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Former Rep. George Santos Pleads Guilty, Faces Up to 22 Years in Prison
Former Congressman George Santos, a once-rising Republican star whose political career was marred by scandal, pleaded guilty on Monday to federal charges of wire fraud and aggravated identity theft. The plea marks a dramatic reversal for the disgraced ex-lawmaker, who was poised to face trial next month on a 23-count indictment that accused him of a series of financial crimes and deceit. 
Former Congressman George Santos, a once-rising Republican star whose political career was marred by scandal, pleaded guilty on Monday to federal charges of wire fraud and aggravated identity theft. The plea marks a dramatic reversal for the disgraced ex-lawmaker, who was poised to face trial next month on a 23-count indictment that accused him of a series of financial crimes and deceit. -
2024 Democratic National Convention Begins: Key Speeches, Future Focus, and How to Watch
As the Democratic National Convention (DNC) begins in Chicago, the party is gearing up for a crucial election year, with a strong focus on the future and the goal of electing Kamala Harris as the next President of the United States. The convention, which runs from August 19 to August 22, features a packed schedule of events, speeches, and strategic planning sessions designed to rally the Democratic base and present a unified front. 
As the Democratic National Convention (DNC) begins in Chicago, the party is gearing up for a crucial election year, with a strong focus on the future and the goal of electing Kamala Harris as the next President of the United States. The convention, which runs from August 19 to August 22, features a packed schedule of events, speeches, and strategic planning sessions designed to rally the Democratic base and present a unified front. -
Thousands to Rally Against Israel as DNC Kicks Off in Chicago: Police Vow to Maintain Order
As the Democratic National Convention (DNC) descends on Chicago this week, the city is bracing for a wave of large-scale protests, with anti-Israel demonstrations expected to take center stage. 
As the Democratic National Convention (DNC) descends on Chicago this week, the city is bracing for a wave of large-scale protests, with anti-Israel demonstrations expected to take center stage. -
Senator Bob Menendez Ends Independent Senate Bid Following Bribery Conviction
Senator Bob Menendez, the embattled New Jersey Democrat, has officially withdrawn from his independent Senate reelection bid, marking a dramatic end to his long political career. Menendez, who was convicted on 16 felony charges last month, including bribery, obstruction of justice, and acting as a foreign agent, announced his decision to step down from his Senate seat on August 20. In a brief email to the New Jersey Division of Elections, the senator requested his name be removed from the November ballot, just hours before the deadline. 
Senator Bob Menendez, the embattled New Jersey Democrat, has officially withdrawn from his independent Senate reelection bid, marking a dramatic end to his long political career. Menendez, who was convicted on 16 felony charges last month, including bribery, obstruction of justice, and acting as a foreign agent, announced his decision to step down from his Senate seat on August 20. In a brief email to the New Jersey Division of Elections, the senator requested his name be removed from the November ballot, just hours before the deadline. -
SCOTUS Stalls Biden’s Title IX Rule, Sparking Fierce Debate Over LGBTQ+ Rights
The Supreme Court recently dealt a blow to the Biden administration's efforts to expand protections under Title IX, a federal law that prohibits sex-based discrimination in education. 
The Supreme Court recently dealt a blow to the Biden administration's efforts to expand protections under Title IX, a federal law that prohibits sex-based discrimination in education. -
Newsom Signs Landmark Bills Targeting Smash-and-Grab Robberies and Auto Thefts Amid Rising Retail Crime Concerns
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a sweeping package of legislation aimed at curbing the surge in smash-and-grab robberies and property crimes across the state. The bipartisan effort, which includes 10 new bills, seeks to impose stricter penalties on repeat offenders and dismantle organized reselling schemes, marking what Newsom described as "the most significant legislation to address property crime in modern California history." 
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a sweeping package of legislation aimed at curbing the surge in smash-and-grab robberies and property crimes across the state. The bipartisan effort, which includes 10 new bills, seeks to impose stricter penalties on repeat offenders and dismantle organized reselling schemes, marking what Newsom described as "the most significant legislation to address property crime in modern California history." -
Scaramucci Claims Trump Is 'Growing Darker' as He Faces Possible Election Defeat
As the 2024 presidential election draws closer, former President Donald Trump is reportedly grappling with the possibility of a second defeat, a reality that is said to be casting a shadow over his campaign. Anthony Scaramucci, who served briefly as Trump's White House communications director before becoming a vocal critic, recently weighed in on Trump's state of mind, suggesting that the former president is struggling to come to terms with the prospect of losing the upcoming election. 
As the 2024 presidential election draws closer, former President Donald Trump is reportedly grappling with the possibility of a second defeat, a reality that is said to be casting a shadow over his campaign. Anthony Scaramucci, who served briefly as Trump's White House communications director before becoming a vocal critic, recently weighed in on Trump's state of mind, suggesting that the former president is struggling to come to terms with the prospect of losing the upcoming election. -
Mar-a-Lago Revenue Soars to $56.9 Million as Trump Capitalizes on MAGA Events
Former President Donald Trump's financial disclosures reveal a significant uptick in revenue from his Mar-a-Lago resort, reflecting the increasing influence the Florida estate has within Republican circles. According to the latest filing, Mar-a-Lago generated $56.9 million in resort-related income this year, up from $52.3 million in the previous period. 
Former President Donald Trump's financial disclosures reveal a significant uptick in revenue from his Mar-a-Lago resort, reflecting the increasing influence the Florida estate has within Republican circles. According to the latest filing, Mar-a-Lago generated $56.9 million in resort-related income this year, up from $52.3 million in the previous period. -
Kamala Harris Promises Crackdown on Food Industry Mergers, Proposes Federal Ban on Grocery Price Gouging
Vice President Kamala Harris is sharpening her focus on high food prices, making it a central issue in her campaign as she prepares to unveil an economic policy speech in North Carolina. On Friday, Harris is expected to propose a federal ban on price gouging in the grocery sector, a move aimed at addressing one of the most pressing concerns for American voters-rising food costs. 
Vice President Kamala Harris is sharpening her focus on high food prices, making it a central issue in her campaign as she prepares to unveil an economic policy speech in North Carolina. On Friday, Harris is expected to propose a federal ban on price gouging in the grocery sector, a move aimed at addressing one of the most pressing concerns for American voters-rising food costs. -
Columbia University President Minouche Shafik Resigns Amid Campus Unrest Over Israel-Hamas War
Columbia University President Minouche Shafik announced her resignation on Wednesday, marking the end of a tumultuous tenure that saw the Ivy League institution gripped by intense protests over the Israel-Hamas war. Shafik, an Egyptian-born economist with an extensive background in global finance, cited the toll of recent events on her and her family as the primary reason for her departure. Her decision comes just months after widespread demonstrations on the Columbia campus led to significant criticism from both pro-Israel and pro-Palestinian groups. 
Columbia University President Minouche Shafik announced her resignation on Wednesday, marking the end of a tumultuous tenure that saw the Ivy League institution gripped by intense protests over the Israel-Hamas war. Shafik, an Egyptian-born economist with an extensive background in global finance, cited the toll of recent events on her and her family as the primary reason for her departure. Her decision comes just months after widespread demonstrations on the Columbia campus led to significant criticism from both pro-Israel and pro-Palestinian groups.
