Apple Removes WhatsApp, Threads From China App Store On Beijing's Order
The move comes as the House of Representatives is gearing up for a vote on a bill, which would compel the Chinese internet company ByteDance to divest its popular video app TikTok, or else face a ban in the U.S.
Senate Ends Historic Impeachment Trial Against Mayorkas
The Senate swiftly disposed of two articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, marking the first time in 225 years that the Senate dismissed impeachment charges without a trial.
Hush Money Trial: Prosecutors Seek To Question Trump On Previous Sexual Misconduct And Fraud Cases
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg's team seeks permission to question Trump about civil cases where he was found liable for sexual misconduct and fraud. Also, Michael Cohen, who once said he would take a bullet for the ex-president, is now set to play a central role as a key prosecution witness in the criminal trial.
Google Announces Layoffs Across Various Departments Amid 'Large-Scale' Restructuring
Google has implemented a significant restructuring, resulting in layoffs across unspecified departments.
House Republicans Send Impeachment Articles Against Mayorkas, But Senate Looks To Dismiss Charges
The Republican-controlled U.S. House of Representatives is looking to initiate a trial, but the Democratic-majority Senate is expected to dismiss the charges without a trial or hold a brief trial that concludes without a conviction.
In A U-Turn, Governor DeSantis Signs Bill Limiting Book Challenges In Florida Schools
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill on Tuesday that tightens the state's law, restricting numerous books and classroom materials subject to challenges within school districts.
Supreme Court Divided Over Broad Application Of Federal Law In Capitol Riot Cases
The Supreme Court grappled with the question of whether prosecutors overreached federal law in charging individuals involved in the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol assault.
Lockheed Martin Wins $17 Billion Contract For Next-Generation Missile Interceptors
Lockheed Martin has secured a $17 billion contract from the U.S. Missile Defense Agency to develop next-generation interceptors for protecting against intercontinental ballistic missile threats.
Tesla To Cut 14,000 Jobs Worldwide Amid Declining Sales And Increased Competition
Electric vehicle manufacturer Tesla is implementing significant workforce reductions, amounting to over 10% of its global staff, or at least 14,000 roles, amid declining sales and intensified competition in the electric vehicle market.
Zuckerberg Escapes Personal Liability In Social Media Addiction Lawsuits Against Meta
A U.S. district judge dismissed Mark Zuckerberg as an individual defendant in 25 lawsuits alleging that Meta Platforms Inc. and other social media companies were responsible for addicting children to their platforms.
Biden Gains Ground On Trump In Latest Poll Ahead Of Election
The survey conducted by The New York Times and Siena College suggests that the Democratic base is beginning to unify behind Biden despite ongoing concerns about the nation's trajectory, the economy, and his age.
12 Major News Outlets Urge Biden And Trump To Commit To Presidential Debates
Though it's uncommon for media organizations to intervene directly in the campaign strategies of presidential candidates, the move highlights the uncertainty surrounding the possibility of debates taking place this year.
Rand Paul Criticizes Johnson's Vote on FISA Amendment, Alleges Departure From Conservative Values
Senator Rand Paul criticized Speaker Mike Johnson on Sunday for his role in creating a tie vote on an amendment to a contentious surveillance bill, sparking discontent among some of the staunchest conservative Republicans.
Senate Dems Subpoena Conservative Legal Advocate Leonard Leo In Supreme Court Ethics Probe
Senate Democrats issued a subpoena to conservative legal advocate Leonard Leo on Thursday as part of their inquiry into a series of ethics controversies surrounding allegations of lavish travel and gifts provided to justices.
US Airlines, Unions Urge Biden Administration To Stop Additional Flights To China
Several major U.S. airlines and certain unions have called on the Biden administration to halt approval for additional flights connecting the United States and China, citing what they term "anti-competitive" measures imposed by China against U.S. carriers.
Amended FISA Bill Gains Momentum Among House Republicans After Deadlock
A faction of Republicans who previously blocked a procedural vote on reauthorizing the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) may now be inclined to support modifications to the legislation when it returns for voting on Friday.
Senators Discuss Potential One-Year Extension For TikTok Ban Deadline
On Wednesday, the chair of the U.S. Senate Commerce Committee, Maria Cantwell, indicated that lawmakers might entertain the idea of granting ByteDance, TikTok's Chinese owner, a one-year extension on the proposed deadline to divest the popular short video app.
Trump's Third Bid To Delay Hush Money Trial Rejected
An appellate judge swiftly rejected former President Donald Trump's third attempt in three days to postpone his New York criminal trial for hush money, set to begin next week.
Deadlock In House As Republican Faction Rejects FISA Bill To Reauthorize Key Spy Tool
A group of House Republicans, including 19 members, broke ranks with their party to reject a procedural vote on Wednesday regarding a bill extending the nation's warrantless surveillance powers under Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA).
House Speaker Delays Sending Mayorkas Impeachment Articles To Senate
The delay comes as Senate Republicans explore strategies to exert political pressure on Democrats, which includes the possibility of disrupting Senate proceedings. Johnson, a Republican from Louisiana, originally planned to send the articles to the Senate on Wednesday.
Witness Names In Trump Classified Documents Case To Remain Secret, Judge Rules
A federal judge ruled on Tuesday to keep the identities of potential witnesses in the classified documents case involving Donald Trump secret, addressing a key issue that had stalled progress in the criminal case.
Arizona Supreme Court Reinstates Nearly Total Abortion Ban Dating Back to 1864
Arizona's highest court reinstated a nearly comprehensive ban on abortions, citing a law dating back to 1864, pre-dating statehood and women's suffrage.
Biden May Miss 2024 Ohio Ballot Deadline, State Election Office Says
The Ohio Secretary of State has sent a letter to the Democratic Party, cautioning that President Joe Biden may not be listed on the November 2024 election ballot unless certain actions are taken.
Pence Criticizes Trump Over Abortion Stance, Calls It 'Slap in the Face' To Pro-Life Americans
Former Vice President Mike Pence publicly criticized former President Donald Trump on Monday, accusing him of adopting a vague stance on abortion policy.
Trump's Urgent Plea To Postpone Hush Money Trial Rejected
A New York state appeals court judge dismissed Trump's request for an urgent postponement of his upcoming criminal trial in New York.
FAA Launches Probe After Southwest Boeing Aircraft Loses Engine Cover During Takeoff
The Federal Aviation Administration is investigating an incident involving a Southwest Airlines flight bound for Houston, where the engine cowling detached during takeoff.
Suspect Arrested For Alleged Fire Outside Senator Sanders's Office In Vermont
A man was arrested for allegedly starting a fire outside Senator Bernie Sanders's office in Burlington, Vermont.
US Lawmakers Unveil Draft Bipartisan Data Privacy Legislation
Two influential U.S. lawmakers, Senator Maria Cantwell and Representative Cathy McMorris Rodgers, unveiled a draft bipartisan data privacy legislation that bolsters privacy protections for Americans by empowering them to control their personal information.
Trump To Unveil Abortion Policy, Hints at Compromise Stance After Florida Ruling
Former President Donald Trump has announced plans to reveal his highly anticipated abortion policy, hinting at a compromise stance that could ignite controversy from various quarters.
Meta Challenges FTC Bid To Amend 2020 Privacy Settlement Over Kids Chat App
Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, has contested the US Federal Trade Commission's attempt to modify its 2020 privacy settlement, saying it had voluntarily disclosed issues in its Messenger Kids app and received no complaints from parents.