Politics

Joe Biden US-Mexico Border Visit: Did POTUS Really Leave Texas While Holding a MAGA Hat?

Did Joe Biden really leave Texas with a MAGA hat as reported by many right-wing outlets and personalities? POTUS was seen boarding Air Force 1 while holding a red hat, and this sent many in the right into a frenzy. But was that really a MAGA hat?
George Santos Campaign Staffer Impersonated as Kevin McCarthy's Top Aide to Get Top Republican Donors

George Santos Campaign Staffer Impersonated Kevin McCarthy's Top Aide to Secure Donations From Wealthy Republicans

Controversial Representative-elect George Santos of New York seems to be in deeper trouble after reports surfaced that his campaign fundraiser allegedly impersonated Kevin McCarthy's top aide to help raise campaign money.
Peru Anti-Government Protest Kills 13 People

Peru Clashes Amid Anti-Government Protests Leave at Least 13 Dead

At least 13 Peruvians died Monday as protests seeking immediate resumption of elections in rural areas in southeast Peru still loyal to ousted President Pedro Castillo.
California’s New Mayor, Sheng Tao, Suffered From Homelessness Before Becoming Oakland Official

California's New Mayor Sheng Tao Experienced Homelessness, Violence From Intimate Partner Before Becoming Oakland Official

California mayor Sheng Thao was inaugurated on Monday as the new Oakland mayor, promising to build a safe, more affordable, and more equitable city.
North America Leaders Summit: Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador Challenges Joe Biden to Give More Help for Latin America

North America Leaders Summit: Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador Challenges Joe Biden to Give More Help for Latin America

President Joe Biden and Canada's Prime Minister Justin Trudeau are in Mexico City for the North America Leaders Summit, which is hosted by Mexico's President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador. After formalities and a show of friendship, AMLO issued a challenge to the U.S. president.
Brazil Launches Investigation on Who was Behind Brazilian Insurrection as Joe Biden Urged to Extradite Ex-President Jair Bolsonaro

Brazil Launches Investigation on Who Was Behind Brazilian Insurrection; Joe Biden Urged to Extradite Ex-President Jair Bolsonaro

In the months leading to the Brazilian elections, the United States was warned that then-Brazil President Jair Bolsonaro might try to pull off a Donald Trump-style coup attempt. A few days after Lula was sworn in, Bolsonaro supporters did just that.
Classified Documents Found in Joe Biden's Former Office as US Vice President Being Reviews by DOJ

Classified Documents Found in Joe Biden's Former Office as US Vice President Being Reviewed by DOJ

A series of classified documents involving U.S. President Joe Biden during his days as the vice president of the United States has resurfaced. The president's attorneys have acknowledged the matter.
Lula Slams' Vandals and Fascists' Behind Brazil Congress Attack, Promises Punishment for Attackers

Lula Slams' Vandals and Fascists' Behind Brazil Congress Attack, Promises Punishment for Attackers

President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva of Brazil has pledged to punish Jair Bolsonaro's supporters for storming Congress.
New Mexico: Series of Shootings Target Elected Democrats

New Mexico: Series of Shootings Target Elected Democrats

A series of shootings have happened in Albuquerque, New Mexico, as attacks on several homes and offices in the city have been reported. However, these attacks were targeted and went after several people, namely elected Democrats.
Donald Trump in More Legal Trouble: Michigan Attorney-General to Probe His Fake Elector Scheme in Bid To Keep Power

Some Pro-Donald Trump Republicans in Trouble as Michigan Attorney General Reopens Probe of 'Fake Electors' Scheme

Some pro-Donald Trump Republicans are in trouble as the Michigan Attorney General announced that she will be probing the "fake electors" scheme that was allegedly part of the former president's bid to overturn the 2020 election results.
Brazil: Videos Show Jair Bolsonaro Fanatics Destroying Brazil Congress, Presidential Palace in Scary Protest

Brazil: Videos Show Jair Bolsonaro Fanatics Destroying Brazil Congress, Presidential Palace in Scary Protest

Supporters of former Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro had broken through military's security barriers on Sunday and entered the congressional building, the Supreme Court, and the Planalto Palace.
Joe Biden Visits US-Mexico Border, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott Gives POTUS Disrespectful Letter To Criticize Him

Joe Biden Visits US-Mexico Border; Texas Gov. Greg Abbott Gives POTUS Disrespectful Letter to Criticize Him

After months of being criticized for not visiting the border, President Joe Biden finally did as he visited El Paso, Texas, for about four hours on Sunday. However, Texas Governor Greg Abbott greeted him with a letter still criticizing him.
January 6 Capitol Riot Anniversary: Democrats Honor Police Officers While Republicans Continue Infighting

January 6 Capitol Riot Anniversary: Democrats Honor Police Officers While Republicans Continue to Fight Over Speaker Votes

January 6, 2023 marked the second anniversary of the Capitol riot, and Democrats and Republicans observed it differently.
Donald Trump’s Lawyers Get Scolded by Judge After Trying To Throw Out a Fraud Lawsuit

Donald Trump’s Lawyers Get Scolded by Judge After Trying To Throw Out a Fraud Lawsuit

Donald Trump's lawyers may be facing sanctions as a Manhattan judge scolded the on Friday as he denied their attempt to throw out a lawsuit that accused their client and the Trump organization of committing a fraud scheme that ran for several years.
Donald Trump Nominated by Matt Gaetz for House Speaker as Kevin McCarthy Fails to Win Speakership for 3rd Day in a Row

Donald Trump Nominated by Matt Gaetz for House Speaker as Kevin McCarthy Fails to Win Speakership for 3rd Day in a Row

The drama over Republicans bickering over the House Speaker's Gavel has reached a third straight day as Kevin McCarthy once again loses the election. This comes as Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz nominated and voted for former President Donald Trump.
Bolivia Kicks Out Lawmakers From Spain and Chile for Meddling in Local Affairs

Bolivia Kicks out Lawmakers From Spain and Chile for Meddling in Local Affairs

Lawmakers from Spain and Chile went to Bolivia to demand the release of jailed Bolivian opposition leader Luis Fernando Camacho. However, Spanish lawmaker Victor Gonzalez said he and his Chilean counterpart were formally kicked out of the country.
Jill Biden to Have Lesion Above Right Eye Removed; Lesion Found During Routine Skin Cancer Screening

Jill Biden to Undergo Surgery to Remove 'Small Lesion' Above Right Eye Found During Skin Cancer Screening

First Lady Jill Biden will undergo a surgical procedure to remove a small lesion above her right eye.
Still No House Speaker as Kevin McCarthy Fails to Win Speakership Again Amid Republican Infighting

Still No House Speaker as Kevin McCarthy Fails to Win Speakership Again Amid Republican Infighting

The drama of the Republican infighting continued as the House of Representatives still has now Speaker of the House. Kevin McCarthy, who long dreamed of being Speaker, was rejected once again by far-right Republicans for the fourth, fifth, and sixth time.
Republicans Shun Embattled Representative-Elect George Santos During His First Day of Congress

House Republicans Shun Embattled Rep.-Elect George Santos on First Day in Congress

Controversial Representative-elect George Santos of New York came to the U.S. Capitol in Washington in hopes of being sworn in. However, he was swarmed by reporters upon his arrival and was shunned by fellow Republicans.
 Kevin McCarthy Loses House Speakership Vote for Third Straight Time, House Adjourns Without New Speaker

Kevin McCarthy Loses House Speakership Vote for Third Straight Time; House Adjourns Without New Speaker

The House of Representatives held three straight votes to elect a speaker during the session, with Kevin McCarthy failing to win all three times.