Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar objected to AAP MP Raghav Chadha's protest in the House after Opposition leaders demanded a discussion on the recent security breach in Parliament.
Daily Kos is encouraging people to get involved in the upcoming elections and is showing solidarity with the Black community.
Senator Josh Hawley threatens to hold up the defense bill in order to expand federal benefits for people exposed to nuclear waste, but his efforts fail and the bill is passed without the radiation exposure provision.
Telangana Governor Tamilisai Soundararajan stated that the recent Assembly elections have liberated the state from repression and autocratic rule, leading to a new era of freedom and democratic governance.
Jailed Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny has been moved from a penal colony, and his lawyers have not been able to locate him since December 6, with the Kremlin claiming to have "no information" about his whereabouts.
BJP MP Nishikant Dubey questioned the opposition's demand for a statement from PM Modi or Amit Shah regarding the Lok Sabha security breach, stating that it is the responsibility of the Lok Sabha secretariat, not the government; this statement drew strong reactions from opposition leaders.
Senate Democrats are divided over an emerging border deal that may include tough asylum policy reforms, leading some lawmakers to express concerns that the deal will be rushed without their input.
The Bharatiya Janata Party and Trinamool Congress are engaged in a war of words after the arrest of Lalit Mohan Jha in connection with the Parliament security breach, with the Bengal BJP accusing TMC MLA Tapas Roy of having a close association with Jha and calling for an investigation into their alleged connivance.
Hungary blocked the European Union's $55 billion aid package to Ukraine, despite the EU's decision to allow membership talks, further solidifying Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán's close ties with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Republicans are confident about their impeachment investigation into President Joe Biden, even though their allegations lack evidence, and they hope to conclude the investigation "expeditiously" and decide whether to draft articles of impeachment.
Young conservatives are revisiting former president Richard Nixon's divisive legacy as a means of rehabilitating both Nixon and Donald Trump, using Nixon's achievements and failures to shape the public perception of Trump and defend conservative presidents against criticism.
Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy's final address to Congress, where he urged fellow Republicans to not be fearful of their beliefs, received a sarcastic response from CNN's Jake Tapper due to McCarthy's past endorsement of Donald Trump and role in rehabilitating Trump's image among Republicans.
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua breaks protocol during presidential function by inviting MPs Phelix Odiwuor (Jalang'o) and John Kiarie (KJ) to address guests at the launch of construction works for the Riruta-Ngong Commuter Rail line in Kajiado County.
Five persons have been arrested for a security breach in the Indian Parliament, where two men smuggled in and set off smoke bombs, causing panic.
The Congress government in Telangana has reduced the security cover for former Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao and other politicians, scaling down from Z to Y category security.
Former Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrashekar Rao has been discharged from Yashoda Hospital after a successful left hip replacement surgery necessitated by a fracture sustained during a fall at his farmhouse.
Telangana CM Revanth Reddy has replaced three commissioners in the GHMC area and appointed highly rated IAS officer Amrapali, who has a Telugu connection, to Telangana administration duties.
Republicans are mocked by guest host Kal Penn on "The Daily Show" for their impeachment inquiry into Joe Biden, with Penn accusing them of wanting a "Biden impeached" headline and making an X-rated insult towards a GOP congresswoman.
Alabama Senator Tommy Tuberville's months-long hold on military promotions, which was in protest of a Pentagon policy allowing service members to be reimbursed for travel to receive abortion care, has led to a bill granting back pay to senior officers whose promotions were delayed.
Former State Department special adviser on Iran, Gabriel Noronha, was ridiculed for mistaking the Washington Post's Christmas lights for the Palestinian flag.
The BRS party has reduced its media workforce by almost 50% after losing power, and there are indications that even the remaining employees may be phased out after the upcoming elections.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister, Jagan Mohan Reddy, is focusing on appeasing backward classes by allocating a significant number of Lok Sabha seats to OBCs in the upcoming elections, leading to concerns about the satisfaction of other caste groups.
Georgia Representative Rich McCormick apologized to Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene for touching her on the House floor, stating that it was not meant aggressively but as a compliment, after Greene accused him of grabbing and shaking her during a disagreement on censuring Representative Rashida Tlaib.
Former Speaker Kevin McCarthy wrapped up his 2023 on Capitol Hill with a farewell speech, reflecting on his time in Congress and expressing his love for the job.
The Manhattan-based dance company featured in the White House's annual Christmas video endorses far-left causes and activists, promoting prison abolition, defunding law enforcement, and supporting organizations such as Black Lives Matter and the antisemitic group INCITE! Women of Color Against Violence.
