With former President Donald Trump’s trial imminent, two controversial players who are likely to preside in the historic case are gaining attention. Judge Aileen Cannon has been randomly selected to hear the case. She was appointed to the federal bench by Trump in 2020. Therefore, some Democrats are calling for her recusal from the case.…

Presidential hopeful Ron DeSantis has vowed to restore the original name of an Army base in North Carolina if he wins the White House. The name of the base was changed over its Confederate roots. DeSantis made the announcement during a campaign event in the state. “I also look forward to, as president, restoring the…

In the wake of former President Trump’s indictment, his rivals in the GOP presidential primary field are giving their takes. Some are promising a pardon of President Trump if elected in 2024 or attacking the Justice Department. Others are telling Trump to end his presidential campaign immediately. Some are calling the Justice Department’s indictment a…

Former president Donald Trump has been indicted on seven counts for mishandling classified documents. And Texas officials have deployed a new tactic at the U.S. Mexico border. A buoy border wall is now afloat. These stories and more highlight the daily rundown for June, 9, 2023.  Trump indicted on 7 counts for mishandling classified documents…

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) has a new proposal. He wants to add a 28th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution that would restrict access to guns for the entire country. The proposed amendment would raise the federal minimum age to purchase a firearm from 18 to 21 years old. Universal background checks would be required.…

Florida officials announced on Tuesday, June 6, that the 36 migrants flown from the U.S. southern border to California on private planes went voluntarily. This revelation comes as California leaders investigate whether any laws were violated or if the migrants were deceived upon their unannounced arrival in Sacramento. Before Florida admitted responsibility, California Gov. Gavin…

The 2024 GOP presidential primary is getting crowded. At least eight candidates are on track to qualify for the first debate in August. But what are the exact qualifications? Where can it be watched? Here are the answers to those questions. What are the requirements to qualify for the first Republican primary debate?  Candidates must…

As the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine continues, both sides are accusing the other of intentionally destroying a dam, flooding from which has caused a new humanitarian crisis in the region. And attorneys for former President Donald Trump held a meeting with Justice Department officials to discuss charges against the GOP 2024 frontrunner. These…

A plane unexpectedly flew over Washington, D.C., causing the military to scramble fighter jets. The aircraft crashed Sunday, resulting in the deaths of all on board. And newly released footage has revealed another close call between U.S. and Chinese armed forces, this time coming in the Taiwan Strait. These stories and more highlight the rundown…

Hurricane season is about to pick up steam again. As many communities in the U.S. are still picking up the pieces from last season, some are looking to learn lessons anywhere they can.  In Florida, a place known as America’s first solar city has earned a reputation as the city that survived Hurricane Ian. Babcock…