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Senate Advances $1B Security Funding for White House Ballroom

Senate Republicans are advancing a $1 billion security funding request for President Donald Trump's proposed White House ballroom as part of a larger immigration enforcement bill. The measure, which includes about $70 billion for federal agencies leading Trump's mass deportation campaign, is set to

May 11, 10:36 AM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

11 articles from 7 publishers

PoliticsLegislation

Gunfire Erupts in Philippine Senate During Arrest Attempt

Gunfire erupted inside the Philippine Senate on Wednesday evening during an attempt to arrest Senator Ronald 'Bato' dela Rosa, who is wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for alleged crimes against humanity related to his role in former President Rodrigo Duterte's war on drugs. The incid

May 11, 6:45 AM ET Est. Read: 3 Mins

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PoliticsHumanRights

Abe Foxman, ADL Leader for Nearly Three Decades, Dies at 86

Abraham H. Foxman, who served as the national director of the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) for nearly three decades, has died at age 86. Foxman led the ADL from 1987 until his retirement in 2015 and was a forceful advocate for American Jews. He counseled presidents and diplomats, CEOs and celebritie

May 11, 1:02 AM ET Est. Read: 2 Mins

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Diplomacy

Netanyahu Aims to End U.S. Military Aid by 2028

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced his intention to phase out annual U.S. military aid over the next decade during a CBS News interview aired Sunday on 60 Minutes . Speaking with CBS News chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett, Netanyahu stated he wants to 'draw down to zero'

May 10, 9:33 PM ET·2 min read

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Elections

AOC Dismisses 2028 Presidential Speculation

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) dismissed speculation about running for president in 2028 during a conversation with Democratic strategist David Axelrod at the University of Chicago's Institute of Politics on Friday night. She emphasized that her ambition is to change the country rather than

May 10, 8:24 AM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Supreme Court Extends Abortion Pill Access by Mail

The U.S. Supreme Court extended access to the abortion pill mifepristone by mail until Thursday at 5 p.m., maintaining a temporary order that blocks a lower court ruling restricting nationwide access to the drug. Justice Samuel Alito signed the extension, which will expire on Thursday. This decision

May 10, 8:24 AM ET·4 min read

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Legislation

Brazil Court Blocks Bolsonaro Sentence Reduction

Brazil's Supreme Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes has suspended a bill that would have dramatically reduced former President Jair Bolsonaro's 27-year prison sentence for his role in plotting a coup after losing the 2022 election. The ruling comes as Brazil prepares for upcoming elections, with Bols

May 10, 8:24 AM ET·2 min read

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Elections

UK Elections: Reform Surge Shakes Up Politics

The UK local elections resulted in significant political shifts, with Reform UK and the Green Party making historic gains while Labour faced substantial losses. According to multiple reports, Reform UK secured its first council victories, including control of Essex county council and Sunderland city

May 9, 7:14 PM ET·2 min read

30 articles from 4 publishers

Elections

One Nation Wins Historic Farrer By-Election

One Nation made history on Saturday by winning its first federal lower house seat in the Farrer by-election, ending 76 years of Coalition rule. According to Al Jazeera, David Farley secured around 58% of the two-candidate-preferred vote against independent Michelle Milthorpe's approximately 42%. The

May 9, 9:28 AM ET·2 min read

11 articles from 4 publishers

Government

Magyar Sworn In as Hungary PM, Ending Orbán’s Era

Péter Magyar was sworn in as Hungary’s prime minister on May 9th, ending Viktor Orbán's 16-year rule. His center-right Tisza party secured a constitutional majority with 141 out of 199 seats , the largest victory for any party since Hungary’s post-Communist history. The inauguration was celebrated b

May 9, 9:28 AM ET·4 min read

24 articles from 9 publishers

Government

Cohutta Council Reinstates Police Force After Mayor's Firing

The Cohutta town council in a small Georgia mountain community called a special meeting on Friday to discuss reinstating the police department after Mayor Ron Shinnick fired the chief and all officers. The notice for the meeting, posted outside the Cohutta Town Hall, also mentioned considering a req

May 9, 5:53 AM ET·2 min read

4 articles from 4 publishers

Diplomacy

Four Convicted in Haitian President's Assassination Plot

A federal jury in Miami has convicted four men— Arcangel Pretel Ortiz , Antonio Intriago , Walter Veintemilla , and James Solages —of conspiracy to assassinate Haitian President Jovenel Moïse . The defendants were found guilty of conspiring to kill or kidnap Moïse, providing material support for the

May 8, 4:34 PM ET·3 min read

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Legislation

ABC Challenges FCC Over 'The View' Scrutiny

ABC has filed a petition with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) challenging its scrutiny of 'The View' , accusing the agency of violating First Amendment rights. The dispute centers on whether 'The View' qualifies as a bona fide news program exempt from equal time rules for political candi

