International efforts to isolate and penalize Israel for its actions in Gaza are prominently on display at the U.N. General Assembly this week, where leaders are expected to call for an end to the conflict. Despite nearly a year of diplomatic efforts, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu remains committed to defeating Hamas following the deadly October 7 attacks. While the U.S. continues to support Israel, … Continue reading Isolated Netanyahu Resists Pressure to End Conflicts

House Speaker Mike Johnson announced a new temporary government funding proposal that diverges from former President Trump’s wishes, making concessions to Democrats. The bill would fund the government through Dec. 20 and excludes the Trump-supported SAVE Act, which required proof of citizenship for voter registration. Johnson described the proposal as “very narrow” and focused on essential extensions to avoid a shutdown, which could occur if … Continue reading House Speaker Johnson axes Trump voting restrictions in new government funding bill

Former Representative Liz Cheney, a prominent critic of Donald Trump, suggested that a new political party may be necessary if the Republican Party cannot recover from Trump’s influence. Speaking at the Cap Times Idea Fest, she expressed skepticism about the GOP’s viability, stating, “it’s hard for me to see how the Republican Party… can make the argument convincingly… until it really recognizes what it’s done.” … Continue reading Liz Cheney Suggests New Political Party May Be Needed

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky arrived in the U.S. on Sunday to present his “victory plan” aimed at ending the ongoing war with Russia. He will meet with President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, and former President Donald Trump during his visit. Zelensky’s proposals come after intense fighting this summer, with Russia making gains in eastern Ukraine. He hopes to persuade Biden to allow Ukraine … Continue reading Zelensky arrives in USA to explain war ‘victory’ plan to Biden

In a recent interview, Donald Trump stated he will not run for president again if he loses the upcoming election on November 5, declaring, “that will be it.” The 78-year-old former president is in a tight race against Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris, with polls showing them close in key battleground states. Trump, who continues to claim his 2020 loss was due to voter fraud, … Continue reading Trump tells supporters he will not run again if he loses

At this week’s U.N. gathering, leaders are urged to collaborate on urgent global issues and modernize post-World War II international institutions. U.N. Secretary-General Antonio Guterres emphasized the need for a “Summit of the Future” to enhance multilateralism and address challenges like geopolitical tensions, climate change, and emerging technologies. The summit, which opened before the General Assembly’s high-level meeting, produced a consensus document, the “Pact of … Continue reading World leaders are gathering for the UN General Assembly

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will visit the United States next week, where he will speak at the United Nations General Assembly and meet with President Joe Biden. Zelenskyy plans to present his “victory plan,” discussing details and further U.S. support for Ukraine. His itinerary includes meetings with Vice President Kamala Harris, Congressional representatives, and Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump, as well as discussions with U.S. … Continue reading Zelenskyy to visit US, present victory plan to Biden

President Joe Biden will host world leaders from Australia, India, and Japan at his Wilmington, Delaware home this weekend for the final summit of the Quad alliance. Biden aims to foster “deep personal relationships” during the two-day event, highlighting significant moments from his career at his home, known as “Lake House.” The leaders will also attend an intimate dinner at Biden’s high school, Archmere Academy, … Continue reading Biden to host leaders at his home in Delaware

At his first rally since a recent assassination attempt, former President Donald Trump criticized New York City and painted his Democratic opponents as a “threat to democracy” during a large event at Nassau Coliseum on Long Island. Trump, who plans to visit Springfield, Ohio, in two weeks, reiterated false claims about the Haitian population there and emphasized crime in New York, despite statistics showing a … Continue reading Trump says Democrats are ‘threat to democracy’

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced plans to advance a bipartisan government funding bill after Speaker Mike Johnson’s partisan six-month funding measure, linked to voter registration reform, failed to pass. Schumer stated the Senate may need to act first to avoid a government shutdown, which could occur if a funding plan isn’t approved by September 30. Johnson has yet to present an alternative bill that … Continue reading Senate will move stopgap funding bill as government shutdown looms

The FBI and U.S. intelligence agencies reported that Iranian hackers are attempting to influence the 2024 presidential election by sending stolen information from Donald Trump’s campaign to individuals linked to Joe Biden’s campaign. In late June and early July, unsolicited emails containing excerpts from the stolen material were sent to Biden campaign associates, although there’s no evidence they responded. Iran has also targeted both campaigns … Continue reading Iranian hackers sent ‘stolen’ Trump campaign material to Biden campaign

