Politics

The Supreme Court ruling that made it harder to convict public officials like Menendez for corruption

By Kenichi Serino

Experts say it’s harder today than it was a decade ago for prosecutors to build a political corruption case against lawmakers.

U.S. defense secretary meets Cambodian officials to push for stronger ties with Chinese ally

By Sopheng Cheang, Associated Press

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin met with Cambodian officials to discuss strengthening defense ties, including through a resumption of military training exchanges, de-mining training, and Cambodian participation in U.S. military education programs.

Slovenia becomes 4th European country to recognize Palestinian state after parliamentary vote

By Ali Zerdin, Associated Press

Slovenia has recognized a Palestinian state after the country's parliament voted in support of the move, following in the recent steps of Spain, Ireland and Norway.

The Kansas Supreme Court ruled that voting is not a fundamental right. Here's what that means

By Margery A. Beck, Associated Press

The ruling comes after a raft of election law changes in 2021 over the Democratic governor's veto amid false claims by some in the GOP that the 2020 presidential election wasn't valid.

DOJ claims releasing audio of Biden's special counsel interview could lead to deepfakes

By Alanna Durkin, Dan Merica, Associated Press

The Justice Department says it's concerned that releasing audio of President Joe Biden’s interview with a special counsel about his handling of classified documents could lead to deepfakes that trick Americans.

Philippines says China coast guard seized food dropped by plane for Filipino forces in disputed sea

By Jim Gomez, Associated Press

The Philippine military chief says the Chinese coast guard seized one of four food packs dropped by a plane for Filipino navy personnel at a territorial outpost that has been surrounded by Chinese vessels in the South China Sea.

Wisconsin attorney general charges Trump attorney and other allies in fake electors scheme

By Scott Bauer, Associated Press

Federal prosecutors, investigating his conduct related to the Jan. 6, 2021, U.S. Capitol riot, have also said the scheme originated in Wisconsin. Trump also faces charges in Georgia and has denied wrongdoing.

WATCH: Biden unveils plan to restrict asylum to help 'gain control' of border

By Seung Min Kim, Stephen Groves, Colleen Long, Associated Press

President Biden says he’s restricting asylum to help “gain control” of the U.S.-Mexico border.

WATCH: Garland slams attacks on the Justice Department, telling lawmakers 'I will not be intimidated'

By Alanna Durkin, Eric Tucker, Associated Press

His unusually fiery testimony amounted to a forceful defense of the independence and integrity of the Justice Department at an unprecedented moment in which it is prosecuting both Trump and President Joe Biden’s son.