Special counsel Jack Smith is urging the Supreme Court to expedite Donald Trump's criminal trial, as it is believed that if the trial is delayed and Trump is reelected in 2024, he could potentially use his presidential powers to shut down federal cases and pardon his alleged co-conspirators, potentially preventing the trial from ever happening.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has hailed the passage of three criminal Bills in Parliament as a watershed moment, marking the end of colonial era laws and ushering in a new era focused on public service and welfare.
The Pentagon has released official guidance to reduce harm to civilians from U.S. military operations, following a series of high-profile instances of civilian casualties, with changes that aim to embed a new ethos across the department and better investigate and respond to incidents when civilian harm does occur.
Former Alderman Ed Burke has been found guilty on 13 counts of corruption, after using his power to win private law business from developers during his 54-year tenure as the longest-serving City Council member in Chicago history.
Republican Rep. Tim Burchett claims conservative congressmen are being blackmailed with sex tapes, leading them to vote for "crazy stuff" in Congress, echoing comments made by former Rep. Madison Cawthorn.
Sen. Bob Menendez blocked the Senate confirmation of two agriculture-related nominees in protest of the Biden administration's lack of responsiveness, but some see it as retribution for Sen. Debbie Stabenow calling for Menendez's resignation following his federal indictment on corruption charges.
President Joe Biden believes the proposed purchase of U.S. Steel by Nippon Steel deserves serious scrutiny due to national security and supply chain concerns, according to a top White House official, highlighting the stakes involved in blocking the deal on these grounds.
Rep. Jim Jordan tried to criticize President Biden's alleged involvement in his son's business deals, but his comments only served to remind people of the grifters in the GOP, including Donald Trump.
The Secret Service has opened an investigation into actor John Schneider's statements against President Joe Biden, after he called for the hanging of the President and his son Hunter Biden, despite Schneider claiming that he did not threaten or imply violence in his remarks.
Americans are becoming more optimistic about the state of the economy, which is good news for President Joe Biden, but experts say the improved sentiment is likely due to macro trends and not Biden's specific policies.
Political consultant and MSNBC contributor Tim Miller criticized New York Mayor Eric Adams for his bizarre response to a simple question about describing the year in one word, which appeared to suggest that the 9/11 terror attacks contributed to New York being the greatest city on earth.
The White House national security spokesperson listed various achievements of President Biden's foreign policy, including support for Ukraine, the Indo-Pacific and Quad alliance, the AUKUS deal, and revitalizing alliances and partnerships.
Israeli information-manipulation firm exposed in an investigative news story leads to indictments in France, while Israeli police have failed to take action.
A new poll suggests that President Biden faces a political risk as younger Democrats increasingly disapprove of his handling of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, which could impact the 2024 election.
Former Michigan House Speaker Lee Chatfield's top staffers, Rob and Anne Minard, have been charged with felony embezzlement, having financially exploited political fundraising accounts through improper reimbursements and falsification of records, all while taking advantage of weak transparency laws, ultimately obtaining $525,000.
President Joe Biden plans to renominate Derek Chollet as the Pentagon's policy chief, a move that is likely to face opposition from Republicans due to contentious abortion policies and the administration's withdrawal from Afghanistan.
The Winter Session of the Indian Parliament concluded with the suspension of three more opposition MPs, bringing the total number of suspensions to 146 and resulting in accusations of the government using suspensions to "bulldoze" important bills.
Former staffers for Michigan House Speaker Lee Chatfield, Rob and Anne Minard, are facing charges for misappropriating funds from various entities, including non-profit organizations, campaign committees, and a lobbying firm, with allegations of conducting a criminal enterprise, embezzlement, and filing a false tax return.
White House correspondent Simon Ateba faced criticism after insinuating a scandal by tweeting about Vice President Kamala Harris' husband having coffee with an unknown woman in a public location, despite no evidence suggesting anything inappropriate.
Matthew Stickney, a Jan. 6 rioter charged with disorderly conduct, had his Google search history, which included inquiries about carrying weapons on a plane and the legality of weed in D.C., used as evidence against him.
A defense contractor involved in a major bribery scandal is set to face additional charges after returning to the US from Venezuela as part of a prisoner exchange, according to federal prosecutors.
Argentina's new president, Javier Milei, is pushing through a series of shock-therapy reforms, including deregulation, privatisation, and labor reform, bypassing Congress and potentially laying the foundations for the dollarisation of the economy.
Records released by House Republicans reveal that Joe Biden exchanged numerous emails with his son Hunter's business associate during his time as vice president, some of which were sent while he was traveling to Ukraine and his son was working for a Ukrainian gas company.
The recent failure of Congress to pass aid to Ukraine is seen as a significant advantage for Russian President Vladimir Putin, according to Sen. Mark Warner, who says it is a "tremendous gift" to him.
Republicans on the House Judiciary Committee are requesting information from Special Counsel Jack Smith regarding the DOJ's investigation into former President Donald Trump, citing concerns about impartiality and political targeting.
