In Washington, D.C., on the eve of President Trump’s inauguration, China’s Vice President Han Zheng met with the U.S. vice president-elect and prominent American business leaders. These discussions addressed ongoing trade and technological tensions between the two nations. According to Trump’s transition team, Han Zheng, serving as an envoy for President Xi Jinping at the […]
Addressing a large and enthusiastic crowd at Washington, D.C.’s Capital One Arena on Sunday, Donald Trump exuded confidence, declaring “We won!” He promised significant policy changes within his first few hours as President. Trump reiterated his campaign pledges, including intensified deportations and increased oil drilling. He indicated his intention to implement these and other measures. […]
On Saturday, January 18th, many U.S. TikTok influencers found their app inaccessible, displaying a message citing a new U.S. law banning TikTok. This led to considerable uncertainty and unease among prominent TikTok users as they sought alternative ways to engage with their audiences. TikTok subsequently announced a temporary reprieve, allowing continued access for existing users. […]
Economic anxieties have fueled widespread resentment—a key finding of our research. We’ve observed a significant shift in public opinion, moving beyond political division to assertive self-interest advocacy. Recent elections globally saw citizens protesting against businesses, governments, and the wealthy. Incumbent governments in several Western democracies, including the U.S., U.K., France, Germany, and Canada, were ousted. […]
The tradition of U.S. presidents taking the oath of office with a hand on a Bible continues. This practice stems from the inaugural ceremony of the first President. The reason for this is simply long-standing custom. According to the White House Historical Association, George Washington, the nation’s first president, established this practice in 1789. Numerous […]
When Russia invaded Ukraine almost three years ago, President Biden established three U.S. response objectives. A Ukrainian victory wasn’t among them. The White House’s “supporting Ukraine for as long as it takes” statement was deliberately ambiguous, leaving the duration’s purpose unclear. “We intentionally avoided specifying territorial boundaries,” explains Eric Green, a former Biden National Security […]
Overshadowed by the excitement surrounding Donald J. Trump’s second Inauguration—the last-minute venue changes, the celebrations, and the $170 million raised from donors—is the core purpose of the event. In 1787, the Constitutional Convention included a requirement that the President, before assuming office, recite the oath: “I do solemnly swear (or affirm) that I will faithfully […]
This article is part of The D.C. Brief, TIME’s politics newsletter. Sign up to get stories like this sent to your inbox. Since the election, Mary Kramer, a Baltimore healthcare worker, has largely avoided the news, only briefly tuning in for President Carter’s funeral. She describes her feelings about President-elect Trump’s return to power using […]
President-elect Donald Trump indicated on Saturday a high probability of granting TikTok a 90-day extension to finalize a deal preventing a U.S. ban. In an NBC News interview, Trump stated that while he hadn’t made a final decision, he was considering this reprieve after his inauguration on Monday. A law barring mobile app stores and […]
WASHINGTON — Uncertainty surrounds the leadership of the Pentagon and military branches as top officials vacate their positions on Monday, coinciding with President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration. As of Friday, the incoming administration hadn’t publicly named an acting defense secretary. Military chiefs of the Army, Navy, and Air Force are prepared to temporarily assume the roles […]
(To get this story in your inbox, subscribe to the TIME CO2 Leadership Report newsletter .) My work covering climate change has taken me to various communities globally impacted by climate-related disasters, including drought-stricken Costa Rica. Recently, I returned to Los Angeles, where my family lost our home and a significant portion of our community […]
The current wildfires constitute a multifaceted crisis impacting Los Angeles’s economy, emotional well-being, and social structure for years to come. Even after the fires are extinguished, their consequences—homelessness, job losses, and instability—will persist. As we assess the damage, we must consider Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s question during times of upheaval: “Where do we go […]
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine announced Friday that Republican Lt. Gov. Jon Husted will fill the U.S. Senate seat vacated by Vice President-elect J.D. Vance. Governor DeWine’s decision concludes a period of intense competition among Ohio Republicans for the Senate position, which Vance held for less than two years before his resignation on January 10th. Appointing […]
Warning: This post contains spoilers for Wolf Man. Upon its February 2020 release, the horror-thriller remake was lauded as a clever reimagining of the original, offering a fresh perspective. Universal’s latest attempt to modernize its classic monster franchise, Wolf Man, explores themes of toxic masculinity and intergenerational trauma. However, the film struggles to reconcile its […]
Following the Supreme Court’s affirmation of the TikTok ban, President-elect Trump now holds the app’s fate. The Biden administration declared it wouldn’t enforce the ban, scheduled for January 19th, the day before Trump’s inauguration. Trump stated on Truth Social, “The Supreme Court ruling was anticipated, and everyone must respect it. My decision on TikTok will […]
President Trump’s second inauguration will be held indoors due to sub-20-degree Fahrenheit temperatures and a wind chill making it feel like single digits in Washington, D.C. on Monday. Trump will be sworn in as the 47th U.S. President inside the U.S. Capitol Rotunda, with the inaugural parade taking place at the Capital One Arena. He […]
Donald Trump’s swearing-in as President will occur on Monday, January 20th. Inauguration Day, held every four years at the U.S. Capitol Building in Washington, D.C., falls on January 20th. If January 20th is a Sunday, the oath of office is administered privately that day, with the public inauguration following on January 21st, according to Shannon […]
Thousands of firefighters, first responders, and National Guard personnel are battling devastating Los Angeles wildfires, among the worst in California’s history. The Palisades and Eaton Fires, burning for ten days, have destroyed 12,000 structures, claimed at least 27 lives, and scorched nearly 40,000 acres (including smaller, extinguished fires). These rank as the second and fourth […]
After fifteen months of conflict, the ceasefire brings immense relief to Palestinians, Israelis, and the wider Middle East. The agreement, however, is limited in scope, encompassing a small area and primarily consisting of a pause in hostilities, prisoner exchanges, and a partial Israeli withdrawal. Considering Israel’s fragile coalition and the deep divisions between the warring […]
After 467 days, a ceasefire and hostage release agreement between Israel and Hamas brought relief to millions of Israelis. The deal, beginning Sunday, will see the release of 33 Israeli hostages from Gaza over 42 days. Further releases are contingent on a permanent ceasefire in the second phase. This marked the first glimmer of hope […]