A group of 16 Republican attorneys general sue the Biden administration over its suspension of federal permits for new liquid natural gas exports, claiming the ban goes against Congress and undermines the industry.
The House Judiciary Committee has filed a lawsuit against two DOJ attorneys who refused to comply with subpoenas related to President Biden's impeachment inquiry and their alleged involvement in his son's business dealings.
The sudden departure of Vietnamese President Vo Van Thuong, following allegations of corruption, has raised concerns about the country's stability, but it is expected to have no impact on relations between Vietnam and China, who rely on each other politically and economically.
House Speaker Mike Johnson is facing potential challenges from both Democrats and Republicans in using rare parliamentary measures like "discharge petitions" and "defeating the previous question" to pass a bill for providing aid to Ukraine.
Avi Arad, founder of Marvel Studios, criticized Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer for his statements on Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling them incorrect and inappropriate.
Over a dozen pro-Palestine demonstrators were arrested at the Russell Senate Office Building in Washington, D.C. after repeatedly chanting for a permanent cease-fire in the rotunda.
Attorney General Merrick Garland defended the inclusion of special counsel Robert Hur's assessment of President Biden's faulty memory in the Justice Department's findings, stating that it would have been "absurd" to remove it.
The House Judiciary Committee is suing two Justice Department attorneys in order to compel their testimony regarding the investigation into Hunter Biden's alleged special treatment from the Justice Department and whether President Joe Biden abused his power.
Capitol Hill lawmakers are considering using parliamentary tools, such as discharge petitions and defeating the previous question, to bypass House Speaker Mike Johnson's control and pass bills related to funding the government or providing aid to Ukraine.
A group of House Republicans wrote a letter expressing concerns about the Biden administration's policy to expand access to in vitro fertilization (IVF) for veterans, stating that IVF is morally questionable and should not be funded by taxpayers, arguing that the policy will harm embryos and questioning the legal basis for the decision.
Botswana's President Mokgweetsi Masisi has criticized a proposed UK bill banning the import of animal body parts from hunting, calling it "condescending" and a "resurgence of a colonial conquest," while defending trophy hunting as a way of controlling animal populations.
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox vetoed seven bills passed by state lawmakers, citing an excess of bills in recent years, while allowing two bills to go into effect without his signature. Cox expressed concern with the number of bills being passed and stated that some bills could have been handled through other means such as phone calls or existing programs.
Fox News' Jessica Tarlov issued an on-air clarification after falsely stating that Tony Bobulinski's legal fees were being paid for by a Trump super PAC, leading Bobulinski's attorney to demand a retraction and apology.
Former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich's lawsuit to reverse a ban on his return to public office has been dismissed by a federal judge who quoted Dr. Seuss to suggest that he should just go.
Pawan Kalyan, leader of Janasena, has faced opposition from BJP leaders but has taken on the burden of campaigning for both Janasena and BJP candidates in the triangular alliance with Telugu Desam Party in Andhra Pradesh.
National security hawks are raising concerns that Congress’ defense spending plan could hinder U.S. military advancement and make the country more vulnerable to adversaries like China.
The CIA allegedly blocked federal investigators from interviewing Kevin Morris, a Hollywood lawyer and patron of Hunter Biden, during a five-year probe into Hunter Biden's alleged tax crimes, according to a whistleblower.
Former Negros Oriental Rep. Arnolfo Teves Jr., who is facing charges for being the alleged mastermind behind the killing of a political rival, was arrested in Timor-Leste and will be extradited to the Philippines.
House Republicans claim that the rise in robberies and carjackings in Washington, D.C. is endangering public safety near the U.S. Capitol, affecting lawmakers and congressional staff members.
Some Republicans are pushing back against Speaker Mike Johnson for not allowing lawmakers enough time to review a $1.2 trillion spending bill, but it is unclear if his job is at immediate risk.
Democratic lawmaker Jared Moskowitz is attempting to turn the GOP’s impeachment inquiry into Joe Biden into a spectacle as evidence appears to lack the votes to pass the Republican-held House of Representatives.
China has accused western governments and the United Nations of slander after they criticized Hong Kong’s new national security law, which critics say will further erode residents' rights and freedoms.
House Judiciary Committee Republicans are suing the Justice Department to compel testimony from two line attorneys involved in the Hunter Biden investigation, alleging that the attorneys initially recommended tax charges for Biden but later changed their approach.
House Speaker Mike Johnson plans to invite Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to address a joint session of Congress, despite partisan disagreements over his leadership and the war in Gaza, with Senator Chuck Schumer expressing support for a bipartisan speech.
