Ukraine's parliament swiftly passed and President Zelensky signed a law restoring the independence of the National Anti-Corruption Bureau (NABU) and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor's Office (SAPO). This reverses a controversial July 22nd law that sparked protests and international backlash. The new law addresses concerns about political interference, reinstating...
A federal judge blocked the Trump administration's termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for 60,000 immigrants from Nepal, Honduras, and Nicaragua. The judge, Trina L. Thompson, ruled the administration failed to objectively review country conditions before ending the protections, citing political violence and the impact of recent storms. ...
Myanmar's military government ended its state of emergency, declared after the 2021 coup, and announced elections for December. General Min Aung Hlaing relinquished some posts but remains the acting president, consolidating power. However, the election faces significant challenges, including a nationwide civil war and opposition pledges to disrupt...
President Trump's recent tariff strategy, initially met with widespread criticism, has yielded unexpected results. Despite initial market volatility and concerns about economic repercussions, bilateral trade deals have been secured, tariff revenue is up, and the US economy remains resilient. While the long-term effects remain uncertain, the White House views...
Federal judges are facing a surge in threats and harassment, including pizza deliveries to their homes in the name of Judge Esther Salas' deceased son, Daniel Anderl. This follows a 2020 attack on Salas' home. Judges, including Salas, McConnell, Coughenour, and Lasnik, have reported threats, including death threats and...
The Senate Appropriations Committee approved a $400 million increase to the National Institutes of Health (NIH) budget for fiscal year 2026, defying President Trump's proposed $18 billion cut. The committee rejected the administration's plans to consolidate NIH institutes and alter university research funding. The bipartisan vote (26-3) included...
President Trump's long-held plan to construct a new White House ballroom is moving forward. Construction, costing $200 million funded by Trump and other donors, begins this September. The 90,000-square-foot ballroom will replace the East Wing and accommodate 650 guests, addressing the current need for larger event spaces. Trump...
Michigan Senator Elissa Slotkin missed Senate votes, including two on arms sales to Israel, while appearing on 'The Late Show with Stephen Colbert'. This occurred during a heated debate within the Democratic Party regarding the issue. The Senate ultimately rejected resolutions to block the sales, though a significant...
Over 154,000 federal employees are being paid not to work under a deferred resignation program, costing taxpayers millions. The program, intended to streamline the government and save money long-term, has drawn criticism for its chaotic implementation and legal battles with unions. While proponents cite potential long-term savings and...
Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh defended the court's handling of emergency cases, particularly those involving President Trump's policies. He argued that writing extensive explanations for emergency orders could prematurely reveal the justices' leanings. However, Justice Elena Kagan countered that the court should improve its explanations. The court's...
