Brazilian President Lula condemned Donald Trump's threat to impose 50% tariffs on Brazilian goods starting August 1st, calling it "unacceptable blackmail." Trump claims the tariffs are in response to legal proceedings against former Brazilian President Bolsonaro. Lula denies political motivation in the case, asserting Brazil's judicial independence and sovereignty....
Cristosal, El Salvador's leading human rights group, has been forced to cease operations within the country due to escalating threats and harassment from President Nayib Bukele's government. The group, founded 25 years ago, cites legal harassment, espionage, and defamation campaigns as reasons for its relocation to Guatemala and Honduras....
The Department of Justice (DOJ) has requested voter information from at least six states, sparking concerns. Requests included voter registration lists, information on voting systems, and how non-citizens on voter lists are identified. In Colorado, outreach was allegedly made on behalf of White House Deputy Chief of Staff...
Slovakia, after six vetoes, will approve the EU's 18th sanctions package against Russia. Prime Minister Robert Fico cited received assurances from the European Commission regarding gas supply concerns and price compensation. These assurances address Slovakia's anxieties about transitioning away from Russian gas, enabling the package's passage, which includes...
The House approved a bill eliminating $1.1 billion in funding for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, jeopardizing over 100 PBS and NPR radio and TV stations nationwide. This could trigger a "doom loop," impacting content producers and potentially causing further station closures. While some senators in affected states...
Amidst Japan's upcoming election, a new task force addressing concerns about foreigners has been established. Fueled by a rise in tourism and foreign residents, and amplified by a nationalist party, anxieties over crime, resource strain, and job competition have emerged. While the task force aims to harmonize coexistence,...
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis' administration secretly built a migrant detention center in the Everglades, bypassing local officials and regulations. Emails reveal local officials were unaware of the "Alligator Alcatraz" facility's construction until it was nearly complete. The state used an executive order to seize land and expedite construction, sparking criticism...
Donald Trump threatened to sue the Wall Street Journal, News Corp, and Rupert Murdoch over an article detailing a birthday letter allegedly written by Trump to Jeffrey Epstein in 2003. Trump calls the article "false, malicious, and defamatory," claiming he warned them beforehand. The article's publication follows ongoing...
Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze rejected the EU's ultimatum to suspend Georgia's visa-free travel status. The EU demanded Tbilisi repeal its controversial foreign agents law and uphold freedom of expression by the end of August. This follows recent crackdowns on protests and imprisonment of opposition figures, raising concerns...
The House is expected to approve President Trump's request to reclaim approximately $9 billion in funding for public broadcasting and foreign aid. This marks the first successful presidential rescissions request in decades, bypassing typical bipartisan processes. Republicans view the programs as bloated, while Democrats express concerns about the...
