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Trump fires back at German Chancellor Merz’s Iran ‘humiliation’ comments

President Donald Trump responded on Tuesday to German Chancellor Friedrich Merz’s criticism, claiming that the United States was being “humiliated” by Iran. The president’s retort questioned Merz’s geopolitical knowledge, claiming that the chancellor thinks it is permissible for Iran to have a nuclear weapon, which, Trump believes, is unquestionably wrong. “The Chancellor of Germany, Friedrich […]

California governor’s debate turns chaotic as candidates chase breakout moment

Eight candidates in California’s crowded gubernatorial race squared off Tuesday night, each hunting for a breakout moment just days before ballots begin landing in mailboxes. The contenders on the stage at Pomona College took part in an energetic, at times chaotic, 90-minute debate, with multiple moderators tagging in every 30 minutes and repeatedly warning they […]

OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma set to dissolve after judge approves sentence

A federal judge sentenced OxyContin manufacturer Purdue Pharma on Tuesday, ordering the company to pay over $5 billion in criminal penalties. The pharmaceutical company will soon dissolve, as the sentencing was the last step before Purdue Pharma had to legally move to close. The company will be replaced by Knoa Pharma, a company aimed at […]

Musk warns against ‘Terminator outcome’ in OpenAI testimony: ‘It could kill us all’

X owner and Tesla CEO Elon Musk took the stand to testify against OpenAI CEO Sam Altman on Tuesday in his lawsuit against the ChatGPT parent company. Musk, who helped co-found OpenAI with Altman and a group of tech industry leaders, is suing his former business partner and company, arguing that OpenAI has deviated from […]

King Charles declines meeting with Epstein survivors due to ‘ongoing investigation’

King Charles III declined a request to meet with survivors of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein during his visit to the United States this week, according to Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA). Khanna’s office sent a letter to the British monarch earlier this year requesting the meeting during his tour of America. The California Democrat’s office […]

Senate Republicans shoot down measure to stop Trump from striking Cuba

The Senate blocked a resolution that would have checked President Donald Trump‘s military authority in Cuba as tensions rise between the United States and the communist nation. The upper chamber voted against bringing to the floor a Democratic-led resolution that would have prohibited Trump from engaging in hostilities with Cuba unless the action was authorized […]

Johnson breaks GOP impasse and tees up votes on spy tool, farm bill, and budget bill 

House Speaker Mike Johnson’s (R-LA) push to move three major pieces of legislation this week is back on track, at least for now, after the House Rules Committee advanced a procedural rule setting up consideration on the floor. The House Rules Committee voted 9 to 4 shortly after 7 p.m. to advance the rule for […]

Ghost in the gallery: George Washington looks on as King Charles addresses Congress

A George Washington impersonator attended King Charles III‘s address to Congress on Tuesday evening, watching from above in the gallery of the House chamber as the British monarch spoke. As Charles hailed the special relationship between the United States and the United Kingdom, the tribute to the first president of the U.S. and commander of […]

Trump White House sees high turnover rate in second term: Report

Turnover in President Donald Trump‘s second administration may not be reaching the heights seen during his first White House term, but it’s approaching levels still higher than average for most commanders in chief, according to a Brookings Institution report. The report tracked the turnover rate for the “A Team,” staff members within the executive office, […]

WATCH LIVE: King Charles III attends White House state dinner

King Charles III and Queen Camilla are headed to the White House on Tuesday evening for a state dinner at around 8:05 p.m. The evening festivities at the White House will begin around 7 p.m., when President Donald Trump and first lady Melania Trump will greet their guests, give them a tour of the premises, […]
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