Senator Cory Booker defended Vice President Kamala Harris amid criticism for not featuring a Palestinian speaker at the Democratic National Convention, stating that Harris feels “urgently” about achieving a cease-fire and securing the release of hostages in the Israel-Hamas conflict. Booker emphasized Harris’s deep concern over the conflict and her commitment to ending the suffering of the Palestinian people. He noted that the convention repeatedly … Continue reading Booker defends Democrats, Harris amid backlash for lack of Palestinian speaker at convention

Republican vice presidential candidate JD Vance stated that if elected, Donald Trump would not support a national abortion ban and would veto such legislation. Vance emphasized that Trump believes abortion decisions should be left to individual states. These comments come as Democrats criticize Trump for appointing the Supreme Court Justices who overturned Roe v. Wade, leading to state-level abortion restrictions. While Trump has touted his … Continue reading Trump would veto legislation establishing a federal abortion ban, Vance says

House Republicans are stepping back from efforts to impeach President Joe Biden, despite releasing a nearly 300-page report accusing him of “impeachable conduct.” Although the investigation continues, GOP leaders, including Speaker Mike Johnson and key committee heads, have not pushed for an impeachment vote, signaling a lack of support within their slim majority. Many Republicans admit they don’t have the votes needed for impeachment, with … Continue reading House GOP hits end of Biden impeachment effort

At a rally in Glendale, Arizona, former President Donald Trump announced his plan to create a commission on presidential assassination attempts if he wins the upcoming election. The commission would honor Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who joined Trump on stage at the event. Trump referenced his own recent assassination attempt in Pennsylvania and praised Kennedy for his resilience, noting that Kennedy’s father and uncle were … Continue reading Trump Pledges Creation of Commission on Presidential Assassination Attempts

Five U.S. Secret Service members have been placed on administrative leave following the July 13 assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania. Among those sidelined are a member of Trump’s protective team and four agents from the Pittsburgh Field Office. The internal investigation revealed that Thomas Matthew Crooks fired shots from a nearby building, wounding Trump and killing firefighter Corey Comperatore, while … Continue reading Multiple Secret Service agents put on leave following Trump assassination attempt

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has suspended his independent presidential campaign and endorsed Donald Trump, potentially giving Trump a slight boost among Kennedy’s supporters. Kennedy made the announcement during a rally in Arizona, where he joined Trump onstage to loud cheers. Kennedy cited issues like free speech and the war in Ukraine as reasons for his endorsement, though he hasn’t formally ended his campaign and will … Continue reading RFK Jr. suspends his presidential bid and backs Donald Trump

Japan’s ruling party announced it will hold an internal election on September 27 to choose a new leader following Prime Minister Fumio Kishida’s decision to step down. The election will involve only the party’s parliamentarians and 1.1 million members. Kishida, who took office in October 2021, decided to bow out to allow a new leader to rebuild public trust after a corruption scandal severely damaged … Continue reading Japan’s governing party to choose its head who will also be the new PM

Russian President Vladimir Putin made a surprise visit to Chechnya, inspecting troops and volunteers preparing to fight in Ukraine alongside Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov. This marks Putin’s first visit to the North Caucasus region since 2011. The visit comes as Moscow attempts to repel Ukrainian forces from the Kursk region, following Ukraine’s significant incursion into Russian territory. Putin praised the soldiers, emphasizing their courage and … Continue reading Putin inspects troops with Kadyrov on first Chechnya visit since 2011

A judge rejected Hunter Biden’s second attempt to dismiss his tax charges, stating that his request was untimely and lacked new legal arguments. Biden had cited recent developments in former President Trump’s cases to support his claim that David Weiss’s appointment as special counsel was improper. The judge, Mark Scarsi, noted that neither the legal opinions nor the decisions from Trump’s cases were binding precedents, … Continue reading Judge rejects Hunter Biden’s bid to dismiss tax charges over special counsel argument

Former President Trump criticized Democrats for focusing on him during their convention in Chicago, calling it “pretty sad” and accusing them of being “out of control.” In an interview with Hugh Hewitt, Trump argued that Democrats should have prioritized issues like crime and the economy instead of mentioning him nearly 200 times. He also suggested that rhetoric against him might have contributed to an assassination … Continue reading Trump says it’s ‘pretty sad’ for Democrats to focus on him at convention

In March, President Biden approved a highly classified nuclear strategy, shifting U.S. deterrence efforts to focus on China’s rapidly expanding nuclear arsenal. This new “Nuclear Employment Guidance” prepares the U.S. for potential simultaneous nuclear challenges from China, Russia, and North Korea. The plan reflects concerns that China’s nuclear capabilities could rival those of the U.S. and Russia within a decade. Although the strategy remains secret, … Continue reading Biden Approved Secret Nuke Strategy Refocusing on China Threat

The Georgia state election board has approved a new rule granting local officials more power to investigate votes after election day, raising concerns about potential delays in certifying election results. The rule allows any county election board member to examine election-related documents before certification, which some fear could be used to obstruct the process. The board, controlled by Republicans, passed the rule despite objections, with … Continue reading Georgia approves election rule that could delay vote certification

