Republican Congressman Doug LaMalfa of California has died unexpectedly at age 65, further narrowing the GOP’s slim majority in the U.S. House of Representatives. LaMalfa, a former rice farmer elected to Congress in 2013, focused on agriculture, water issues, and support for rural communities. President Trump and colleagues paid tribute, with Trump calling him a “great member” who voted with him consistently. LaMalfa’s death, coupled … Continue reading US Congressman Doug LaMalfa dies unexpectedly at 65

President Trump and his administration are exploring “a range of options” to acquire Greenland, including the potential use of the U.S. military, though Secretary of State Marco Rubio told lawmakers that the preferred approach is to purchase the island from Denmark. The president has argued that Greenland is strategically vital for U.S. national security, citing Russian and Chinese activity in the Arctic, while Denmark and … Continue reading Trump weighs using U.S. military to acquire Greenland

Secretary of State Marco Rubio told lawmakers that U.S. threats over Greenland do not signal an imminent invasion and that the administration’s preferred goal is to purchase the island from Denmark. His remarks came amid increasingly aggressive rhetoric from President Trump and senior officials, who have declined to rule out using military force to secure Greenland for national security reasons. Rubio sought to downplay fears … Continue reading Rubio Tells Lawmakers Trump Aims to Buy Greenland, Downplays Military Action

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announced Monday that he will not seek reelection, citing the need to focus on defending the state against fraud allegations and right-wing attacks, including from President Trump. Walz, a Democrat and 2024 vice-presidential candidate, faced scrutiny over alleged child-care fraud in Minnesota, which federal authorities say involved more than $250 million. He criticized Trump and Republicans for politicizing the allegations, while … Continue reading Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz ends reelection bid amid child-care fraud scandal

President Trump on Sunday criticized Colombian President Gustavo Petro, accusing him of running cocaine operations and suggesting the U.S. might take action in Colombia. He also renewed his interest in acquiring Greenland, citing national security reasons, claiming Denmark “cannot” manage the territory. Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen sharply rebuked Trump, stressing Greenland is part of NATO and is not for sale. Leaders from Finland, Norway, … Continue reading Trump warns ‘sick’ South American leader, reiterates ‘we need Greenland’ for national security

Deposed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, pleaded not guilty to narco-terrorism charges in a New York federal court on Monday, following their capture in a U.S. military operation. They are accused of using Maduro’s authority to facilitate large-scale cocaine shipments to the United States and could face life in prison if convicted. Their next court appearance is scheduled for March 17, … Continue reading Maduro calls himself a ‘prisoner of war’ after pleading not guilty in court