Report: Donations to Biden Plunge, Trump Rise

In a worrying sign for Democrats, fundraising for President Joe Biden's reelection bid plunged in April as contributions to former President Donald Trump's campaign increased.

Mike Johnson Pushes Big Crypto Bill, Democrats May Back

House Speaker Mike Johnson's strategy to maintain Republican unity after the failed motion to vacate by dividing Democrats continues to play out well on the issue of cryptocurrency, Politico reported.

Sen. Thune: 'Desperate' Dems Now See Border Vulnerability

Senate Minority Whip John Thune, R-S.D., said congressional Democrats are suddenly motivated and "desperate" to fix the border crisis of their own making amid sagging poll numbers and with an election coming into view.

Senate Close to Confirming Biden's 200th Federal Judge

President Joe Biden has surpassed former President Donald Trump's pace in judicial confirmations.

Dem Rep. Tlaib Paid $435,000 to Anti-Israel Firm

Rep. Rashida Tlaib, D-Mich., has paid $435,000 to a consulting firm led by an anti-Israeli activist, according to the Washington Examiner.

Defense Rests Without Trump Testimony in New York Trial

Donald Trump's lawyers rested their defense Tuesday without the former president taking the witness stand in his New York business records trial.The jury was sent home until May 28, when closing arguments are expected.

Mike Johnson Moves to Sanction ICC

House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., is likely to bring a vote this week on legislation to sanction the International Criminal Court over its decision to pursue arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant on charges of war...

China Sanctions Ex-US Lawmaker for Backing Taiwan

China on Tuesday sanctioned Mike Gallagher, a former Republican member of Congress from Wisconsin who has shown support for Taiwan.

Elvis Presley's Granddaughter Fights Sale of Graceland

Riley Keough, the granddaughter of Elvis Presley, is fighting plans to publicly auction his Graceland estate in Memphis after a company tried to sell the property based on claims that a loan using the king of rock 'n' roll's former home as collateral was not repaid.

Nissan Pauses Plans for EV Production in US

Nissan Motor Co. has paused production plans to build its electric vehicles in the United States, Automotive News reported Tuesday.

New Hampshire Poll: Trump Tied as Independents Flee Biden

Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump is tied with President Joe Biden among voters in the battleground state of New Hampshire, according to the latest N.H. Journal/Praecones Analytica survey of this year's election.

Report: Cohen Faced 15 Years in Prison for Stealing From Trump

Michael Cohen could have been hit with a sentence of up to 15 years behind bars if he'd been charged and convicted of stealing $60,000 from former President Donald Trump, legal experts told the New York Post.

Slovak PM Fico Has CT Scan Amid Assassination Attempt Recovery

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico underwent a follow-up abdominal CT scan and remains conscious and communicative, doctors treating him said Tuesday, as he recovers from being hit by four bullets in an assassination attempt last week.

Report: Cohen Faced 15 Years in Prison for Stealing From Trump

Michael Cohen could have been hit with a sentence of up to 15 years behind bars if he'd been charged and convicted of stealing $60,000 from former President Donald Trump, legal experts told the New York Post. Cohen, the former Trump attorney admitted Monday to jurors in the...

Georgia Election Case Prosecutor Willis, Judge McAfee Face Primary Voters Tuesday

Voters will decide whether two key players in the Georgia election interference case against former President Donald Trump will keep their jobs.

Trump-Backed Candidate Vies for McCarthy's Vacant House Seat

A California legislator backed by former President Donald Trump is in a special election Tuesday to decide who will complete the remainder of the term of deposed former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, R-Calif.

Biden Rebuked for Giving Condolences on Raisi's Death

Republican lawmakers and other critics admonished President Joe Biden for offering "official condolences" to Iran following the death of "The Butcher of Tehran," President Ebrahim Raisi.

Russia Claims Ukraine Attacking With US-Supplied ATACMS

The Russian-installed head of Ukraine's occupied Luhansk region said Tuesday that Ukraine had attacked it the previous day with ATACMS missiles supplied by the United States, wounding eight.

Russia: US Subcritical Experiment Does Not Violate Nuclear Test Ban Treaty

Russia said a U.S. subcritical experiment aimed at giving data on the behavior of the materials used in nuclear warheads did not violate the Comprehensive Nuclear Test Ban Treaty.

1 Dead, Others Injured After Singapore Boeing 777 Flight Hit Severe Turbulence

One person has died aboard a London-Singapore flight that encountered severe turbulence, Singapore Airlines said Tuesday, in which the plane apparently plummeted for a number of minutes before it was diverted to Bangkok, where emergency crews rushed to help injured.

Panama Political Shift Seen as Likely Beneficial to US

The May 5 election of José Raúl Mulino as president of Panama shows a clear shift in the politics of the Central American nation, one that likely will have economic and regional security implications and shares similarities to America's upcoming November elections.

After Raisi Crash, Russia Claims US Sanctions Undermined Aviation Safety

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov, commenting on the helicopter crash that killed Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, said Tuesday that U.S. sanctions had worsened aviation safety.

Scaled Back Pride Month Expected After Massive Consumer Backlash

Target limiting its full array of LGBTQ-themed merchandise to its virtual closet sets the tone for what marketing experts expect will be a "scaled back" Pride Month after the retailer faced a major consumer backlash for offering a full array of controversial swag in stores last year.

JPMorgan CEO Hints at Retiring Sooner Than Expected

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon told investors the bank's succession plans were underway and that he no longer sees a five-year timeline for stepping down.

David Friedman Calls ICC Arrest Warrants 'Grotesque'

Former U.S. Ambassador to Israel David Friedman the arrest warrants issued by the ICC for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant were "grotesque" and a by-product of the weaponization of the justice system in the U.S.

US, Saudis Close to Deal on Defense Pact, White House Says

The United States and Saudi Arabia are close to a final agreement on a bilateral defense pact after the U.S. national security adviser made significant progress in talks with the Saudis over the weekend, the White House said on Monday.White House national security...

