A closely watched case before the U.S. Supreme Court could reshape election administration across the country, including in California and more than a dozen other states that allow certain mail ballots to be counted after Election Day. The case, Watson v. Republican National Committee, focuses on whether federal law permits states to count ballots that … Read more
Peace talks between the United States and Iran have reportedly hit a hurdle, as Tehran has made the release of $24 billion in frozen assets a condition for any agreement. A source familiar with Iran’s negotiation team told Tasnim News Agency that this funding issue is central to the memorandum of understanding under discussion. Iran’s … Read more
A heated exchange on Capitol Hill on Thursday drew attention after Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) confronted a reporter from Lindell TV during an impromptu interview. The discussion centered on questions related to the January 6 Capitol attack and the former House Speaker’s decisions regarding National Guard deployment. The exchange began when reporter Alison Steinberg asked … Read more
President Donald Trump has indicated that he wants Acting Director of National Intelligence Bill Pulte to begin implementing changes within the U.S. intelligence community while serving in the temporary leadership role. Pulte assumed the position following the departure of former Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard and is currently serving under federal vacancy provisions that … Read more
Oil prices moved lower on Wednesday after President Donald Trump said negotiations with Iran had entered the “final stages,” raising hopes among investors that tensions in the Middle East could ease. Markets responded positively to signs of potential diplomatic progress, which could help stabilize global energy supplies and reduce pressure on fuel markets. U.S. benchmark … Read more
Two federal researchers have been arrested by the FBI on charges related to illegally transporting biological samples into the United States. The scientists, affiliated with the National Institutes of Health (NIH), are accused of attempting to bring in materials connected to a viral outbreak overseas without proper documentation. Both face additional allegations of making false … Read more
The race for the second spot in Los Angeles’ mayoral runoff remains highly competitive as election officials continue counting mail-in ballots. While Mayor Karen Bass has maintained a strong lead and appears positioned to advance to the general election, the contest for second place remains too close to call. Recent ballot updates showed Bass receiving … Read more
Former U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra has secured a place in California’s November gubernatorial election, according to election projections released Friday. His advancement ensures that Democrats will have representation on the general election ballot despite a competitive primary field featuring multiple candidates from both major parties. Becerra emerged as one of the … Read more
In early 2026, several restaurant owners across the United States publicly expressed concerns about federal immigration enforcement policies. Some businesses participated in demonstrations, fundraising efforts, and awareness campaigns aimed at supporting immigrant communities and advocacy organizations. One example came from Kingston, New York, where a local restaurant and cocktail bar displayed a sign expressing solidarity … Read more
A recent public opinion survey has generated discussion among political observers after showing former Ohio Senator Sherrod Brown with a lead over Senator Jon Husted in a potential U.S. Senate special election matchup. The findings have attracted attention because Ohio has consistently supported Republican presidential candidates in recent election cycles. Ohio has been considered a … Read more
