President-elect Donald Trump voiced unwavering confidence in Pete Hegseth’s nomination as defense secretary during an interview with NBC’s Kristen Welker, despite controversies surrounding the former Fox News host. Hegseth, an Army National Guard veteran, faces allegations of excessive drinking and past sexual misconduct, raising concerns among some Senate Republicans about his fitness to lead the Pentagon.
UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, 50, was tragically shot and killed in a targeted attack outside the Midtown Hilton in Manhattan. The incident occurred early Wednesday morning as Thompson arrived for the UnitedHealth Group’s annual investor conference. The NYPD has launched a citywide manhunt for the gunman, who fled the scene on an electric bike.
The U.S. Supreme Court has taken up a landmark case that could reshape the national landscape for transgender rights, reviewing Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming health care for transgender minors. With similar laws enacted in 26 states, the case underscores the intensifying debate over the rights of transgender individuals and the balance between state and federal authority.
In a decisive televised address, French President Emmanuel Macron reaffirmed his commitment to serving his full term until May 2027, despite the collapse of his government led by Michel Barnier in a dramatic parliamentary vote. The political upheaval has plunged France into a period of uncertainty, testing Macron’s leadership and his ability to navigate through a divided legislature.
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit has upheld a law that could result in the effective banning of TikTok in the United States unless its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, sells the platform to an American owner by January 19, 2025. The unanimous decision by a three-judge panel cites national security concerns and the potential misuse of user data, marking a pivotal moment in the ongoing debate over TikTok's future in the country.
The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit has upheld a pivotal law requiring ByteDance, TikTok’s Chinese parent company, to sell its U.S. operations by January 19, 2025, or face a nationwide ban. The ruling supports the government’s claim that TikTok poses significant national security risks due to its data collection practices and potential influence from the Chinese government.
President-elect Donald Trump’s choice of Pete Hegseth as defense secretary has sparked intense debate, as past allegations about Hegseth’s personal and professional conduct resurface. Known for his outspoken views as
In a dramatic and unprecedented turn of events, South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has declared martial law, citing a political crisis and accusing the opposition Democratic Party of "anti-state activities" and sympathizing with North Korea. The late-night announcement has thrown the nation into turmoil, raising concerns about the state of its democracy and political stability.
President Joe Biden’s controversial decision to pardon his son Hunter Biden has triggered a fierce debate within the Democratic Party, exposing deep divisions over questions of justice, accountability, and loyalty. The pardon, which erases Hunter’s convictions on federal gun and tax charges, has drawn both praise and condemnation from Democratic lawmakers, highlighting the challenges of navigating personal and political ethics.
In a bold final move, the Biden administration has unveiled a $725 million weapons package for Ukraine, reinforcing U.S. support for Kyiv just weeks before President-elect Donald Trump takes office. This significant aid package underscores Biden’s unwavering commitment to Ukraine as it continues to fend off Russian aggression, even as the incoming administration signals a starkly different foreign policy approach.