Canadian Liberals are engaged in damage control after a video showed a Palestinian terror leader thanking Canada for supporting a ceasefire in Gaza, with Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly tweeting that Canada considers Hamas to be terrorists and condemning their recent terror attacks.
Poland's new justice minister, Adam Bodnar, has pledged to find any loopholes in the legal system to reverse the rule of law breaches by the previous government and restore the justice system to its former state, while also prioritizing reforms such as introducing a new law on the National Council of Judiciary and repairing the constitutional court.
Former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani has filed for bankruptcy after being ordered to pay $148 million in a defamation case, alleging threats against Georgia election workers, as part of mounting legal and personal pressures against him.
The virtual rally held by the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) party, featuring an AI-crafted speech by Imran Khan, garnered over 10 million viewers worldwide and showcased the party's immense support base, solidifying its position as a powerful political force leading up to the planned elections on February 8.
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas considered resigning in 2000 due to dissatisfaction with his salary, but ultimately did not follow through on the threat.
Democratic Unionist Party (DUP) MP Sammy Wilson has acknowledged that he was wrong about when a whistleblower alerted Sinn Féin to flaws in the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) scheme, as part of a resolution reached in a libel case brought by Sinn Féin's Michelle O'Neill. A financial settlement has been agreed, and Wilson will make a donation to a charity chosen by O'Neill. The RHI scheme, which aimed to incentivize the use of environmentally friendly wood pellet burning systems, became scandalous due to high subsidies, leading to the collapse of Stormont's power-sharing executive in 2017.
President Bola Tinubu allegedly imposed a resolution on Governor Siminalayi Fubara concerning the crisis in Rivers State, leading the governor to sign the document under duress.
The 118th Congress has been the least productive in modern history, marked by gridlock, government shutdowns, censures, and controversial actions by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, leaving lawmakers ready to bid farewell to a turbulent 2023.
Rudy Giuliani, former New York City mayor and lawyer for Donald Trump, has filed for bankruptcy after being ordered to pay $148 million in a defamation lawsuit, and he may owe up to $500 million in debt.
Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani filed for bankruptcy as he faces mounting legal bills, including a $148 million damages order, stemming from his attempts to overturn the 2020 election results for former President Donald Trump.
Siddipet, Gajwel, and Hyderabad South are the top three areas in Telangana with the highest non-payment of electricity dues, according to Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy, who called on local politicians to take responsibility for clearing the outstanding debts in their constituencies.
The Irish Prime Minister, Leo Varadkar, has faced criticism for his government's decision to sue the British government over its Northern Ireland Troubles (Legacy and Reconciliation) Act, despite his own country's history of granting amnesty to unconvicted IRA members.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams faces lawsuits from two city unions as they challenge his budget cuts, with the United Federation of Teachers suing to block education funding reductions based on the mayor's cost projection for supporting migrants.
The US and Venezuela conducted a prisoner exchange, releasing unjustly imprisoned Americans and Venezuelan political prisoners in an effort to normalize relations and prepare for elections in 2024.
Rudy Giuliani has filed for bankruptcy after being ordered to pay $148 million in a defamation lawsuit, listing nearly $153 million in debts and estimating his assets to be between $1 million and $10 million.
Paul Whelan, a U.S. Marine veteran imprisoned in Russia, feels "abandoned" by his country and called the inaction of successive presidential administrations a "serious betrayal."
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas expressed concerns over higher salaries for justices more than two decades ago, according to a memo obtained by ProPublica and The New York Times.
Star wrestler Sakshi Malik breaks down during a press conference and quits wrestling after the election of Sanjay Singh as the president of the Wrestling Federation of India, accusing Singh of sexual harassment and alleging the BJP government shielded him.
Pastor Julie Green, a supporter of the MAGA movement, claimed that Russian President Vladimir Putin has "explosive evidence" about President Joe Biden's deals with Russia, although there is no evidence to support her claims.
Parliament Winter Session Highlights: The Centre passed three new criminal code bills in the Rajya Sabha unanimously, including bills to regulate the appointment of top election officers and the telecommunications bill.
Jill Biden's former press secretary, Michael LaRosa, reportedly attempted to bring two dates to a secure hotel floor where the president was staying during the 2022 NATO summit in Madrid, leading to his forced resignation and subsequent criticism of the White House.
The Odisha unit of BJP is demanding that a case be registered against social media influencer Kamiya Jani and BJD leader VK Pandian for allowing Jani, who is accused of promoting beef, access to the revered premises of the Jagannath temple.
Donald Tusk has sparked a censorship debate in the EU after taking control of Poland's state media by dismissing "biased" media leaders, resulting in the shutdown of TVP Info, in an attempt to restore impartiality according to Tusk, despite criticism of the former Right-wing government's use of state media as a mouthpiece.
An American citizen wrongfully detained in Russia for five years, Paul Whelan, fears for his safety after being assaulted by another inmate and targeted by an official at the prison camp where he is held.
Albania's parliament has voted to strip former president Sali Berisha of his legal immunity after he was charged with corruption, potentially leading to his arrest and a jail sentence of four to 12 years if found guilty.