Salman Rushdie: Palestinian State Would Be Taliban-Like

Novelist Salman Rushdie warned that if there were to be a Palestinian state in the Middle East, it would mirror what the Taliban is doing in Afghanistan, would be ruled by Hamas terrorists, and be a satellite state for Iran, the world's leading state sponsor of terrorism.

NRA Board Elects Bob Barr New President

The National Rifle Association Board of Directors elected former Republican congressman Bob Barr as its new president on Monday.

Lawmakers: Taxpayer-Funded Scholarship Has Liberal Bias

The taxpayer-funded status of the renowned Truman Scholarship is in jeopardy because of an alleged bias against conservatives.

Judge Cites Error, Will Reopen Sentencing Hearing for Man Who Attacked Paul Pelosi

A federal judge will reopen the sentencing hearing for the man who broke into Nancy Pelosi's San Francisco home and bludgeoned her husband with a hammer after the judge failed to allow him to speak during his court appearance last week.

FDIC Chair to Step Down Once Successor Announced

Federal Deposit Insurance Corp Chair Martin Gruenberg announced his resignation Monday, finally succumbing to a months-long scandal over sexual harassment and other misconduct at the top bank regulator.

Lawmakers: Taxpayer-Funded Scholarship Has Liberal Bias

The taxpayer-funded status of the renowned Truman Scholarship is in jeopardy because of an alleged bias against conservatives.

Yale Graduates Stage Pro-Palestinian Walkout at Commencement

Scores of graduating students staged a walkout from Yale University's commencement exercises on Monday, protesting the Israeli war in Gaza, Yale's financial ties to weapons makers and its response to pro-Palestinian demonstrations on the Ivy League campus. The walkout began ...

Judge Blocks Biden from Enforcing New Gun Sale Rule in Texas

A federal judge has blocked the Biden administration from enforcing a new rule in Texas that would require firearms dealers to run background checks on buyers at gun shows or other places outside brick-and-mortar stores.

Speaker Johnson Marks End of Raisi's 'Brutal Reign' in Iran

House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., released a statement Monday on the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, who died in a helicopter crash on Sunday.

Senate Report: BMW, Jaguar, VW Car Parts Made With China's Forced Labor

BMW, Jaguar Land Rover, and Volkswagen have bought parts made by a Chinese company sanctioned under a 2021 law for using forced labor, a Senate inquiry found, prompting lawmakers to call for stricter enforcement.

Judge Cites Error, Will Reopen Sentencing Hearing for Man Who Attacked Paul Pelosi

A federal judge will reopen the sentencing hearing for the man who broke into Nancy Pelosi's San Francisco home and bludgeoned her husband with a hammer after the judge failed to allow him to speak during his court appearance last week.On Friday, District Judge Jacqueline...

Pro-Palestinian Protesters at Drexel Ignore Call to Disband as US Arrests Top 3,000

Pro-Palestinian protesters ignored a request by Drexel University's president to disband their encampment on Monday as arrests linked to campus demonstrations against the Israel-Hamas war surpassed the 3,000 mark nationwide.Drexel's Philadelphia campus remained on lockdown,...

Speaker Johnson Marks End of Raisi's 'Brutal Reign' in Iran

House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., released a statement Monday on the death of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, who died in a helicopter crash on Sunday. "President Raisi's brutal reign in Iran was marked by terror, danger, and oppression that ranged from killing women who ...

Ipsos Poll: 56% of Voters Support Deporting Illegals

More than half of U.S. voters support deporting all illegal immigrants in the country according to a new poll from Reuters and Ipsos released on Monday.

EPA Warns of Increasing Cyberattacks on Water Systems, Urges Immediate Utility Action

Cyberattacks against water utilities across the country are becoming more frequent and more severe, the Environmental Protection Agency warned Monday as it issued an enforcement alert urging water systems to take immediate actions to protect the nation's drinking...

House Dems Reap Record Fundraising Haul for April

The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) outraised its Republican counterpart in April by more than $2 million, bringing in a record $12.4 million during the month, The Hill reported Monday.

Trump to Court Arab Voters in Swing States

Republican presumptive presidential nominee Donald Trump is targeting a weak spot of President Joe Biden's, sending a former envoy to meet with Arab donors and activists in Michigan on Tuesday in what will be the first in a series of battleground state meetings.

First Neuralink Implant Patient Recounts Glitches

The Food and Drug Administration's approval for Elon Musk's Neuralink to implant its brain chip into a second person comes as the first test participant describes the glitches he overcame.

Nasdaq Hits Record, S&P Ticks Higher

The Nasdaq closed at a record Monday while the S&P 500 gained slightly as technology stocks advanced ahead of Nvidia's highly anticipated earnings and investors gauged the timing of an interest rate cut by the Federal Reserve.

Senate Report: Parts Made With China's Forced Labor in Cars by BMW, Jaguar, Land Rover, VW

Judge in Trump Docs Case 'Disappointed' in Jack Smith

U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon, overseeing former President Donald Trump's criminal trial regarding the handling of classified documents at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida, harshly criticized special counsel Jack Smith's inconsistent positions on the need to seal evidence.

Harvard/Harris Poll: Voters Want RFK Jr. in Debates

Voters want to see Robert F. Kennedy Jr. debate President Joe Biden and former President Joe Biden, according to a new poll.

WashPost: General Wary of US Afghanistan Withdrawal

The top U.S. general in Afghanistan during the U.S. military's 2021 withdrawal reportedly warned Washington repeatedly that security would get "very bad, very fast" after troops departed.

Donald Trump Foreign Policy Advisers Met Israeli PM Netanyahu, Source Says

Three former U.S. foreign policy officials in Donald Trump's administration met with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other public figures in Israel on Monday, according to a person with direct knowledge of the matter.The delegation comprised Robert O'Brien, who served...

Migrants Say They 'Don't Want Trump'

Migrants coming to the United States now say they're hastening to enter the country before November because they're afraid President Joe Biden could lose his reelection bid to former President Donald Trump, who has vowed to close the border.

