In the trial concerning hush money payments involving former President Donald Trump, Justice Juan Merchan dismissed numerous potential jurors who couldn’t assure impartial judgment. Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg charged Trump with falsifying records to conceal a payment to Stormy Daniels. Trump denies the allegations. The trial, involving jury selection and potential testimony from key figures like Michael Cohen and Stormy Daniels, is underway, Reuters … Continue reading Dozens of potential jurors at Trump hush money trial dismissed for bias

Twelve major media outlets issued a joint statement urging President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump, the presumed nominees, to engage in debates before the November general election. Signatories include ABC News, The Associated Press, CBS News, CNN, C-SPAN, FOX News Media, NBCUniversal News Group, NewsNation, Noticias Univision (Univision Network News), NPR, PBS NewsHour, and USA TODAY. They emphasized the importance of debates in … Continue reading Major media outlets ask Biden, Trump to debate one another

House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) announced plans to push for aid to Israel and Ukraine as part of a national security package he has been developing for months. The package includes support for U.S. allies, humanitarian aid for civilians in Ukraine and Gaza, and funding to replenish U.S. weapons provided to Taiwan. Following Iran’s massive drone strike against Northern Israel, Johnson emphasized the importance of … Continue reading House Speaker Mike Johnson Will Push Aid for Israel, Ukraine this Week

Senate Republicans are expressing concern over the possibility of House conservatives attempting to oust Speaker Mike Johnson for a second time in six months. They fear a repeat of the chaos that paralyzed Washington for weeks when former Speaker Kevin McCarthy was removed. Some Republicans are experiencing a sense of déjà vu from the previous episode, which disrupted planned legislative work, including government funding. Johnson’s … Continue reading Greene threat to oust Speaker Johnson has Senate Republicans anxious

Republican lawmakers are urging the United States to retaliate against Iran following its recent drone and missile attacks on Israel. Iran launched hundreds of suicide drones and ballistic missiles in response to an airstrike on its consulate building in Syria, which killed top Iranian commanders. President Joe Biden had pledged to support Israel, but aid to the country was delayed due to divisions within the … Continue reading GOP Lawmakers Demand US Retaliate Against Iran Over Attack On Israel

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an independent presidential candidate, has decided against running as a Libertarian candidate in order to focus on securing ballot access in all 50 states. Kennedy made this announcement during a victory celebration in West Des Moines, Iowa, where his campaign successfully met the requirements to appear on the general election ballot. Despite encountering challenges in ballot access across the country, Kennedy … Continue reading RFK Jr. rules out Libertarian run for president

After a brief rebellion by conservative privacy advocates, the House ultimately voted to renew Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) on Friday. The vote, which passed 273-147, saw bipartisan support, with both Republicans and Democrats backing the legislation. Earlier, a group of 19 conservative lawmakers had blocked the bill in protest, but a compromise was reached with Speaker Mike Johnson. Under the … Continue reading House votes to renew FISA spying tool after earlier Republican revolt

A New York judge dismissed former President Trump’s request to delay his upcoming hush money trial, ruling that the trial will proceed as scheduled with jury selection starting on Monday. This decision marks the fourth time in the week that a judge has denied Trump’s attempts to postpone jury selection. Trump’s legal team argued that media coverage had prejudiced potential jurors, making a fair trial … Continue reading Judge rejects Trump bid, rules hush money trial will begin on Monday

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau testified before a probe on Wednesday regarding allegations of Chinese interference in the country’s past two elections. Trudeau denied that China’s meddling affected the outcomes and claimed it was “improbable” that China favored any specific Canadian party. His testimony came after revelations that the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) presented evidence of Chinese interference but no action was taken. The … Continue reading Trudeau Insists China Meddling in His Party’s Favor Had Little Impact on Canadian Elections

House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) received public support from former President Donald Trump amid the threat of losing his speakership. The meeting between Johnson and Trump at Mar-a-Lago comes as Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) filed a motion to remove Johnson as speaker. Trump expressed confidence in Johnson’s leadership despite facing challenges with a slim majority and needing Democratic support to pass legislation. Johnson’s appearance … Continue reading Trump defends Mike Johnson at Mar-a-Lago amid threats to House speakership

The Democratic National Committee (DNC) has made payments to law firms that represented President Joe Biden in the special counsel probe regarding his handling of classified documents, as per federal records. The DNC paid approximately $1.05 million to Bob Bauer’s professional limited liability company since July, with Bauer serving as Biden’s personal attorney in the probe led by special counsel Robert Hur. Additionally, the DNC … Continue reading Democratic National Committee paid lawyers who represented Biden in special counsel probe

The Trump campaign sent a letter to the Commission on Presidential Debates, urging for an earlier start and more debates for the upcoming general election. Campaign managers Susie Wiles and Chris LaCivita emphasized the need for debates to align with the earlier start of voting in recent elections. They stated Trump’s willingness to debate anytime, anywhere. The first debate is scheduled for September 16, earlier … Continue reading Trump campaign calls for earlier and more presidential debates

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries stated that Democrats would not assist GOP leaders in advancing legislation extending the government’s surveillance powers. This comes after a coalition of conservative Republicans and Democrats blocked a rule governing a bipartisan proposal to renew a controversial section of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) and other GOP bills. Jeffries dismissed the idea of Democrats supporting a stand-alone FISA bill, … Continue reading Jeffries: Democrats won’t help Johnson break FISA impasse

