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The Far Right’s Political Power Is Expected to Grow in EU Elections
Far right and hardline conservative parties may emerge as the third-biggest political force in the European Parliament.
What Donald Trump’s Criminal Trial Reveals About a Potential Second Trump Administration
Trump’s former employees’ testimony offers a glimpse into how an emboldened Trump could act if elected to a second term.
Tommy Tuberville Tells Americans to Choose a Side After Trump Conviction
“You're either for our great country...or you're against that,” Tuberville stated in his incendiary defense of Trump.
Biden Says There’s “Every Reason” to Think Netanyahu Will Continue Gaza Assault
The remarks appear to directly contradict Biden’s own claim that Hamas bears sole responsibility for the assault.
Lawyers Penalized for Filing Meritless Lawsuits That Trump Won 2020 Election
Authorities in multiple jurisdictions have also initiated proceedings to suspend or disbar some of the attorneys.
El Salvador’s President Sworn In for Second Term Widely Seen as Illegal
Biden officials and Trump allies attended Nayib Bukele's inauguration despite concerns from human rights groups.
Legal Experts Raise Alarm Over Trump Witness Payouts
Even though Trump has never been charged with witness tampering, some say that doesn’t mean it’s not happening.
Trump’s Georgia Case Likely Delayed Past Election Due to Appeals Court Action
A tentative hearing for oral arguments in the appeal is set for October 4.
House Republicans Advance Bill to Sanction the International Criminal Court
The White House said it “strongly opposes” the bill, but didn’t pledge that Biden would veto it if it passed.
Leftist Claudia Sheinbaum Wins Landslide Victory in Mexico Presidential Election
Mexico’s first woman president faces an uneasy road after opponents falsely accuse Morena party of authoritarianism.