Africa at Crossroads After $13 Billion US Aid Cut, Say Analysts

JOHANNESBURG—African countries reacted with shock when the U.S. government recently cut $13 billion in financial assistance. But analysts said the move could spur those countries toward better governance, and even critics said it shines a spotlight on the most corrupt nations on the planet. In fiscal year 2024, the U.S. government gave almost $13 billion

World Autism Awareness Day, 2025

BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION On World Autism Awareness Day, we recognize the millions of Americans living with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).  Their proud perseverance in overcoming tremendous hurdles is emblematic of the strength and grit that makes America great.  The First Lady and I extend our heartfelt appreciation

Senators Paul, Merkley Press Trump Admin to Explain Thinking on Houthi Strikes

The senators argued the Trump administration should consult with Congress before involving U.S. forces in foreign conflicts. After more than two weeks of U.S. strikes across Yemen, Sens. Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) and Rand Paul (R-Ky.) have called on the Trump administration to explain its decision-making and lay out a clear strategy for how this new

Watch Live: NYC Mayor Eric Adams speaks out after corruption case is dropped

New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ historic federal corruption case has been dropped. Judge Dale Ho has agreed to the U.S. Department of Justice’s request to drop the charges against Adams, but he did so “with prejudice.” That means Adams cannot be re-tried on the same charges at a later time – a stipulation the Justice Department

Israel Launches Major Ground Offensive in Rafah, Targeting Hamas

The Israel Defense Forces launched a major ground offensive Wednesday in the southern Gaza city of Rafah, as it expands its campaign to dismantle Hamas following the collapse of a two-month ceasefire, Defense Minister Israel Katz announced. Katz said the IDF is working to “clear the area of terrorists and terror infrastructure, and to seize