Politics

US Indicts Sinaloa Governor Rúben Rocha Moya for Cartel Conspiracy, Bribery on Wednesday

US prosecutors have charged Rúben Rocha Moya, the sitting Governor of Sinaloa, Mexico, and nine other officials with conspiring with the Sinaloa Cartel to traffic narcotics into the United States. Mexico's government disputes the evidence, creating a diplomatic challenge for President Claudia Sheinbaum.

Pete Hegseth Spars with US Lawmakers Over Iran War Spending, Minab School Strike

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth faced a contentious six-hour hearing before the House Armed Services Committee, clashing with Democratic lawmakers over the financial costs of the Iran conflict and the civilian casualties from a US-Israeli airstrike on a school in Minab.

Florida Lawmakers Approve Redistricting Map: Republicans Poised to Gain Four House Seats

Florida's legislature has passed new congressional district maps, a move expected to secure up to four additional House seats for Republicans in the November midterm elections. Governor Ron DeSantis is anticipated to sign the measure, intensifying the national redistricting battle.

P Péter Magyar Meets EU Leaders: Billions in Hungarian Funds Forthcoming, Brussels Confirms

House of Lords Abolishes 700-Year Hereditary Peer System; 92 Members Depart Parliament

The UK House of Lords has concluded its 700-year-old system of hereditary peers, with the final 92 members losing their right to sit. This move, enacted by a new law, fulfils a Labour manifesto pledge to complete the chamber's reform, though concerns persist regarding increased prime ministerial patronage.

James Comey Surrenders to Authorities Over Alleged Threat Against Donald Trump

Former FBI Director James Comey has surrendered to US authorities, facing charges related to an Instagram post that prosecutors allege threatened the life of President Donald Trump. This marks the second time the Justice Department has brought charges against Comey, who denies any wrongdoing and claims political motivation.

Madagascar Detains Former French Serviceman, Expels Diplomat Over Alleged 18 April Plot

Madagascar authorities have detained a former French serviceman and expelled a French diplomat, accusing them of involvement in a scheme to destabilise the island nation. The alleged plot, set for 18 April, reportedly included sabotaging infrastructure and inciting rebellion.

Donald Trump’s Public Attacks on Jerome Powell Intensify Amid Federal Reserve Transition

Donald Trump has repeatedly launched personal and professional criticisms against Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, particularly concerning interest rate policies and building renovation costs. The dynamic has seen Trump deploy a series of disparaging monikers for Powell, culminating in a federal criminal investigation into Powell's Senate testimony, which critics allege was politically motivated. Powell is set to be replaced by Trump's nominee, Kevin Warsh, following the cessation of the probe.

Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook Details Phased Abolition of England and Wales Leasehold System

Housing Minister Matthew Pennycook has clarified that Labour's manifesto commitment to end the leasehold system in England and Wales will be a methodical dismantling, not an immediate abolition of the five million existing leases. Speaking at the Institute for Government, Pennycook outlined a strategy to empower leaseholders through commonhold conversion and new regulatory caps on ground rents.