Former Nevada lawmaker Michele Fiore, convicted of wire fraud for misusing memorial funds for personal expenses like cosmetic surgery, received a full pardon from President Trump. Fiore, who faced decades in prison, announced the pardon on Facebook, claiming a decade-long conspiracy. The pardon sparked criticism from Nevada Democrats...
Donald Trump's executive order aims to accelerate deep-sea mining within US and international waters, prioritizing access to critical minerals for various sectors. This move bypasses ongoing UN negotiations and faces opposition from countries like China and environmental groups concerned about potential harm to deep-sea ecosystems. While the administration projects...
World leaders and royalty are converging on Rome for Pope Francis' funeral on Saturday. Tens of thousands of mourners have already paid their respects, with the Vatican extending viewing hours due to high turnout. The funeral will be a simple affair, reflecting Francis' humility, with a group of...
Florida State Senator Jason Pizzo, a potential gubernatorial candidate, left the Democratic Party, citing its internal strife and decline. He declared the party 'dead' and likened its state to the fall of Rome. Pizzo's decision was met with criticism from State Democratic Party Chair Nikki Fried, who called...
Ukrainian President Zelensky stated that Ukraine is complying with international partners' proposals while upholding its constitution. He confirmed the removal of unconstitutional clauses from a mineral agreement. Zelensky described sitting at a negotiating table with Russia as a major compromise, given Russia's aggression. He reported a large-scale...
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth used an unsecured internet connection in his Pentagon office, bypassing government security protocols to access Signal on a personal computer. This "dirty line" connection risks exposing sensitive defense information to hacking. He allegedly used this to share classified information with family and friends...
A federal judge in Washington D.C. blocked parts of President Trump's executive order on election integrity. The order prevented requirements for documentary proof of citizenship for voter registration. Judge Kollar-Kotelly cited Congress's authority over election regulation. Other provisions regarding mail-in ballots and data collection were deemed premature...
The Supreme Court mandated reasonable notice and legal challenge opportunities for Venezuelan migrants facing deportation to El Salvador. A recently unsealed document reveals the Trump administration's response: detainees received a one-page form, allowing a phone call and a 12-hour window to express intent to challenge detention, followed by...
EU President von der Leyen is pushing for several major trade agreements, including a long-awaited deal with the Mercosur bloc (Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay). However, the Mercosur deal faces significant opposition from European farmers concerned about competition from South American imports and deforestation issues in Brazil. While some...
Donald Trump criticized Fox News's latest poll showing his disapproval rating at 55%, alleging bias and calling for Rupert Murdoch to replace its pollster. He also attacked the Wall Street Journal for its critical editorials. Despite past disagreements, Trump revealed an upcoming interview with The Atlantic's Jeffrey Goldberg,...
