POLITICS
Newsom, Jenner Out of First California GOP Recall Debate
The debate will be held at 6 p.m. August 4 at the Richard Nixon Presidential Library and Museum in Yorba Linda.
Texas Border Wall Donor Info Largely Anonymous Despite Abbott's Promise for Transparency
One donor used the name "Donnie Darko" while another referred to themself as "StopWasting TaxpayerMoney," contributing just $1.
Nancy Pelosi Reportedly Recognized Liz Cheney's 'Courage' During Jan. 6 Panel Meeting
Former Republican staffer John Pitney said Pelosi and Cheney have "a legitimate shared interest in getting to the bottom of the insurrection."
GOP Governor Larry Hogan Blasts 'Completely Absurd' Republican Defense of January 6
"There's no way to just overlook this and say it didn't happen," Maryland's Republican governor said.
Candace Owens' Suit Against USA Today Thrown Out by Judge For Not Proving Malice
"The political aspects of this case are manifest but must be ignored in favor of application of the law," Superior Court Judge Craig Karsnitz said.
64 Percent of Unvaccinated Americans Say COVID Shot Ineffective Against Variants: Poll
"We always knew some proportion of the population would be difficult to persuade no matter what the data showed, [and] a lot of people are beyond persuasion," said Dr. Amesh Adalja.
N Korea Says It Will Not Join Talks Amid Food Crisis Until U.S. Drops Hostilities
North Korea's official newspaper, Rodong Sinmun, warned that farming has become a "life or death" issue amid severe food shortages.
Donald Trump Allies Break With Ex-President on Supporting Ohio House Candidate
Trump's Save America PAC described Trump-backed candidate Mike Carey as "a courageous fighter for the people and our economy."
Taliban Wants Afghan President Removed, New Government Where Women Have More Rights
Although the Taliban said they would not monopolize power in the region, they insist that a peace deal will not be reached until a new government is negotiated.
Republicans Join Democrats in Calling Out the Unvaccinated as COVID Cases Rise
President Joe Biden told reporters at the White House that "the only pandemic we have is among the unvaccinated."
Pollster Frank Luntz Says Vaccine Hesitancy Among GOP Has 'Transformed' to Opposition
"Once you are opposed, it is very hard to change that position. And that's what's happening right now," Luntz said.
U.S. Drops Case Against Chinese National, China Accuses U.S. of False Arrest
Prosecutors said Juan Tang lied about her ties to the Chinese military on her visa application as she made plans to work at the University of California, Davis.
Video Shows Militiamen Training for Gretchen Whitmer's Alleged Planned Kidnapping
In the clip, the man—along with others—fires his gun at various targets as he maneuvers behind different barricades to shield himself.
What Is the Refugee Olympic Team? Athletes at Tokyo Games and a Brief History
The first Refugee Olympic Team, which consisted of 10 athletes, competed at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro.
Anthony Fauci Hits Back at Rand Paul Over 'Inflammatory' and 'Slanderous' Remarks
The infectious diseases expert said that it was "completely nonsense" to claim he had lied under oath.
Mike Pence Was a January 6 Hero. But He's Still Doomed
Donald Trump's former vice president is in a unique political position, one that does not bode well for 2024.
Alabama Gov. Says It's Time to Blame 'Unvaccinated Folks' for COVID Rise
Only 33.9 percent of people aged 12 and over in the state are vaccinated, compared with the national figure of 48.8 percent.
Florida Democrats See Familiar Storm Cloud in Spanish-Language Cuba Coverage
From communism and socialism, to AOC and Black Lives Matter, the coverage amplified on Spanish-language radio, TV, and platforms like WhatsApp is problematic for Democrats.
Is Sen. Rand Paul or Dr. Fauci Right About Gain-of-Function Research Funding in Wuhan?
Gain-of-function is a research method that involves manipulating pathogens to give them a new aspect, such as making viruses more transmissible or dangerous to humans.
Bust of Nathan Bedford Forrest, 2 Others to Be Relocated to Tennessee Museum from Capitol
Forrest was a Confederate cavalry general and was a wealthy plantation owner and slave trader in Memphis before the Civil War.
Missouri Supreme Court Sides with Voters, Rules Medicaid Expansion Should Go Forward
"We look forward to seeing Medicaid expansion swiftly implemented by the State so that all eligible Missourians receive the access to healthcare they need," Healthcare for Missouri said.
Only a Third of Republicans Think Voting Is a Fundamental Right: Poll
Conversely, nearly 80 percent of Democrats view casting a ballot in elections as a fundamental right.