Politics

A man in a suit speaks into a microphone at an outdoor podium with a crowd in the background.

politics

Rand Paul to Pursue Contempt Charges Against Anthony Fauci

Senator moves for legal action after Dr. Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment during a contentious US Capitol hearing

A wide shot of the Houses of Parliament and the Palace of Westminster buildings.

politics

UK Government Cites Benefits of Targeted Prevention and Diversion

New evidence supports the effectiveness of prevention and diversion programs across England and Wales.

A man in a suit speaks with a group of people at an indoor convention center.

politics

Fox News Hosts Provide Commentary in July 29 Highlights Program

Jesse Watters, Sean Hannity, and Greg Gutfeld analyzed the day's top news stories in a broadcast streamed on YouTube.

Two people, a man and a woman, stand and talk in a room with flags in the background.

politics

EU Withdraws Tanja Fajon as Sahel Special Representative

The nomination of the former Slovenian foreign minister was canceled following a domestic dispute and a new appointment.

National Guardsmen in camouflage uniforms stand guard near a perimeter fence at the U.S. Capitol.

politics

US Congress Advances Bipartisan Paid Leave Legislation

Lawmakers are considering a national program to provide financial support for workers facing serious illness or new parenthood.

An entrance to the Federal Trade Commission building featuring a bas-relief panel above the door.

politics

FTC Scrutinizes Proposed Buyout of Electronic Arts by Immortalis

US regulators are investigating the acquisition over concerns regarding market dominance and anti-competitive practices in gaming.

Watch in this section

See all trending

BBC Newsnight · politics

Zack Polanski explains why he won't apologise to Nigel Farage over social media post

C-SPAN · politics

Washington Today (7-29-26): Dr. Fauci takes 5th at COVID hearing; Fed holds interest rates steady

MSNBC · politics

Turek builds on campaign momentum with Obama endorsement

BBC Newsnight · politics

Andy Burnham on 'difficult decisions' to be made funding social care reform in England | BBC News

MSNBC · politics

Devastating poll shows Trump's base crumbling

BBC Newsnight · politics

Read story →

UK PM Andy Burnham has pledged to reform adult social care in England. #BBCNews

Several posters featuring Marine Le Pen are pasted onto a grey urban wall.

politics

National Rally Reviews France Retirement Reform Position

The far-right party is preparing to unveil a formal stance on pension changes in the coming months.

Joe Biden and Giorgia Meloni stand next to each other and speak at a podium.

politics

Debate Rises Over DSA Platform and US Oath of Office

Critics argue the Democratic Socialists of America platform contradicts the US Constitution, questioning candidate legitimacy.

A small stone shrine with a statue of St. John of Nepomuk stands beside a road.

politics

FSB Chief Hopes Finance Industry Can Withstand AI Bubble

John Schindler warns of potential instability if artificial intelligence investments unravel

A large building site with scaffolding and concrete structures under a blue sky.

politics

German Official Calls for EU Budget Cut of Several Hundred Billion Euros

Markus Faber of the CDU/CSU opposes the addition of 2,500 new jobs within European institutions.

Debris and scorched ground at a military installation.

politics

US Launches Airstrikes on Targets in Iran and Iraq

U.S. Central Command strikes southern Iran and partners with Saudi Arabia to hit militias in response to ballistic missile attacks.

A large automated gun system on a military vehicle fires into the air in a desert landscape.

politics

US Launches New Wave of Air Strikes Against Iran

U.S. military targets Iranian sites in retaliatory strikes following attacks on positions in Jordan.

A man in a suit speaks into a microphone at a witness table during a Senate hearing.

politics

Sen. Rand Paul Accuses Dr. Anthony Fauci of Major Medical Error

The senator alleged a historic medical mistake during a US Senate hearing where Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment 111 times.

Donald Trump stands in a room and looks at a screen displaying a video of himself.

politics

Epstein Survivors Protest Todd Blanche US Attorney General Nomination

Protesters gathered on Capitol Hill to urge senators to reject the nominee over alleged ties to Jeffrey Epstein.

