Concerns are rising about the preparedness of US agencies for the upcoming hurricane season. Significant staff cuts at FEMA, including a one-third reduction in full-time employees and a loss of experienced personnel, have raised alarms. While FEMA and NOAA claim readiness, experts warn of diminished capacity and potential...
Zohran Mamdani, a 33-year-old progressive candidate for New York City mayor, is surging in the polls, challenging front-runner Andrew Cuomo. His popularity stems from a strong ground game with over 20,000 young volunteers, populist policies like rent freezes and free childcare funded by increased taxes on the wealthy, and...
Elon Musk's four-month stint as head of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) ended this week, marked by controversy and falling short of his $1 trillion federal spending cut goal. He achieved only $170 billion in cuts, leading President Trump to question his effectiveness. Their relationship was strained...
President Trump announced a doubling of tariffs on imported steel and aluminum to 50%, effective Wednesday. This decision, announced during a visit to a Pennsylvania steel plant, aims to protect the US steel industry. The announcement coincided with news of a deal involving Japanese steelmaker Nippon Steel investing...
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz will meet with US President Donald Trump at the White House on Thursday. This first meeting since Merz took office will cover the Ukraine war, Middle East issues, and trade policy. Prior to the meeting, Merz publicly clashed with Trump's team regarding interference in...
CPAC conferences in Poland and Hungary, backed by the US, saw nationalist leaders like Viktor Orban promote a conservative vision for Europe. Speakers criticized the EU's Green Deal and mass immigration, advocating for a return to traditional values. The events, timed ahead of Poland's election, aimed to bolster...
Donald Trump's "Big Beautiful Bill" significantly favors the wealthy, increasing their tax breaks while simultaneously reducing benefits for lower-income individuals. The bill cuts Medicaid funding by $880 billion, potentially impacting over 10 million people's health insurance. It also includes provisions that weaken the rule of law, boost private...
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, Kamala Harris's former running mate, addressed the South Carolina Democratic convention, criticizing Donald Trump and urging Democrats to be more assertive. Walz delivered passionate speeches at the convention and a fundraising dinner, using strong language against Trump. He's considering a 2028 presidential run and...
Turkish authorities have arrested dozens of people, including opposition party members and municipal mayors, in Istanbul and Adana on corruption charges. This is the fifth wave of arrests targeting President Erdogan's opponents, following the imprisonment of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, a key rival. Imamoglu, from the CHP party,...
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz addressed South Carolina Democrats, emphasizing the importance of party engagement in red states. Their appearances, alongside events like Rep. Clyburn's fish fry and the state party convention, signal the early stages of the 2028 presidential primary race are already underway,...
