Federal judicial nominee Adeel Mangi has apologized for failing to disclose his participation at a conference with anti-Israel activists, which has raised concerns among GOP senators and added to the controversy surrounding his nomination.
Barack Obama did say, "We can't have half a million people pouring over the border," in a speech on immigration issues, but he also emphasized the need for a comprehensive approach and humane treatment of migrants.
U.S. intelligence leaders warn of an increasingly fragile world order as adversaries exploit emerging technologies like AI to undermine U.S. interests and democracy, with China's efforts to manipulate the 2024 presidential election and the national security threat posed by TikTok being highlighted among other global threats.
Housing and Urban Development Secretary Marcia Fudge plans to retire this month after nearly five decades of public service, leaving behind a legacy of expanding efforts to build generational wealth through homeownership and addressing the affordable housing crisis.
Embattled New Jersey Sen. Bob Menendez, facing fresh charges of lying to investigators and doing illegal favors for the Qatari government, sidestepped questions about whether he would run for re-election while pleading not guilty to the charges.
The Justice Department is projecting special counsels to spend $4 million in the next fiscal year, which is significantly less than the projected $29 million in expenses for this year, as two special counsels handle criminal cases against former President Donald Trump and Hunter Biden.
Former Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis accidentally sent an email asking his colleague to dig up dirt on Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavský to an ecological activist instead, sparking controversy and criticism from several politicians.
Polish President Andrzej Duda has called on NATO members to increase their defense spending to 3% of GDP in response to Russia's aggression in Ukraine and its preparation for war, ahead of his visit to the White House.
Billionaire Marc Rowan's ongoing conflict with the University of Pennsylvania intensifies as the university faculty criticizes his attempts to influence academic policy and prevent wealthy donors with no academic qualifications from suppressing research and teaching that they find inconvenient to their interests and agendas.
Top officials from several agencies will testify before the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence about potential global threats, including concerns over actions by Russia, Iran, and China.
Young people who refuse multiple job offers should be required to serve in the Armed Forces for two years in order to address the high rates of unemployment and benefit dependency among the younger population, according to senior Conservative MP Richard Drax. He also suggested that young offenders could have their sentences shortened if they agreed to join the military, highlighting the need to bolster the size of the British Army due to the significant casualties faced by Ukrainian forces.
Lee Anderson's defection from the Conservative Party to Reform UK, led by Nigel Farage, has raised concerns among MPs and posed a challenge to Rishi Sunak's strategy, while increasing media coverage for Reform UK and giving the party its first MP.
Senator John Fetterman is urging Senator Bob Menendez to resign from the Senate in light of his foreign bribery scandal, expressing frustration with his colleagues for not taking action.
A House committee investigating the January 6th attack on the Capitol will release a report showing that key witness Cassidy Hutchinson's dramatic account of Donald Trump's actions that day was not corroborated by other White House employees, according to Republicans.
Special counsel Robert Hur, who conducted an investigation into Joe Biden's handling of classified documents, is set to testify before a congressional committee, facing questions about his own objectivity and political affiliations.
Sex trafficking survivor Karla Jacinto Romero criticizes Sen. Katie Britt's distorted retelling of her story for political gain in response to President Biden's State of the Union address, emphasizing the need for politicians to have a better understanding of the issue of human trafficking.
Former Trump White House trade adviser Peter Navarro has been ordered to report to federal prison on March 19 to serve a four-month sentence for contempt of Congress, potentially becoming the first high-ranking official from the Trump administration to be incarcerated for charges related to Trump's attempt to overturn the 2020 election.
Andrew Tate, a controversial social media influencer known for his sexist and violent views, has been arrested in the UK on sex offense charges and is also facing human trafficking and rape charges in Romania.
Alabama Senator Katie Britt faces criticism for misleadingly using the story of a woman's sex trafficking in Mexico to attack President Biden's immigration policies in her rebuttal to his State of the Union address.
Chinese President Xi Jinping made an unexpected facial expression while sipping tea at the closing session of the National People's Congress, but the reason for his reaction remains unknown.
Democratic Senator Bob Menendez and his wife pleaded not guilty to charges of bribery and obstruction of justice in Manhattan Federal Court, with Menendez accused of accepting bribes in exchange for using his political influence to benefit businessmen and foreign governments.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defends his plan to expand the military offensive into Rafah and dismisses objections from President Joe Biden and other world leaders, stating that Hamas must be completely defeated to prevent them from regrouping and gaining control of Gaza again.
Former deputy chairman of Britain's Conservative Party, Lee Anderson, has defected to the right-wing Reform UK party, dealing a blow to Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and potentially drawing votes away from the Conservatives in the upcoming national election. Anderson's move follows his suspension from the party over accusations of Islamophobia.
Marcia Fudge is leaving her position as Secretary of Housing and Urban Development, with Deputy Secretary Adrianne Todman serving as the acting secretary.
