Donald Trump’s campaign has criticised Joe Biden for declaring Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV) would be recognised on Easter Sunday. The US president made the announcement on Friday, saying the day was to “honour the extraordinary courage and contributions of…
New York gets a new congressional map that gives Democrats a slight edge in fight for House
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a new Democrat-drawn congressional map on Wednesday that gives the party a modest boost in a few battleground districts, helping their candidates in a heavily contested election year when House races in the state…
Biden threatens veto of US House’s standalone Israel aid bill
U.S. President Joe Biden’s administration said on Monday he would veto a standalone bill backed by House of Representatives Republicans that would provide aid to Israel, as it backs a broader bill providing assistance to Ukraine and Israel and providing…
US debt ceiling: Democrats and Republicans agree deal in principle, Joe Biden says
President Joe Biden and his Republican opponents have announced they have agreed in principle to raise the US debt ceiling and avert a default. President Joe Biden described the agreement as a “compromise”, while House Speaker Kevin McCarthy said it…
Failed Republican candidate arrested for shootings at Democrats’ homes
A failed US Republican candidate who authorities said was angry over his defeat and made baseless claims the election last November was “rigged” against him was arrested in connection with a series of drive-by shootings targeting the homes of Democratic…
US House in disorder amid popcorn and palace intrigue
By the time the House of Representatives adjourned late on Wednesday after Republicans failed on their sixth attempt to elect a new speaker, tempers had flared, a chorus of booing had erupted, and gleeful Democrats munched popcorn as turmoil engulfed…
Newly elected U.S. Congress to meet for the 1st time
Following elections in November 2022, the new United States (U.S.) Congress is due to convene for the first time on Tuesday. The Republicans took control of the House of Representatives, while in the Senate, President Joe Biden’s Democrats continue to…
Nancy Pelosi stands down as leader of US House Democrats
Nancy Pelosi, who has led Democrats in the US House of Representatives for almost two decades, has announced she is standing down from the role. The 82-year-old is the most powerful Democrat in Congress and the first woman to serve…
Democrats secure majority in US House of Representatives but by slimmer margin – AP
The Democratic Party has reportedly held its majority in the House of Representatives, despite suffering upsetting defeats in several individual races from GOP candidates. The Democrats have netted at least 218 seats in the House, which would allow them to…
Impeached Trump says Democrats ‘consumed with hatred’ (Vanguard)
US President Donald Trump railed against a Democratic Party “consumed with hatred” after he was impeached Wednesday for abuse of power and obstructing Congress. “While we’re creating jobs and fighting for Michigan, the radical Left in Congress is consumed with…
