Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is facing a political scandal involving $10 million in state funds allegedly misused for a political campaign. The money, initially part of a Medicaid settlement paid to a charity founded by DeSantis' wife, was funneled through "dark money" groups to oppose a marijuana legalization amendment....
A federal judge partially blocked President Trump's executive order on election changes, preventing the immediate implementation of a proof-of-citizenship requirement for voter registration. The judge ruled that the Constitution grants election regulation power to states and Congress, not the president. However, other parts of the order, such as...
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro's health has deteriorated significantly since his hospitalization for intestinal problems. The 70-year-old underwent complex surgery and is now in intensive care, showing higher blood pressure and worsening liver function. Despite his condition, he faces trial for alleged coup plotting and continues to be...
President Trump claims the US and China are actively discussing trade, while China's Foreign Ministry calls it "fake news." Trump recently increased tariffs on Chinese goods to 145%, prompting retaliatory measures from China. While some Trump administration officials suggest potential tariff reductions, others insist on no unilateral concessions....
Barnard College employees received unsolicited text messages from the EEOC, linking to a survey inquiring about their Jewish or Israeli identity and experiences with antisemitism. The survey, part of a broader EEOC investigation into antisemitism allegations at the college, triggered anxiety among recipients who felt it was intrusive and...
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's attempt to require proof of citizenship for voter registration and to assess citizenship of public assistance recipients before voter registration. The judge ruled that Congress, not the President, holds the authority to regulate federal elections, stating the executive order was an attempt...
US President Trump announced talks between US and Chinese officials to resolve their trade war. China denied any ongoing negotiations, stating that the US must remove tariffs for talks to resume. The IMF's director, Kristalina Georgieva, urged a swift resolution to the trade conflict, warning of significant global...
A federal judge, Stephanie Gallagher, ordered the Trump administration to facilitate the return of a Venezuelan asylum seeker, Cristian, deported to El Salvador despite a pending application. The ruling stems from a 2019 settlement agreement violated by the government's deportation of Cristian and another individual, Kilmar Abrego Garcia. ...
North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum vetoed a bill that would have restricted access to materials deemed sexually explicit in libraries. The governor, a Republican, argued the bill was an overreach and would lead to censorship and unintended consequences for communities. The bill's failure means librarians won't face prosecution...
The Trump administration appealed to the Supreme Court to reinstate a ban on transgender service members. Lower courts previously blocked the ban, citing violations of constitutional rights. The administration argues the ban is necessary for military readiness, citing a previous Supreme Court decision allowing a similar policy. ...