A large sumo wrestler towers over two smaller opponents in a wrestling ring.

politics

Sen. Rosen Criticizes Trump Over Voter Legislation

Nevada senator says former president is doing 'absolutely nothing' for voters during debate on voter-suppression bill.

A collection of historical handwritten documents and correspondence stored in archival folders.

politics

Andrew Callaghan Discusses Independent Media and Viral Interviews

The Channel 5 host appeared on The Hill to analyze the impact of his reporting on Hunter Biden and Nick Fuentes.

A group of government officials and political leaders stand together in a room for a photograph.

politics

Fauci Confronts GOP Senators Over COVID-19 Origins at US Senate Hearing

Sen. Rand Paul and Republican colleagues question Dr. Anthony Fauci regarding statements on the emergence of SARS-CoV-2.

Mike Pence and several officials stand behind a podium in a White House briefing room.

politics

Deborah Birx Surprised by Anthony Fauci's Diary Entries

Former health official says Fauci's journals reveal early concerns over asymptomatic spread that the US government did not initially adopt.

Military personnel in uniforms assist people boarding a transport aircraft.

politics

Trump Vows Strong Response After Iran Attacks US Bases

President Donald Trump pledged military retaliation following a surprise ballistic missile strike on U.S. facilities in Jordan.

A military handler in camouflage uniform holds a leash for a Belgian Malinois dog on a paved area.

politics

US and Saudi Arabia Conduct Airstrikes and Blockade Against Iran

Former CENTCOM deputy commander says pressure is building on all fronts to neuter Iran's military capabilities.

A portrait of Donald Trump wearing a dark suit and red tie against a neutral background.

politics

Trump Says COVID Was Disaster, Criticizes Fauci

President Donald Trump said Dr. Anthony Fauci did not help during the pandemic and noted the doctor's use of the Fifth Amendment.

A woman sits at a desk and signs documents with a pen.

politics

Sen. Rand Paul Seeks Apology From Dr. Anthony Fauci After Senate Hearing

Senator Paul criticized Fauci's repeated use of the Fifth Amendment during Wednesday's testimony on COVID-19 origins.

An interior view of a formal government hearing room with rows of seating and microphones.

politics

Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment in US Senate Hearing

Dr. Anthony Fauci refused to answer questions on COVID-19 origins as his attorney was ejected from the session.

A wide shot of the exterior of the Frances Perkins Building.

politics

US Republicans Probe China Influence in Anti-Data Center Movement

Lawmakers allege foreign actors are stoking local opposition to undermine artificial intelligence infrastructure.

A group of people stand together in a room for a presentation in Washington, D.C.

politics

US Senate advances bipartisan bill to tighten Russia, Iran sanctions

Legislation named after the late Sen. Lindsey Graham targets Russian energy buyers and extends Iranian sanctions.

The exterior of the Texas State Capitol building with its dome and columns.

politics

Talarico Leads Paxton by Five Points in Texas US Senate Poll

A new Texas Public Opinion Research poll shows the Democratic nominee widening his lead in the contentious race.

A man in a dark suit and glasses stands on a stage during a theatrical reading.

politics

Fauci Diary Entries Describe Him as 'Most Famous American'

Leaked 2020 diary pages released by Sen. Rand Paul show former NIAID director reflecting on his pandemic-era fame.

A map of the eastern Pacific Ocean showing varying colors representing sea surface temperature changes.

politics

NOAA Warns of Potential Super El Nino in 2026

Sea-surface temperatures in the Pacific may trigger the strongest climate event in 150 years, impacting global food prices.

A white sign with black text stands outdoors near a university building.

politics

India Police Use Force to Disperse 'Cockroach' Movement Protesters

Thousands of youth demonstrators in New Delhi faced tear gas and batons while demanding the education minister's resignation.

