Speaker Kevin McCarthy believes it is crucial to have a meeting with President Joe Biden to address the government shutdown and emphasize the importance of passing the GOP's border security package.
Rep. Matt Gaetz requests that his pay be withheld during a potential government shutdown as he remains opposed to short-term spending agreements.
The Kremlin stated that the delivery of U.S.-made ATACMS missiles and Abrams tanks to Ukraine will not change the situation on the battlefield, as there is no one type of weapon that can alter the balance of power.
Turkish President Erdogan sees the legal troubles of U.S. Senator Bob Menendez as an opportunity to push for the purchase of F-16 fighter jets, a deal that Menendez has long opposed, according to Turkish media.
The House and Senate are racing against time to prevent a government shutdown on October 1st by attempting to pass a measure to keep the government open for 45 days, but the outcome remains uncertain due to the opposition of extreme right-wing lawmakers.
California Governor Gavin Newsom defended Hunter Biden against allegations of nepotism and corrupt business dealings, despite emails from Biden's laptop showing his involvement in Newsom's gubernatorial campaign and fundraisers.
At least 13,500 Armenians have fled Nagorno-Karabakh, seeking safety and aid, while the United States urges Azerbaijan to protect civilians and allow humanitarian assistance.
Jailed French businessman Arnaud Mimran claims to have given $1 million, along with vacations and luxury watches, to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, according to recordings made in Mimran's prison cell. However, Netanyahu's office denied the claims, calling them "delusional lies."
Senators wearing casual attire on the Senate floor may overlook the importance of dress codes in conveying messages and maintaining consensus, especially considering the challenges that women face in fashion choices and the potential for visual class stratification.
At least 49 people were arrested in Accra, Ghana during a protest against the country's economic crisis, with protesters being physically assaulted by the police, sparking condemnation from advocacy groups and the opposition party.
A Ukrainian missile attack on Russia's Black Sea fleet navy headquarters in Crimea leaves one service member missing, escalating tensions in the ongoing war between the two countries.
Republican Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene called Joe Biden an "old fart" after he announced plans to ban assault weapons, but her insult was met with criticism and mockery on social media.
Giuliani faces legal troubles while the political center is urged to confront populism and Dr. Fauci warns against not reauthorizing PEPFAR.
Giuliani faces more legal problems as he goes from 'America's mayor' to 'America's deadbeat'.
A federal prosecutor blocked the then-Delaware US Attorney David Weiss from bringing tax charges against Hunter Biden in California, contradicting Attorney General Merrick Garland's claim that Weiss had "full authority" to pursue charges against Hunter Biden.
The White House is preparing federal agencies for a potential shutdown as House Republicans fail to come up with a plan to keep the government funded, risking disruptions to federal services and negatively impacting the U.S. economy.
Telugu Desam Party general secretary Nara Lokesh is potentially facing arrest in relation to his alleged involvement in the AP Fibernet scam, as the CID has gathered evidence against him and is preparing to take action when he returns to Vijayawada from Delhi.
Amidst House Republicans' turmoil over spending bills, Rep. Tim Burchett praised Nancy Pelosi's success as Speaker and their friendship despite political disagreements.
Senator Joe Manchin of West Virginia plans to introduce a bipartisan resolution to reinstate the Senate's dress code, requiring senators to wear coats, ties, or business attire on the Senate floor, following Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's relaxation of the rules last weekend.
Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas attended donor events for the Koch network, raising questions about transparency and ethics.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed optimism about the possibility of a historic peace agreement between Israel and Saudi Arabia at the United Nations General Assembly, but acknowledged the significant obstacles that need to be overcome, including the creation of a Palestinian state and Saudi demands for a defense pact and civilian nuclear program.
Republican Rep. Tim Burchett expressed doubts about the current Republican Speaker Kevin McCarthy and praised former Speaker Nancy Pelosi for her successful leadership during an interview on CNN.