AOC Backs Bill Limiting Donations to Israeli Settlements

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y. is supporting a New York state bill that would strip New York nonprofits of their tax-exempt status if they used funds to support Israel's military and settlement activity, the New York Times reported.

Trump: Ken Paxton 'Talented,' Good Choice for AG

Former President Donald Trump on Monday praised Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and said he would consider naming him to head the Justice Department if reelected in November.

John Bolton to Newsmax: International Criminal Court Is Bad Idea

The International Criminal Court (ICC) is a fundamentally illegitimate institution, according to John Bolton, former ambassador to the United Nations, on Newsmax.

Supreme Court Won't Hear Maryland School District Gender Identity Case

The Supreme Court declined Monday to hear a bid backed by a conservative Christian legal group to challenge a Maryland school district's policy against informing parents if their children identify as transgender or gender nonconforming.

Harvard Poll: Trump Leads Biden by 6 Points

Former President Donald Trump leads President Joe Biden by six points nationally in a hypothetical head-to-head race, according to a Harvard-Harris survey released Monday.

McLaughlin Poll: Majority Want Prosecutions to Stop as Trump Lead Solidifies

After four years of Joe Biden, Americans know that they are not better off. Most voters are angry and the rest are worried. They want Biden to let the voters decide the next president, as our democracy provides.

Ivan Boesky of 1980s Trading Scandal Dies at 87

Ivan F. Boesky, the flamboyant stock trader whose cooperation with the government cracked open one of the largest insider trading scandals on Wall Street, has died at the age of 87.

House GOP: Immigration Bill 'Dead on Arrival'

Calling the bill "dead on arrival," House Republicans derided the Senate's attempt for a vote on bipartisan immigration legislation this week as a political ploy, Politico reported Monday.

Colorado Dem Gov. Polis, Lawmakers Fight Space Force Proposal

Democrat Gov. Jared Polis and most members of the Colorado's U.S. congressional delegation are fighting the Biden administration's proposal that potentially would move hundreds of the state's Air National Guard members to the U.S. Space Force.

Hall of Famer 'Mr. Raider' Jim Otto Dies at 86

Jim Otto, the Hall of Fame center known as "Mr. Raider" for his durability through a litany of injuries, has died, the team confirmed Sunday night. He was 86.

Sen: Graham: ICC Arrest Warrants 'Outrageous'

Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., on Monday sharply criticized the International Criminal Court's prosecution team for seeking an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling it "a slap in the face" to the country's independent judiciary.

Hillary Clinton Agrees With Trump's Abortion Comment

Hillary Clinton finally agrees with former President Donald Trump on something: Democrats will push to make a federal law for abortion.

Harvard Students Suspended; 12 Won't Graduate

Harvard University suspended five students who participated in anti-Israel protests and placed more than 20 on probation, the Harvard Crimson reported.

Trump: I Should Be Campaigning

Former President Donald Trump on Monday apologized to voters in Iowa and New Hampshire for not being able to campaign in those states due to his criminal trial in New York City.Trump, the presumptive Republican presidential nominee, addressed reporters Monday.

Cohen Admits He 'Stole From the Trump Organization': 'Yes, Sir'

Former Donald Trump attorney Michael Cohen admitted Monday to jurors in the Republican's legal expense trial that he stole tens of thousands of dollars from Trump's company as defense lawyers seized on the star witness' misdeeds to attack his credibility.

Newsweek Poll: Migrants Blamed for Crime in New York

A new poll shows that most New York City residents blame the influx of migrants for the city's crime rate.

Supreme Court Rebuffs Appeal of Maryland Assault Weapons Ban

The Supreme Court declined Monday to hear a challenge to a Democrat-backed ban in Maryland on rifles such as AR-15s, steering clear of the dispute while the litigation continues in a lower court.

WikiLeaks Founder Assange Allowed to Appeal Extradition

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange was given permission on Monday to appeal against extradition to the United States after arguing at London's High Court that he might not be able to rely on his right to free speech in a U.S. court.

Sens. Cruz, Britt Aim to Protect Legal Access to IVF

Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, and Sen. Katie Britt, R-Ala., announced Monday they're introducing legislation to protect legal access to in vitro fertilization, making it a condition to receiving federal funding through Medicaid.

Biden Calls DEI 'Core Strength of America' in NAACP Speech

President Joe Biden lauded diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) as the "core strength of America" during a Sunday speech at an NAACP event in Detroit.

Judge Blocks Rule Expanding Gun Background Checks

A federal judge on Sunday blocked the Biden administration from fully implementing a new rule that would require gun dealers to obtain licenses and conduct background checks when selling firearms at gun shows and online.

Swing-State Senate Dems Running From Biden

Democrat U.S. senators in competitive reelection races are distancing themselves from President Joe Biden, The Hill reported.

Ship That Collapsed Baltimore Bridge Collapse Refloated, Moving

The container ship that caused the deadly collapse of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge was refloated at high tide Monday and began slowly moving back to port, guided by several tugboats.

Target to Lower Prices on 5,000 Basic Goods

Target plans to cut prices on thousands of consumer basics this summer, from diapers to milk, as inflation cuts into household budgets and more Americans pay closer attention to their spending.

Illinois Bill Would Charge Teachers, Others for Sexually Abusing 18-Year-Old Students

It is not currently illegal in Illinois for a teacher or staff member to have a sexual relationship with an 18-year-old student, however, there has been a bill filed in the state legislature to try to change that.

Ukraine Controls 60% of Kharkiv Border Town

Ukrainian troops still control about 60% of Vovchansk and are fighting house-to-house to defend the border town in northeastern Kharkiv region from Russian attacks, officials said in the most detailed public assessment of the battle to date.

Haley's Final Stand: Follow Sununu to Trump or Kasich to Biden?

Nikki Haley is perhaps the highest-profile Republican in the nation who has refused to fall in line and endorse Donald Trump's presidential bid. It is unclear how long that might last.