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, who has shared his personal experience with fertility treatments, is using his story to highlight reproductive care issues and criticize Republican stances on the matter. Walz’s experience with IVF, which he and his wife used to have their children, has become a focal point in discussions about reproductive rights. This comes as Republicans face challenges reconciling their views on life beginning … Continue reading Walz amplifies Harris’s attacks on GOP

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Ukraine later this week, marking his first trip to the country. The visit, expected between August 21-23, comes about a month after Modi met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow. Modi will hold talks with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, following up on their previous meeting at the G7 summit in May and several phone calls since Russia’s … Continue reading India’s Modi likely to meet Zelensky in Ukraine after Russia trip

The Manhattan district attorney’s office has indicated it won’t oppose delaying former President Trump’s sentencing in his hush money case, scheduled for September 18. Trump has requested the delay until after the November presidential election, citing plans to appeal if the judge doesn’t overturn the guilty verdict following a Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity. Prosecutors, while rejecting most of Trump’s arguments, deferred to the … Continue reading Manhattan DA signals openness to delaying Trump criminal sentencing

Former congressman George Santos, who admitted to fabricating key elements of his background, pleaded guilty to two felony fraud charges on Monday. Santos was facing a 23-count indictment, including wire fraud and identity theft. He acknowledged defrauding donors, stealing identities, and lying about his financial situation. As part of a plea deal, Santos admitted to all the conduct he was charged with and agreed to … Continue reading Santos pleads guilty to charges of money laundering, identity theft and fraud

Former President Donald Trump reiterated his campaign promise to eliminate taxes on Social Security income for seniors during a speech in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. Trump criticized Vice President Kamala Harris for copying his earlier proposal to eliminate taxes on tips and emphasized his commitment to removing taxes on Social Security benefits. He claimed this would provide relief to seniors suffering from inflation, which he blamed on … Continue reading Trump Hammers Home Plan to Eliminate Tax on Social Security Income

A debate in the Turkish parliament over restoring the parliamentary mandate of jailed opposition member Can Atalay erupted into a brawl on Friday, leaving at least two lawmakers injured. Atalay, a lawyer and rights activist sentenced to 18 years in prison in 2022, was elected to parliament in 2023 but was stripped of his mandate. During the debate, tensions escalated when Workers’ Party MP Ahmet … Continue reading Bloody brawl in Turkey’s parliament

Muhammad Yunus, the interim leader of Bangladesh, delivered his first major policy address, pledging continued support for the Rohingya refugees and a commitment to maintaining Bangladesh’s crucial garment trade. Yunus emphasized the need for international efforts to repatriate the Rohingya to Myanmar safely and highlighted the importance of protecting Bangladesh’s textile industry, which accounts for 85% of the country’s $55 billion in annual exports. He … Continue reading Bangladesh’s Yunus promises support to Rohingya in first policy speech

Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz campaigned in western Pennsylvania on Sunday, just before the Democratic National Convention. Pennsylvania, a key battleground state with 19 electoral votes, has seen significant attention from both campaigns. Harris and Walz focused on swing areas during their bus tour, while former President Trump held a rally in the state the previous day. Both campaigns are heavily … Continue reading Harris, Trump, hold dueling campaign events

George Santos is expected to plead guilty to federal fraud charges during a hearing on Monday in Long Island, according to sources. The former Republican congressman, who faces 23 felony charges related to defrauding donors, lying about his finances, and misusing unemployment benefits, could avoid a trial scheduled for next month. The specific charges to which he will plead guilty and the potential sentence are … Continue reading Santos Expected to Plead Guilty To Fraud Charges

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva stated that he does not recognize Nicolás Maduro as the winner of Venezuela’s recent presidential election and suggested that Maduro should consider calling for a new vote. Lula emphasized that Maduro, with six months left in his term, could create an electoral committee and allow international observers to monitor a new election. Brazil, along with Colombia and Mexico, … Continue reading Brazil’s Lula says Maduro could call for a new election in Venezuela

Businessman Eric Hovde won the Wisconsin Republican primary for the Senate, setting up a crucial race against Democratic Sen. Tammy Baldwin. Hovde, backed by former President Trump, easily defeated his primary opponents, while Baldwin ran unopposed. Baldwin’s seat is a key target in the fight for Senate control, and she has built a strong campaign, particularly in rural areas. Hovde, who previously ran for the … Continue reading Matchup set between Tammy Baldwin and Eric Hovde in key Wisconsin Senate race

In 2016, then-U.S. Representative Tim Walz did not correct a CSPAN host who incorrectly stated that he had served in Afghanistan, despite having never been deployed there. This incident, among others, has drawn criticism from some Republicans, including accusations of “stolen valor” from his opponent, Sen. J.D. Vance, since Walz was chosen as Vice President Kamala Harris’ running mate. Walz has strongly defended his military … Continue reading Tim Walz previously faced criticism over the way he characterized his military service

Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has been dismissed by the Constitutional Court for appointing a former lawyer with a criminal record to his cabinet. The court ruled that Srettha violated ethical rules, leading to his removal less than a year into his term. He is the third Thai PM in 16 years to be removed by the same court. An interim leader will take over … Continue reading Thai court dismisses PM for violating constitution