Speaker Mike Johnson announced that the House will vote Wednesday on a six-month stopgap funding bill linked to the SAVE Act, which requires proof of citizenship to register to vote. This package, which Johnson pulled last week due to GOP opposition, faces a tough path with the House’s narrow Republican majority. The proposed bill is expected to fail in the Democratic-led Senate and faces a … Continue reading House to vote on Speaker Mike Johnson’s funding plan as shutdown looms

On Tuesday, Democrats blocked Republican Sens. Ted Cruz and Katie Britt’s IVF Protection Act through unanimous consent, mirroring a similar dispute from June. Cruz criticized the Democrats’ opposition as a “show vote,” accusing them of using the issue for political gain. Sen. Patty Murray, a key sponsor of the Democratic Right to IVF Act, argued that the GOP bill fails to address major threats to … Continue reading Democrats block Cruz attempt to pass GOP IVF bill

In a Tuesday interview with the National Association of Black Journalists, Vice President Kamala Harris largely adhered to prepared talking points and avoided diverging from the Biden administration’s positions. Addressing contentious issues like the Gaza conflict and reparations, Harris focused on abortion rights and condemned former President Donald Trump’s claims about Haitian immigrants. She also reaffirmed her support for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas war … Continue reading Harris refuses to veer off script in her second high-profile interview

In an opinion piece for The Hill, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Donald Trump Jr. criticized the Biden administration for its potential approval of long-range missiles for Ukraine, arguing that it risks escalating the conflict with Russia. They emphasized that this move could be seen as an act of war by Russia, echoing Putin’s warnings about NATO’s involvement. The opinion comes amid reports that Biden might … Continue reading Trump Jr., RFK Jr. warn Biden against long-range missiles for Ukraine

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s Liberal Party suffered a significant defeat in a Montreal by-election, losing a seat it had held for decades to the Bloc Québécois. This is the second major election loss for the Liberals in three months and may intensify calls for Trudeau’s resignation. The result highlights declining Liberal support, even in strongholds, and comes ahead of the next general election expected in … Continue reading Trudeau Faces Pressure To Quit After Party Loses Long-Held Parliament Seat

Britain’s new Prime Minister Keir Starmer praised Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni for her efforts to reduce irregular migration during a press conference in Rome. He noted a 60% decrease in sea arrivals to Italy since 2022 and expressed a desire to learn from Meloni’s hardline immigration policies, which include plans to send asylum seekers rescued at sea to Albania while their claims are processed. … Continue reading UK’s Starmer heaps praise on ‘remarkable’ Meloni

Thierry Breton, France’s European commissioner, has resigned, citing “questionable governance” under EU chief Ursula von der Leyen. Breton, who managed the EU’s single market and industrial policy, announced his departure via a post on X, criticizing von der Leyen for asking France to withdraw his nomination for a second term without direct discussion. His resignation adds to the turmoil surrounding the formation of von der … Continue reading France’s European commissioner resigns amid row with von der Leyen

A televised mayoral debate in São Paulo, Brazil, turned chaotic when candidate José Luiz Datena, a TV presenter, struck his opponent Pablo Marçal with a chair after Marçal taunted him about a previous threat to hit him. This confrontation stemmed from Marçal’s mention of a past sexual harassment complaint against Datena, which had been withdrawn but later alleged intimidation. Following the incident, Datena was expelled … Continue reading Brazilian mayoral candidate hits opponent with a chair during live debate

On Monday, President Joe Biden emphasized the need for increased personnel within the U.S. Secret Service following a second apparent assassination attempt on Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump. “I want to be clear: the Secret Service needs more help, and Congress should respond to their needs,” Biden told reporters at the White House. He expressed gratitude that Trump was unharmed after an incident on Sunday, … Continue reading Biden Says Secret Service ‘Needs More Help’ After Apparent Trump Assassination Attempt

Former President Donald Trump has blamed President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris for a recent assassination attempt against him at his West Palm Beach golf club, marking the second such incident since a near-fatal shooting in Pennsylvania in July. Speaking to Fox News Digital, Trump claimed that the gunman was influenced by the “highly inflammatory language” of the Democratic leaders, asserting, “Their rhetoric … Continue reading Trump Directly Blames Harris and Biden’s Words for the Latest Attempt On His Life

In the aftermath of a contentious presidential debate, Democrats celebrated Kamala Harris’s performance against Donald Trump while both candidates refocused on winning over swing state voters pivotal to the upcoming election. Harris embarked on a “New Way Forward” tour, highlighting her debate themes that framed Trump as a threat to democracy, women’s rights, and the U.S.’s global standing, starting with a key stop in Pennsylvania. … Continue reading Harris and Trump back to brutal grind of swing state campaigns

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