Kamala Harris’s early political career got a boost from her then-boyfriend, Willie Brown, a powerful California politician three decades her senior. In 1994, he appointed her to well-paying state commissions, sparking controversy due to her lack of experience and their romantic relationship. This intriguing start to her career included missing
When Donald Trump chose JD Vance as his running mate, he brought the first millennial onto a presidential ticket, a self-proclaimed Lord of the Rings superfan whose conservative views are shaped by Tolkien’s fantasy world. Vance’s admiration for Tolkien’s epic tales mirrors his own political journey and worldview, from naming
Timothy Mellon, a reclusive billionaire from the historic Mellon family, is shaking up the 2024 election with his staggering $115 million in donations to Republican and conservative causes. Despite his massive influence, Mellon remains a mystery, avoiding the spotlight and rarely speaking to the media. He’s given huge sums to
Former President Donald Trump narrowly escaped an assassination attempt during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, when a gunman named Thomas Matthew Crooks opened fire, injuring Trump and killing one attendee. The shocking incident, which marks the most serious threat to a presidential candidate since Ronald Reagan’s assassination attempt in 1981,
France’s left-wing New Popular Front (NPF), now the largest group in parliament, is pushing for a prime minister who will enact their ambitious agenda, including a new wealth tax and petrol price controls. Despite not having an outright majority, the NPF aims to implement policies like raising the minimum wage,
In a shocking op-ed, a Huffington Post writer suggests that President Biden’s campaign should consider using artificial intelligence to deceive voters into believing he’s fitter and healthier than he is. The writer argues that the stakes of the election justify such deception, proposing AI-generated videos to present a smoother, more
As France gears up for crucial elections, tensions escalate between President Emmanuel Macron and Marine Le Pen of the National Rally party. Le Pen accuses Macron of orchestrating last-minute administrative appointments to thwart her party’s potential victory, dubbing it an “administrative coup d’état.” Macron’s office denies the allegations, dismissing them
President Joe Biden, backed by his family and advisors, is launching a major PR campaign to counter calls for him to drop his re-election bid after a disastrous debate raised concerns about his cognitive health. Despite internal party doubts, Biden is determined to stay in the race, and his team
At the Libertarian National Convention, Trump pledges to shield Bitcoin holders from Senator Elizabeth Warren’s influence, emphasizing his support for self-custody and opposition to CBDC creation. Four percent of Americans possess Bitcoin. Although there are more Americans over 65 than under that number, how frequently do politicians discuss issues about