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’

President-elect Trump has pledged to implement sweeping changes on his first day in office, focusing on immigration, energy, and foreign policy. He aims to resume construction of the border wall, launch a large-scale deportation initiative, and end birthright citizenship by executive order. Trump plans to roll back Biden-era environmental regulations, ramp up oil production, and halt windmill projects. In foreign policy, he vows to shift … Continue reading Trump has big plans for ‘day one’ on immigration, energy and more

Vice President Harris conceded the presidential race to President-elect Trump on Wednesday after a decisive loss in key battleground states. Harris called Trump to congratulate him, and both agreed on the importance of uniting the country. Harris assured Trump of a peaceful transition, while President Biden also congratulated Trump and pledged a smooth handover. Trump, now the oldest president-elect and the first convicted felon to … Continue reading Harris calls Trump to concede election loss as Biden congratulates both candidates

Donald Trump has been elected the 47th president of the United States, marking a historic return to power after losing four years ago. His victory, secured with a win in Wisconsin, reflects a hard-edged approach, including attacks on opponent Kamala Harris and President Biden. Trump has vowed sweeping government reforms and retribution, promising to be a president for all Americans, and vowing to make America … Continue reading America picks Trump to make America great again

Former President Trump expressed cautious support for Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s plan to remove fluoride from public water, stating, “it sounds OK to me.” Kennedy, who suspended his presidential campaign in August to endorse Trump, claimed that if Trump wins the election, his administration would advise removing fluoride due to alleged health risks. This follows Kennedy’s history of promoting unfounded health conspiracies, including anti-vaccine theories. … Continue reading Trump expresses tentative support for RFK Jr.’s plan to remove fluoride from water supply

Pro-Western incumbent Maia Sandu has secured a second term as Moldova’s president, according to preliminary election results, bolstering the country’s EU aspirations and signaling a rejection of Russian influence. In the runoff, Sandu received 54.35% of the vote against Kremlin-aligned candidate Alexandr Stoianoglo. With significant support from the Moldovan diaspora, her victory is seen as a key endorsement of her pro-EU agenda. Sandu vowed to … Continue reading Maia Sandu wins second term in Moldovan election in rebuke to Kremlin

A federal judge ruled that Iowa can continue to contest the validity of hundreds of ballots from potential noncitizens, despite concerns that this could disenfranchise recently naturalized citizens. U.S. District Judge Stephen Locher sided with the state against a lawsuit from the ACLU, which represented a Latino group and four recent citizens who were placed on a questionable registration list. Iowa’s attorney general and secretary … Continue reading Judge rules Iowa can challenge validity of hundreds of ballots from potential noncitizens

NBC News submitted an Equal Time notice to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) following Kamala Harris’s appearance on “Saturday Night Live” (SNL) on November 2, 2024. The notice states that Harris, the Democratic presidential candidate, appeared for 1 minute and 30 seconds without charge. This filing allows other qualified candidates to request equal airtime from NBC for a limited time, which comes amid criticism from … Continue reading NBC files Equal Time notice for Harris’ SNL cameo following backlash

The euthanasia of Peanut, an Instagram-famous pet squirrel, by New York wildlife officials has sparked controversy and become a talking point in the lead-up to the U.S. presidential election. JD Vance, Donald Trump’s running mate, criticized the government’s actions during a rally, arguing that the incident highlights misplaced priorities, especially in light of issues like illegal immigration. The Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) had seized … Continue reading Trump ‘fired up’ about euthanasia of Peanut the squirrel

The Republican Party filed a lawsuit in Georgia on Saturday against Fulton County for accepting absentee ballots over the weekend, claiming it violates election laws. GOP Chairman Michael Whatley criticized local officials for not allowing poll observers and for opening election offices at the last minute, which he argues undermines public trust. A judge ruled against the GOP, but they plan to appeal. Georgia Secretary … Continue reading RNC announces election integrity lawsuit in Georgia

Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-Mich., declined to endorse Vice President Kamala Harris during a rally in Detroit, where she spoke alongside Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and United Auto Workers members. While Ocasio-Cortez and others supported Harris, Tlaib focused on encouraging voter turnout without mentioning Harris. Tlaib has been critical of the Biden-Harris administration’s response to the Israel-Hamas conflict, resonating with many constituents in Michigan, Fox News has … Continue reading Rashida Tlaib refuses to endorse Kamala Harris as Gaza war takes toll on Dem voter base

During a campaign stop in Scranton, Pennsylvania, President Joe Biden urged union carpenters to support Vice President Kamala Harris and gubernatorial candidate Tim Walz, highlighting his longstanding ties to organized labor. Despite a smaller turnout compared to past rallies, Biden shared nostalgic anecdotes and focused on economic opportunities while acknowledging the political distance from Harris, who is attracting larger crowds with celebrity support. He expressed … Continue reading Biden returns to his hometown after a limited campaign role

House Speaker Mike Johnson’s suggestion to potentially repeal the CHIPS Act could hurt the reelection chances of GOP Rep. Brandon Williams in New York. At a campaign event, Johnson indicated Republicans might consider repealing the semiconductor manufacturing package if they regain power, but later clarified that he supports Micron’s investment in the area and does not intend to repeal the act. Williams quickly defended the … Continue reading Speaker Mike Johnson walks back comments that GOP would ‘probably’ try to repeal CHIPS Act

In what is likely her final campaign speech before Election Day, Vice President Kamala Harris addressed supporters in downtown Atlanta, criticizing former President Trump and celebrating young voters. She emphasized the significance of the upcoming election, saying, “We have three days left in one of the most consequential elections of our lifetime,” and attacked Trump as “unstable” and obsessed with power. Harris praised Generation Z … Continue reading Harris tears into Trump, praises Gen Z in closing argument to Georgia voters

U.S. presidential candidate Donald Trump has sued CBS News, alleging that it aired a “misleading” interview with his opponent, Kamala Harris. The lawsuit, filed in Texas, claims CBS’s 60 Minutes omitted parts of Harris’s response to a question on the Israel-Hamas conflict, making her position appear clearer than it was. CBS has denied the allegations, Al-Jazeera has reported. The case was filed in Amarillo, Texas, in a … Continue reading Trump sues CBS over ‘misleading’ interview with rival VP Kamala Harris

Eight Mexican Supreme Court justices, including Chief Justice Norma Piña, announced they would resign rather than participate in judicial elections mandated by a recent judicial overhaul. The reform, championed by former President López Obrador and his successor Claudia Sheinbaum, shifts judicial appointments from Senate selection to public elections, aiming to reduce corruption. However, critics warn this threatens judicial independence and subjects courts to political influence, … Continue reading 8 of 11 members of Mexico’s Supreme Court to resign

UK Treasury Chief Secretary Darren Jones stated the country is still feeling the effects of former PM Liz Truss’s economic missteps, as market concerns arise following the recent budget. Jones contrasted the current fiscal situation with the turmoil after Truss’s unfunded £45bn tax cuts, noting that today’s approach includes verified fiscal plans by the Office for Budget Responsibility. He defended the £950 daily rate for … Continue reading UK still suffering from trauma of Liz Truss, says Treasury chief