The third week of Donald Trump’s hush-money trial concluded on Friday with more bombshell testimony about an alleged scheme to suppress damaging stories before the 2016 presidential election. Keith Davidson, the lawyer for Stormy Daniels and Karen McDougal, recounted his realization of potentially aiding Trump’s campaign. Prosecutors claim Trump sought to sway the election by concealing stories. He faces 34 felony counts related to payments … Continue reading Week 3 of Trump’s Hush-Money Trial Reaches Its Explosive Finale

New surveys by Emerson College Polling/The Hill reveal former President Trump leading President Biden in seven crucial battleground states, though the margins are slim and within each poll’s margin of error. Trump maintains slight leads in Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. The inclusion of undecided voters leaning towards a candidate slightly boosts Trump’s lead in some states. Third-party candidates impact support … Continue reading Trump leads Biden in major battleground states: Polls

Chinese President Xi Jinping conveyed to U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken the importance of viewing China’s development positively for bilateral relations to improve. Amidst strained ties, highlighted by tech competition and geopolitical differences, Blinken emphasized the necessity for face-to-face diplomacy to prevent misunderstandings. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi acknowledged increased dialogue but warned of rising tensions, urging the U.S. to respect China’s development rights … Continue reading China’s Xi says the U.S. needs to accept Beijing’s rise for bilateral relations to improve

A recent survey conducted by The Hill and Emerson University indicates that independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. could significantly impact the upcoming election. The poll suggests that Kennedy’s candidacy might hurt President Joe Biden’s campaign while benefiting former President Donald Trump’s chances. In a head-to-head matchup between Trump and Biden in key swing states, Trump leads by various margins. However, when Kennedy is … Continue reading RFK Jr. Is a Huge Help to Trump in Swing States

House Democratic leaders have pledged to support Speaker Mike Johnson, a Republican, against a potential conservative coup led by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. This move aims to stabilize chamber business and prevent internal turmoil. Greene’s threat to oust Johnson stemmed from disagreements over deals he made with President Biden, including on federal spending and aid to Ukraine. Despite Greene’s motion, only two other GOP members … Continue reading Democratic leaders say they’ll shield Speaker Johnson from Greene motion to vacate

Former President Donald Trump was found in contempt of court by Judge Juan Merchan in New York for repeatedly violating a gag order related to his criminal trial. Trump breached the order nine times by making social media posts targeting key witnesses Michael Cohen and Stormy Daniels. Merchan fined Trump $9,000 and warned of possible jail time for future violations. The gag order, initially issued … Continue reading Trump held in contempt for violating gag order in “hush money” trial

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell stated during an interview on NBC News’s “Meet the Press” that he does not believe presidents should be immune from criminal prosecution while the Supreme Court heard arguments regarding former President Trump’s immunity. McConnell deferred to the Supreme Court’s decision on whether a president is above criminal prosecution, emphasizing the necessity of some form of presidential immunity to prevent constant … Continue reading McConnell argues against absolute presidential immunity

Former President Donald Trump’s Manhattan criminal trial was disrupted by shouting on Thursday. During the trial, Trump’s lawyer mentioned text messages involving Dylan Howard, former editor-in-chief of the National Inquirer, prompting an interruption from the prosecution. New York Supreme Court Justice Juan Merchan suggested redacting certain details from text messages, addressing both the defense and prosecution. Trump’s lawyer, Emil Bove, initiated discussion about the text … Continue reading Trump Trial Suddenly Erupts in Shouting

Haitian Prime Minister Ariel Henry has resigned, clearing the path for a transitional council to govern the troubled nation. Henry announced his resignation in a letter posted on social media, citing his administration’s service during challenging times. The transitional council, officially installed the following day, will oversee the formation of a new government. In the interim, Economy Minister Michel Patrick Boisvert has been appointed as … Continue reading Haiti Prime Minister Ariel Henry resigns, transitional council takes power

French President Emmanuel Macron delivered a speech at Sorbonne University, advocating for a more assertive European Union with stronger integrated defenses. He warned of the risk of Europe’s decline and emphasized the need to resist becoming dependent on the United States. Macron called for increased European military capabilities, cybersecurity, and closer defense ties with post-Brexit Britain. He urged Europeans to prioritize buying European-made military equipment … Continue reading ‘Europe could die’: Macron urges stronger defenses, economic reforms

During Supreme Court arguments regarding Donald Trump’s claim of immunity from prosecution for actions related to his 2020 election loss, conservative justices hinted at supporting some level of protection for presidents from criminal charges. While they seemed skeptical of Trump’s claim of “absolute immunity,” they expressed concern about presidents lacking any form of immunity, particularly for less severe actions. The eventual ruling may narrow the … Continue reading US Supreme Court justices in Trump case lean toward some level of immunity

Arizona’s state grand jury indicted individuals dubbed “fake electors” who supported Donald Trump in the 2020 election, part of a probe into attempts to overturn Joe Biden’s victory in the state. These individuals, including former Arizona GOP chair Kelli Ward, convened to sign a certificate claiming to be Arizona’s electors despite Biden’s win. Notable figures among those charged include state legislators, party officials, and Republican … Continue reading Trump’s 2020 ‘fake electors’ charged with state crimes in Arizona

Despite dropping out of the race weeks ago, former Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley garnered over 150,000 votes in the Pennsylvania GOP primary, securing 16.6 percent of the total. While former President Trump overwhelmingly won the primary, securing all of Pennsylvania’s delegates, Haley’s significant vote count reflects ongoing support despite her withdrawal. Initially emerging as Trump’s main challenger in the Republican primaries, Haley ultimately couldn’t … Continue reading Haley attracts over 150K votes in PA primary, weeks after dropping bid

