Former Trump aide turned January 6 witness Cassidy Hutchinson alleges in her new book that Rudy Giuliani groped her, describing him as "like a wolf closing in on its prey" on the day of the Capitol attack.
Potential tax charges against Hunter Biden faced obstacles when federal prosecutors in California and Washington, D.C. declined to assist U.S. Attorney David Weiss in charging him, leading to frustration and concerns about the investigation's future, according to testimony from an IRS law enforcement official obtained by POLITICO.
A small group of centrist Democrats are secretly negotiating with Republicans close to Speaker Kevin McCarthy in an attempt to reach a last-minute deal to fund the government and prevent a shutdown, as they are concerned that their own party cannot stop a shutdown on its own due to the intransigence of conservative members.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy urged for the removal of Russia's veto power at the U.N. Security Council as a consequence for its invasion of Ukraine, while Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov defended the use of the veto.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer plans to bypass Sen. Tommy Tuberville's blockade on military promotions and confirmations by holding floor votes on three top military nominees.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy seeks continued support from the U.S. amid Russia's ongoing war, despite growing Republican opposition.
The Senate approved the nominations of Gen. Randy A. George as Army chief of staff and Eric M. Smith as commandant of the Marine Corps, overcoming Sen. Tommy Tuberville's obstruction of senior military officer promotions due to a dispute over a Pentagon abortion policy.
Minnesota Democrat Rep. Angie Craig has introduced a bill called the MCCARTHY Shutdown Act, which would withhold pay from members of Congress during a government shutdown to ensure they experience the same financial hardships as federal workers.
President Joe Biden's aides have asked Ambassador Rahm Emanuel to stop posting taunting messages about Chinese President Xi Jinping on social media, as they believe it undermines the administration's efforts to improve relations with China.
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi says that the release of the five Americans from Iranian detention was prompted by purely humanitarian motives and was an opportunity to show the true face of Iran's humanitarian efforts, as he defends the decision to unfreeze Iranian funds.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky calls on Donald Trump to provide concrete details and take action on his promise to end the Russian invasion of Ukraine, stating that simply giving up Ukrainian land is not a peace formula.
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and President Biden managed to reach an agreement on the debt ceiling, averting default, but the House GOP is now in disarray, with infighting and threats of unseating McCarthy, leading to the possibility of another government shutdown.
Republicans in Congress are set to hold an impeachment inquiry into Joe Biden's family business dealings, while also risking a government shutdown, demonstrating how both impeachment and shutdowns have become political weapons wielded with increasing frequency, to the detriment of US democracy.
Attorney General Merrick Garland will face tough questioning from House Republicans about the "weaponization" of the Justice Department under President Biden, with the focus on cases involving Donald Trump and Hunter Biden, as well as defending the agency against increased threats and scrutiny towards its agents.
Democratic Rep. Andy Kim of New Jersey has announced that he will run against Sen. Bob Menendez, who has been indicted on corruption-related offenses and has refused to step down, stating that New Jersey deserves better representation in the Senate.
Attorney General Merrick Garland plans to defend his department's handling of high-profile investigations and assert the independence of career officials in the face of Republican criticism during his testimony before the House Judiciary Committee.
Dianne Feinstein, the longest-serving female senator, has died at 90 after a trailblazing career in politics marked by her leadership on the Intelligence Committee and contributions to the federal bench.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's recent accusations against India, particularly concerning the Nijjar case, have sparked concerns among experts as they fear it may negatively impact diplomatic ties and suggest a more measured approach.
More than half of the Senate Democratic caucus, including Senator Cory Booker, is calling for Senator Bob Menendez to resign following his federal indictment for alleged bribery, while the senator himself remains defiant and maintains his innocence.
Speaker Kevin McCarthy is facing challenges to his leadership as he tries to rally House Republicans to pass a conservative bill to keep the government open, but the bill is unlikely to prevent a federal shutdown.
Rep. Matt Gaetz threatens to force a vote to oust House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, citing poor leadership in the House and calling on his Democratic colleagues to "bail out our failed Speaker."
Senator Robert Menendez and his wife have been indicted on federal bribery charges, accused of receiving hundreds of thousands of dollars in bribes and using the senator's influence to benefit businessmen from New Jersey and the Egyptian government.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's allegation that the Indian government was involved in the murder of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar has sparked a diplomatic controversy, with the Indian government denying the accusations and urging Canada to take action against anti-India elements within its borders.
The speaker of Canada's House of Commons, Anthony Rota, resigned after inviting a man who fought for a Nazi military unit to Parliament, causing widespread outrage and embarrassment.
Daily Kos is taking action to support the Black community and promote civic engagement in the upcoming elections.
House Republicans are holding their first hearing in the impeachment inquiry of Joe Biden, investigating allegations of corruption in his family's business dealings, though substantial evidence has yet to be produced, and it is unlikely to lead to his removal from office.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's decision to relax the Senate floor's dress code, allowing for more casual attire, has sparked backlash from lawmakers who view the change as disrespectful to the institution and its traditions.
The possibility of a government shutdown looms as Congress struggles to agree on federal spending bills, potentially affecting federal and contract workers, restricting services, and impacting the DC region, Maryland, and Virginia.
Hunter Biden has filed a lawsuit against Rudy Giuliani and another attorney, accusing them of accessing and disseminating his personal data in an effort to discredit President Joe Biden.