Hunter Biden has been indicted on federal firearms charges, accused of lying about his drug use when purchasing a firearm, potentially leading to a high-stakes trial as the 2024 election approaches.
House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul criticized Senator Tommy Tuberville's hold on the confirmations of over 300 military officers, stating that it is "paralyzing" the Department of Defense.
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy defiantly challenges hard-right members of his Republican conference to attempt to oust him as they demand to avoid a government shutdown; tensions rise within the GOP conference as lawmakers struggle to avert a shutdown and find consensus.
US President Joe Biden is set to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky next week at the United Nations General Assembly meetings to discuss support for Ukraine in its counteroffensive against Russia.
Cuban authorities have uncovered a human trafficking ring operated from Russia that recruits Cuban citizens to fight alongside its military forces in Ukraine, according to the country's foreign ministry.
Special counsel overseeing the investigation into Hunter Biden plans to seek a grand jury indictment of the president's son before the end of September, according to a court filing.
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is preparing to travel to eastern Russia in his private armored train, which is equipped with bulletproof cars, conference rooms, bedrooms, satellite phones, flatscreen TVs, and a dining car that serves various cuisines including lobster and BBQ.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is expected to meet with Elon Musk during his visit to San Francisco, despite Musk's recent involvement in antisemitic controversies.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is scheduled to visit Washington in an effort to reinforce Congress to grant the White House's budget request for over $24 billion in aid to Ukraine, as tensions and disagreements within the Republican Party and some Democrats over supporting Ukraine continue to grow.
Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders signed a law restricting the release of her travel and security records, citing the need to protect her and her family, despite criticism that it reduces government transparency.
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni dealt a blow to Xi Jinping's plans by announcing Italy's withdrawal from the Belt and Road Initiative, a decision communicated to Chinese Premier Li Qiang during their meeting at the G20 summit.
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, who criticized Democrats for pursuing impeachment without passing a budget in 2019, is now facing a budget crisis and potential government shutdown while pushing for an impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden to appease far-right Republicans threatening his speakership.
China's Xi Jinping and Russia's Vladimir Putin will be absent from the G-20 meeting in New Delhi, leaving countries to engage with underlings instead, sparking speculation on the reasons behind their absence and the impact on global economic cooperation.
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and his wife, Akshata Murty, captured global attention and admiration for their visible chemistry, fashion choices, and affectionate gestures during their visit to India for the G20 Summit.
A parliamentary researcher with links to senior Conservatives has been arrested for alleged spying for China, prompting concerns about the need for tighter procedures for issuing parliamentary passes and potential infiltration of other institutions.
A bill requiring large companies in California to publicly disclose their greenhouse gas emissions has passed the state Senate, despite opposition from some business interests.
Prosecutors have requested that U.S. District Judge Tanya S. Chutkan not recuse herself from Donald Trump's federal election obstruction case, stating that Trump's team failed to provide evidence of her bias.
Democratic Senator Sheldon Whitehouse is seeking to file an ethics complaint against Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito for allegedly violating judicial ethics by criticizing Whitehouse's Supreme Court ethics reform legislation.
Former President Donald Trump plans to move his Georgia election trial to federal court within the next 30 days, potentially allowing him to claim immunity from prosecution and expand the pool of potential jurors.
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken declined to criticize Elon Musk for refusing to help the Ukrainian government access his Starlink internet service in order to attack Russia, stating that Starlink has been important for Ukraine's communication and defense efforts.
Daily Kos is encouraging people to get involved in the upcoming elections and is expressing solidarity with the Black community.
A top IRS official involved in the government's probe into Hunter Biden recommended removing whistleblower Gary Shapley from the investigatory team due to perceived bias, according to congressional testimony.
India, along with the US and Europe, successfully countered China's global influence at the recent G20 summit, bolstering India's rising power and giving a boost to the US-led world order.
Under the leadership of Chief Minister Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy, the Andhra Pradesh government has inaugurated five new government medical colleges to enhance public health infrastructure and medical education in the state.