Unclear Whether Trump Will Testify at Trial

For weeks, Donald Trump has sat silently in a New York courtroom while former employees and associates have testified in his criminal hush money trial. On Monday, the former president might seize the chance to tell his side of the story.

FDA Clears Neuralink Brain Implant for 2nd Patient

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has allowed billionaire Elon Musk's Neuralink to implant its brain chip in a second person after the company disclosed earlier this month that tiny wires inside the brain of its first patient had pulled out of position, The Wall Street...

Russia Vows to Hold Nuclear Exercises in Appropriate Timeframe

The Kremlin said Monday that exercises involving non-strategic nuclear weapons that President Vladimir Putin has ordered would be held "in the relevant timeframes" and that this was a matter for the defense ministry.

Heritage Uses FOIA to Seek Special Counsel's Interview With Biden

The Heritage Foundation's Oversight Project is seeking to force the government to release the audio recordings of President Joe Biden's interview with special counsel Robert Hur, claiming the public has a right to the heart them under the Freedom of Information Act.

China Sanctions Boeing for Taiwan Arms Sales

China's Ministry of Commerce announced sanctions against Boeing and two other defense companies Monday for arms sales to Taiwan, on the day of Taiwan's presidential inauguration.

Schumer: Senate to Vote on Border Bill This Week

The Senate will vote this coming week on a border security bill, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announced Sunday, even though the legislation has no chance of passing, Punchbowl News reported.

Power Restored to Most Affected by Deadly Houston Storm

Houston area residents affected by deadly storms last week received some good news as officials said power had been restored Sunday to a majority of the hundreds of thousands who had been left in the dark and without air conditioning amid hot and humid weather.

Charges Against Top Golfer Scheffler Expected to Be Dropped

Prosecutors are expected to drop the charges against top-ranked golfer Scottie Scheffler after he was arrested on Friday while trying to enter the Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Kentucky, for the second round of the PGA Championship, No Laying Up has reported.

House Dem: Cut Aid to Colleges That Have Antisemitism

Rep. Jake Auchincloss, D-Mass., on Sunday stated that cutting federal funding to Harvard University and other schools "needs to be on the table" due to their handling of alleged campus antisemitism.

Dems, GOP: Showdown This Week Over Noncitizen Voting in DC

In what is likely to be a politically charged showdown this week on immigration and home rule in Washington, D.C., Democrat leadership in the House is encouraging its members to vote against a Republican bill that would block a district law permitting noncitizens to vote.

Xander Schauffele Birdies 18th, Wins PGA Championship for First Major

Xander Schauffele birdied the 72nd hole to break a late tie with Bryson DeChambeau and win the PGA Championship for his first career major championship on Sunday at Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Ky.

Dems, GOP: Showdown This Week Over Noncitizen Voting in DC

In what is likely to be a politically charged showdown this week on immigration and home rule in Washington, D.C., House Democrat leaders are encouraging its members to vote against a Republican bill that would block a district law permitting noncitizens to vote in local elections.

'Miracle on Ice' Star, Mark Wells, Dies at 67

A member of the 1980 Olympic "Miracle on Ice" men's hockey team, Mark Wells, died Friday at the age of 67, the NHL reported.

N.D. Gov. Burgum: Biden Weak, Trump Strong

Americans have deep concerns about President Joe Biden's "capacity," and the election will highlight the strength of former President Donald Trump compared with a "weak" Biden, North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum said Sunday.

Sen. Tim Scott: Biden Thinks Debate Mods Will Aid Him

President Joe Biden wants a one-on-one debate against former President Donald Trump - without independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. - because he thinks the moderators will "run interference" for him, Sen. Tim Scott said Sunday.

Ben Carson: Trump Doesn't Surround Himself With 'Yes People'

Dr. Ben Carson, who served as the secretary of Housing and Urban Development under former President Donald Trump, said his former boss "does not like to surround himself with 'yes' people" - including on the issue of abortion laws.

Baltimore to Move Ship That Downed Bridge

Workers in Baltimore were preparing to clear a crashed cargo ship nearly as long as the Eiffel Tower from the channel it is blocking, officials said on Sunday, almost two months after the vessel downed the Francis Scott Key bridge, paralyzing a major eastern U.S. port.

Sen. Vance: 'Happy to Be an Advocate' for Trump in Senate

Sen. J.D. Vance, one of several Republican politicians reportedly on former President Donald Trump's list of potential running mates, said Sunday that the main goal is getting him elected president, and at this point, he's "happy to be an advocate" in the Senate for his...

Diddy Admits Beating Ex Cassie: 'Inexcusable'

Sean "Diddy" Combs admitted that he beat his ex-girlfriend Cassie in a hotel hallway in 2016 after CNN released video of the attack, saying in a video apology he was "truly sorry" and his actions were "inexcusable."

Pentagon Pulling US Troops From Niger by Mid-September

U.S. troops ordered out of Niger by the West African country's ruling junta will complete their withdrawal by the middle of September, the Pentagon and Nigerien defense officials said Sunday.

Sen. Ron Johnson: Convention Protest Zone Must Be Pushed Back

Sen. Ron Johnson Sunday called on the Secret Service to push protesters further away from the Republican National Convention, planned for July 15-18 in Milwaukee, saying that a nearby park is a "gathering site for all kinds of potential mayhem."

Sen. Rubio: Dems Contested Every GOP Election Since '00

Florida GOP Sen. Marco Rubio on Sunday refused to say he'll accept the 2024 presidential election results, sidestepping a commitment by declaring it's Democrats who have a history of pushing back on GOP wins.

WSJ: Regulators Reconsider Capital Hike for Big Banks

The Federal Reserve and two other U.S. regulators are moving toward a new plan that would significantly reduce a nearly 20% mandated increase in capital for the country's biggest banks following lobbying efforts by industry CEOs like JPMorgan Chase's Jamie Dimon.

