Ukrainian President Zelensky met with Pope Leo XIV on Sunday following the Pope's inaugural Mass. The meeting occurred after Pope Leo offered to host peace talks between Ukraine and Russia at the Vatican. The Pope expressed a strong desire to help end the war and emphasized the suffering...
The Supreme Court heard arguments on injunctions blocking President Trump's executive order targeting birthright citizenship. While seemingly about birthright citizenship, the core issue was the power of lower courts to issue nationwide injunctions against presidential orders. Conservative attorney George Conway criticized Solicitor General Sauer's performance, suggesting the administration...
House Republicans' attempt to slash Medicaid by over $625 billion stalled after failing to pass a key House committee. GOP leaders aim for a Sunday vote, suggesting rushed negotiations to secure Republican support for the bill, aligning with Donald Trump's spending cuts. Critics, including former Rep. Henry Waxman,...
Former Vice President Mike Pence criticized President Trump's economic and foreign policies in a recent NBC interview. Pence voiced strong disapproval of Trump's tariff approach, arguing it would harm American consumers and jobs, contrasting it with the Trump administration's previous strategy. He also criticized Trump's acceptance of a gift...
Maryland Governor Wes Moore vetoed a bill that would have established a commission to study and recommend reparations for slavery and racial discrimination. Moore, the nation's only Black governor, cited sufficient prior study on the legacy of slavery as his reason. This decision contrasts with other Democratic governors...
Germany plans a significant military buildup, aiming to create Europe's strongest conventional army. Chancellor Merz seeks to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP, a historic shift from its post-Cold War policy of restraint. This follows a broader trend in Europe, with countries like France, Poland, and the UK...
Trump's envoy, Steve Witkoff, expressed confidence in a successful upcoming phone call between President Trump and Vladimir Putin to discuss the Ukraine conflict. Witkoff believes the call will clarify positions and advance negotiations, although acknowledging the complexities involved. He also addressed other issues, including the Iranian nuclear deal...
Donald Trump's recent Gulf trip has raised concerns over unprecedented deals benefiting US companies and himself. Experts cite a "pay-for-access" approach, contrasting with Biden's stricter policies. Major US firms negotiated deals directly with Gulf leaders, often bypassing restrictions on advanced technology sales. The trip's focus has shifted...
Beto O'Rourke criticized Joe Biden's decision to run for reelection, arguing it cost Democrats the presidency and led to Donald Trump's second term. O'Rourke claims Biden's age and perceived mental decline hurt his credibility, a sentiment echoed by other Democrats. A new book, "Original Sin," reinforces this critique,...
Five years post-Brexit, UK and EU leaders are set to meet for a summit in London on Monday, aiming to improve relations. A major defense and security agreement is expected, strengthening European military security amidst reduced US commitment. Negotiations also focus on easing food trade rules and enhancing...
