Trump leaves hospital after assassination attempt at rally Donald Trump has returned to his home in New Jersey after he was injured in an attempted assassination at a rally on Saturday. Shots were heard as the former president, running for re-election in November, was speaking at an event in Pennsylvania. Trump was seen touching his ear before dropping to the ground. Secret Service agents then swarmed the former president. Trump, who emerged with a bloodied…
UK Daily Trending stories Trending – Joe Biden press conference reaction A popular trending story across the UK and global trends is the reaction to the unscripted press conference Joe Biden held yesterday. The move was an attempt to reassure US voters of the 81-year-old president’s mental fitness for the job as he seeks re-election in November 2024. After several gaffes during the press conference – including introducing the Ukrainian president as ‘President Putin’ and calling…
Texas hospitals filling up amid extreme heat and power cuts Hospitals in Houston are filling up as Hurricane Beryl has left over a million people without electricity during a deadly heat wave. Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick announced that the city’s football stadium has been turned into a “transitional facility” to accommodate overflow from hospitals. The power outages have made it difficult to discharge patients, as many cannot return home without electricity. Temperatures in the…
Joe Biden press conference: ‘Won’t drop out of the race’ – in gaffe-marred address President Joe Biden faced a critical moment at his Thursday night press conference, held to mark the end of a NATO summit. This was his first unscripted appearance since a poor debate performance against Donald Trump, which led to some Democratic leaders urging him to step down from the presidential race. Despite ongoing concerns about his age and ability to serve…
George Clooney says Biden must exit US presidential race. As one of the Democratic Party’s leading fundraisers, on Wednesday made a plea for US President Joe Biden to end his faltering reelection campaign. Clooney says Biden must exit US presidential race He wasn’t even the Joe Biden of 2020 George Clooney Clooney — a member of a group of Hollywood elite that provides key support to the Democrats and joined a growing list of public figures calling…
The GOP-led House Oversight Committee has subpoenaed three senior White House aides, demanding that they sit for depositions concerning President Biden’s mental state. Fox News confirmed that the subpoena includes first lady Jill Biden’s top aide, Anthony Bernal, deputy chief of staff Annie Tomasini and senior adviser Ashley Williams. In a press release, House Oversight Committee Chair James Comer, R-Ky., called for accountability within the White House. “The White House has shielded three key aides from…
Hurricane Beryl kills seven and cuts power for millions At least seven people have died after Hurricane Beryl hit southeast Texas and Louisiana, causing widespread power outages for nearly three million people. Initially a category one hurricane, Beryl has since weakened to a tropical depression. The storm brought destructive winds, heavy rain, and dangerous storm surges, leading to more than 1,100 flight cancellations at Houston’s main airport. In Texas, 2.6 million residents were left without…
White House fights back against doubts on Biden fitness The White House has dismissed concerns about Joe Biden’s mental fitness, with the 81-year-old president challenging critics to either oppose him or support his candidacy. Biden made a rare call to a cable news show, emphatically stating, “I am not going anywhere.” At a press conference, White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre refuted claims that Biden is suffering from an undisclosed illness. Speculation about his health,…
Long Island man indicted for allegedly chopping woman up with ax, spreading remains across 3 locations Long Island man indicted for allegedly chopping woman up with ax. He was indicted for dismembering the body of a woman and allegedly discarding the remains across three locations in Patchogue. The Suffolk County District Attorney Raymond A. Tierney announced on Monday that Gary Cowell, 72, of Patchogue, was indicted for unlawful concealment of a human corpse and tampering…
Joe Biden’s Fourth of July military gaffe backfires as the President makes another blunder. President Biden claimed Thursday he’s been “in and out of battles” while addressing an audience of military service members and their families at Thursday’s White House Fourth of July Barbecue. “And by the way, I’ve been all over the world with you. I’ve been in and out of battles,” The president said, who never served in the military. But has done his…
Joe Biden says he ‘screwed up’ debate but vows to stay in election President Joe Biden acknowledged his underwhelming performance in last week’s debate against Donald Trump, admitting he “screwed up.” In an interview with a Wisconsin radio station, Biden called it a “mistake” but urged voters to focus on his achievements in the White House. Amid growing speculation about his candidacy, Biden reassured senior Democrats and campaign staff, including state governors, of his commitment…
Nearly 30,000 evacuated from California wildfires Tens of thousands of residents in Northern California have been ordered to evacuate as wildfires spread during a severe heatwave. The Thompson Fire, which ignited two days ago, has prompted evacuation orders for about 28,000 people, according to CalFire. With temperatures soaring to 118°F (47°C) in some regions, dangerously hot weather is expected to persist until early next week. So far, no fatalities have been reported, but 74 structures…
