Blinken warns US will defend itself 'swiftly and decisively' against attacks by Iran or proxies
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken warned that while "the United States does not seek conflict with Iran," it will act to defend itself "swiftly and decisively" against attacks by Iran or its proxies, and called on United Nations member states to urge Iran not to become directly involved in the Israel-Hamas war.
2023-10-25 05:25
Who is Rep. Tom Emmer, the House GOP's new speaker nominee?
Rep. Tom Emmer, the House majority whip whose bid for House speaker was thrown into immediate jeopardy Tuesday afternoon, has tried to balance an at-times moderate voting record while trying to appeal to the Donald Trump-aligned base of the Republican Party.
2023-10-25 04:15
Tom Emmer: Republicans pick third nominee for House Speaker
But the Minnesota congressman may face difficulty winning votes from allies of ex-President Donald Trump.
2023-10-25 00:47
Trump campaign lawyer Jenna Ellis in court for possible guilty plea in Georgia case
Former Trump campaign lawyer Jenna Ellis arrived in Fulton County court Tuesday morning for what appears to be an unscheduled hearing in the Georgia election subversion case, an indication of a potential plea deal.
2023-10-24 21:58
Trump attorneys move to dismiss charges in federal election subversion case and to remove mentions of January 6 attack in indictment
In a slew of court filings late Monday, attorneys for Donald Trump filed several motions asking the judge overseeing the election subversion case in Washington, DC, to dismiss the charges against the former president on grounds that, among other things, they violate his First Amendment rights and are the product of a "selective and vindictive prosecution."
2023-10-24 18:25
Exclusive: Paul Whelan told Blinken being left out of prisoner swap with Russia painted a target on his back
Paul Whelan, an American who has been imprisoned in Russia for nearly five years, pressed Secretary of State Antony Blinken in a phone call in August to ensure that he is not left behind again, Whelan told CNN.
2023-10-24 18:18
House GOP gears up to pick new speaker nominee amid crowded field
House Republicans will meet Tuesday morning to pick a new speaker nominee from a crowded field, though it remains unclear whether any candidate can lock down the 217 votes needed to ultimately win the gavel.
2023-10-24 17:22
Michael Cohen to take stand in fraud trial of his former boss, Donald Trump
Michael Cohen and his former boss, Donald Trump, are expected to be face-to-face in a New York courtroom Tuesday as Cohen delivers testimony as part of the civil fraud case against the former president.
2023-10-24 17:16
One of the most important jobs in American politics has turned into a nightmare
Winning a majority party's nomination for speaker of the House of Representatives usually elevates a lawmaker into the pantheon of American political leaders.
2023-10-24 12:23
Trump compares himself to Nelson Mandela as he rails against criminal charges against him
Former President Donald Trump on Monday compared himself to Nelson Mandela, who spent 27 years in South African prisons before emerging to lead the nation out of decades of apartheid rule, as he railed against the numerous criminal charges against him.
2023-10-24 11:59
Tensions between Trump and RNC spill over into public view
Former President Donald Trump's decision to skip next month's third GOP presidential primary debate and instead hold a rivaling rally just up the road highlights how complicated -- and at times thorny -- the relationship between the Republican National Committee and the front-runner's team has become.
2023-10-24 09:22
Fact check: Trump falsely claims the US had no terrorist attacks during his presidency
Former President Donald Trump made numerous false claims in a campaign speech Monday in New Hampshire.
2023-10-24 08:54