Peter Navarro, Ex-Trump Adviser, Begins 4-Month Jail Sentence
The former White House trade adviser is the first senior Trump aide to serve time over efforts to overturn the 2020 election. Share full article Peter Navarro spoke before reporting…
March 19, 2024
The Brief – Macron courts progressive voters for EU elections
In the space of three weeks, French President Emmanuel Macron has declared himself in favour of several rather progressive measures. With EU elections just around the corner, is he trying…
U.S. Defense Secretary Praises NATO Allies for Commitment to Ukraine
Despite doubts about further U.S. aid, the American defense secretary told a meeting of Kyiv’s backers that the fight against Russia “remains one of the great causes of our time.”…
Congressional Leaders Strike Deal on Final Spending Bill Ahead of Shutdown
Lawmakers resolved disputes over Department of Homeland Security funding, paving the way for an agreement. But they may still be unable to meet a Friday deadline to avert a brief…
What to Watch for in Tuesday’s Primaries in Five States
The down-ballot races are the ones to pay attention to, with the presidential nominating contests already decisively clinched. Share full article Florida is one of the five states that are…
Blinken Warns China Against Armed Attack on Philippines
The secretary of state struck a balance seemingly meant to deter China while avoiding a dangerous escalation with Beijing. Share full article A Chinese Coast Guard ship in the South…
Sweden wants peace, king says at NATO ceremony
Sweden’s King Carl XVI Gustaf affirmed his desire for peace during his speech on Monday at the NATO flag-raising ceremony in the Swedish parliament. The formal flag-raising ceremony, in which…
Puigdemont certain to win Catalan elections, not troubled by temporary arrest
Former Catalan president Carles Puigdemont has expressed his willingness to be detained, albeit temporarily, if he returned to Spain after winning the snap regional elections on 12 May, his lawyer…
Outside Groups Pledge Over $1 Billion to Aid Biden’s Re-election Effort
The League of Conservation Voters, among the biggest spenders on progressive causes, said it would put $120 million behind President Biden and Democrats as his Republican rival faces cash woes.…
Biden Looks to Shore Up Latino Support in Visit to Nevada and Arizona
The president plans to go on offense during his visit to the crucial swing states, championing his economic policies and attacking Republicans on abortion and immigration. Share full article President…