Slovak PM: Fico Attacker May Not Be 'Lone Wolf'

Slovak officials are investigating the possibility the suspect in an assassination attempt on Prime Minister Robert Fico may not have been a "lone wolf" as previously believed, Interior Minister Matus Sutaj Estok told a news conference on Sunday.

Rep. Stefanik: Biden 'Equivocated' on Support of Israel

Rep. Elise Stefanik Sunday morning accused the Biden administration of having "equivocated" on its support of Israel, commenting in an interview after her address to Israel's Knesset that she wanted the nation's government to know that the American people stand strong with...

Taiwan's Pres-Elect to Extend Goodwill to China at Inauguration

Taiwan's next president Lai Ching-te will express "concrete" goodwill towards China in his inauguration speech on Monday, and call for both sides of the Taiwan Strait to pursue peace, according to a senior official briefed on the matter.

Minn. GOP Backs Former NBA Player Royce White for Senate

Minnesota Republicans Saturday endorsed former National Basketball Association player Royce White to challenge incumbent Democrat Sen. Amy Klobuchar for her seat, winning the endorsement with 67% of the vote on the party's first ballot.

Putin Ally Vows Two NATO Capital Cities 'Will Also Be Ours'

An ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin has darkly predicted two capital cities in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization - Warsaw in Poland and Helsinki in Finland - will be taken over and claimed by Russia.

Iran President Ebrahim Raisi Dies in Helicopter Crash

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, a hardliner seen as a potential successor to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, was killed after his helicopter crashed in poor weather in mountains near the Azerbaijan border, officials and state media said Monday.

Elon Musk Launches Starlink Satellite Service in Indonesia

Elon Musk traveled to Indonesia's resort island of Bali on Sunday to launch Starlink satellite internet service in the world's largest archipelago nation.

Six Space Tourists Launching in Bezos' Blue Origin

Jeff Bezos' space firm Blue Origin is scheduled on Sunday to launch its first crew of humans to the edge of space since the company's suborbital New Shepard rocket was grounded in 2022, resuming its space tourism business.

WikiLeaks' Assange Faces U.S. Extradition Judgment Day

The host of a news conference about WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange's extradition fight wryly welcomed journalists last week to the "millionth" press briefing on his court case. Deborah Bonetti, director of the Foreign Press Association, was only half joking. Assange's...

Fight Breaks Out at Taiwan's Legislature

Pandemonium erupted in Taiwan's parliament on Friday after a member attempted to steal a bill to prevent its passage.

Remembering the Magic of Alice Stewart

Last Sunday evening, May 11, I was talking to my friend Alice Stewart - best known as a CNN commentator but also known as press secretary to Mike Huckabee when he was governor of Arkansas and as 2008 presidential candidate when he scored an impressive win in the Iowa...

Slovak PM Fico's Condition Serious, but Stable After Assassination Attempt

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico is no longer in immediate danger but still in a serious condition, his deputy said Sunday, four days after an assassination attempt that sent shockwaves through Europe.

Russian Airstrikes on Kharkiv Kills at Least 5

Russian airstrikes killed at least five people and injured 16 others in a recreation area just outside Ukraine's northeastern city of Kharkiv on Sunday, local officials said.

Biden Tells Morehouse HBCU Grads: 'Gaza Is Humanitarian Crisis'

President Joe Biden delivered the commencement address at Morehouse College, receiving applause and cheers but also spurring some students to turn their backs to Biden as his backing of Israel in its war with Hamas riles college graduations across the country.

Russia Downs 103 Drones, 12 ATACMS Missiles in Past 24 Hours

Russian air defenses downed 103 Ukrainian drones and 12 United States-made ATACMS missiles over the past 24 hours, the Russian defense ministry said Sunday.

Disneyland Character, Parade Performers Vote to Join Labor Union

Disneyland performers who help bring Mickey Mouse, Cinderella and other beloved characters to life at the Southern California resort chose to unionize following a three-day vote culminating Saturday.

WH's Sullivan, Saudi Crown Prince, Meet on Security Deal

President Joe Biden's national security adviser met early Sunday with Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to discuss what the kingdom described as the "semifinal" version of a wideranging security agreement between the countries. The announcement by the staterun...

Poland Invests $2.5 Billion to Fortify Border With Ukraine, Belarus

Poland is investing about $2.5 billion to step up security and deterrence on its border with Russia and its ally Belarus, the prime minister said Saturday.

Seize the Grey Takes Preakness Followed by Mystik Dan

Seize the Grey took the Preakness Stakes on Saturday, with Kentucky Derby Winner Mystik Dan following close behind.THIS IS A BREAKING STORY. AP'S PREVIOUS STORY IS BELOW:Rain was falling at Pimlico Race Course on Saturday hours before Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan goes...

Scheffler's Attorney Denies Golfer Assaulted Police Officer

Top-ranked Scottie Scheffler struggled early in Saturday's third round of the PGA championship a day after being arrested while his attorney was denying charges the golfer assaulted a police officer.

6 Penn Students Among 19 Arrested for Trying to Occupy Building

Six University of Pennsylvania students were among 19 pro-Palestinian protesters arrested during an attempt to occupy a school building, university police said Saturday.

RNC, Trump Campaign Launch 'Gun Owners for Trump'

Before delivering his remarks at NRA Leadership Forum in Dallas on Saturday night, the Republican National Committee and the Trump campaign announced the launch of the Gun Owners for Trump coalition.

Billionaire Gives UMass Dartmouth Grads $1K

Founder and CEO of Granite Telecommunications Robert Hale Jr. gave the commencement speech at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth and also $1,000 to each graduate."Our community and our world need our help now more than ever," Hale said in his speech.The university...

Johnson's Trump Trial Support Irks Some Republicans

House Speaker Mike Johnson's support of former President Donald Trump during his Manhattan trial has some members of his own party apprehensive, The Hill reports.

Michigan Dems Call for Probe Into GOP Senate Race Petitions

Michigan Democrats are calling for a state elections investigation into signatures written on GOP Senate candidates' petitions to determine if any were forged or fraudulent in a move one campaign said is aimed to eliminate Republicans from the ticket altogether.

