Nadia Calviño is the frontrunner to lead the European Investment Bank, with Belgium's finance minister endorsing her for the role, pending a vote by finance ministers next week.
Democrats on the Senate Judiciary Committee have voted to issue subpoenas to two GOP megadonors, Harlan Crow and Leonard Leo, as part of an investigation into ethics practices at the Supreme Court, with Republicans accusing Democrats of attempting to undermine the court.
North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper has appointed Jessica Holmes, a former Wake Commissioner and a Democrat, as the new State Auditor, making her the first Black woman to serve on the North Carolina Council of State; Holmes plans to seek a full four-year term as auditor in the next year's election.
Henry Kissinger, former national security adviser and secretary of state, has died at the age of 100, prompting tributes from U.S. leaders, mostly Republicans, recognizing his impact on foreign affairs and contributions to U.S. foreign policy.
An indictment accusing an Indian official of ordering an assassination on U.S. soil raises questions about the extent of the government's involvement and its potential motivations, with some suggesting it may be a bid to bolster Prime Minister Narendra Modi's image ahead of an upcoming election.
Vice-President Kamala Harris skillfully shut down ousted Speaker Kevin McCarthy's attacks on President Biden's negotiating skills, highlighting McCarthy's lack of credibility due to his recent ouster from the speakership.
Rep. Tim Burchett expresses support for a public hearing for Hunter Biden, saying he believes in transparency and wants tough questions to be asked, while House Republicans remain divided on the matter.
Pro-Palestinian protesters disrupted Hillary Clinton's class at Columbia University, chanting accusations of supporting genocide and holding signs criticizing the university's alleged funding of apartheid and its role in the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Alistair Darling, the former Labour chancellor who guided the UK through the 2008 financial crisis, has passed away at the age of 70, leaving behind a legacy of steady leadership and public service.
Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) is rumored to be considering resigning from the House of Representatives before the end of this year, indicating his potential departure through hints and statements made privately to others.
Israel and Hamas have agreed to extend their truce by one day, prolonging the temporary ceasefire between the two parties.
Republican Congressman George Santos, who is facing expulsion from Congress due to multiple charges and allegations, publicly acknowledged his husband and shared anniversary photos, revealing that they are conservative and will oppose the "Gay Inc Mafia," but Santos anticipates being expelled from Congress.
Israel and Hamas have agreed to extend their truce by one day.
Democracy is in "great danger" due to widening income inequalities, according to former diplomat Henry Kissinger, who emphasized the need for democracy to "rebuild itself" in order to address this key issue.
Former President Donald Trump refused to help Kevin McCarthy, a California congressman, survive a vote to remain as Speaker of the House, leading to a heated exchange between the two.
George Santos remains defiant ahead of the House expulsion vote against him, claiming that he is being bullied and accusing the ethics report against him as "slanderous" and "littered in hyperbole." He also plans to introduce a motion to expel Democratic representative Jamaal Bowman, and vows to file complaints to keep the playing field even.
Presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy warns that the United States is in a cold civil war and that if the "woke regime" wins, it will lead to full-fledged tyranny, with tactics such as censorship and gulags being used to neutralize dissenters.
Billionaire hedge fund manager Bill Ackman believes President Biden should step aside and not run for re-election, stating that Biden is past his "peak" and is not at his "intellectual best."
Former Speaker Kevin McCarthy cursed out former President Trump after Trump refused to come to his aid and denounce McCarthy's removal as Speaker, according to sources.
Former UK Chancellor Alistair Darling has passed away at the age of 70, with tributes pouring in from across the political spectrum for his dedicated public service and his role in guiding the country through the 2008 financial crisis.
China has been aggressively using fake accounts on social media to influence U.S. public opinion, with Meta taking down five Chinese networks targeting foreign audiences this year, indicating a notable change in the threat landscape compared to previous years.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov blamed "NATO's reckless expansion to the East" for war returning to Europe in his speech at international security talks in Northern Macedonia hosted by the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), where several OSCE member nations boycotted the event due to Lavrov's attendance amid Russia's war in Ukraine.
A person was detained after a car crashed into a security barrier outside a House of Representatives office building, coinciding with an ongoing press conference and potential expulsion debate of Rep. George Santos (R-NY).
U.S. Congressman Kevin McCarthy had a gut feeling that something was wrong with New York Republican Rep. George Santos, who is now facing felony indictments, and admits he had tried to prevent Santos from running for office.
