Government

Florida State Representative Hillary Cassel has switched to the Republican Party.

The recent seizure of 61 tons of drugs and the arrest of over 7,000 individuals by Mexican authorities has sparked both praise and criticism. While the operation is one of the largest in recent history, questions are being raised about the long-term effectiveness of such tactics in addressing the root causes of drug trafficking.

Taiwan's Presidential Office has conducted its first-ever tabletop exercise simulating a military escalation with China, reflecting the island's intensified efforts to prepare for potential conflict.

South Korean lawmakers have impeached Acting President Han Duck-soo, stating he was not working fast enough to complete the impeachment of former President Yoon Suk-yeol.

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier announced that he dissolved the German parliament. A snap election will be held in February.

The Chinese government placed sanctions on seven U.S. companies in response to the United States announcing assistance to Taiwan.

A recent regional poll conducted by CB Consultora Opinión Pública reveals that Argentine President Javier Milei is the most popular head of state in South America, with an approval rating of 51.8%—the highest in the region and the only one exceeding 50%.

Farmers and voters in California's Central Valley, the state's agricultural heartland, are facing uncertainty over the potential impact of mass deportations under President-elect Donald Trump.

Two Democrat lawyers wrote an opinion piece for The Hill, calling for Congress to reject electoral votes on January 6.

The Reform U.K. Party's membership has surpassed that of the traditional Conservative Party.