Politics

Guatemala's Alejandro Giammattei Visits Ukraine to Express His Solidarity With Volodymyr Zelenskyy

President of Guatemala Alejandro Giammattei paid a visit to Ukraine on Monday to express his solidarity with the country's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

Brazil: Jair Bolsonaro Officially Launches Reelection Bid Amid Controversies

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Brazil's Liberal Party held its party convention at a stadium in Rio de Janeiro on Sunday, and it approved the nomination of President Jair Bolsonaro there.

January 6 Hearings Prove That Donald Trump Is a 'Master Gaslighter,' a Political Expert Says

January 6 Hearings Prove That Donald Trump Is a 'Master Gaslighter,' Political Expert Says

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

A political expert said the January 6 hearings had succeeded so far in showing Donald Trump's manipulation methods.

Ex-Paraguay President Horacio Manuel Cartes Placed on US Corruption List

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

The U.S. Department of State has revealed a list of corrupt officials. One of the biggest names on the list is former Paraguay President Horacio Manuel Cartes.

Gavin Newsom in 2024 White House Race? Presidential-Run Chatter Grows After He Attacks Texas' Greg Abbott

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

After taking swipes at Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, chatter about California Gov. Gavin Newsom's possible presidential bid is growing.

January 6: Dominican Rebublic-born Immigrant Capitol Police Officer Dealing With Pain After Capitol Insurrection

January 6: Dominican Republic-born Immigrant Capitol Police Officer Dealing With Pain After Capitol Insurrection

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Capitol Police Sergeant Aquilino Gonell is one of the unsung heroes of the January 6 Capitol Insurrection, defending the Capitol Entrance against rioters. He was beaten with a bat and flag pole.

California: Gavin Newsom Approves New Law for Citizens to Sue Manufacturers, Distributors of Assault Weapons in State

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

California's new law is modeled after the new Texas abortion law, and it allows private citizens to sue gun manufacturers.

Russia Accuses US of Disrespecting Russian Law in Brittney Griner Case as Stephen Curry, Others Call for Her Release

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Russia has accused the United States of disrespecting its laws after U.S. officials said WNBA star Brittney Griner was "wrongfully detained" in Moscow.

January 6 Hearing Day 8 Highlights: From Donald Trump's Inaction to Josh Hawley Running Away From Same Mob He Helped Incite

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

The January 6 hearing on Thursday mainly focused on what former President Donald Trump was doing while the Capitol insurrection was happening.

Florida Families to Receive $450-per-Child Relief Checks as Ron DeSantis Uses COVID-19 Funds Amid Rising Inflation

Stimulus Check 2022: $450 Payments Per Child Coming for Florida Residents Amid Soaring Inflation

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said the state will be reallocating some of its COVID-19 funds to send $450-per-child relief checks to struggling families amid the rising inflation.

Mexico Mom's Brutal Death Prompts Protests | She Was Set on Fire

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

The brutal death of a mom in Mexico prompted demonstrations in front of a police station on Thursday. She was reportedly set on fire.

Nicaragua Newspaper Staff Flee Country as Daniel Ortega Cracks Down on Independent Media

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

La Prensa, one of Nicaragua's leading newspapers, has reported that its staff has been forced to flee the country. They are now reporting from abroad.

Joe Biden Tests Positive for COVID-19; Is 'Close Contact' VP Kamala Harris Infected?

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

President Joe Biden tests positive for COVID-19 on Thursday and Vice President Kamala Harris was reportedly a close contact.

Jair Bolsonaro Net Worth 2022: How He Went From Middle-Class Soldier to One of Brazil's Wealthiest Leaders

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Jair Bolsonaro went from humble beginnings as the son of an unlicensed dentist to becoming the most powerful man in Brazil. How rich is the Brazilian president now?

350.Org Reacts to Joe Biden's 'Climate Baby Steps' Announcement in Massachusetts

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Even with heatwaves raging across the middle of the U.S. and 60 million Americans anticipating to see triple-digit heat over the next week, President Joe Biden decided not to declare a Climate Emergency.

January 6 Committee Says Secret Service May Have Violated Federal Records Law for Erased Messages

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

The January 6 committee said the Secret Service may have violated the Federal Records Act for the erased messages they failed to preserve.

Journalist in Mexico Tells Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador He's Afraid for His Life During Press Briefing

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

A journalist in Mexico directly told President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador during a press briefing that he was afraid for his life.

Joe Biden Claims He Has Cancer During Climate Change Speech; White House Corrects Statement

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

U.S. President Joe Biden has seemed to claim in a climate change speech in Somerset, Massachusetts that he has cancer.

Mexico's Maya Train Project Threatens to Endanger Prehistoric Caves With Oldest Human Remains in North America

Nov 14, 2024 12:10 PM EST By Paola Hernández

Mexico's President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador wants the Maya Train project to be completed before his term ends. However, it may lead to the collapse of some caves holding valuable archaeological relics.