Islamic State Group: Attack Cricket World Cup in US

Threats of terrorism loom over the upcoming 2024 T20 World Cup in New York as the Islamic State group issues warnings targeting the cricket tournament, amplifying concerns about safety and security, the U.S. Sun reported.

Hunter Biden's Allies Exploring Legal Defense Fund Again

Hunter Biden's allies are reportedly looking into establishing a legal defense fund for him after his chief financial backer, Hollywood entertainment lawyer Kevin Morris, has been telling people he is running out of money to keep helping him.

Trump Hosting Campaign Event Thursday in NYC's Bronx

Campaigning in deep-blue states, presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump is hosting a campaign event Thursday at 6 p.m. ET in the Bronx, highlighting what he says is the damage done to working-class America under President Joe Biden.

Putin Ally Slams Hypocritical for EU Ban on Russian Media

The speaker of Russia's parliament scolded the European Union on Saturday for banning the distribution of four Russian media outlets and said it showed how the West refused to accept any alternative point of view and was destroying freedom of speech.

Ukraine Mobilization Law in Effect as Russia Closes in on Kharkiv

A divisive mobilization law in Ukraine came into force Saturday, as Kyiv struggles to boost troop numbers after Russia launched a new offensive that some fear could close in on Ukraine's second-largest city.

Trump Accepts NRA Endorsement, Urges Gun Owners to Get Out, Vote

Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump accepted the endorsement of the National Rifle Association at the NRA Leadership Forum in Dallas on Saturday afternoon.

Slovak PM Fico Stable After Hospital 'Miracles,' Suspect Appears in Court

Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico's condition was serious but stable Saturday as the man accused of trying to assassinate him faced his first court appearance.

Las Vegas Girl, 12, 'Bullied to Death'

A 12-year-old Las Vegas girl, Flora Martinez, committed suicide on May 7 after enduring nearly a year of relentless bullying, her family told 8 News Now.

Scientist Warns Solar Storms 'Could Easily' Get Bigger

Although this week's solar storm was mostly known for a stunning light show, experts are warning that the next one could be even more powerful and only a year away. Harvard astrophysicist Dr. Jonathan McDowell said that the sun has not reached its ...

Karine Jean-Pierre: 'Everyone' on KC Chiefs Team Invited to WH

White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre was asked on Friday if Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker will still be invited to the traditional Super Bowl festivities at the White House in light of his recent comments about President Joe Biden.

Report: Putin Overhauls Economy for Prolonged War

Russian President Vladimir Putin is overhauling the country's economy in preparation for a protracted war in Ukraine, it was reported Friday. After reshuffling his Cabinet, replacing Sergei Shoigu with economist Andrei Belousov as Moscow's Defense Chief, and the ousted ...

Cook Report Changes Arizona Senate Race to 'Lean Democrat'

The Cook Political Report altered its rating for the Arizona Senate race from "toss-up" to "lean Democrat" on Friday, citing the lack of a "palatable" Republican nominee in Kari Lake.

Report: Hamas Left Hostage Talks to Put Pressure on Israel

The Biden administration told a meeting of foreign ambassadors that it believes Hamas terrorists withdrew from hostage negotiations last week in an effort to instead ramp up more worldwide pressure on Israel.

Court Rejects Md. Parents' Bid to Pull Kids From LGBTQ Lessons

A federal appeals court ruled that the largest school district in Maryland does not have to afford parents the opportunity to opt-out their elementary school-age children from LGBTQ lessons.

Rep. Good: Lawmakers Went to NYC to Say What Trump Couldn't

Rep. Bob Good, R-Va., said the House Freedom Caucus held a presser outside former President Donald Trump's business records trial in New York City out of protest of the gag order he's under.

WH Swipes at Alito, Says Flag Should Be 'Respected'

The White House refused to comment directly on the flag controversy involving Samuel Alito but took a swipe at the Supreme Court justice nonetheless, saying Friday that President Joe Biden "believes that the American flag is sacred."

US, Iran Talked This Week on Avoiding Larger Conflict

High-ranking Biden administration officials held talks with Iranian officials in Oman this week to discuss how to avoid escalating regional attacks.

Federal Judge Hears Challenges to NYC's Fee for Drivers Into Manhattan

New York's first-in-the-nation plan to levy a hefty toll on drivers entering much of traffic-choked Manhattan was the focus of a legal battle that played out in federal court Friday.A Manhattan judge heard arguments in lawsuits brought by unionized public school teachers...

KC Chiefs Kicker, Owner's Wife Espouse Traditional Values

Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker garnered controversy by expressing his traditional Christian values during a commencement speech at Benedictine College. Chiefs owner Clark Hunt's wife, Tavia Hunt, took to social media sharing her support for traditional values as well.

Dabney Coleman, Actor Who Specialized in Curmudgeons, Dies at 92

Gov. Abbott: Texas Using Drone Technology Along Border

Add drone technology to the methods Texas Gov. Greg Abbott has used under Operation Lone Star in his fight to halt the flood of illegal immigrants who have crossed into his state from Mexico.

Trump: 'I Have Accepted Fourth Debate' With Biden

Republican presumptive nominee Donald Trump announced Friday that he has accepted an invitation to a fourth presidential debate against President Joe Biden.

US to Buy 3.3M Barrels of Oil for Strategic Reserve

The U.S. awarded contracts for the purchase of 3.3 million barrels of oil to help replenish the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR) after a massive sale from the stockpile in 2022, the Department of Energy said Friday.

Sen. Romney Laughs at 'America First,' Pans Isolationists

Retiring Sen. Mitt Romney, R-Utah, said he laughs at the phrase "America First," criticizing it for its promotion of an isolationist policy that he finds "disorienting."

Congress Probes UCLA for Antisemitism Response

The Committee on House Education and the Workforce sent a letter to the University of California Los Angeles on Wednesday requesting documentation on the school's response to antisemitism on campus.

