CNN senior political commentator Scott Jennings pushed back against Substack author Touré, who falsely suggested that President Donald Trump is attempting to take control of the military in a way that "contravenes" the U.S. Constitution. During a CNN discussion, Touré argued that Trump’s leadership over the military was characteristic of a dictatorship, prompting Jennings to remind him that the U.S. Constitution explicitly names the president as commander-in-chief.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s government has announced that this year’s Budapest Pride Parade will no longer be allowed to take place in public spaces, requiring organizers to hold the event in a closed venue. The move aligns with Hungary’s child protection policies, which Orbán has consistently defended despite opposition from the European Union and global activist groups.
The Arizona Senate approved Senate Bill 1309 on Wednesday, a measure designed to ensure a stable power grid and prevent blackouts like those seen in California. The bill, introduced by State Sen. Frank Carroll, R-Rio Vista, passed with a 17-12 vote, with one senator abstaining.
South Carolina is set to become the first state in 15 years to carry out an execution by firing squad. The execution of 67-year-old Brad Sigmon is scheduled for March 7, marking only the third time in nearly five decades that this method has been used in the United States.
The U.S. Department of Education unveiled the “End DEI” portal on Thursday, allowing parents, students, and teachers to report instances of sex and race-based discrimination in public K-12 schools. The initiative aligns with President Donald Trump’s executive orders aimed at eliminating diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies in federally funded institutions.
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Wednesday commended U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio for his “healthy thoughts” on addressing Russia’s frozen assets. Lavrov referred to Rubio’s recent comments suggesting that discussions about releasing Russian funds should be part of broader postwar negotiations.
Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic admitted Monday that Serbia "mistakenly" voted in favor of a U.N. resolution condemning Russia for launching the war against Ukraine. Vucic stated he had intended for Serbia’s delegation to abstain.
Gene Hackman, the esteemed two-time Academy Award-winning actor, was found deceased alongside his wife, Betsy Arakawa, and their dog at their Santa Fe, New Mexico, residence on February 26, 2025. Hackman, aged 95, and Arakawa, 63, were discovered during a welfare check initiated by a concerned neighbor. Authorities have deemed the circumstances "suspicious," prompting a thorough investigation.
Representative Morgan Luttrell, R-Texas, has introduced the Criminal Illegal Alien Report Act, legislation requiring the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to report to Congress on crimes committed by illegal aliens paroled into the United States.
In a recent Oval Office meeting, U.S. Vice President JD Vance challenged British Prime Minister Keir Starmer regarding the United Kingdom's limitations on free speech.
