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Dem lawmaker claims mercenary rebellion could represent 'unraveling' of Putin regime: 'Existential threat'

June 24, 2023

Dem lawmaker claims mercenary rebellion could represent 'unraveling' of Putin regime: 'Existential threat'

Rep. Gerry Connolly, D-Va., claimed that a rebellion against Russian military leadership staged by mercenary force Wagner Group could be the "unraveling" of Putin

Biden blasted for 'F-16' quip about gun rights advocates: 'Blatantly misrepresenting the Constitution'

June 23, 2023

Biden blasted for 'F-16' quip about gun rights advocates: 'Blatantly misrepresenting the Constitution'

President Biden catches flak from lawmakers for telling Second Amendment supporters they'd need an F-16 in order to take on the federal government.

Garland denies interfering with Hunter Biden probe in first comments since whistleblower claims released

June 23, 2023

Garland denies interfering with Hunter Biden probe in first comments since whistleblower claims released

Attorney General Merrick Garland denied whistleblower allegations that the Justice Department interfered with U.S. Attorney David Weiss' investigation into Hunter Biden.

Media runs cover for censured Adam Schiff after top Dem used news outlets to promote Russiagate

June 23, 2023

Media runs cover for censured Adam Schiff after top Dem used news outlets to promote Russiagate

Members of the liberal media have shielded Rep. Adam Schiff, D-Calif., from criticism after House Republicans voted to censure him for peddling the Russian collusion narrative.

Officials reveal behind-the-scenes decision to vent toxic chemicals after East Palestine train derailment

June 23, 2023

Officials reveal behind-the-scenes decision to vent toxic chemicals after East Palestine train derailment

A transportation oversight board reveals why railcars with the cancer-causing chemical vinyl chloride were burned in the aftermath of the East Palestine, Ohio, train derailment.

Hunter Biden used his father's name to extort Chinese business partner: IRS whistleblower

June 23, 2023

Hunter Biden used his father's name to extort Chinese business partner: IRS whistleblower

An IRS whistleblower told Congress that Hunter Biden invoked his father to pressure a Chinese business partner, and claimed the elder Biden was in the room while he was making deals.

Indian Muslim leader defends Modi amid 'Squad' criticism, human rights concerns

June 22, 2023

Indian Muslim leader defends Modi amid 'Squad' criticism, human rights concerns

Modi has faced criticism for his policies, which have allegedly and disproportionately targeted Muslim communities, which make up around 14% of the country's population.

DOJ, FBI, IRS interfered with Hunter Biden probe, according to whistleblower testimony released by GOP

June 22, 2023

DOJ, FBI, IRS interfered with Hunter Biden probe, according to whistleblower testimony released by GOP

The House Ways and Means Committee says IRS whistleblower testimony alleges "misconduct and government abuse" at the IRS and the FBI in the investigation of Hunter Biden.

House Democrat leader Hakeem Jeffries lashes out against GOP Oversight Chair James Comer

June 22, 2023

House Democrat leader Hakeem Jeffries lashes out against GOP Oversight Chair James Comer

House Democratic Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N,Y., accused GOP lawmakers investigating President Biden's family of acting "out of control and unhinged."

Congressional conservatives launch effort to prevent 'endless wars' with resolution on NATO treaty

June 22, 2023

Congressional conservatives launch effort to prevent 'endless wars' with resolution on NATO treaty

Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas, is leading congressional conservatives in a new push to prevent "endless wars."