Rep. Eric Swalwell criticizes House Republicans for their failure to prevent a government shutdown, calling them "failures" and urging Speaker Kevin McCarthy to prioritize leadership over chaos.
India has accused Canada's government of failing to act on evidence of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar's crimes, despite sharing the information "countless times."
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy criticized members of his party after suffering an embarrassing floor defeat in his effort to avoid a government shutdown, accusing them of wanting to "burn the place down."
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visits Canada, a close ally and staunch supporter, where he is expected to receive more military aid, including weapons and combat support vehicles, to assist in the war against Russia.
House Oversight Committee gains access to unredacted emails from Joe Biden's time as vice president, but they do not provide evidence of his involvement in his son's business dealings or support Republican's push for impeachment.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has stated that it is "likely" that Israel will establish a normalization agreement with Saudi Arabia, potentially creating a significant shift in foreign policy for both countries as they work towards a deal mediated by the US.
President Joe Biden mistakenly referred to the Congressional Black Caucus instead of the Congressional Hispanic Caucus during a speech, where he was honoring an award recipient, Sister Norma Pimentel, but he did not realize the error and carried on with the speech.
President Joe Biden criticizes House Republicans for failing to reach a deal to fund the government, warning of a potential shutdown and reminding them of the consequences of the last shutdown in which 800,000 government workers were furloughed without pay.
The White House retweeted Rep. Matt Gaetz's statement blaming Speaker McCarthy for the impending government shutdown, along with a humorous photo highlighting Gaetz's controversial behavior during a House Judiciary Committee hearing.
Poland has announced that it will stop providing weapons to Ukraine due to a growing dispute over a temporary ban on Ukrainian grain imports imposed by several European Union nations, causing tensions between the two countries.
Former White House aide Cassidy Hutchinson alleges in her upcoming memoir that Rudy Giuliani groped her backstage during the Jan. 6 rally, which has been vehemently denied by a spokesperson for Giuliani.
Rudy Giuliani is facing a lawsuit after paying only a fraction of his legal debt, raising questions about his mental state amidst mounting legal challenges.
TDP general secretary Nara Lokesh remains in Delhi due to fears of arrest in connection with various scams, influenced by YSRCP MP Raghurama Krishnam Raju's own avoidance of Andhra Pradesh to avoid arrest.
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is facing opposition from hard-right Republicans who want to cut spending, potentially leading to a government shutdown, as tensions rise and options become limited, with President Joe Biden urging Republicans to fulfill their basic responsibility of funding the federal government.
Canada's House of Commons Speaker, Anthony Rota, has resigned after inviting a 98-year-old man who fought for a Nazi military unit to attend a speech by the Ukrainian president, causing backlash and embarrassment to the government.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has called on India to cooperate with an investigation into the murder of a Sikh separatist leader in British Columbia, stating that Canada has credible evidence linking Indian government agents to the crime, while traditional Canadian allies have taken a cautious approach due to India's significance in countering China's influence.
Senator Bob Menendez is set to appear in federal court on charges of bribery conspiracy, including accepting payments in gold bars, cash, and a luxury car, as well as passing sensitive information to the Egyptian government.
U.S. Senator Bob Menendez of New Jersey and his wife pleaded not guilty to federal charges of corruption and bribery, with prosecutors alleging that Menendez used his political influence to advance Egyptian interests in exchange for bribes of cash and gold bars.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's "credible allegations" regarding Indian involvement in the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Nijjar in June will likely be addressed by Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar in his upcoming speech at the UN General Assembly, as Canada's Sikh politics may prevent Trudeau from backing down.
The Senate has voted to advance a short-term funding measure to avoid a government shutdown, while House Republicans have advanced four spending bills in an attempt to stave off the impending shutdown, although the likelihood of either bill making it through both chambers ahead of the deadline is slim.
Tensions between India and Canada rise as Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's comments on Indian government's alleged involvement in the killing of Khalistan Tiger Force chief and the Baloch Human Rights Council of Canada's concerns over the abduction of an exiled Baloch human rights activist in Toronto spark investigations.