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As the U.S. presidential election results are being certified, states face scrutiny over their vote-counting processes. California, in particular, has a significant number of ballots left to count, raising concerns about transparency and potential misinformation. The certification process is crucial as it leads to the official electoral vote count in January.
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Donald Trump has won the presidency again, sweeping all seven swing states and securing a Republican majority in the House of Representatives. This victory positions Trump to implement his legislative agenda with significant power in Washington, marking a notable shift in U.S. politics.
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On November 13, 2024, President Biden and President-elect Trump met at the White House, marking a significant moment in the transition of power. Despite their contentious history, both leaders publicly expressed civility during their brief encounter, while privately grappling with the implications of the election results.
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Following Kamala Harris's defeat to Donald Trump in the 2024 election, Nancy Pelosi criticized President Biden for delaying his exit from the race. She suggested that his late endorsement of Harris hindered the Democratic Party's chances and sparked internal debates about leadership and future strategies.
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Melania Trump plans to adopt a different approach as First Lady during her husband's second term. She will primarily reside between New York City and Palm Beach, Florida, while maintaining a low profile. Her absence from key events, including a meeting with Jill Biden, signals her intention to carve out an independent role.
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Brazilian police have recommended indicting former President Jair Bolsonaro and 36 others for a coup plot aimed at preventing Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva from taking office. This follows a two-year investigation into Bolsonaro's role in the election-denying movement and the January 2023 riots by his supporters.
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Edward Kelley, 35, was found guilty in Knoxville of conspiracy to murder federal employees and other charges related to his actions during the Capitol attack. He faces up to life in prison at sentencing in May 2025. Kelley had developed a 'kill list' targeting FBI agents and planned violent attacks against them.
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Following Donald Trump's re-election, he has announced plans to impose significant tariffs on imports from China, Canada, and Mexico. This move is expected to impact various sectors of the US economy and could lead to a trade war, as countries scramble to respond. Trump's cabinet selections reflect a mix of ideologies, complicating the political landscape.
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Following Donald Trump's election victory, U.S. prosecutors have moved to drop criminal cases against him, citing a Justice Department policy that protects sitting presidents from prosecution. This decision marks a significant shift in Trump's legal landscape after his conviction for falsifying business records earlier this year.
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Caroline Ellison, former CEO of Alameda Research, began her two-year prison sentence on November 7, 2024, after pleading guilty to fraud charges linked to the FTX collapse. Her release date is now set for July 20, 2026, due to good behavior provisions under the First Step Act.
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Mark Zuckerberg and Donald Trump are mending their previously strained relationship as Zuckerberg seeks to influence tech policy in the incoming administration. Their recent dinner at Mar-a-Lago highlights Zuckerberg's desire to engage with Trump's team on issues like artificial intelligence and content moderation, amid a backdrop of shifting dynamics in the tech industry.
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President Joe Biden has issued a pardon for his son, Hunter Biden, reversing previous statements against such action. The decision, made just before Hunter's sentencing for federal charges, has sparked backlash from both Republicans and some Democrats, raising questions about political favoritism and the integrity of the justice system.
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Protests erupted in Congress as trans rights activists, including Chelsea Manning, staged a sit-in against new bathroom rules imposed by House Speaker Mike Johnson. The rules restrict trans individuals from using facilities corresponding to their gender identity, igniting backlash from LGBTQ+ advocates and Democratic lawmakers.