Hong Kong police have issued million-dollar bounties for five overseas-based activists, including an American citizen, as part of a crackdown under the China-imposed national security law, sparking international backlash.
The Senate has delayed its holiday break to reach a deal on President Biden's emergency spending bill, which includes assistance to Ukraine and immigration reforms, while the GOP-controlled House won't return until January, potentially postponing critical assistance to Ukraine.
California Governor Gavin Newsom appeared on "Late Night with Seth Meyers" and provided reasons for why San Francisco has become a favored target of Republicans, citing Rep. Nancy Pelosi, Vice President Kamala Harris, and California's strong economy as factors.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz used a strategic move, suggesting Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán leave the room during discussions on Ukraine's accession to the EU, ultimately leading to the historic decision to open accession negotiations with Ukraine.
Republican Representative Kevin McCarthy is resigning from his seat, further narrowing the slim Republican majority in the House, after an ongoing feud with Representative Matt Gaetz.
Senate Democrats will delay their holiday break and stay in Washington next week to push for a bill combining military aid for Ukraine with stricter immigration policies at the US-Mexico border.
The Senate has passed a bill to provide back pay to senior military officers whose promotions were delayed due to Senator Tommy Tuberville's blockade, which he imposed in protest over the Pentagon's policy on abortion-related travel reimbursements.
Republican threats to advance contempt of Congress charges against Hunter Biden are unlikely to succeed, as he has cooperated and conducted himself differently from previous witnesses, according to House Oversight Committee Ranking Member Jamie Raskin.
Rep. Rich McCormick (R-GA) apologized for touching Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) during a meeting but claimed it was meant as a friendly gesture, not as intimidation.
Lawmakers express frustration with the lack of productivity in Congress and blame individual members for unresolved issues before heading out of town for the holidays.
Ian Cramer, son of North Dakota Senator Kevin Cramer, is facing upgraded charges of homicide while fleeing apeace officer and new drug charges after a police chase that resulted in the death of a police deputy.
A provision in the National Defense Authorization Act would prevent former President Donald Trump from unilaterally pulling the U.S. out of NATO if he is reelected, requiring Senate approval for any withdrawal.
Former top F.B.I. agent Charles F. McGonigal has been sentenced to over four years in prison for conspiring to launder money and violate U.S. sanctions in connection with a Russian oligarch, making him one of the highest-ranking F.B.I. officials ever to be convicted of a crime.
Farmers and leaders of three khaps held a panchayat in Haryana in support of Neelam Verma, who was arrested for breaching Parliament security, calling for her release, dropping of charges, and objective media coverage.
Mazi Melesa Pilip, a Nassau County legislator with less than three years of political experience, has been chosen by local New York Republicans to run for the House vacancy previously held by Rep. George Santos (R-NY) after undergoing extensive vetting.
German officials have arrested four alleged members of Hamas who were suspected of plotting to carry out acts of terror against Jewish people and Jewish institutions in Europe.
House Republicans have launched a formal impeachment inquiry into President Biden, investigating potential offenses related to his son Hunter, but so far they have found no evidence of high crimes and misdemeanors, making it unlikely that they will be successful in impeaching or removing him from office.
Fox News reporter Peter Doocy caused a stir in the White House briefing room by accidentally referring to President Biden as "President O-Biden" while questioning National Security Council spokesperson John Kirby about an alleged rift between Biden and Vice President Harris.
IAS officer Kata Amrapali, known for her people-friendly approach, has returned to Telangana and been appointed as the joint commissioner of Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority, while senior officer Smita Sabharwal, who attempted to go on deputation, has reconciled to serving the state in whatever position she can.
President Biden is considering implementing strict border policies, including expelling migrants, in order to gain Republican support for increased military aid to Ukraine.
Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-MS) dismisses the attempt to impeach President Joe Biden as baseless and lacking any legitimate high crime, stating that the comparison to the Trump impeachment is false and that Republicans are going down a path of revenge rather than following legal requirements.
The House passed a defense policy bill that includes the largest pay raise for troops in over two decades but faced objections from some conservatives regarding restrictions on diversity initiatives, abortion travel policy, and gender-affirming health care for transgender service members.
Senate Democrats have postponed their recess to continue negotiations on a border deal, with the hope of advancing President Biden's supplemental request next week.
The Department of Justice's failure to prevent the expiration of potential tax felonies against Hunter Biden is a major issue in the investigation, according to FOX News contributor Jonathan Turley.
House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) responded to an Associated Press report comparing his landholding company to shell companies controlled by Hunter Biden, arguing that his company is not a shell company and manages over a thousand acres of land.