Good to be with the Vice President Mike Pence today at Number 10 as he met with UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson - the Vice President emphasized our commitment to strengthen the historic U.S.-U.K. rela

politics

John Oliver Critiques UK Politics and US Mental Health Care

A Last Week Tonight segment examines the aftermath of Boris Johnson's resignation and barriers to American psychiatric treatment.

102.East.USCapitol.WDC.6January2021 (50824307713)

politics

Sen. Rand Paul removes Dr. Fauci's lawyer from US Senate hearing

An attorney for Dr. Anthony Fauci was escorted from a COVID-19 committee hearing after repeatedly speaking without recognition.

politics

Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment During US Senate COVID-19 Hearing

Former health official refuses to answer questions from Republican-led committee, citing concerns over potential perjury traps.

President Donald Trump poses for his official portrait at The White House, in Washington, D.C., on Friday, October 6, 2017. (Official White House Photo by Shealah Craighead)

politics

Trump Administration Pressured Secret Service to Surveil James Comey

Filings allege the US Secret Service was urged to monitor the former FBI director after a social-media post in May 2025.

politics

Sen. Cornyn Undecided on Todd Blanche Confirmation

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche faces a rocky path to permanent appointment after Sen. John Cornyn canceled a key meeting.

politics

Trump Unveils US$22 Billion Plan to Remake Dulles Airport

The renovation project aims to modernize concourses and add a massive parking garage while preserving the historic main terminal.

United States President Barack Obama at a 2012 Presidential election campaign rally in Urbandale, Iowa on 1 September 2012.

politics

Obama endorses Josh Turek for US Senate seat in Iowa

Former President Barack Obama released a video supporting the Democratic candidate and former Paralympian in a bid for a GOP-held seat.

As debate has been temporarily halted in the electoral process & we follow orders of @CapitolPolice to shelter in place, I am having many conversations w/ media outlets re: the incidents of today

politics

Rand Paul Orders Removal of Fauci Attorney From US Senate Hearing

Senator Rand Paul called for Capitol Police to eject Dr. Anthony Fauci's lawyer during a session on COVID-19 origins.

U.S. Space Force Guardians assigned as Honor Guard augmentees practice drill for the joint service cordon for the 60th Presidential Inauguration at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, D.C., Jan.

politics

Trump Vows Retaliation After Iran Missile Attack on US Base in Jordan

President Trump says the U.S. will hit Iran hard following a surprise missile strike on American troops.

politics

Spain and France Contain Major Wildfires as New Heat Wave Looms

More than 300,000 people were evacuated as emergency services battle blazes across central Spain and southwest France.

President Donald Trump and First Lady Melanie Trump view a 4th of July fireworks display over the National Mall from the Blue Room Balcony, Friday, July 4, 2025. (Official White House Photo by Daniel

politics

Trump Administration Spends $5 Million to Gold-Plate DC Statues

Four bronze horse sculptures in Washington, D.C., were re-gilded as part of a beautification project for America 250.

politics

Dr. Anthony Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment 111 Times at US Senate Hearing

Former chief White House medical adviser declined to answer questions regarding the origins of the COVID-19 virus.

politics

Trump Blames Biden for US Consumer Prices

President Donald Trump continues to attribute high inflation and consumer costs to the policies of the previous administration.

Kevin M. Warsh's official portrait as a member of the Federal Reserve Board of Governors

politics

US Fed Holds Interest Rates Steady Amid Inflation Concerns

Chair Kevin Warsh maintains benchmark rate at 3.5% to 3.75% as three policymakers dissent in favor of a hike.

Construction of the Dulles International Airport Washington Metro station in 2016

politics

Trump Unveils US$22.5 Billion Plan to Overhaul Dulles Airport

The modernization effort will replace aging 'bean-sprout' buses with an underground people-mover system.

Secretary of Homeland Security Markwayne Mullin attends A Senate Appropriations Homeland Security Subcommittee Hearing titled: A Review of the President’s Fiscal Year 2027 Budget Request for Departmen

politics

Rand Paul Removes Fauci Lawyer From US Senate Hearing

Security ejected attorney David Schertler after he intervened while Dr. Anthony Fauci invoked his Fifth Amendment rights.

politics

Sen. Bernie Moreno Confronts Dr. Anthony Fauci at Senate Hearing

The Ohio Republican used profanity and accused the former health official of prioritizing celebrities over public health.