The debate over the nation’s warrantless surveillance powers has placed Speaker Mike Johnson, a former critic of the foreign spy program, in a new role advocating for its renewal. Johnson’s shift has caused tension within the GOP, particularly with former President Trump and members of the House Judiciary Committee who support adding a warrant requirement to Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA). … Continue reading Johnson shifts from FISA critic to champion as Speaker

Georgia Republican Lt. Gov. Burt Jones is under investigation for his alleged involvement in efforts to overturn the 2020 presidential election in the state. The Prosecuting Attorneys’ Council of Georgia appointed executive director Peter Skandalakis to lead the investigation. This move follows the disqualification of Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, who had previously sponsored a fundraiser for Jones’s Democratic opponent. Jones was mentioned in … Continue reading Georgia lieutenant governor slams Fani Willis as new prosecutor enters fray

The majority of Republican senators, led by Sen. Lindsey Graham, are urging Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer to ensure a full impeachment trial for Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Forty-three GOP senators signed a letter emphasizing the constitutional responsibility to adjudicate the House’s impeachment. Some Republicans, like Sens. Lisa Murkowski, Susan Collins, and Mitt Romney, did not sign, questioning the evidence. Sens. Tommy Tuberville, Bill … Continue reading Forty-three Senate Republicans demand Schumer hold full Mayorkas impeachment trial

Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis is opposing the recent attempt by former President Donald Trump and his co-defendants to disqualify her office from prosecuting the election subversion case in Georgia. She filed a new court document on Monday asking the Georgia Court of Appeals to uphold Fulton County Superior Court Judge Scott McAfee’s ruling, which permitted her to continue on the case after her … Continue reading Fani Willis pushes back on latest Trump effort to remove her from Georgia election case

Senate Democrats are aiming to swiftly address the House’s impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, with plans to conclude proceedings as soon as possible on Thursday. Senator Debbie Stabenow emphasized the political nature of the impeachment, stating that Democrats will handle it with the necessary seriousness but aim to dispose of it promptly. The proceedings are expected to include speeches and votes on procedural … Continue reading Senate Dems plan to quickly ‘dispose’ of Mayorkas trial

President Joe Biden strongly criticized the Arizona Supreme Court’s decision to uphold an 1864 law severely restricting abortion in the state, allowing exceptions only in cases where the mother’s life is immediately threatened. Biden condemned the ruling, stating it poses a significant threat to women’s health and autonomy, particularly in cases of rape, incest, and health risks. Vice President Kamala Harris squarely blamed former President … Continue reading Biden blasts Arizona Supreme Court abortion ruling

Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene intensified her feud with Speaker Mike Johnson on Tuesday, sending a letter that is poised to inflame tensions as lawmakers return to a crucial legislative session. Greene’s missive marks the latest salvo in her ongoing battle against Johnson, which escalated when she filed a motion to vacate the chair on March 22, a move that could strip Johnson of his speakership. … Continue reading Marjorie Taylor Greene Ups Ante Against Speaker Johnson

A New York appeals court judge denied Donald Trump’s request to pause his hush money trial while he appeals a gag order, following another judge’s rejection of his bid to delay his upcoming criminal trial. Trump’s attorney argued that the gag order violates his client’s rights, preventing him from commenting on court filings and causing harm. However, the district attorney’s office countered, stating that the … Continue reading Appeals court judge rejects Trump’s effort to delay his hush money trial

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., armed with a well-known political surname, poses a significant challenge to President Joe Biden’s reelection bid. Despite being an environmental lawyer Kennedy’s wildcard candidacy has garnered double-digit support, potentially siphoning votes away from Biden, particularly among independents and younger voters. Democrats, wary of past elections where third-party candidates influenced outcomes, are concerned about Kennedy’s impact, especially in key swing states. Democrats … Continue reading ‘Real threat’: US presidential long-shot RFK Jr alarms Democrats

Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida highlighted the significance of spiraling geopolitical tensions, describing it as a “historic turning point” that demands Japan to reassess its defense posture. In anticipation of a crucial summit with US President Joe Biden, Kishida emphasized Japan’s decision to bolster its defense capabilities in response to various global challenges, including Russia’s actions in Ukraine, instability in the Middle East, and tensions … Continue reading Japan’s Kishida warns world at ‘historic turning point’

Former President Trump’s campaign team announced a record-breaking fundraising achievement of over $50 million at a GOP fundraiser in Palm Beach, Florida. Hosted by billionaire John Paulson, the event attracted notable figures such as Steve Wynn and Wilbur Ross. Trump, accompanied by Melania, expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support. Despite this success, Trump still trails behind President Biden in fundraising, who recently raised over $26 … Continue reading Trump campaign raises more than $50 million at Florida fundraiser

A bipartisan effort led by Senator Maria Cantwell and Representative Cathy McMorris Rodgers has produced a preliminary version of the American Privacy Rights Act, aimed at empowering consumers to manage their data privacy. The draft legislation permits consumers to opt out of data collection, edit, or delete their data, and mandates increased transparency from companies regarding their data practices. Notably, all consumers, including minors, will … Continue reading Bipartisan lawmakers unveil data privacy legislation after years of negotiation