Trump Taps Will Scharf as White House Counsel, Replacing Warrington
President Trump names Will Scharf as new White House counsel, replacing David Warrington, effective Sept. 1.
Polity & Governance
Iran's President Meets Supreme Leader Khamenei, State Media Says
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian met Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei in late July, state media reported, amid ongoing questions about the leader's public profile.
Myanmar junta rejects ASEAN call to free Suu Kyi, questions envoy role
Myanmar's junta rejects ASEAN's demand to release Aung San Suu Kyi and questions the need for a special envoy, citing legal procedures.
Kosovo opposition MP hurls eggs at acting PM during parliament session
An opposition lawmaker threw eggs at Kosovo's acting PM Albin Kurti during a parliamentary session in Pristina on Saturday.
Colombia's New President Abelardo de la Espriella Sworn In in Cali
Abelardo de la Espriella took office as Colombia's president in Cali, the first such ceremony outside Bogota, pledging a hardline security approach.
California weighs fines for influencers who hide paid political posts
California may fine influencers who fail to disclose paid political content, as creator ads reshape campaign outreach.
Petro Leaves Palace as Colombia's New President Takes Office in Cali
Gustavo Petro left Colombia's presidential palace as supporters protested, after Abelardo de la Espriella was sworn in as president in Cali.
Colombia's New President Vows Hard Line on Crime in Cali Inauguration
Colombia's new president, Abelardo de la Espriella, was sworn in in Cali, vowing to tackle crime and abandon negotiations with armed groups.
Colombia's New President Sworn In Amid Heavy Security in Cali
Abelardo de la Espriella was inaugurated as Colombia's president in Cali, with regional and international leaders in attendance.
Colombia's New President Vows Crackdown on Crime and Fiscal Discipline
Colombia's new right-wing president, Abelardo De La Espriella, was sworn in, pledging a firm crackdown on crime and austerity measures.
Court Blocks White House Ballroom; Senators Split on Project
A federal appeals court halts the $400 million White House ballroom project, drawing sharply divided reactions from senators.
Trump's New Birthright Citizenship Orders Face Likely Legal Hurdles
Trump's new executive orders on birthright citizenship target birth tourism and expand exclusions, but legal experts say they face an uphill battle after a June Supreme Court ruling.
Justice Alito Ends Retirement Speculation, Confirms Another Term
Justice Samuel Alito confirms he will serve another term on the Supreme Court, quashing retirement rumors that spiked in June.
White House renews push to oust Fed Governor Lisa Cook
White House renews effort to fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook, citing mortgage fraud allegations; she has until August 26 to respond.
Armenian Church Leader Appears in Court as Clergy-Government Rift Deepens
Armenia's top cleric faces trial over a defrocking dispute, escalating a long-running conflict with Prime Minister Pashinyan's government.
White House renews bid to oust Fed Governor Lisa Cook
The White House has told Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook that President Trump is considering her removal, following a Supreme Court ruling that blocked an earlier attempt.
Japan's New Defense Paper Signals Push Toward Military Power, Expert Warns
A Japanese defense white paper reflects the Takaichi administration's push toward conventional military power, says a Seoul-based expert.
Russia's Top Court to Hear Bid to Block Anti-War Party From Election
Russia's Supreme Court will consider a suit to bar anti-war party Yabloko from September elections, filed by pro-Kremlin party Rodina.
Colombia's New President Sworn In in Cali, Vowing Hard Line on Armed Groups
Colombia's new president, Abelardo de la Espriella, was sworn in in Cali, signaling a hard-line approach to armed groups.
Colombia's De La Espriella Sworn In on Security Crackdown Pledge
Abelardo De La Espriella becomes Colombia's president, vowing security crackdowns and economic reform in a historic Cali inauguration.