Senate Majority Leader, Sen. John Thune, N.D. speaks to Brooke Rollins during a Senate Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee hearing on her nomination as Secretary of Agriculture on Thursday,

politics

Senate Leader Thune Supports Contempt Charges for Fauci

Majority Leader calls Dr. Anthony Fauci's refusal to answer COVID-19 questions 'inexcusable' during Washington hearing

politics

US Federal Reserve Holds Interest Rates Steady

Fed Chair Kevin Warsh announces a 9-3 vote to maintain the federal funds rate amid persistent inflation and energy price volatility.

politics

US Fed Keeps Interest Rates Unchanged

Chairman Kevin Warsh addresses inflation and economic growth after the Federal Open Market Committee's latest decision.

Dr. Anthony Fauci testifying at a house appropriations hearing in 1987. Credit: NIAID

politics

Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment at US Senate COVID-19 Hearing

Dr. Anthony Fauci declined to answer questions regarding COVID-19 origins, citing counsel's advice and self-incrimination protections.

politics

Trump Says US Will Not Withdraw From War With Iran

President warns that Iran will face military retribution following recent strikes during a White House briefing

View from the northeast looking southwest of construction on the east side of the Marriner S. Eccles Federal Reserve headquarters building on December 17, 2025. 2051 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington

politics

US Fed Holds Interest Rates Steady Amid Inflation Concerns

The FOMC voted 9-3 to maintain the federal funds rate, though three members pushed for a hike to combat stubborn inflation.

Cropped official portrait of Vice President Joe Biden in his West Wing Office at the White House, Jan. 10, 2013. (Official White House Photo by David Lienemann)

politics

Audio Tapes of Former President Biden and Memoir Ghostwriter Released

More than two and a half hours of recordings from 2017 discuss classified information and foreign policy after a legal dispute.

politics

Trump Unveils Multi-Billion-Dollar Redesign for US Dulles Airport

President Donald Trump and Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy announced a plan to modernize the aging Washington international hub.

240613-D-PM193-1065 Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III walks with U.S. Permanent Representative to NATO Ambassador Julianne Smith at NATO Headquarters in Brussels, Belgium, June 13, 2024. (DoD p

politics

NATO Commander Warns of Western Missile Production Gap

Top transformation official says the West cannot produce enough Patriot missiles to meet defense needs.

Selected buildings shown pictorially. Also shows "National Park Service visitor services" and radial walking times/distances from the "U.S. Botanic Garden". Title devised by cataloguer. Gift: Charles

politics

Fauci COVID Diaries Become Center of US Senate Hearing

Sen. Rand Paul uses personal diary entries to question Dr. Anthony Fauci during pandemic response inquiry

Outside during the US Capitol during the January 6, 2021 attack on the building

politics

Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment 111 Times During US Senate Hearing

Dr. Anthony Fauci refused to answer questions regarding a secret COVID-19 diary during testimony before Sen. Rand Paul.

Vice President Cheney Addresses the Press with Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell and Senator Trent Lott at the U.S. Capitol Building - DPLA - 6d72cf2cd93ef7def4d2f8f10afd6155

politics

Kentucky Governor Beshear Demands Proof of McConnell's Capacity to Serve

Gov. Andy Beshear issued an ultimatum to Sen. Mitch McConnell to disclose his health status or resign from office.

Democratic National Committee Headquarters in Washington, D.C.

politics

DNC Scammed by Impersonator of Committee Chair

Reports indicate the Democratic National Committee lost approximately $29,000 after a fraudster posed as Ken Martin.

politics

Sen. Rand Paul Orders Removal of Fauci Attorney From US Hearing

Capitol Police escorted Dr. Anthony Fauci’s lawyer out of a Senate session regarding COVID-19 origins after a clash with the senator.