Historian Garrett Graff argues that the US has crossed into authoritarianism. He points to escalating federal control in Washington D.C., the deployment of armed military units, and the weaponization of law enforcement against political opponents. Graff cites the lack of significant public pushback and the president's actions impacting...
Bernie Sanders urges Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s resignation as Health Secretary, citing endangerment of public health. Sanders criticizes Kennedy's anti-vaccine stance, conspiracy theories, and the firing of CDC officials who opposed his policies. He highlights budget cuts, political interference, and the potential resurgence of eradicated diseases due to...
President Trump's unusually quiet three-day absence from public appearances at the end of August sparked online speculation about his health. While the White House stated he was holding meetings, his weekend golf outing with grandchildren fueled rumors. Past presidents have taken longer summer vacations, but Trump has instead...
The US revoked the visas of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and 80 other officials, preventing their participation in upcoming UN meetings. This action, part of a broader US policy targeting Palestinians, sparked outrage from the Palestinian Authority and international allies like France and Spain. They condemned the move as...
Rumors spread on social media claiming President Trump had died after he wasn't seen publicly for a few days. These claims were unfounded. Trump was photographed Saturday leaving for his golf course in Virginia with his granddaughter. His recent public appearances included a Cabinet meeting and previous...
Thailand's Prime Minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, was dismissed by the Constitutional Court. A leaked phone call with Cambodia's former leader, Hun Sen, led to accusations of compromising national interests. The court ruled that her actions, while not dishonest, breached ethical standards. This decision ends her term and delivers...
US drug overdose deaths have significantly dropped to a 5-year low, reaching 77,648 in the 12 months ending March 2025. Despite this decline, President Trump continues to frame fentanyl as a major threat, implementing policies like mandatory minimum sentences and threatening military action against Mexico. Experts like Dr....
Attorney General Pam Bondi fired a Justice Department employee, Elizabeth Baxter, for allegedly flipping off National Guard members in Washington D.C. Baxter, a paralegal specialist, was reportedly seen and heard using vulgar gestures and shouting at the guards multiple times. This is the second employee Bondi has fired this...
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s leadership at the CDC is facing intense criticism. Three senior CDC leaders resigned due to frustrations over his policies, particularly his vaccine skepticism. The White House defends Kennedy, calling him a public health expert, while others, including some Republicans and Democrats, call for his...
Missouri's Republican Governor Mike Kehoe is calling for a special session to redraw the state's congressional districts, aiming to benefit Republicans in the 2026 elections. This follows Texas's similar move, creating a partisan battle over redistricting. The proposed Missouri map targets a Democratic representative's district. Democrats strongly...