Biden rejects calls to drop out of presidential race US President Joe Biden reassured senior Democrats and his campaign team on Wednesday, confirming his commitment to running for re-election despite a challenging debate performance against Donald Trump. At a private lunch with Vice-President Kamala Harris and later in a broader campaign call, Biden emphasised, “I’m the nominee of the Democratic Party. No one’s pushing me out. I’m not leaving,” according to a source. Concerns about…
President Joe Biden blames jet lag and travel for poor debate performance President Joe Biden said his lacklustre debate performance last week was due to jet lag, admitting he “wasn’t very smart” for travelling extensively before the event. He acknowledged nearly falling asleep on stage and not heeding his staff’s advice to rest. Biden’s comments come amid concerns about his mental fitness within his party, following his debate with former President Donald Trump. Texas Congressman…
Doggett calls for Biden to withdraw US Politics explosive action coming form inside the house as Rep Doggett calls for Biden to withdraw. That along with all the other main headlines coming your way in Today’s Politics briefing. A summary with the latest political news from Washington D.C. and updates from the 2024 campaign trail. Here’s a quick view of what’s been happening… – White House staffers are reported to be literally afraid of President Biden -…
Trump asks for hush money conviction to be overturned Donald Trump’s lawyers have asked to overturn his conviction in the hush money case and delay his sentencing, citing a recent Supreme Court ruling. In May, Trump was convicted on 34 counts of falsifying business records, with sentencing set for July 11. His lawyers argue that the records, signed during his presidency in 2017, should be considered official actions, now protected by the Supreme Court’s ruling…
Supreme Court historic decision granting Donald Trump immunity After the Supreme Court’s decision on presidential immunity, Donald Trump celebrated on social media, calling it a “big win for our constitution and democracy.” Though Trump didn’t get all the protections he wanted, the ruling delayed his trial until after the November election. The six conservative justices’ decision weakened the federal case against Trump for trying to overturn the 2020 election results. Special Prosecutor Jack Smith’s team…
Presidential debates have changed television and they have evolved over the years as we explore how a presidential debate is won. How presidential debates have evolved In the United States, at least in some regions, it has become a must-see TV. At the time of Nixon, it began as a patriotic event and now in 2024, it has become a hot gunslinger saloon. The best quips now not only make the headlines but also make…
The United States Supreme Court rules Trump has some immunity from prosecution to the euphoria of his supporters. The US Supreme Court issues a long-awaited ruling on whether Donald Trump is immune from prosecution for official actions taken while in office. Dissenting justice: President is now a king above the law Justice Sonia Sotomayor, joined by Justices Elena Kagan and Ketanji Brown Jackson, dissented the opinion. Justice Sotomayor called the consequences of the court’s decision…
Caribbean braces as Hurricane Beryl strengthens Caribbean nations are urging residents to prepare for a powerful and potentially deadly hurricane which is rapidly intensifying as it approaches the islands. Beryl, the first named hurricane of the season, is expected to hit several islands late on Sunday. Forecasters warn it could become a category four storm, with winds up to 155mph (250km/h) and storm surges between 6-10ft (1.8-3m). The storm is anticipated to strengthen further, threatening…
Another mysterious monolith appears in Colorado – and this time on a dairy farm causing a frenzy on social media users who suspect UFO activity. Lori Graves, the owner of Morning Fresh Dairy Farm in Bellvue, told local station KDVR she has no idea how the 8-foot tall, 4-foot wide, and 8-inch deep shiny structure ended up on her property. Bellvue is a small town located in Pleasant Valley. A narrow valley based near the…
Key Points Oklahoma orders schools to teach Bible immediately Oklahoma’s top education official, Ryan Walters, has mandated the inclusion of the Bible in lessons for public school students aged 11-18, sparking a new cultural debate over religion in education. Walters, a Republican and former history teacher, emphasised the Bible’s historical and cultural significance, asserting that its inclusion is essential for understanding the nation’s foundations. It comes after a recent law in Louisiana stated that public…
Key Points Supreme Court allows emergency abortions in Idaho The Supreme Court has dismissed an abortion case from Idaho, providing a temporary win for abortion rights supporters by allowing women to receive emergency abortions despite the state’s near-total ban. However, the justices did not address the core issue of whether a federal law requiring hospitals to provide stabilising treatment in emergencies overrides Idaho’s abortion ban, which only has an exception for the life, not the…
Key Points Trump v Biden in the first 2024 presidential debate: Biden stumbles amid growing concern over his age Joe Biden’s debate performance on Thursday night heightened concerns about his age and fitness for office. Despite low expectations, Biden’s performance was notably lacklustre. He appeared flat, rambled through answers, and struggled with clarity. His campaign attributed his raspy voice to a cold, but this explanation seemed insufficient. Throughout the debate, Biden often seemed on the…
Idaho abortions: Supreme Court briefly leaks opinion allowing Idaho abortions In a surprising development, the US Supreme Court accidentally leaked a significant opinion on abortion rights, suggesting it may be ready to overturn part of Idaho’s near-total abortion ban. The leak indicates that justices will rule against Idaho’s ability to deny emergency abortions to women whose health is in danger. A document briefly appeared on the court’s website before being swiftly removed. According to this…
