The Justice Department has sued six more states—Delaware, Maryland, New Mexico, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washington—for failing to provide statewide voter registration lists, bringing the total to at least 14 states. The department claims the lawsuits aim to ensure election security, while Democratic officials express concern over privacy and the federal overreach into state-run elections. The requests include detailed voter information, including personally identifiable data, … Continue reading Justice Department expands legal action against states that have refused its demands for voter data

Republican Matt Van Epps won a hotly contested special election in Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District, holding the seat for the GOP against Democratic challenger Aftyn Behn. Although Trump carried the district by 22 points in 2024, Democrats narrowed the margin this year, with Van Epps winning by about nine points, highlighting stronger Democratic turnout compared to early voting. Both parties spent heavily on ads, with … Continue reading Republican Matt Van Epps holds deep-red House district in Tennessee special election

President Emmanuel Macron denied plans for a “ministry of truth” in France after criticism from right-wing politicians and media that his anti-disinformation efforts could threaten press freedom. He has called for legislation to quickly block false information online and for professional certification of media outlets to distinguish reliable sources. Critics, including far-right leaders and media outlets owned by Vincent Bolloré, accused Macron of authoritarianism and … Continue reading Macron Denies ‘Ministry Of Truth’ Plan In Standoff With Far Right

Talks between Russia and the U.S. on ending the war in Ukraine were described as constructive by a senior Putin aide, though no agreement has been reached, particularly on territorial issues. Putin met U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner in the Kremlin, while parallel talks between U.S. and Ukrainian officials took place in Florida. Trump’s peace plan, which has raised concerns over concessions to … Continue reading US-Russia talks on Ukraine were ‘constructive’ but work remains, Putin adviser says

US President Donald Trump has threatened military action against Colombia over drug trafficking, warning that those selling cocaine into the US could be attacked. His comments come amid heightened tensions with Venezuela, where the Trump administration has doubled the reward for information leading to President Nicolás Maduro’s capture. Trump reportedly urged Maduro to step down during a phone call, but Maduro refused. The President held … Continue reading Trump threatens attack on Colombia amid Venezuela war fears

In Honduras’ presidential election, former Tegucigalpa Mayor Nasry Asfura and conservative candidate Salvador Nasralla were nearly tied in preliminary results, with Asfura initially holding a slight lead. Voter support for Asfura was influenced by nostalgia for better economic times under the previous National Party government and U.S. President Donald Trump’s endorsement. Trump’s comments and his promise to pardon former President Juan Orlando Hernández may have … Continue reading Trump’s impact is debated in Honduras, where conservatives lead the presidential vote

Sen. Mark Kelly said Monday he will not be silenced by President Trump or Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth after the Department of Defense announced a review of him over alleged misconduct. The comments follow a video in which Kelly and other Democrats told U.S. service members they could refuse illegal orders. Kelly criticized Hegseth for allegedly authorizing a second strike on a Caribbean boat … Continue reading Sen. Kelly slams Trump, calls for investigation into Caribbean strikes and for Hegseth to testify

The White House said Monday that President Trump underwent advanced abdominal and cardiovascular imaging in October as part of a preventative health evaluation. This came after Trump told reporters he had “no idea” what his MRI covered, only that it was not of his brain and that the results were “perfect.” A letter from his physician, Sean Barbabella, stated the imaging was routine for men … Continue reading White House releases details of Trump’s MRI scan

President Donald Trump met with top national security advisers to discuss increasing pressure on Venezuela, according to a senior U.S. official. The meeting occurred as Washington intensified accusations that Venezuela is involved in drug trafficking. Trump escalated tensions by declaring Venezuelan airspace “closed in its entirety,” causing confusion in Caracas. He also confirmed speaking with President Nicolás Maduro, whom the U.S. considers illegitimate, though he … Continue reading White House holds high-level talks as Trump ramps up Venezuela campaign

Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek threatened to investigate and prosecute federal immigration agents operating in the state, accusing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) of using “violent actions” and “stoking fear” under the guise of enforcement. In an Instagram video, she said Oregon would monitor all ICE operations, investigate misconduct, and hold officers accountable if they violate state law. Kotek criticized the use of “excessive force” … Continue reading Oregon Gov. Threatens to Investigate, Prosecute Federal Immigration Agents