Politics
Louisiana Attorney General Murrill sees all felony charges dropped by special prosecutor
The case, which Murrill says was never a crime, has formally ended without a conviction.
US House Passes Partial Congressional Stock Trading Ban, 232–198
The GOP-backed bill combines restrictions on lawmakers' stock trading with a federal voter ID requirement, drawing opposition from dozens of Democrats.
US House Passes $1.15 Trillion Defense Bill Amid Iran War Tensions
The National Defense Authorization Act faces bipartisan opposition over its link to the Iran war.
Salman Rushdie's Attacker Faces Federal Terrorism Trial in US
Hadi Matar, already serving a state prison sentence, now faces a federal trial focused on alleged terrorist motives.
Democratic Socialist Francesca Hong Leads Wisconsin Governor Primary Poll
A Marquette Law School survey shows Hong at 26% among Democratic voters, with 45% undecided ahead of the August primary.
US Senate Panel Advances Insulin Price Cap to $35
The Health Committee voted 17-5 to send the bill to the full Senate, despite Republican objections.
Trump to Expand Data Center Power Cost Pledge to Utilities, Governors
The initiative, set to be announced Thursday, targets electricity costs for AI-driven data centers.
Trump administration weighs military options in Mali, officials say
Potential strikes could mark the eighth country the U.S. has targeted under President Trump, potentially focusing on an al-Qaeda-linked group.
Judge Blocks Deportation of Witness to Fatal Houston ICE Shooting
The witness was in a vehicle when an ICE agent fatally shot Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, a Mexican homebuilder.
US Senate Bill Would Ban President and Top Officials from Issuing Digital Assets
The Clarity Act includes a temporary restriction on federal officials issuing or sponsoring digital assets, with a 2029 sunset provision.
Senate Democrats demand investigation into fired IRS lawyer Kenneth Kies
A group of senators questions whether Kies lost his job after clashing with the White House over audit matters.
Poll: MAGA Base Support for Iran War Drops Amid Economic Concerns
A new poll shows a decline in the share of Trump's core supporters who believe the conflict with Iran is worth the economic cost.
NYC Mayor Mamdani Appoints Lina Khan as Chair of Economic Development Board
The city's economic development agency leadership changes are underway.
US Senate Panel to Vote on Bill Targeting Chinese-Owned Automakers
The legislation would bar companies with significant Chinese ownership from the US market, potentially affecting brands like Mercedes.
10% of Americans see politics as top safety threat, study finds
The figure is nearly ten times the global average of 1%, with a sharp rise from 6% in 2021.
US seeks forfeiture of $25 million in crypto linked to global scams
The funds are tied to investigations into romance and investment fraud networks operating internationally.
Trump Threatens to Bomb Iranian Bridges, Power Plants for Each Attack on Ships in Hormuz
The US president issued a warning on Truth Social, escalating threats amid ongoing conflict in the Strait of Hormuz.
Australia Raises China's Missile Test Concerns in Meeting with Top Diplomat Wang Yi
Chinese Foreign Minister urged Australia to abandon 'double standards' as Canberra expressed concerns over military development and a recent missile test.
UK PM Burnham to Review Early Prisoner Release Scheme
The decision follows announced plans that would shorten sentences for thousands of inmates.
Chinese, Filipino ministers meet in Manila for first talks in two years
The meeting, held on the sidelines of Asean talks, focused on reducing miscalculation risks after recent South China Sea tensions.
Lavrov and Rubio to meet in Philippines on Thursday
Russian foreign minister says he will ask about Trump's stance on ending the Ukraine war.
UK Defence Secretary Streeting Apologises After Mic Picks Up Prison Remarks
Ministers caught on microphone making comments about early prisoner release draw apology and criticism.
Singapore PM Wong appoints Shanmugam as Senior Minister, Ng Chee Meng returns to Cabinet
Experienced leaders take senior roles as younger office holders move up in a reshuffle announced on Wednesday.
Kalshi Launches Midterm Election Forecasting Hub
The platform combines prediction market odds with polling and fundraising data for Senate, House, and gubernatorial races.
Ukrainian Drone Strikes Hit Russian Online Retailer Wildberries, Officials Say
Logistics hubs in southern Russia were targeted, with conflicting reports on casualties and exact locations.
Hitler's Austrian Birthplace to Become a Police Station
The Austrian government announced that the house where Adolf Hitler was born will be converted into a police station.
Rubio Warns of Iran's Demand for Control of Hormuz at ASEAN Meet
US Secretary of State says Tehran is demanding illegal control of the Strait of Hormuz, threatening freedom of navigation.
Rubio and Jaishankar Meet in Manila
Top US and Indian diplomats met in Manila to discuss tariffs, energy, and defense.
Prosecutors and Defense Propose June 2027 Trial for Ousted Venezuelan Leader Nicolas Maduro
The proposed date emerges in the case against Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores.
US Open to Negotiated Solutions with Iran, Rubio Says
US Secretary of State says Washington is open to talks but accuses Iran of lacking seriousness.