Former Rep. George Santos is seeking a second chance and apologizing for his lies and mistakes after being expelled from Congress.
Essex Council has faced criticism for spending £493,000 on payments to comedian Simon Harris for sharing messages on social media during the pandemic, with critics arguing that taxpayers' money should have been prioritized for frontline services.
The Pentagon Inspector General will investigate Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's secret hospitalization and his failure to promptly notify relevant individuals, generating bipartisan outrage.
Hunter Biden's daughter, Naomi, responded to Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's accusations by stating that everyone left the scene when Greene started lying, after which Greene accused Hunter of fleeing once she began exposing the truth about the Biden family's alleged corruption.
Hunter Biden, son of US President Joe Biden, is set to enter a plea on nine tax charges, including evading $1.4m in taxes, in his first appearance in a California federal court.
The Pentagon Inspector General plans to review how the Defense Department handled Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's hospitalization and assess whether their policies and procedures are sufficient in ensuring timely and appropriate notifications and the effective transition of authorities in times of health-based unavailability of senior leadership.
The video is playing in picture-in-picture, with different shows scheduled throughout the day on Fox News Channel and Fox Business Channel, and a live stream of The White House press briefing.
Rapper and country music star Jelly Roll, in his powerful testimony before U.S. lawmakers, highlighted the devastating impact of fentanyl on Americans and urged Congress to pass legislation to address the fentanyl crisis.
Former President Donald Trump defended his businesses accepting payments from foreign governments, stating that the amount of money received was small and that he was providing services in return.
Republican-led congressional committees criticized President Biden for his handling of the Ukraine war, but later blocked a spending bill that would have provided additional aid to Ukraine, creating tension and uncertainty regarding Ukraine aid.
Ralph Recto is set to replace Benjamin Diokno as the finance secretary and head of the Philippines' economic team, with concerns arising over how he will address debt and taxes amid high budget deficit and rising debt levels.
House Republicans are divided over whether to support a short-term government funding extension as Congress approaches the first of two shutdown deadlines next week.
Lawmakers are facing a January 19 deadline to fund the US government and avoid a shutdown, with a short-term solution needed to buy more time, as negotiations continue and House Republicans threaten a shutdown over disagreements on border policy.
US intelligence officials are concerned that Hezbollah could launch an attack in America amid escalating tensions with the group's assault on Israel, with the terrorist group potentially targeting American military or diplomatic personnel in the Middle East or on American soil.
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Jill Biden criticized House Republicans for displaying nude photos of her son during hearings, calling their actions "horrible" and "cruel," while defending her family and expressing her determination to see President Joe Biden win another term.
CNN asks Representative Mike Johnson if he is concerned about being removed as Speaker by Republicans.
The Native American tribes consulted by the National Park Service for the renovation of Welcome Park in Philadelphia were focused on highlighting their own culture and history rather than removing the statue of William Penn, the founder of Pennsylvania, from the site.
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Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-Colo.) has been cleared of domestic violence allegations after police found no evidence to support her husband's claim that she punched him in the face during a fight.
Hunter Biden, the son of President Joe Biden, will be arraigned on nine tax-related charges and is accused of using the money on drugs, escorts, luxury items, and more; the indictment was brought by a U.S. attorney appointed by former President Donald Trump.
Former Congress leader Sonia Gandhi declines an invite to the Ram temple 'pran pratishtha', leading to criticism from the BJP and accusations of disrespect towards Indian culture and Hindu religion.
India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted an article in the Chinese government publication Global Times that praises India's rising global stature, stating that even China has accepted that India is an "economic and strategic power."
Chinese billionaire and member of the Chinese Communist Party, Chen Tianqiao, is the second-largest foreign landowner in the US, owning approximately 200,000 acres of land in Oregon and having extensive ties to the Chinese government.
### Summary The new political cliques in Congress are more fragmented and unconventional, with various archetypes emerging, such as the Desert Weirdos in Arizona, the Oldest Guard led by longstanding politicians, the Squad Plus of progressive Democrats, the "Debate Me" Bros who thrive on arguments, the Trad Chads combining social conservatism with economic populism, the CrossFit Chaos Monsters using extreme conspiracy theories for attention, the Dark Brandoneers who mix conservative views with progressive policies, the Friends of Harlan who prioritize corporate interests, the Very Concerned Republicans who obstruct the Democratic agenda, the Rural Grrls who represent conservative Democrat-held districts, the Ineffectual Anti-McConnells trying to challenge GOP leader Mitch McConnell, and the Mods who navigate the middle ground of the Democratic Party.
