Senator Edward J. Markey criticized Ralph de la Torre, the head of Steward Health Care, for refusing to testify before a congressional subcommittee investigating the financial crisis and uncertain future of the company's Massachusetts hospitals.
Y Combinator President Garry Tan criticizes California State Assembly member Matt Haney over a proposed bill granting employees the right to disconnect from work after agreed-upon hours, expressing displeasure with elected officials representing San Francisco.
### Summary President Joe Biden's reelection campaign team believes he can win in Florida this year after the state Supreme Court cleared the way for a Republican-backed law banning abortion after six weeks of pregnancy.
Former President Trump has been barred from attacking the judge's daughter in the upcoming hush money trial, while Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s third-party presidential bid is gaining attention and has the potential to influence the outcome of the November election.
The far-right Alternative für Deutschland (AfD) party plans to question two of its MPs about their alleged links to a pro-Russian disinformation network.
Former Prime Minister Imran Khan praised Islamabad High Court judges for speaking out against alleged interference by spy agencies in judicial affairs, expressing hope that they would save the country, while also calling for a full court to hear the matter.
The head of the U.S. Senate Banking Committee has urged the White House to investigate Nippon Steel's ties to the Chinese steel industry due to national security concerns surrounding its acquisition of U.S. Steel Corp.
Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan claims that his wife, Bushra Bibi, was poisoned while incarcerated at their private residence, and he holds the army chief responsible if any harm comes to her.
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene has filed a motion to unseat House Speaker Mike Johnson, known as an "MTV" (motion to vacate), which could potentially threaten Johnson's position when Congress returns.
President Joe Biden will meet with Muslim American community leaders at the White House to discuss the ongoing conflict in Gaza and to honor the Muslim community during Ramadan, amid mounting criticisms and protests.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken has appointed Zakiya Carr Johnson as the new chief diversity and inclusion officer at the State Department, aiming to create a workforce that better reflects America and address the department's retention issues among women and minorities.
A coalition of Maryland civil rights, religious, and political leaders is urging Senator Ben Cardin to use his position as chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee to end the US embargo on Cuba, citing the dire humanitarian and economic conditions caused by the sanctions.
Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri denies Delhi minister Atishi's claim that she was offered to join the BJP to avoid arrest by the Enforcement Directorate, stating that there is no vacancy in their party for a political activist like her.
Conservative watchdog group accuses President Biden of possible violations of federal financial disclosure laws for failing to disclose lavish vacations at the homes of wealthy businessmen and Democratic donors, potentially indicating conflicts of interest.
President Biden opposes the Florida Supreme Court's decision to uphold the state's abortion ban, which will also permit a six-week ban to take effect in May.
White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre attempted an April Fools' prank on reporters by announcing that President Biden would revoke the Hatch Act, but the joke fell flat and received a cold reception from journalists.
Boluarte, the president of Peru, is under investigation for allegedly acquiring a collection of luxury watches, and armed police recently conducted the first-ever forced entry into the residence of a sitting president, searching for Rolex watches.
House Speaker Mike Johnson is considering a deal to trade additional military aid for Ukraine in exchange for ending the White House's temporary pause on approving new liquefied natural gas export terminals.
Ambrose Dery, the Member of Parliament for Nandom Constituency, asserts that he is still a cabinet minister despite being reshuffled to Minister of State in the Office of the President.
President Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping reviewed progress on key issues and discussed counter-narcotics cooperation, military communication, talks on AI-related risks, and efforts on climate change and people-to-people exchanges during a phone call, amid growing tensions between the two countries.
Nyesom Wike, the minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has criticized the leaders of the Rivers State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), describing them as "transactional politicians, political vampires, and political buccaneers" after they declared their support for Governor Siminalayi Fubara.
Scotland's former first minister, Nicola Sturgeon, has been accused of pressuring her justice secretary to withdraw amendments to hate crime legislation that would have protected feminists' freedom of speech on trans issues, leading to criticism from feminist group For Women Scotland (FWS) and J.K. Rowling's "arrest me" challenge to Police Scotland.
YS Sharmila, the Andhra Pradesh Congress Committee president and candidate for the Kadapa Lok Sabha seat, has distanced herself from her brother, YS Jagan Mohan Reddy, accusing him of encouraging murder politics and shielding the culprits in the murder of Vivekananda Reddy.
The BJP mocks the AAP for celebrating the bail of its leader Sanjay Singh, questioning if this means they accept that jailed Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal is responsible for the "scam."
A federal judge denies Hunter Biden's request to dismiss the tax case against him, paving the way for a trial as his father seeks re-election in the 2024 elections.
Senegal inaugurates Bassirou Diomaye Faye as president, the country's youngest leader, following his victory in the election and promising to fight corruption and reform the economy.