Judge to Rule Next Week on Baldwin Bid to Avoid 'Rust' Trial

A New Mexico judge next week will make a decision on Alec Baldwin's request to have charges dropped against him in the shooting death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins, as the actor tries to avoid an unprecedented Hollywood manslaughter trial for an on-set death.

Putin Ally: Poland, Finland Capitals 'Will Be Ours'

A Russian propagandist and ally of President Vladimir Putin said that not only is Ukraine's capital of Kyiv is Russian territory, the capitals of NATO members Poland and Finland "will also be ours."

Poll: Americans Divided as Supreme Court Weighs Abortion Pill Access

Americans are divided on whether women should have to see a doctor in person before receiving abortion pills, a new Reuters/Ipsos poll found, as the U.S. Supreme Court weighs whether to reimpose that restriction on medication abortion.

Billionaire Ray Dalio: US 'On the Brink' of Civil War

Billionaire investor and Bridgewater Associates founder Ray Dalio believes there is a 35% to 40% chance of a civil war in the United States, saying the country is "on the brink" of one.

Dow Closes Above 40,000; Stocks Notch Weekly Gains

U.S. stocks ended mixed Friday as investors took a breather after a weeks-long rally underpinned by data that supported expectations for interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve this year. The benchmark S&P 500 edged higher after paring losses while the Nasdaq fell, but...

House Votes to Condemn 'Defund the Police' Movement

The House of Representatives approved a nonbinding resolution to condemn the "defund the police" movement, which became a popular slogan during Black Lives Matter protests in 2020 after the death of George Floyd at the hands of a Minneapolis police officer.

700 Tunnels in Rafah

During a hearing on Friday at The Hague, Israel reportedly announced it has discovered "nearly 700 tunnel shafts" underneath the city of Rafah in southern Gaza and about 50 of them "cross into Egypt."

State Dept. Issues Worldwide Alert Amid Threat of Violence Against LGBTQ Community

The U.S. State Department on Friday issued a worldwide caution security alert, saying it is aware of increased potential for foreign terrorist organization-inspired violence against LGBTQ+ people and events."Due to the potential for terrorist attacks, demonstrations, or...

Boeing Whistleblower's Death Ruled Suicide

Boeing whistleblower John Barnett's death March 9 in Charleston, S.C., was ruled a suicide by the coroner's office, the Charleston Police Department said Friday.

Conservative Activist's Son Gets 4-Year Sentence Over 1/6

A prominent conservative activist's son was sentenced on Friday to nearly four years in prison for what prosecutors said was his "relentless" assault on the U.S. Capitol, where he smashed a window, chased a police officer and invaded the Senate floor.Leo Brent Bozell IV,...

Paul Pelosi's Hammer Attacker Sentenced to 30 Years

The man convicted of attempting to kidnap then-House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and attacking her husband with a hammer was sentenced Friday to 30 years in prison.

LA County to Move 'Jane Fonda Day' After Uproar

The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors is rethinking its plan to declare April 30 "Jane Fonda Day," after Vietnamese-Americans and Republican lawmakers slammed the decision as "alarming and profoundly disrespectful."

Ethics Complaint Against Judge in Trump's N.Y. Criminal Trial Dismissed

The New York State Commission on Judicial Conduct has dismissed an ethics complaint against Justice Juan Merchan, who is overseeing the criminal case against former U.S. President Donald Trump, a spokesperson for the judge said."

Sen. Durbin Calls for Alito Recusal From Jan. 6 Cases

Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., is pressing Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito to recuse himself from all cases related to the 2020 presidential election and Jan. 6, 2021, following a New York Times report showing an American flag hanging upside down at Alito's Virginia home weeks...

South Dakota Will Have Abortion on Ballot in November

A petition seeking to reinstate abortion rights in South Dakota has enough valid signatures to make the Nov. 5 ballot, though opponents have promised a legal challenge, reports NBC News. South Dakota Secretary of State Monae Johnson, a Republican, in a statement said her...

Trump: Parental Rights Today's 'Civil Rights Issue'

Former President Donald Trump this week released a statement calling parental rights "the civil rights issue of our time," in a social media post.

Pentagon OIG Report Details Ukraine Corruption

The Pentagon's Office of Inspector General released a report Thursday detailing its oversight in Ukraine as they continue their war with Russia. The report looked at the U.S.' response to Russia's invasion from Jan. 1 through March 31. The OIG recently launched...

Sen. Rubio: Critics of NFL's Butker Are 'Liars'

Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., on Friday tackled those who are criticizing Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker for his remarks in a recent college graduation speech, saying that people who say the NFL player called for women to stay home and have babies are "liars."

Hunter Biden Seeks Delay in Tax Case

Attorneys for Hunter Biden are asking a judge to delay his tax case set for June.

IDF Recovers Bodies of 3 Hamas Hostages

Israeli forces on Thursday night rescued the bodies of three hostages from the Gaza Strip, chief military spokesperson Daniel Hagari said on Friday.

S.C. Can Enforce 6-Week Abortion Ban, Judge Says

A state judge ruled that South Carolina can continue to enforce a ban on nearly all abortions about six weeks after conception as an appeal continues on what defines a heartbeat under the law.

Trump in West Palm Beach to See Son Barron Graduate

Former President Donald Trump joined his wife Melania in West Palm Beach, Florida, Friday morning to see their 18-year-old son Barron graduate from high school. According to the Daily Mail, two police snipers kept a close eye on the events at Oxbridge Academy, with U.S....

Bloomberg Poll: 51% Better Off Financially Under Trump

Fifty-one percent of registered voters in seven key swing-states say they were better off financially under President Trump, but only 32% say they are faring better under President Biden, the April Bloomberg/Morning Consult poll found.

Rasmussen Poll: Most Have Negative View of Congress

A new poll from Rasmussen Reports shows that voters have a negative view of Congress.