Joe: Trump made an incredible political mistake last night by engaging in "massive" gaslighting when it comes to Ron DeSantis.
Vietnam's Communist Party leader Nguyen Phu Trong is expected to miss a state visit amid concerns about his health, as he has not been seen in public since December 26.
Justice Ijaz Ul Ahsan, next-in-line to become the chief justice of Pakistan, has resigned, with speculation suggesting that he may have chosen to leave in order to avoid potential accountability over two separate references against him, while legal experts have described his jurisprudence as controversial.
Ghanaian businessman Nana Kwame Bediako, also known as Cheddar, paid GH₵30,000 to secure the Black Star Square for The Convention event, despite the Office of the President announcing the revocation of the permit and plans to refund GH₵10,000.
Senator Kyrsten Sinema voted against the confirmation of a federal judge nominated by President Joe Biden, making it her first opposition to a judicial appointee during his administration, indicating her independence from the Democratic Party.
The UK government has committed to military action against Houthi militants in Yemen, a decision that has raised skepticism and calls for parliamentary involvement.
The Congress party is facing dissent over its decision not to attend the consecration ceremony of the Ram temple in Ayodhya, with party leaders expressing disappointment and calling it a political decision.
House Deputy Speaker Ralph Recto has been appointed as the secretary of the Department of Finance, replacing outgoing Finance Secretary Benjamin Diokno, with senators expressing confidence in his knowledge of economics and ability to drive economic reforms.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has seemingly addressed rumors about his use of body doubles, stating that classmates and fellow students often don't recognize him, amid ongoing speculation about his health and the use of body doubles in public appearances.
Russian President Vladimir Putin's oldest daughter Maria Vorontsova gave a rare interview in which she described Russia as a "human-centric" society, emphasizing the value of human life.
The ITV drama on the Post Office scandal has prompted the government to announce a change in the law following a generational failure, leading to questions for politicians and the demand for justice from millions who were let down for a long time.
Conservative Republicans are considering the possibility of removing Speaker Mike Johnson over a spending deal, similar to what happened to his predecessor Kevin McCarthy, although some Republicans do not take the talk of ousting Johnson seriously.
Prominent Kapu leader Mudragada Padmanabham's plans to join the YSR Congress party have been derailed, leading him to consider joining either the TDP or Jana Sena party.
The YSRCP party has gained another member named Kesineni Nani, joining their already impressive lineup of four other Nanis, making a total of five Nanis who openly oppose Chandra Babu and Pawan Kalyan.
Prominent industrialist and politician Potluri Vara Prasad (PVP) is reportedly relieved with the resignation of Vijayawada MP Kesineni Nani from the Telugu Desam Party, as it may clear the way for PVP's entry into the party.
MT Vasudevan Nair criticized the corruption of power and the decline of moral values in politics, expressing concern over the totalitarianism and misuse of power in governance.
Russian President Vladimir Putin made a viral video appearance in which he was seen tightly clutching a chair while discussing his career and training in "illegal intelligence," according to Ukrainian internal affairs adviser Anton Gerashchenko.
Democrats are largely unconcerned about the political fallout from Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's undisclosed absence and his failure to inform the Biden administration about his prostate cancer surgery, instead expressing sympathy and a willingness to wait before assessing the broader consequences of the situation.
Marjorie Taylor Greene responded angrily after Hunter Biden walked out of a Congressional hearing, accusing him of being afraid of the truth and having a temper tantrum.
Senior YSR Congress party MP Vallabhaneni Balasouri has resigned from the party after realizing he will not be given a ticket for either the Lok Sabha or state assembly elections in Andhra Pradesh.
Kapu revolutionist Mudragada Padmanabham, who was set to join YSRCP, has cut ties with the party and is now in touch with Jana Sena Party and Telugu Desam Party.
Union Minister Smriti Irani visits Madinah in Saudi Arabia without a headgear, sparking controversy among some Muslims in the Indian subcontinent and Pakistan.
Israeli parliamentarian Ofer Cassif has caused controversy by supporting South Africa's case against Israel for genocide, stating that he stands against a government that calls for ethnic cleansing and actual genocide. Cassif, a member of the left-wing, Arab-majority Hadash-Ta'al party, has been a vocal critic of Israeli policies and a proponent of a two-state solution for Israel and Palestine. His stance has garnered both support and opposition among the Israeli public.
House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer argues that it was the Biden family, not Republicans, who were "played" by Hunter Biden's surprise appearance during a hearing on whether to hold him in contempt of Congress.
Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy hosted a dinner for consulate representatives of 13 countries, aiming to foster international collaboration and attract investment in the state.