Sen. Joe Manchin has announced that he will not support President Biden's judicial nominee Adeel Mangi, making him the second Democratic senator to do so and potentially leading to the nomination's failure.
The Senate voted in favor of passing a bill reversing the Biden administration's decision to allow beef imports from Paraguay due to concerns about cattle-borne illness and potential negative consequences on the U.S. food supply.
The new spending bill to keep the federal government open includes $300 million in funding for Ukraine, despite opposition from House Republicans and concerns about House Speaker Mike Johnson's standing in the party.
Indian law enforcement officials arrested Arvind Kejriwal, the chief minister of Delhi, in an alleged money-laundering case, leading to accusations that the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party is using investigative agencies to target political rivals before upcoming elections.
U.S. lawmakers are pushing a bill that would ban the Pentagon from using a Chinese-owned tutoring service, Tutor.com, due to concerns over data privacy and ties to the Chinese Communist Party.
Lawmakers introduced a $1.2 trillion spending package that avoids a government shutdown and funds key federal agencies, with Democrats successfully swatting back policy mandates and budget cuts proposed by House Republicans.
Former President Donald Trump's attorney, Alina Habba, gave a vague and unsettling response when asked if Trump had asked Russia or Saudi Arabia for help in paying his $464 million bond.
South Africa's National Assembly speaker Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula has decided to take special leave amid an investigation into alleged corruption during her time as defence minister.
Rose Hanbury's lawyers have sent a notice to comedian Stephen Colbert after he made jokes about her amid rumors of an alleged affair with Prince William.
A group of anti-Israel protesters confronted President Biden outside his hotel in Dallas, threatening to withhold their votes and demanding a change in his administration's policies towards the Gaza Strip.
Labour Leader Keir Starmer criticized the FA and Nike for altering the St George’s flag on England's football shirts and called for its reversal, as well as a reduction in their expensive prices, during an interview on the Sun's political show Never Mind the Ballots.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has been making international trips and signing agreements with various countries, leading to speculation that he may be considering the possibility of Texas leaving the United States and becoming an independent nation, according to Daniel Miller, president of the Texas Nationalist Movement.
Attorney General Merrick Garland defended the independence of the Department of Justice and rejected the idea of editing or censoring special counsel Robert Hur's report on President Biden's memory, saying it would be "absurd" to do so.
Attorney General Merrick Garland defends the language used by special counsel Robert Hur in his report on President Biden's memory, stating that he is committed to making reports from special counsels public and that an attorney general should not censor their explanations.
U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland defended himself against criticism from the White House and Democrats for not preventing a special counsel from discussing President Joe Biden's memory in a report on his handling of classified documents.
Senator Joe Manchin, a key swing vote in the Senate, announced that he will only vote to confirm nominees who have the support of at least one Republican senator, emphasizing his commitment to bipartisanship.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's reliance on soundbites and excuses over strategy and substance has been exposed as a liability during the Gaza war.
The wife of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Sara Netanyahu, reportedly complained about not receiving thanks for her and her husband's role in releasing hostages.
House Speaker Mike Johnson plans to invite Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to address Congress, highlighting a shifting debate on Capitol Hill about U.S. support for Israel amid the ongoing Israeli war in Gaza and growing divide among Democrats on the issue.
Utah Governor Spencer Cox is concerned about the record number of bills passed by lawmakers this year and believes many issues could be resolved through communication instead of new legislation. He is considering vetoing some less substantial bills and expects to convene a special session to override those vetoes if necessary. Cox has discussed reducing the number of bills proposed each session, but acknowledges the challenge of doing so due to the legislative process.
House Republicans have filed a lawsuit against two Department of Justice officials, alleging that they defied subpoenas by refusing to appear for depositions related to the prosecution of Hunter Biden.
House Speaker Mike Johnson plans to invite Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to address Congress in a show of support from Republicans, amid growing Democratic criticism of Netanyahu's leadership.
Republican Rep. Nancy Mace is proposing a bill to strengthen federal penalties for video voyeurism, aiming to crack down on the act of recording someone naked or engaged in intimate activity without their consent, as she believes the existing laws are inadequate.
Leo Varadkar, the prime minister of Ireland, has announced his resignation, citing the need for a new leader to tackle the next general election, following a decline in his party's popularity.
Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin has vetoed nearly two dozen criminal justice-related bills, stating that they would compromise public safety and hinder law enforcement's ability to hold criminals accountable.
Republican Congressman Mike Lawler, who initially supported the impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden, stated on Morning Joe that he would not back a House floor impeachment vote due to a lack of substantial evidence.