Elon Musk, owner of the social media platform X, labeled Australia’s center-left government “fascists” in response to proposed legislation aimed at imposing fines on social media companies for failing to curb misinformation. The legislation, introduced by Australia’s Labor government, would allow fines of up to 5% of a company’s global revenue if they do not adhere to codes of conduct designed to prevent the spread … Continue reading Elon Musk calls Australian government ‘fascists’ over misinformation law

The president of Comoros, Azali Assoumani, sustained minor injuries from a knife attack while attending a funeral on Friday. The attacker, a 24-year-old soldier named Ahmed Abdou, was arrested but was later found dead in his police cell. Government officials confirmed that Abdou used a kitchen knife in the assault, which also injured a civilian who attempted to protect the president. An investigation is currently … Continue reading Comoros president is ‘slightly injured’ in knife attack

The government of South Sudan has announced the postponement of its long-delayed national election until December 22, 2026, extending the transitional period by two years. This decision, made under President Salva Kiir Mayardit, highlights ongoing challenges in the country’s fragile peace process following a 2018 agreement that ended a five-year civil war. Although the conflict officially ended, violence among rival communities remains prevalent, Reuters has … Continue reading South Sudan postpones long-delayed election by two years, presidency says

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has called on the Biden administration to prevent Ukraine from using American-supplied long-range weapons to target Russian territory, warning against the dangers of escalating the conflict. Kennedy, who recently ended his independent presidential campaign to support Donald Trump, shared concerns about the impact of such actions on the war’s dynamics. Analysts argue that these weapons would not significantly enhance Ukraine’s chances … Continue reading RFK Jr Warns Biden Over Looming Long-Range Missiles Decision: ‘Stop It’

As the government shutdown deadline approaches, a growing number of House Republicans believe a clean continuing resolution (CR) is the likely solution, postponing the shutdown until after the election. Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) abandoned a vote on his conservative funding bill after it failed to gain enough GOP support, pushing the House back to square one. Some Republicans still advocate for another conservative bill to … Continue reading Republicans push for clean stopgap as leaders regroup on shutdown plan

At a campaign rally in Tucson, Arizona, former President Donald Trump announced that if elected, he would eliminate taxes on overtime pay. Trump claimed this would encourage work and make it easier for companies to hire. The Harris campaign criticized the proposal as insincere, pointing to Trump’s previous policies that reduced overtime protections, NBC News has reported. Trump’s pledge follows a debate against Vice President … Continue reading Trump says he would end all taxes on overtime pay at first post-debate rally

Attorney General Merrick Garland declared Thursday that he will not permit the Justice Department to be used as a political tool, addressing what he called “conspiracy theories and dangerous falsehoods” aimed at federal law enforcement. Speaking to Justice Department members, Garland reaffirmed the department’s commitment to impartiality amid accusations from Republicans that it is politically weaponized against former President Donald Trump. Garland condemned these attacks … Continue reading Garland says he won’t let the Justice Department be used as a political weapon

Rachele Mussolini, granddaughter of Italy’s wartime dictator Benito Mussolini, announced she is leaving Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s Brothers of Italy party due to its right-wing stance and recent disagreements over minority rights. Mussolini, a prominent city councillor in Rome, will join the more centrist Forza Italia group. She cited her dissatisfaction with Brothers of Italy’s positions on civil rights and a recent dispute over gender … Continue reading Mussolini’s granddaughter quits Meloni’s party saying it’s too right wing

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