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Court Ruling Challenges Biden's Efforts to Block Recording Release

Court Ruling Challenges Biden's Efforts to Block Recording Release

A federal appeals court in Washington, DC, has ruled against President Joe Biden's attempt to block the release of recordings from 2016 and 2017. The court determined that the public interest in the recordings, which feature Biden discussing his political life, outweighs his privacy claims. The tapes are sought by the Heritage Foundation and House Republicans, who argue they may reveal insights into Biden's health and memory. The court's decision allows Biden to appeal, delaying the immediate release of the recordings.

House Republicans Call for Investigation into Former Prosecutor Jack Smith

House Republicans Call for Investigation into Former Prosecutor Jack Smith

House Republicans are urging the Justice Department to investigate former special counsel Jack Smith, alleging he made false statements regarding his efforts to gather phone records of lawmakers. The call for a criminal investigation is part of a broader campaign by the Trump administration and its allies to scrutinize individuals who previously investigated President Trump. Smith, who oversaw criminal probes into Trump, has been a frequent target of criticism. The dispute centers on subpoenas issued for phone records and text messages from White House phones. Smith's lawyers assert that he provided truthful answers to Congress, while Republicans argue otherwise.

Journalists Call for White House Correspondents' Association to Defend Press Freedom at Rescheduled Dinner

Journalists Call for White House Correspondents' Association to Defend Press Freedom at Rescheduled Dinner

Hundreds of former journalists and eight press freedom groups have urged the White House Correspondents' Association to take a stand against the Trump administration's attacks on the media during its rescheduled dinner. The event, initially cut short due to a security incident, will now take place at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel in Washington, D.C. The letter, organized by former ABC News correspondent Lisa Stark and producer Ian Cameron, highlights recent subpoenas issued by the Justice Department to New York Times journalists and threats by President Trump to revoke broadcasters' licenses. The letter calls for the association to publicly defend journalists and resist efforts to undermine the First Amendment. President Trump has confirmed his attendance at the dinner, which he views as a sign of resilience.

Appeals Court Denies Biden's Attempt to Block Release of Ghostwriter Recordings in Special Counsel Probe

Appeals Court Denies Biden's Attempt to Block Release of Ghostwriter Recordings in Special Counsel Probe

A federal appeals court has denied former President Joe Biden's request to prevent the release of audio recordings and transcripts of interviews with his ghostwriter, Mark Zwonitzer. These materials were part of Special Counsel Robert Hur's investigation into Biden's handling of classified information. The court ruled that the public interest in the material outweighed Biden's privacy claims. The recordings, which were used in the investigation, highlighted Biden's diminished faculties and faulty memory. The Heritage Foundation had initially sued the Justice Department for these documents under the Freedom of Information Act. The court's decision is temporarily suspended until August 3, allowing Biden to consider further legal action.

The Latest: Republicans prepare to face voters as the bombing continues

The Latest: Republicans prepare to face voters as the bombing continues

The U.S. and Iran are back to bombing every day in a bid to control the Strait of Hormuz

House Republicans adopt $95 billion package for the Iran war and Trump's priorities

House Republicans adopt $95 billion package for the Iran war and Trump's priorities

The House adopted a Republican-only $95 billion budget proposal, a long-shot effort to fund the Iran war and other White House priorities

As the bombing resumes with no exit in sight, Republicans face more trouble

As the bombing resumes with no exit in sight, Republicans face more trouble

The U.S. and Iran are back to bombing every day in a bid to control the Strait of Hormuz

House Republican says Smith may have lied about Trump probe and refers him for possible prosecution

House Republican says Smith may have lied about Trump probe and refers him for possible prosecution

A key Republican lawmaker says he believes that special counsel Jack Smith may have lied to Congress while testifying about his investigation of President Donald Trump and that the Justice Department should consider prosecuting him

House Republican accuses Smith of lying about Trump probe and refers him for possible prosecution

House Republican accuses Smith of lying about Trump probe and refers him for possible prosecution

A key Republican lawmaker says he believes that special counsel Jack Smith may have lied to Congress while testifying about his investigation of President Donald Trump and that the Justice Department should consider prosecuting him

House Republicans Criticize Smithsonian's Focus on 'Oppressors and the Oppressed'

House Republicans Criticize Smithsonian's Focus on 'Oppressors and the Oppressed'

In a recent subcommittee hearing, House Republicans questioned Anthea Hartig, director of the National Museum of American History, over the museum's focus on themes of oppression and activism. The hearing, led by Rep. Tim Burchett, criticized the Smithsonian for allegedly promoting a 'woke ideology' and underemphasizing patriotic narratives. The GOP's comments align with criticisms from the Trump administration, which accused the museum of engaging in anti-white and transgender activism. Democrats countered these claims, defending the museum's role in representing diverse American histories and accusing Republicans of attempting to control historical narratives.