Former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi, who criticized the purchase of SUVs for federal lawmakers, is facing backlash after it was revealed that he bought 400 SUVs for traditional rulers during his tenure.
Former Trump adviser Peter Navarro has been ordered to report to a federal prison in Miami by March 19 to serve a four-month sentence for contempt of Congress.
An international human rights commission is demanding a response from the Mexican government after a congressman and former presidential candidate was convicted of "political violence" for his post about gender made on X, formerly Twitter, expressing concern about men identifying as women taking seats reserved for women in Congress.
Former Coordinators of the Grassroots Development Initiative (GDI) in Rivers State have pledged their support for Governor Siminalayi Fubara, stating that their decision to resign from GDI was in the interest of the people of Rivers State.
Attendees at a Kansas Republican fundraising event received condemnation after beating and kicking a martial arts dummy wearing a Joe Biden mask, with calls for action against those responsible and calls for Republican leaders to resign.
Disney has released a political-style video attacking Trian Partners' board nominees Nelson Peltz and Jay Rasulo, highlighting the company's achievements under CEO Bob Iger, in an escalation of the ongoing proxy battle.
U.S. Senator Bob Menendez pleads not guilty to obstruction of justice charges as his corruption trial approaches.
A woman, whose story was used in the Republican response to the State of the Union to criticize President Biden's immigration policies, says that she was trafficked before Biden's presidency and politicians lack empathy when using human trafficking for political purposes.
Former spy Jonathan Pollard has announced his intention to enter politics in Israel, stating that he sees it as a mission and has no personal interests other than the Land and people of Israel.
The UN has approved Russia's claim to most of the seabed in the Arctic, including the North Pole, but other countries also have pending claims and negotiations will be necessary to settle borders; in response to Russia's ambitions in the region, the US and its NATO allies have launched Operation Ice Camp 2024 to maintain a strategic foothold, enhance readiness, and demonstrate unity against Russia's militarization efforts.
The National Industrial Court in Abuja affirmed Alhaji Tajudeen Ibikunle Baruwa as the validly elected President of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) and sacked the Chairman Caretaker Committee, while also restraining the former President from interfering in the union's affairs.
Special counsel Robert Hur, who faced criticism over his assessment of Joe Biden's age and competence, is set to testify before a congressional committee regarding unflattering assessments of Biden's handling of classified documents.
China's whole-process people's democracy, which incorporates the thoughts and aspirations of over 1.4 billion people, is the defining feature of socialist democracy and offers a unique and effective form of democracy, according to President Xi Jinping.
Morning Joe co-host Mika Brzezinski accused Rep. Nancy Mace of acting immaturely and "like an 8th grader" during a heated interview with George Stephanopoulos over her support for Donald Trump and dismissal of rape allegations against him.
Crippling red tape and restrictions in China are hindering scientific progress and impeding the country's ambitions for tech-led economic growth, according to Chinese scientists and government advisers.
Former Trump economic adviser Peter Navarro has been ordered to serve a four-month prison sentence for defying a congressional investigation into the January 6th Capitol attack.
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken meets with Caribbean leaders in Jamaica to address Haiti's crisis, with pressure mounting on Prime Minister Ariel Henry to resign or agree to a transitional council.
Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) leader Ishaq Dar has been appointed as the Minister of Foreign Affairs in newly elected Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's federal cabinet, which was sworn in on Monday.
### Summary India has announced rules to implement a citizenship law granting Indian nationality to certain religious groups, weeks before Prime Minister Narendra Modi seeks a third term, which critics argue is anti-Muslim.
Attorney General Merrick Garland's use of special counsels in politically sensitive cases, including the investigation into President Biden's handling of classified documents, has strained the relationship between the White House and the Justice Department and stoked tensions between the two entities over how federal law enforcement should function.
Oklahoma Senator James Lankford faced backlash on social media and was censured by Oklahoma Republicans after agreeing with President Biden on a bipartisan immigration bill during the State of the Union Address.
The wife of the President, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has stated that President Bola Tinubu's Renewed Hope Agenda initiatives are already yielding results and will soon benefit all communities in Nigeria, especially women.
A bill in Alabama that would allow politicians to appoint library board members is worrying the North Shelby Library board, as they believe it could lead to interference with library collections and control of their agenda.
By prioritizing the revitalization of Commonwealth ties, particularly with Asian countries, the UK can strengthen its global influence and counter the challenges posed by China's economic and geopolitical expansion.
The President's House was filled with both experienced politicians and newcomers as they were sworn into the federal cabinet, with some having previous experience managing ministries while others embark on their first roles in overseeing key federal ministries.
Russian President Vladimir Putin plans to extend his rule in the upcoming election and has pledged over $126.5 billion in infrastructure and social spending over the next six years, including investment in public infrastructure, healthcare, education, and industry.