Attorney General Pam Bondi rescinded a Biden-era policy that restricted seizing reporters' records in leak investigations. The move, prompted by alleged leaks of classified information to the New York Times, allows for more aggressive pursuit of leaks and could target journalists. While Bondi assures procedural protections remain, critics...
Sen. Chris Murphy (D-CT) is touring Republican districts, holding town halls in GOP lawmakers' home turf to counter their avoidance of public engagement. He's utilizing a multi-pronged approach including TV appearances, fundraising, and social media engagement, directly addressing voter anxieties about Trump and Democratic inaction. While not drawing...
Former US President Donald Trump secured a front-row seat at Pope Francis' funeral, a stark contrast to his 2022 seating at Queen Elizabeth II's funeral which he criticized. This preferential treatment, breaking with established protocol, placed him alongside Ukrainian President Zelensky. Trump's prominent seating comes despite Pope Francis'...
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's office is embroiled in a leak investigation that led to the firing of three senior aides: Dan Caldwell, Darin Selnick, and Colin Carroll. The investigation, centered on a leaked document outlining military options for the Panama Canal, allegedly implicated Caldwell, who denies the accusations. ...
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and former US President Donald Trump held a 15-minute meeting inside St. Peter's Basilica before Pope Francis' funeral. The White House called the meeting "very productive," while Zelensky described it as "very symbolic" with "historic potential." The meeting follows Trump's claim that Russia and...
A New York school district is defying a state ban on Native American mascots, clinging to its 'Chiefs' logo despite a judge dismissing its lawsuit. The district, supported by President Trump, argues the logo honors a historical figure. Opponents, including some residents of Native American descent, contend the...
Former Bank of England Governor Mark Carney, after rejecting previous political offers, is now leading Canada's Liberal Party into a federal election. His decades-long career in international finance and economics precedes this unexpected political foray. Facing a potential trade war with the US, Carney's experience in managing economic...
Three federal judges blocked the Trump administration's attempt to ban diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in schools. Judges in Maryland, New Hampshire, and Washington D.C. ruled the administration overstepped its authority, citing vague definitions of 'DEI' and a lack of evidence supporting claims of discriminatory teaching. The rulings...
Elon Musk's "Doge" agency, aimed at cutting US government spending, claims over $160 billion in savings. BBC Verify investigated these claims, finding a lack of evidence for many large figures. Analysis revealed overstated savings, including a $2.9 billion claim from cancelling a migrant children's facility contract; the actual...
Pope Francis, in his final address, emphasized unity and support for the marginalized. Conversely, President Trump's Easter message was filled with insults toward political opponents. Their differing views on migration, the environment, and poverty are highlighted by Trump's attendance at Francis' funeral. Despite their contrasting styles and stances,...
