Hundreds gathered at Harvard Yard Tuesday evening for a pro-Palestinian demonstration. A former Jewish student leader who has criticized pro-Palestinian activism spoke first, followed by a prominent Harvard professor urging defense of the university. The protest reflects ongoing tensions on campus surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, free speech, and...
The Wall Street Journal reports that ICC chief prosecutor Karim Khan, before being placed on leave due to sexual assault allegations, planned to issue arrest warrants for Israeli ministers Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich over West Bank settlement expansion. The decision now rests with Khan's deputies. This action...
Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed a new law requiring Apple and Google to verify app users' ages in Texas. Minors will need parental consent for app downloads and in-app purchases. The law, opposed by Apple and Google, follows a similar Utah law and comes amidst stalled federal legislation...
Elon Musk criticized Donald Trump's newly passed spending bill, calling it "big" but not "beautiful," and expressing disappointment that it undermines his former government efficiency team's cost-cutting efforts. The bill, lauded by Trump as historically significant, will increase the national debt by over $3.3 trillion. Musk, who previously spent...
The Trump administration petitioned the Supreme Court to overturn a federal judge's order mandating due process for immigrants facing deportation to third countries. Judge Murphy's injunction requires notice of destination, time to raise safety concerns, and time to contest deportation. The administration argues this creates diplomatic issues and harms...
National Public Radio (NPR) has sued the Trump administration, challenging an executive order that cuts federal funding to NPR and PBS. The lawsuit, filed in federal court, alleges the order violates the First Amendment by targeting NPR for perceived bias in its news coverage. The White House defends...
Former President Trump has issued a full pardon to reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley, who were convicted of tax evasion and bank fraud totaling over $30 million. The pardon, announced Tuesday, is seen as another example of Trump using his clemency powers. Trump justified the pardon by...
Facing a surprise $1.1 billion budget cut due to a congressional error, Washington D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced a plan to avoid layoffs and major service cuts. The city will utilize a 2009 federal law to increase spending and implement a hiring freeze and minor cuts to contracts and...
Republican Senator Tommy Tuberville announced his candidacy for Alabama governor in 2024. The former Auburn football coach, known for his close ties to Donald Trump and controversial Senate actions, aims to improve education and attract manufacturing. His campaign faces potential challenges regarding his residency, as opponents plan to contest...
Germany's reluctance to supply Ukraine with Taurus cruise missiles is causing tension, particularly ahead of Zelenskyy's Berlin visit. CDU leader Merz's conflicting statements on range limitations for weapons supplied to Ukraine have fueled the controversy. While allies like the US, France, and UK have provided long-range systems and permitted...