Republican congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene, in an interview with Infowars host Alex Jones, alleged that Democrats are aiming to have former President Donald Trump “murdered in jail.” Greene suggested that the multiple criminal cases against Trump are orchestrated by political rivals to imprison him until his death, citing a bill proposed by Mississippi Democrat Rep Bennie Thompson to strip Secret Service protections from former officials … Continue reading MTG claims that Democrats want Trump to be ‘murdered in jail’

In Donald Trump’s criminal trial, the New York judge, Juan Merchan, postponed a decision on whether to fine Trump $10,000 for violating a gag order by attacking expected trial witnesses. Trump’s lawyer, Todd Blanche, argued that Trump’s social media posts were political responses and thus permissible. However, Judge Merchan expressed strong skepticism, stating that Blanche was losing credibility with the court. Prosecutors sought contempt charges … Continue reading Judge reprimands Trump lawyer but holds off on gag order ruling

Senators Josh Hawley and Tom Cotton have urged President Biden to deploy the National Guard to protect Jewish American college students amid rising tensions sparked by anti-Israel demonstrations on campuses. Hawley referenced President Eisenhower’s 1957 deployment of troops to ensure the safety of Black students in Little Rock and urged similar action to protect Jewish students, citing incidents of violence and intimidation at Columbia University. … Continue reading GOP senators urge Biden to mobilize National Guard to protect Jewish college students

In a New York courtroom, Donald Trump witnessed a historic moment as the first former US president facing criminal prosecution. Accustomed to swift outcomes, Trump now faces the slow pace of legal proceedings. Prosecutors accused him of falsifying business records to silence Stormy Daniels and colluding with a media boss to conceal damaging stories. Trump appeared uncomfortable as his own words were quoted, but his … Continue reading Silent and brooding, Trump endures courtroom ordeal

Over 13 million Ecuadorians are anticipated to participate in a referendum on Sunday, focusing on security issues that could influence the political trajectory of President Daniel Noboa and his crime-fighting agenda. Noboa, who assumed office last November, pledged to tackle the escalating crime rates in Ecuador. He has since pursued an aggressive approach, declaring war on criminal gangs, imposing a state of emergency, and approving … Continue reading Ecuadorians head to polls for referendum as Noboa seeks backing for war on crime

Republican Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene expressed her dissatisfaction with House Speaker Mike Johnson on Sunday, accusing him of betraying Republican voters by supporting new aid to Ukraine. Greene called for Johnson’s resignation, threatening to initiate a vote to remove him from the speakership if he refuses to step down. Despite Johnson’s collaboration with Democrats to advance a $95 billion foreign aid package, Greene and at … Continue reading Marjorie Taylor Greene calls on Johnson to resign after foreign aid bills pass

Senator Lindsey Graham emphasized on “Fox News Sunday” that the aid package for Ukraine, spearheaded by Speaker Mike Johnson, wouldn’t have succeeded in the House without former President Donald Trump’s assistance. Graham highlighted the crucial role of U.S. support in bolstering Ukraine’s military capabilities, noting the significant impact it has had on combating Russian forces. He underscored the importance of providing Ukraine with advanced weaponry … Continue reading Graham: Ukraine Aid ‘Would Not Have Passed Without Donald Trump’

Despite their party differences, Democratic Representative Ro Khanna expressed support for Republican Speaker of the House Mike Johnson’s voting strategy over the weekend. Khanna commended Johnson for splitting a bill into four separate pieces, allowing for individual votes on important issues such as foreign aid and TikTok regulation. Khanna acknowledged his disagreements with Johnson on various matters but appreciated his decision to facilitate separate votes. … Continue reading Ro Khanna vows to ‘table any motion to vacate’ Speaker Mike Johnson

Hillary Clinton expressed her concerns about the upcoming 2024 presidential race in an interview, suggesting that Donald Trump harbors authoritarian tendencies akin to leaders like Vladimir Putin and Kim Jong Un. Clinton emphasized her support for Joe Biden, highlighting his commitment to maintaining democracy and contrasting him with Trump. She raised concerns about Trump’s alleged desire to silence opposition and undermine democratic norms. A Trump … Continue reading Hillary Clinton claims Trump wants to ‘kill his opposition’ like Putin and Kim Jong Un

Rep. Paul Gosar (R-Ariz.) announced his support on Friday for Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene’s (R-Ga.) resolution to remove Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) from his position, becoming the third House Republican to endorse the ouster effort. Gosar, a member of the conservative House Freedom Caucus, cited his backing for Greene’s resolution shortly after the House advanced a foreign aid package without border security provisions, emphasizing the … Continue reading Third House Republican backs Johnson ouster

Donald Trump’s presidential campaign and the Republican National Committee (RNC) have unveiled plans for an extensive “election integrity” initiative, aiming to mobilize 100,000 volunteers and attorneys across battleground states ahead of the November elections. The operation, detailed in a press release, aims to monitor various stages of the electoral process, including early voting, ballot tabulation, and post-election procedures like audits and recounts. Despite skepticism about … Continue reading Trump campaign, RNC pledge to deploy 100,000 attorneys and volunteers to monitor the vote

The Biden administration is poised to enact regulations blocking oil and gas drilling across vast stretches of the Alaskan National Petroleum Reserve (NPR-A), a reserve designated for resource development by Congress. These regulations, expected to be finalized just before Earth Day, would effectively restrict access to over 13 million acres of public land within the NPR-A. Under the proposed rules, new leasing would be prohibited … Continue reading Biden set to block millions of acres in Alaska from oil, gas drilling in Earth Day action