Putin Envoy Lands for Quiet U.S. Talks
Kirill Dmitriev is reportedly in Washington meeting Trump administration officials as Ukraine talks and sanctions relief on Russian oil sit on the same crowded desk.
Nicaragua Turns Up The Pressure
A new report says Nicaragua has stripped legal status from at least 18 Christian groups, seized property in some cases, and targeted clergy and nonprofits with growing force.
Peru’s Early Count Flips Expectations
With 25% of Peru's ballots counted, Rafael López Aliaga leads Keiko Fujimori in the first results. The early numbers point to a right-leaning race, but plenty of votes are still out.
Cardinals vs. Trump on 60 Minutes
Three American cardinals used a Sunday night TV interview to criticize President Trump, while supporters and critics argued over what the church should say about borders, abortion, and politics.
Berkeley Group Displays Trump-Hitler Poster
A Berkeley-linked bookstore showed up on campus with a Trump-Hitler poster and a ‘Mein Trumpf’ sign, then leaned on free-speech rules when asked about it.
Swalwell Nanny Scandal Lands at DHS
USCIS says it referred allegations tied to Eric Swalwell to DHS investigators. The complaint also questions nanny work authorization and campaign-paid childcare.
Porter’s Troubled Past Returns
Swalwell’s collapse has reshaped California’s governor race, and Katie Porter is now facing renewed scrutiny over old domestic dispute claims and workplace complaints.
Talarico’s Faith Gambit Raises Questions
Texas Democrats are trying to sell James Talarico as a faith-minded bridge to church voters. In a state that has not elected a Democrat statewide since 1994, the pitch is bold, and a little too polished for comfort.
Moore’s Media Fight Heats Up
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore is pushing back hard as reporting on his military record draws more scrutiny and a fresh media feud.
Biden Spotted Again in Ice Cream Shop
Joe Biden turned up at an LA ice cream shop with Jay Leno, and fresh clips from Delaware kept the public-appearance machine humming.