NBC News: Top Border Patrol Officials Face New Probe

Top Border Patrol officials, already under investigation by Custom and Border Protection for reportedly partying with a tequila mogul, are said to have also attended parties by a wealthy businessman who is involved in cross-border trade. NBC News reported that the Mexican...

CPD's Fahrenkopf: RFK Jr. Could Sue CNN Over Debate Exclusion

The co-chair of the nonpartisan commission that has organized presidential debates for more than 35 years says independent candidate Robert Kennedy Jr. may have grounds to sue over his exclusion from presidential debates agreed upon by former President Donald Trump and...

NYPD to Use Drones on 911 Calls in 5 Precincts

The New York City Police Department plans to use drones to respond to select 911 calls in five precincts, officials said a hearing Thursday, according to Gothamist.

Satanic Temple Seeks Its Place in Public Schools

Conservatives in Florida and Texas won the right to permit religious chaplains in public schools, and now the Satanic Temple wants in.

Trump: 'Employers of Millions' Fleeing N.Y. Over Trials

Former President Donald Trump says "employers of millions of people" are moving out of New York after watching his ongoing trial proceedings and how he's been treated in his current business records case and other court proceedings. "This is about one man, [Manhattan...

WashPost: Business Titans Wanted Police at Columbia

A group of billionaires and business titans privately urged New York City Mayor Eric Adams to use police on Columbia University protesters, according to The Washington Post.

Franklin Graham to Newsmax: Fitting Father's Statue Has Him Holding Open Bible

A statue immortalizing the late Rev. Billy Graham was unveiled at the U.S. Capitol on Thursday by House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., with members of Graham's family, including his son Franklin Graham, in attendance.

Dems Worry 2024 Could Be 1968 Redux

With the parallels eerily similar to 1968, some Democrats worry their August gathering to nominate a presidential nominee could resemble the chaos that resulted in Richard Nixon being swept into office.

WashPost: Business Titans Wanted Police at Columbia

A group of billionaires and business titans privately urged New York City Mayor Eric Adams to use police on Columbia University protesters, according to The Washington Post.

Scheduled Presidential Debates Still Not Sure Thing

Despite both President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump agreeing to square off in two scheduled debates, political strategists aren't willing to "bet any lunch money" that they will actually occur.

WSJ: Trump Allies Plan Day 1 Immigration Crackdown

Allies of former President Donald Trump are reportedly already drawing up plans so he will be ready for a day-one crackdown on immigration, including making preparations for his promise for the mass deportation of millions of immigrants, according to sources involved in the effort.

Severe Storms Kill at Least 4 in Houston

Fast-moving thunderstorms pummeled southeastern Texas for the second time this month, killing at least four people, blowing out windows in high-rise buildings, downing trees and knocking out power to more than 900,000 homes and businesses in the Houston area.

Biden Leaves Free Vacation Stays Off Ethics Forms

President Joe Biden omitted his free vacation stays at the homes of wealthy supporters from annual ethics forms that were disclosed to the public this week, in violation of a 40-year-old federal transparency rule.

Scottie Scheffler Charged With Officer Assault, Tees Off at PGA

Masters golf champion Scottie Scheffler was arrested Friday morning on his way to the PGA Championship, with stunning images showing him handcuffed as he was taken to jail for not following police orders during a pedestrian fatality investigation.

Youngkin: Biden 'Turning His Back' on Virginia State University

Virginia Republican Gov. Glenn Youngkin criticized President Joe Biden for backing out of a debate at Virginia State University (VSU).

Russia: US 'Playing With Fire' in 'Indirect War' With Moscow

A top Russian diplomat said on Friday the United States had long since entered into a state of indirect war with Moscow and was playing with fire over Ukraine by behaving in such a way that the situation could spin out of control.

Judge to Rule on Alec Baldwin Bid to Avoid 'Rust' Trial

A New Mexico judge was expected to rule on Friday whether to throw out the involuntary manslaughter case against actor Alec Baldwin in the 2021 shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins during filming of the Western movie 'Rust.'

Putin: Capturing Ukraine's Kharkiv Not Part of Russia's Plan

President Vladimir Putin said on Friday that capturing the Ukrainian city of Kharkiv was not part of Russia's current plan and that Russian forces operating nearby were creating a "buffer zone" for Russia's own security.

Putin, in China, Says US Sanctions Undermine Dollar

President Vladimir Putin said Friday U.S. sanctions policy was undermining confidence in the dollar and that Russia and China would find a way to stop the threat of measures against Chinese banks from disrupting their burgeoning trade.

Sen. Cotton Backs Rep. Rogers for Michigan's Open Senate Seat

In a move that could reshape Michigan's political landscape, Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., has thrown his weight behind former Rep. Mike Rogers for the upcoming U.S. Senate race, intensifying an already heated battleground, the Daily Caller reported.

NY Times: Justice Alito's Home Flew US Flag Upside Down After Jan. 6

An American flag was photographed hanging upside down at the Virginia home of Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito in January 2021, weeks after the Jan. 6 protests, The New York Times reported Thursday.

US Proposes Ending New Federal Leases in Biggest Coal Region

The Biden administration on Thursday proposed an end to new coal leasing from federal reserves in the most productive coal mining region in the U.S. as officials seek to limit climate-changing greenhouse gas emissions from burning the fuel.

Trump Files Appeal Notice on DA Willis Ruling With Ga. Court

Former President Donald Trump filed a notice of appeal with the Georgia Court of Appeals regarding his bid to overturn a lower court decision that allows Democrat Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis to prosecute a 2020 election interference case against him.

US to Speed Up Immigration Cases of Recent Border Crossers in New Program

The Biden administration will speed up the immigration court cases of some single adults caught illegally crossing the U.S.-Mexico border under a new program announced, part of a broader effort to reduce illegal immigration in the run-up to Nov. 5 elections.

EPA's Lead Pipe Fix Sent $3B to States Based on Unverified Data

The Environmental Protection Agency distributed about $3 billion to states last year to replace harmful lead pipes based on unverified data, according to an agency inspector general's memo, likely meaning some states got too much money and others got too little.