Biden, Joe
US President-elect Joe Biden has emphasized the importance of tackling the Covid-19 pandemic and confirming his Cabinet nominees, despite the impending Senate impeachment trial of outgoing President Donald Trump. As the Senate gears up for the trial, Biden is urging lawmakers to balance their constitutional responsibilities with the pressing needs
U.S. Capitol Insurrection, 2021
Violence broke out at the US Capitol this week, as pro-Trump extremists breached the building, resulting in at least five deaths, including a US Capitol police officer. Meanwhile, new coronavirus cases have surged in the US, with over 4,000 deaths in a single day on January 7, making it
Trump, Donald
Tensions ran high in the House of Representatives during the debate over Pennsylvania's electoral vote, with Rep. Conor Lamb's impassioned speech nearly causing a confrontation between two lawmakers. Lamb accused GOP objectors to President-elect Joe Biden's win of being inspired by lies and repeating
U.S. Capitol Insurrection, 2021
President Donald Trump's determination to speak at a rally near the US Capitol on Wednesday has sparked concerns among his aides about the potential for volatile scenes, but Trump was resolute in his decision. He took the stage, exhorting his followers to "remain peaceful" as television
Trump, Donald
In a joint session of Congress this Wednesday, Vice President Mike Pence will announce the final electoral vote count, certifying Joe Biden as the President-elect and Kamala Harris as the Vice President-elect. However, this ceremonial event is shrouded in controversy, with President Donald Trump refusing to concede the election and
Biden, Joe
As the Electoral College is set to vote for President-elect Joseph R. Biden Jr. on Monday, the attorneys general of Pennsylvania, Michigan, Wisconsin, and Georgia filed blistering briefs with the Supreme Court, urging it to reject the Texas lawsuit seeking to overturn their election results. The lawsuit, backed by Republican
Biden, Joe
Four Republican congressmen in the Washington region have signed an amicus brief in support of a Texas lawsuit that seeks to invalidate election results in four battleground states. The lawsuit, filed by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, argues that voting laws were unlawfully changed before the election and asks the
Biden, Joe
President Trump is still fighting the outcome of the election, but his options are dwindling as states certify their results and courts reject his lawsuits. Despite his efforts, the path to overturning the election results has become increasingly narrow. Key Takeaways: * The Trump campaign is requesting a recount in Wisconsin,
Biden, Joe
As President-elect Joe Biden prepares to take office on January 20, Twitter and Facebook are set to transfer the digital keys to the @POTUS handle and other official social media accounts, paving the way for Biden to take control of the nation's online presence. The transfer will occur
Trump, Donald
The US economic recovery is in dire need of additional support from the federal government, with the pandemic surging and new unemployment claims stuck at nearly 900,000 per week. President Trump's sudden shift in stance on economic stimulus funding has brought some progress in negotiations with House
Trump, Donald
As the US-China relationship deteriorates with each passing day, analysts warn that the outcome of next month's presidential election will have far-reaching implications. China's state council adviser, Wang Huiyao, believes Joe Biden's inclination towards multilateralism could lead to a less intense world, while Donald
Epidemics
President Trump's health has been a topic of growing concern, with key figures like Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Dr. Rick Bright expressing worry about his fitness to govern. Trump's actions, including pulling out of a virtual debate with Joe Biden and making contradictory statements on the