Henry Kissinger, former Secretary of State, referred to Mao Zedong as the "most dangerous" leader he encountered due to the 90 million deaths under Mao's regime, as he played a crucial role in easing tensions with China during the Nixon administration.
Former Israeli minister Ayelet Shaked faced criticism from MSNBC host Chris Hayes after suggesting that Gaza should undergo "de-Nazification" and be denied self-determination, leading to a debate about the future governance of the region.
Georgia representative Marjorie Taylor Greene faces backlash for sharing Russian propaganda on X, formerly Twitter, regarding the war in Ukraine, sparking criticism from other users and raising concerns about the credibility of the source.
UK Energy Secretary Claire Coutinho has expressed support for the increase in green subsidies in the US and EU, stating that it could drive down prices and create new technologies that can be utilized globally.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has created a "combat group" to filter out questions during the Direct line event, which aims to combat false information and questions unrelated to reality.
Sen. Tommy Tuberville, a Republican senator from Alabama, may need to find a compromise soon or risk having his months-long hold on military promotions rolled by his own GOP colleagues, as they consider a Democratic-led standing resolution to push the nominations through.
Battles over issues including abortion and surveillance authority are causing delays and posing a threat to the annual Defense authorization bill's passage in Congress before Christmas.
House Speaker Mike Johnson has reservations about expelling Rep. George Santos from Congress before he is convicted of the federal crimes he has been charged with, expressing concerns over setting a dangerous precedent.
According to a new book, relations between Nancy Pelosi and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez have been tense, with Pelosi attempting to limit AOC's influence and AOC feeling mistreated by the party leadership.
Rep. Mike Johnson (R-LA) and Rep. Jim Jordan (R-OH) took an all-expenses paid trip to Israel in 2020, but it remains unclear how the trip was funded, as the nonprofit organization that was supposed to cover the costs did not report it in their tax return.
French Prime Minister Élisabeth Borne has banned messaging apps WhatsApp, Telegram, and Signal for ministers and their teams due to security vulnerabilities, and has set a deadline for the government to switch to using the French app Olvid.
President Joe Biden criticized Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-CO) for her opposition to his climate policies during a speech in her district, making the sign of the cross after mentioning her name and mocking her legislative priorities.
President Joe Biden criticized Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-Colo.) for opposing the Inflation Reduction Act, highlighting the investments and new jobs created in Boebert's district as a result of the law.
The sudden aggressive behavior of the Andhra Pradesh police at the Nagarjuna Sagar dam, claiming ownership of a particular part, has raised concerns of political manipulation ahead of the elections.
Controversy continues to surround Henry Kissinger, the influential former secretary of state, following news of his death at age 100, with some praising him as an influential statesman during the Cold War while others blame him for policies that caused death and destruction.
Former President George W. Bush pays tribute to former Secretary of State Henry Kissinger, describing him as a dependable American diplomat and expressing gratitude for his friendship and contributions.
North Korea rejects negotiations with the United States over sovereignty, criticizing the US for offering talks while increasing military activities in the region.
President Joe Biden criticized Rep. Lauren Boebert in her Colorado district for voting against the infrastructure law that created new jobs, while Boebert retaliated on social media, sparking tension between the two.
Prominent lawyer Gohar Ali Khan has been selected by Imran Khan to temporarily represent him and manage his legal matters amidst his ongoing legal troubles, demonstrating the PTI chief's high level of trust in him.
Congresswoman Lauren Boebert embarrassed herself during a hearing by making ignorant assumptions and refusing to acknowledge the underfunding of Social Security, proving her lack of understanding.
Speaker Mike Johnson expressed reservations about expelling Rep. George Santos from the House due to lack of conviction, despite growing GOP support for his expulsion following a scathing ethics report, presenting a leadership test for the newly elected speaker as Republicans weigh competing opinions on the matter.
Henry Kissinger, the notorious war criminal responsible for the deaths of millions of people, has died at the age of 100, leaving behind a legacy of destruction and impunity.
The alleged plot to assassinate a Sikh separatist leader in New York City highlights a global increase in transnational repression according to Senator Ben Cardin, who plans to hold a hearing on the matter.
American families of hostages kidnapped by Hamas are urging international pressure to prioritize the release of their loved ones, as time runs out amid the expiration of a tenuous truce between Israel and Hamas that has seen over 80 people released.
Top Democrat expresses concern about the increasing presence of Anti-Semitism in America in 2023.
Daily Kos is encouraging people to get involved in the upcoming elections to show solidarity with the Black community.