President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Howard Lutnick, CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald and cryptocurrency advocate, to serve as commerce secretary in his upcoming administration. Trump made the announcement on Tuesday via Truth Social, citing both Lutnick’s business expertise and commitment to advancing Trump’s trade policies.
A high school girls’ volleyball team from California made the difficult decision to forfeit a state playoff game—and ultimately their season—due to a trans-identifying male player on the opposing team.
The United Nations Security Council is poised to vote on a resolution spearheaded by Algeria, calling for an end to Israel’s military operations against Hamas. The Biden administration has yet to announce its stance, sparking widespread speculation and concern. Critics argue that the resolution undermines Israel’s legitimate right to self-defense and could bolster Hamas's position in the ongoing conflict.
On Monday, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis revealed that the process of identifying a replacement for Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) is currently underway. This follows...
President Joe Biden has reportedly authorized Ukraine to use American-made long-range missiles against targets inside Russian territory, marking a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. This decision, made just weeks before Biden leaves office, comes in response to Russian missile and drone attacks on Ukraine. The Kremlin has condemned the move as a direct provocation, warning of heightened tensions and potential global consequences.
The U.S. Senate is set to vote this week on measures introduced by Senator Bernie Sanders to block a $20 billion arms deal with Israel. The legislation, known as Joint Resolutions of Disapproval (JRDs), seeks to halt the sale of offensive weapons, including tanks, munitions, and fighter jets, citing Israel's actions in Gaza and Lebanon.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is facing intense scrutiny after a former employee slammed the agency's emphasis on equity, alleging it has led to politicized disaster response. The criticism comes on the heels of a disturbing incident in which a FEMA official instructed workers to avoid homes displaying Trump signs during relief efforts following a hurricane.
A Spanish teacher at Cerritos High School in California reportedly walked out of class and accused a student of committing a “hate crime” for wearing a Make America Great Again (MAGA) shirt.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy shared his thoughts on former US presidential candidate Donald Trump’s approach to the conflict in Ukraine, expressing hope that Trump's...
