President Trump’s first 24 hours in his second term showed his supporters’ hopes and his critics’ fears realized: a commitment to his most controversial policies. This became evident Monday when he fulfilled his promise to pardon those involved in the January 6th, 2021 Capitol attack. From the Oval Office, the President pardoned or commuted sentences […]
WASHINGTON — During Pete Hegseth’s Senate confirmation hearing for Secretary of Defense, senators received an affidavit alleging Hegseth’s abuse of his second wife, causing her to fear for her safety. Hegseth denies these claims. The affidavit, from Danielle Hegseth, the nominee’s former sister-in-law, asserts Hegseth’s unsuitability to lead the Defense Department. She initially reported her […]
A presidential executive order seeks to redefine U.S. citizenship. On his first day in office, President Trump issued an order challenging the long-held constitutional principle of birthright citizenship, a right established over 150 years ago. The order directs federal agencies to deny birthright citizenship to children born to undocumented parents. This also extends to children […]
As Trump moves to leave the Paris accord again, the initial consequences may resemble those of his prior withdrawal.
President Trump swiftly initiated actions to reverse U.S. climate change efforts. His initial executive orders included starting the withdrawal from the Paris Agreement, accelerating fossil fuel project approvals, and declaring an energy emergency. These measures aimed to boost the U.S. fossil fuel industry, embodying a “drill baby, drill” approach. “We will be a rich nation […]
President Trump’s second inaugural address perpetuated a national myth that has hindered America’s progress. He proclaimed the U.S. “history’s greatest civilization,” despite its significant inequality, even among Western democracies. Furthermore, despite a narrow election victory, he asserted national unity behind his agenda. However, a notable consensus exists: widespread pessimism regarding the American Dream. A WSJ/NORC […]
Ten days before the 2016 election, I joined Cecile Richards and other women’s group leaders in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, campaigning for Hillary Clinton. A large, enthusiastic crowd awaited in the town square, but Hillary’s arrival was delayed. This delay was due to FBI Director James Comey’s letter reopening the investigation into Hillary’s emails, creating significant […]
JERUSALEM — On Tuesday, Israel’s top military commander resigned, citing intelligence and security failures preceding Hamas’s surprise attack that ignited the Gaza war. Simultaneously, Israel launched a major military operation in Jenin, West Bank. According to the Palestinian Health Ministry, this operation resulted in at least six deaths and 35 injuries. Lt. Gen. Herzi Halevi, […]
President Donald Trump initiated a 90-day suspension of all U.S. foreign aid programs. This action, effective immediately, is intended to facilitate a review process aimed at ensuring alignment with his administration’s policy objectives. The immediate financial impact remains unclear. Significant portions of the aid funding are already allocated by Congress and may be legally obligated […]
WELLINGTON, New Zealand — During U.S. President Donald Trump’s inaugural address on Tuesday, his assertion that Americans split the atom sparked online debate among New Zealanders, who attributed the achievement to a highly regarded national scientist. Ernest Rutherford, a Nobel laureate known as the father of nuclear physics, is widely recognized for achieving the first […]
In a prisoner exchange between the U.S. and the Taliban, two American citizens were released in return for a Taliban member serving a life sentence in California for drug trafficking and terrorism, officials announced on Tuesday. This agreement coincided with the transfer of power from Joe Biden to returning President Donald Trump, following the 2021 […]
WASHINGTON — On his first day back in office, President Donald Trump granted pardons or commuted sentences to over 1,500 individuals charged in connection with the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot. This sweeping act of clemency included those convicted of seditious conspiracy and assaulting law enforcement officers, effectively overturning a significant prosecution related to the […]
Global leaders from various sectors—business, technology, politics, and entertainment—converged at the TIME100 Davos Dinner, marking the commencement of the World Economic Forum’s 55th annual meeting on January 20th. Aligned with this year’s theme, “Collaboration for the Intelligent Age,” Dario Amodei, CEO and co-founder of Anthropic, an AI firm, engaged in a discussion with TIME editor-in-chief […]
This article is part of The D.C. Brief, TIME’s politics newsletter. Sign up to get stories like this sent to your inbox. President Donald Trump delivered his second inaugural address, painting a bleak picture of the nation. He then addressed supporters with an unscripted speech filled with grievances, boasts, and theatrical flourishes—a speech, he claimed, […]
Immediately upon assuming office, President Trump initiated a series of stringent measures to curb illegal border crossings and commence the deportation of unauthorized immigrants residing in the U.S. These policy shifts, anticipated early in his second term, followed a campaign pledge to undertake the largest deportation effort in the nation’s history. On Monday, Trump declared […]
Donald Trump’s swearing-in as the 47th President will take place indoors at the Capitol Rotunda due to extreme cold weather in Washington, D.C. The usual expansive Capitol backdrop and crowded National Mall will be absent this year. A livestream of the event and the presidential parade will be available for supporters at Capital One Arena, […]
Chief Justice John Roberts administered the oath of office, ushering in Donald Trump’s second term as U.S. President and JD Vance’s as Vice President. The Inauguration Ceremony concluded with President Trump’s inaugural address. Trump and Vance succeeded President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.
WASHINGTON — In a final act of his presidency, President Joe Biden granted pardons to Dr. Anthony Fauci, retired General Mark Milley, and members of the House committee that investigated the January 6th Capitol attack. This extraordinary use of executive power aims to prevent potential retribution from the incoming Trump administration. Biden’s action follows warnings […]
Donald Trump’s second presidential inauguration ceremony will take place on Monday, January 20th. This marks the commencement of his second, non-consecutive term as President, making him the first individual to hold the office twice in separate terms. Due to a predicted severe cold snap in Washington, D.C., the Inauguration has been relocated to the U.S. […]
WASHINGTON — Bitcoin’s value soared past $109,000 early Monday, shortly before President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration, fueled by cryptocurrency industry optimism regarding his impending pro-crypto policies. Once a bitcoin skeptic, Trump has become a fervent supporter of digital currencies. He’s launched a cryptocurrency venture and pledged to swiftly transform the U.S. into a global crypto hub. […]