May 8, 4:34 PM ET·2 min read

12 articles from 9 publishers

Elections

Plaid Cymru Wins Welsh Elections

Plaid Cymru has won the Welsh Senedd elections, securing 43 out of 96 seats and ending nearly three decades of Labour dominance. The center-left nationalist party is now poised to form a government in Wales, with its leader Rhun ap Iorwerth officially sworn in as first minister on Tuesday. The victo

May 8, 1:40 PM ET·3 min read

19 articles from 4 publishers

Elections

Starmer Faces Resignation Calls After Labour's Election Losses

Prime Minister Keir Starmer is facing intense pressure to resign after Labour suffered significant losses in local elections across England, Scotland, and Wales. According to multiple reports, Wes Streeting's resignation as Health Secretary and subsequent announcement to challenge Starmer have added

May 8, 9:02 AM ET·3 min read

24 articles from 9 publishers

Impeachment

South Africa's Court Revives Ramaphosa Impeachment

South Africa's Constitutional Court has ruled that parliament acted unlawfully by blocking impeachment proceedings against President Cyril Ramaphosa, reviving the process based on allegations from the 'Farmgate' scandal. The court ordered an independent panel’s report be referred to an impeachment c

May 8, 6:51 AM ET·3 min read

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Legislation

Tshisekedi Opens Door to Third Term

Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) President Felix Tshisekedi has sparked controversy by expressing openness to a third term if supported through a referendum. According to TimesLIVE , Tshisekedi stated at a press conference that while he hasn't sought an extension, he would accept it if the people

May 8, 4:58 AM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Trump Administration Pushes to Allow USPS Handgun Mailing

The Trump administration is pushing to allow the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) to mail handguns, following a Department of Justice declaration that a 99-year-old ban on the practice is unconstitutional. According to Los Angeles Times , CBS News , and The Guardian , this proposed policy has sparked sign

May 8, 3:13 AM ET·3 min read

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Government

China Sentences Ex-Defense Ministers to Death with Reprieve

China has sentenced former defense ministers Wei Fenghe and Li Shangfu to death with reprieve over graft charges, according to state news agency Xinhua. The sentences underscore the severity of an ongoing anti-corruption campaign led by President Xi Jinping since 2012. The two men were convicted of

May 8, 1:28 AM ET·2 min read

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GovernmentMIXED REPORTS

Leavitt Welcomes Second Child as Press Secretary

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has announced the birth of her second child, a baby girl named Viviana or 'Vivi', according to BBC News , CBS News , and PBS . The baby was born on May 1st. In an Instagram post, Leavitt expressed her joy and love for her new daughter. The press secretary

May 7, 7:16 PM ET·1 min read

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Legislation

Fetterman Rejects Party-Switch Rumors

Senator John Fetterman (D-Pa.) has firmly rejected reports suggesting he might switch parties, reaffirming his commitment to the Democratic Party in an op-ed for The Washington Post . He emphasized that 'working across the aisle is the only way forward' and stated he has no plans to leave his party.

May 7, 7:16 PM ET·3 min read

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Security

Kazmierczak Pleads Guilty to Assaulting Rep. Omar

Anthony Kazmierczak, 55, pleaded guilty Thursday to assaulting Democratic Rep. Ilhan Omar by spraying her with apple cider vinegar during a January town hall meeting in Minneapolis. According to PBS , Kazmierczak faces up to 14 months in prison for the federal charge of assaulting a U.S. officer, th

May 7, 7:16 PM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

US to Revoke Passports Over Unpaid Child Support

The U.S. State Department will begin revoking passports of parents who owe significant unpaid child support, according to multiple reports. The revocations start on Friday, initially targeting those who owe $100,000 or more , affecting approximately 2,700 American passport holders . This initiative

May 7, 7:16 PM ET·2 min read

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Legislation

Trump Calls for Charges Against Jeffries

President Donald Trump has called for criminal charges against House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, accusing him of inciting violence. According to Al Jazeera , Trump shared a social media post linking past comments by Jeffries to the White House correspondents’ dinner shooting incident that targe

May 7, 4:37 PM ET·1 min read

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Politics

Senate Advances $1B Security Funding for White House Ballroom

Gunfire Erupts in Philippine Senate During Arrest Attempt

Abe Foxman, ADL Leader for Nearly Three Decades, Dies at 86

Netanyahu Aims to End U.S. Military Aid by 2028

AOC Dismisses 2028 Presidential Speculation

Supreme Court Extends Abortion Pill Access by Mail

Brazil Court Blocks Bolsonaro Sentence Reduction

UK Elections: Reform Surge Shakes Up Politics

One Nation Wins Historic Farrer By-Election

Magyar Sworn In as Hungary PM, Ending Orbán’s Era

Cohutta Council Reinstates Police Force After Mayor's Firing

Four Convicted in Haitian President's Assassination Plot

ABC Challenges FCC Over 'The View' Scrutiny