Secretary of State Antony Blinken has appointed Zakiya Carr Johnson as the new chief diversity and inclusion officer at the State Department, tasked with building a workforce that "reflects America" and addressing challenges related to retention and discrimination.
Super Eagles captain, Ahmed Musa, defends himself over a controversial video clip showing his greeting gestures, stating that he didn't shake the governor's hands out of respect and emphasizing the need to focus on pressing issues in the nation.
Former Prime Minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan, claims that his wife, Bushra bibi, was poisoned at his private residence turned sub-jail, and he holds the army chief responsible.
Andhra Pradesh Congress Committee President Y. S. Sharmila Reddy will contest against her cousin Y. S. Avinash Reddy, who is accused of murder, in the Kadapa constituency, which has been dominated by the YSR family for decades.
President Vladimir Putin has vowed to track down the masterminds of the recent Moscow concert hall attack and tighten security at mass gatherings, despite his repeated attempts to link the killings to Ukraine and the West rather than the Islamic State group.
Opposition leader MK Yair Lapid plans to visit the US to strengthen strategic ties, address hostage release efforts, and discuss Syria-Lebanon border escalation.
Reform UK's Ben Habib criticizes Metropolitan Police for "two-tier policing" after a Jewish woman's concern about a swastika placard at a pro-Palestine march is dismissed by an officer.
The Member of Parliament for New Juaben South, Michael Okyere Baafi, warns that the president could be imprisoned if he signs the anti-gay bill, which is currently pending before the Supreme Court, despite the president's support for the bill and his commitment to respecting the law.
President Abdel-Fattah el-Sissi of Egypt was inaugurated for a third six-year term after winning a December election with 89.6% of the vote against virtually unknown opponents.
Former politicians, academics, artists, and human-rights advocates are urging Canada's political leaders to address the increasing aggression and hatred in public discourse, calling for research, law enforcement, education, and personal accountability to foster a safer country.
Conservative MPs are rebelling against plans to criminalize homelessness in the UK by giving police the power to fine or move on rough sleepers deemed to be causing a "nuisance," with more than 40 MPs expected to oppose the bill.
Security analyst, Adib Saani, has criticized MP Bryan Acheampong for his irresponsible comments about not handing over power to the opposition party after the 2024 election, stating that such statements are dangerous for democracy and should not be taken seriously.
South Africa's parliamentary speaker, Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula, faces imminent arrest over corruption charges after a court dismissed her bid to block the arrest related to bribery allegations while she was defense minister.
The Supreme Court has granted bail to jailed Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh in the Delhi excise policy case, prompting the Aam Aadmi Party to celebrate, while the BJP argues that the ruling discredits claims of vendetta politics.
Speaker of the House Mike Johnson faces a divided conference and threats of an ouster as he plans to push for aid package for Ukraine after the April recess, a move that is met with opposition from hard-right Republicans who oppose sending more aid to Ukraine.
UK Chancellor Rishi Sunak has dismissed concerns over the capacity of nurseries to handle the expansion of free childcare, pointing to campaigns to increase staffing levels and reduce red tape in the sector. However, the early years sector has warned of a crisis, with many nurseries facing closure. Labour has also faced pressure to clarify its stance on the free childcare policy.
Marjorie Taylor Greene, a Trump ally and member of the US House of Representatives, warned Speaker Mike Johnson against voting on the financial aid package for Ukraine, accusing him of conceding to Democrats on border security and distorting the intentions of lawmakers and the US president who seek to help Ukraine withstand Russia's aggressive war.
The recent footage of Chechnya's leader Ramzan Kadyrov has fueled speculation about his health, with clips suggesting a possible decline in his condition.
Former Taiwanese president Ma Ying-jeou called for cooperation between the two sides of the strait to avoid war and create peace and prosperity during his visit to mainland China, emphasizing the common Chinese identity of people on both sides.
The Senate faces a decision on whether to accept a Ukraine aid package from the House that may differ significantly from their original proposal, including the possibility of providing assistance in the form of a loan rather than a grant.
The termination of the Affordable Connectivity Program could leave millions of low-income households, including 1.7 million in Texas, without affordable internet access, impacting their access to education, telemedicine, and job opportunities.
Coach Isaac 'Opeele' Boateng has expressed concern over recent statements by the agriculture minister suggesting that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) will not hand over power to the opposition, stating that such comments are detrimental to Ghana's democracy.
President William Ruto's decision on whether to assent to a controversial Bill that grants the Attorney General's office autonomy to select the Solicitor General has sparked debate over the independence of the AG from the Executive.
Former Jammu & Kashmir CM and National Conference chief Farooq Abdullah accused the BJP government of giving away India's land to Bangladesh and China while criticizing their stance on the Katchatheevu Island issue.