Surprisingly, Robert Hur wasn’t always regarded as a political outcast among Democrats in Washington. Just six weeks ago, he was a Republican attorney and former federal prosecutor, managing one of the Justice Department’s less desirable tasks as the special counsel...
In the days leading up to President Joe Biden’s State of the Union address, a group of international diplomats and American foreign policy figures shared their wish lists with me. Among the desired outcomes were a permanent cease-fire in Gaza, a stern address to Congress on...
Congressional leaders are considering extending government shutdown deadlines further into March as part of a comprehensive deal to conclude funding bills, addressing the imminent partial funding lapse by the week’s end. According to a spokesperson for Speaker Mike Johnson,...
In a significant geopolitical development, Sweden has successfully secured its place as the 32nd member of NATO, dealing a consequential blow to Russia. The final obstacle to Sweden’s NATO membership was overcome when Hungary, the last dissenting nation, conducted a...
In South Carolina, a stronghold of white evangelicals, concerns about a thrice-married former casino owner and reality TV star facing legal issues have not deterred support for Donald Trump. Despite Trump’s controversial personal history, his influence over this...
The Biden administration is exploring a range of new executive actions and federal regulations aimed at addressing the migration challenges at the U.S. southern border, according to three individuals familiar with the deliberations. These potential measures represent a...
President Joe Biden, who signed the largest climate law in U.S. history, is facing discontent from environmentalists due to his approval of fossil fuel projects. Despite substantial investments in clean energy and electric vehicles, Biden’s support for oil and gas...
The identification of Section 11(b) of the Voting Rights Act by the left as a potentially potent tool to challenge election integrity efforts has raised concerns. Enacted in 1965 to address voting discrimination, particularly in the South, the Voting Rights Act initially aimed to...
The Russian opposition leader, Alexei Navalny, has passed away, according to an announcement by the federal prison service. Navalny, a prominent political opponent of Russian President Vladimir Putin, collapsed during a walk in the high-security penal colony located near the...
In a significant turn of events, Democrat Tom Suozzi secures victory over Republican Mazi Pilip, succeeding the scandal-embroiled George Santos in New York. This win holds crucial implications for Democrats, offering a clear triumph in a pivotal suburban House seat and...