuela, Juan Carlos Delpino, has openly criticized the results of July’s disputed presidential election, stating that there is no evidence President Nicolás Maduro won. Delpino, who is part of the national electoral committee and aligned with the opposition, emphasized transparency in his statement. Despite growing international demands for vote transparency, the Maduro-controlled Supreme Court declared Maduro the winner. As global … Continue reading No Evidence that Maduro Won, Says Top Venezuelan Election Official

U.S. Special Counsel Jack Smith has asked a federal appeals court to reinstate the criminal case against Donald Trump for retaining classified documents, after a lower court dismissed the indictment in July. The dismissal by U.S. District Court Judge Aileen Cannon, who ruled that Smith’s appointment was unlawful, is being challenged by Smith’s team, arguing that the Attorney General has the authority to appoint special … Continue reading Special counsel asks court to revive charges against Trump in documents case

Over 200 Republicans, who previously worked for former President George W. Bush, the late Sen. John McCain, and Sen. Mitt Romney, have endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for president in an open letter. This letter, signed by 238 individuals, follows the Democratic National Convention, which featured several Republican detractors of the GOP nominee. The group, which includes former staffers of Bush, McCain, and Romney, had … Continue reading Hundreds of Bush, McCain, Romney alums endorse Kamala

Former President Donald Trump warned that if Vice President Kamala Harris becomes president, the situation will “get 100 times worse,” claiming she would introduce “Soviet-style price controls” and eliminate private healthcare. In a post on X, Trump criticized Harris’s economic proposals, suggesting they would lead to higher taxes and severe economic repercussions. He urged voters to support him instead, promising lower taxes and better financial … Continue reading Trump Warns Kamala Harris ‘Will Implement Soviet-Style Price Controls,’ Things Will ‘Get 100 Times Worse’

Sixteen Republican-led states have filed a lawsuit to stop a federal program that offers nearly half a million undocumented migrants married to U.S. citizens a path to citizenship. The program, launched by the Biden administration in June, allows eligible spouses to apply for “parole in place,” granting them permission to stay in the U.S., apply for a green card, and eventually pursue citizenship. The lawsuit … Continue reading Republican states sue to end federal program for undocumented migrants

Senator Bernie Sanders reiterated his strong support for Vice President Kamala Harris, stating he will do everything possible to help her win the November election. Sanders expressed confidence in her chances of winning the popular vote and key battleground states, citing the high energy at the recent Democratic National Convention and growing public fatigue with former President Trump. Although Sanders initially withheld his endorsement to … Continue reading Bernie Sanders on Harris: ‘I intend to do everything that I can to see that she wins’