Former President Donald Trump cast doubt on the election results if he loses and falsely questioned Vice President Kamala Harris’ racial and ethnic identity during an interview with the “PBD Podcast.” October 18, 2024
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OMAHA, Neb. — Nebraska’s top election official had no authority to strip voting rights from people convicted of a felony, the state Supreme Court ruled Wednesday in a decision that could add hundreds of new voters to the rolls and potentially help tip the balance on Nov. 5. The order by Republican Secretary of State Bob Evnen could have kept 7,000 or more Nebraskans from voting in the upcoming election, the American Civil Liberties Union has said. Many of them reside in Nebraska’s Omaha-centered 2nd Congressional District, where both the race for president and the makeup of Congress could be in play. Nebraska overall is heavily Republican but is one of only two states — the other is Maine — that apportions its Electoral College votes by congressional district. The
President Joe Biden on Friday said he believes his administration is “breaking through with the truth” when it comes to misinformation surrounding the federal response to Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. Though Biden also continued his vocal criticism of former President Donald Trump, who he said was “not singularly to blame” for the proliferation of false claims in recent weeks but “has the biggest mouth.” The comments came as Biden met with Vice President Kamala Harris, Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas and other officials at the White House to discuss the back-to-back storms that ravaged Florida, North Carolina and other parts of Southeast. The president will travel to Florida on Sunday to visit areas impacted by Hurricane Milton, the White House announced. Biden on Friday reiterated his call for lawmakers
The brutal execution of six Israeli hostages by Hamas fighters in southern Gaza has sent shockwaves through Israel, potentially destabilizing the fragile coalition government and increasing pressure for a deal to end the 11-month war. The incident, reminiscent of the Munich massacre of 1972, has sparked widespread outrage and calls for accountability. The hostages, held […]
In a historic first for post-World War II Germany, the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party has secured a decisive victory in the eastern state of Thuringia, garnering 32.8 percent of the vote in Sunday’s regional elections. This triumph marks the first time a far-right party has won a state election in Germany since 1949. […]
A newly convened grand jury has issued a fresh indictment against former President Donald Trump for his alleged attempts to overturn the 2020 presidential election results. This development follows a recent Supreme Court ruling that granted Trump limited immunity from prosecution. The superseding indictment, presented to a new grand jury unfamiliar with the case, retains […]
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Catalonia’s former separatist leader, Carles Puigdemont, has departed Spain for Belgium, evading an extensive manhunt and an arrest warrant issued by Spanish authorities. This development comes just a day after Puigdemont made a surprise appearance at a rally in Barcelona. Puigdemont’s lawyer, Gonzalo Boye, confirmed his client’s departure on Friday via Catalan radio, though he […]
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Nicolás Maduro, Venezuela’s authoritarian leader, has blamed the recent unrest following the disputed presidential election on a far-right conspiracy, as international condemnation and diplomatic isolation intensify. Maduro accused his political rivals, Edmundo González Urrutia and María Corina Machado, of orchestrating the turmoil. Addressing foreign journalists at the presidential palace, Maduro struck a defiant tone, claiming […]
Former President Donald Trump has sparked controversy with his latest comments about Vice President Kamala Harris, suggesting that world leaders will “walk all over her” due to her appearance. In an interview with Fox News’ Laura Ingraham, Trump stated that Harris would be treated as a “play toy” because of “how she looks.” “She’ll be […]
A significant prisoner exchange between Russia and the West is underway, with Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich among those being released from a Russian prison, according to a report by Bloomberg citing sources familiar with the situation. Sources with knowledge of the planned exchange confirmed to the Guardian that a major swap would take […]
Venezuela’s presidential election has resulted in a high-stakes standoff as both President Nicolas Maduro and opposition candidate Edmundo González claim victory. The election, seen by many as a chance to end 25 years of single-party rule, has left the nation in a state of uncertainty. Election officials have delayed releasing detailed vote tallies, proclaiming Maduro […]
Former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama have officially endorsed Kamala Harris to take on Donald Trump in the upcoming US presidential election, marking a heartwarming turn of events. The endorsement comes after a period of silence from the Obamas, who had previously suggested an open contest to decide the Democratic nominee. […]
In a landmark speech to Congress, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu sought to rally support for the war against Hamas in Gaza. His address was marked by a raucous reception from mostly Republican politicians, but also by significant protests both inside and outside the Capitol. “When we fight Iran, we’re fighting the most radical and […]
In a heartfelt and historic televised address, US President Joe Biden announced that he is ending his re-election campaign to focus on preserving American democracy. The 81-year-old president, who has served in public office for over half a century, made the announcement from the Oval Office, surrounded by his family and key White House staff. […]
In a fiery debut rally, US Vice President Kamala Harris launched her White House campaign with a blistering attack on Donald Trump, framing the upcoming election as a choice between a seasoned prosecutor and a convicted felon. Speaking to a crowd of about 3,000 in the crucial swing state of Wisconsin, Harris drew parallels between […]