Politics

Protests over Bangladesh's job quota have turned violent.

At least 5 killed, more than 100 hurt in Bangladesh job quota protests

Former President Donald Trump arrived at the Republican National Convention where Ohio Senator J.D. Vance was nominated as his running mate.

Trump appears at Republican National Convention; Vance nominated as VP

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott is demanding more accountability from Houston's electrical provider, CenterPoint, in the wake of Hurricane Beryl.

As thousands remain without power, Gov. Abbot ramps up pressure

Former President Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that Sen. J.D. Vance will be his running mate in the 2024 presidential election.

Donald Trump chooses JD Vance as running mate

The NRA is back in court, where a judge will determine whether there there should be an independent monitor to oversee the gun rights group.

NRA back in court for phase 2 of civil corruption trial

A whistleblower claims the U.S. Secret Service declined to use drone technology offered by local law enforcement at a Trump rally.

Secret Service questioned over Trump assassination attempt procedures

Donald Trump suggested he might curb access to abortion pills despite previous support for their legality, signaling a potential policy shift during a news conference.

Federal judge dismisses Trump’s classified documents case

Trump is reportedly expected to make an announcement about who he has picked for his running mate on Monday, July 15.

Report: Trump expected to reveal VP choice Monday as RNC kicks off

The RNC will begin in Milwaukee, with former President Donald Trump set to accept the nomination following a recent assassination attempt.

List of RNC speakers released, Melania Trump not slated to speak

Nonprofit sues US Secret Service over "arbitrary" 30% female quota, alleging it discriminates against women and prioritizes DEI over merit.

Secret Service under scrutiny after Trump assassination attempt

The Republican National Convention kicks off on July 15, following the attempted assassination of former President Trump on July 13.

Trump arrives in Milwaukee for RNC; assassination attempt investigation continues

A bipartisan group of senators want members of Congress, the president, vice president and their families to be banned from trading stocks.

Senators are trying to ban members of Congress from buying stocks

Independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is up in polls following the first presidential debate, but a campaign ad is causing controversy.

RFK Jr. up in polls post debate, political ad lands him in controversy

Panama has installed barbed wire along the Darién Gap to strengthen border security amid a surge of migrants heading to the U.S., following an agreement with the U.S. to manage migration through this perilous jungle corridor. Newly inaugurated President José Raúl Mulino is committed to closing this major pathway for migrants.

Panama installs barbed wire at Darién Gap amid migrant surge

Three more Democratic lawmakers urge President Biden to exit the 2024 race, joining 14 others amid concerns over his capabilities.

More Democratic lawmakers call on Biden to drop out of race

With the eyes of the world on him, President Biden made several flubs during his press conference on July 11, but vowed to remain in race.

Biden fields questions on ability, foreign affairs while misspeaking at times

Members of the Congressional Black Caucus may not be as resolute in their support for President Biden as it first appeared after the debate.

Congressional Black Caucus wants strategy changes at Biden campaign

House republicans fail to hold AG Garland in inherent contempt of Congress for not turning over audio tapes of Hur's interview with Biden.

House Republicans fail to hold AG Garland in contempt over Biden interview tapes

The Biden administration has announced a $1.7 billion federal assistance package to help automakers retool their factories for EV production.

Biden admin slates $1.7B for automakers transitioning to EV production

A poll from Newsweek found that about 51% of respondents would support using the 25th Amendment to remove Biden from office.

Biden health concerns lead to 25th Amdt talk, lawmakers’ questions for WH staff

Rep. Ocasio-Cortez introduced impeachment articles against Justices Alito and Thomas for alleged corruption, but impeachment is unlikely.

AOC files impeachment articles against Supreme Court justices Thomas, Alito

Actor George Clooney — a longtime supporter and fundraiser for President Biden — joins the chorus of Democrats calling for him to step aside.

President Biden to hold press conference as George Clooney, Sen. Welch call for a change

The city of Lakeland, Tennessee, has been ordered to pay a resident over $31,000 due to a controversial political sign displayed in her yard.

Court rules woman’s ‘obscene’ political yard sign is protected free speech

Republicans released their 2024 campaign platform, covering issues such as immigration and the economy, however, it lacks an abortion ban.

Republican platform goes heavy on immigration, avoids abortion ban