Republicans launched an impeachment inquiry against Joe Biden because they want to shut down the government, with hard-right Republicans demanding cuts to spending and increases in immigration enforcement.
Former Trump aide Peter Navarro has been found guilty of contempt of Congress for refusing to cooperate with an investigation into efforts to overturn the 2020 election, and he faces up to a year in prison for each of the two contempt counts.
Spain's suspended football federation President Luis Rubiales has announced his resignation following public criticism for forcibly kissing footballer Jenni Hermoso at the Women's World Cup final.
Alabama Sen. Tommy Tuberville's block on military promotions in protest of the Pentagon's abortion policy has been met with indifference from Republican colleagues, despite concerns about national security and the impact on military families.
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy engaged in a heated exchange with an Associated Press reporter, challenging the assertion that his impeachment inquiry was launched "without evidence," and providing a list of instances that could be considered evidence of wrongdoing by President Biden.
Ginni Thomas, wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, collaborated with conservative activists to exploit the Citizens United ruling and advance the conservative agenda, with funding from Harlan Crow and the creation of non-profit groups such as Liberty Central and Judicial Education Project.
The Ukrainian military has confirmed the liberation of Andriyivka in Donetsk Oblast, resulting in significant casualties for the Russian 72nd Separate Motorized Rifle Brigade, marking a key success in their counteroffensive on the right flank of Bakhmut.
Former President Donald Trump claims he doesn't know who gave Dr. Anthony Fauci a presidential award, even though he himself awarded it to Fauci on his last day in office.
Former Treasury Secretary Jack Lew has been nominated by President Joe Biden to serve as the next U.S. ambassador to Israel, with the Biden administration aiming to strengthen relations between Israel and Saudi Arabia.
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken visited Kyiv to show support for Ukraine's counteroffensive against Russian forces and is likely to announce a new package of US assistance worth over $1 billion.
Senator Tommy Tuberville's blockade on senior military promotions due to his protest against military service members receiving abortion care is causing stress and problems in senior military leadership, potentially leading to a shutdown of the Senate.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov claimed diplomatic victory at the G20 summit in India, stating that they were able to prevent any direct criticism of Russia's invasion of Ukraine and that the text of the summit does not mention Russia at all.
The Dominican Republic plans to close its border with Haiti amid conflict over the construction of a water channel, leading to the return of hundreds of Haitians from the Dominican Republic.
NBC News has had success in interviewing Donald Trump compared to other news outlets, and Kristen Welker's upcoming interview with Trump on "Meet The Press" is expected to be a standout feature of her first broadcast as anchor, following a string of successful interviews by NBC journalists.
Russia's Central Bank has raised interest rates to 13% as it expresses concerns about rising inflation and an overheating economy due to increased government spending on the war in Ukraine.
The impeachment trial of Ken Paxton, suspended Attorney General of Texas, is underway with his defense attorneys aiming to disprove the allegations and arguing that Paxton was within his purview as the state's top lawyer to investigate Nate Paul's claims.
Amidst the growing migrant crisis in New York City, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, and Senator Kirsten Gillibrand are being criticized for their lack of action and concern for their constituents.
Niger's junta accuses France of deploying troops in West African countries in preparation for a possible military intervention with the regional bloc ECOWAS, escalating tensions between the two since the ouster of President Mohamed Bazoum.
Democratic Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez faced backlash from New Yorkers furious about the migrant crisis as protesters shouted "close the border" during her press conference outside the Roosevelt Hotel in Manhattan.
The fate of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton hangs in the balance as the state Senate begins deliberations in his impeachment trial after closing arguments were delivered by both sides; it is still uncertain when the Senate will vote on whether to convict him on any of the 16 articles of impeachment.
Republican presidential candidate Nikki Haley criticized President Biden for sending cabinet members to China, arguing that it was "embarrassing" and highlighting China's aggressive actions and threats towards the US.