Politics

A radical legal group tied to the Antifa movement has partnered with anti-Tesla activists protesting CEO Elon Musk’s political alliances, particularly his ties to former President Donald Trump. The Civil Liberties Defense Center (CLDC), based in Oregon, has been providing online training and legal support to demonstrators engaged in what they’ve dubbed the “Tesla Takedown.”

Dr. Eithan Haim, a surgeon and whistleblower from Texas Children’s Hospital, testified before Congress on Wednesday, warning that transgender medical procedures performed on minors are “destroying children’s lives.” His statements came during a House Judiciary Subcommittee hearing titled “Ending Lawfare Against Whistleblowers Who Protect Children.”

President Donald Trump on Friday urged Russia to take swift action toward ending the war in Ukraine, stating “too many people [are] DYING” in what he called a “terrible and senseless war.” His statement came as Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg in an effort to broker a ceasefire.

Ecuador's presidential runoff election reaches a boiling point as incumbent Daniel Noboa and socialist challenger Luisa González concluded their campaigns Thursday with sharply contrasting rallies in Guayaquil. The Sunday vote will determine if Noboa, a 37-year-old political outsider, retains power or if Ecuador returns to the socialist policies of the Rafael Correa era.

Senator Michael Bennet (D-CO) has launched his campaign for Colorado governor in the 2026 race, joining an increasingly crowded Democratic field. His announcement included sharp attacks on former President Donald Trump and emphasized Colorado's rising cost of living and struggling public services.

Ghislaine Maxwell has filed a petition appealing her sex trafficking conviction to the Supreme Court.

Australia's Conversion Practices Ban Act 2024, which took effect last week, effectively makes some prayers unlawful, The Washington Stand reports.

The U.K. announced that it will provide more military support to Ukraine in a joint effort with Norway.

U.S. District Judge Dabney Friedrich of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia has declined to block officials with the Department of Homeland Security from conducting immigration raids at churches.

The Department of Defense (DOD) cut $5.1 billion in non-essential contracts in its commitment to "strategically rebuild our military, restore accountability to the Department, cut wasteful spending, and implement the President's orders," Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth wrote in a memo.