Politics
Latest political updates, governmental reforms, elections, and policy analyses from Armenia, the Caucasus, and international corridors.
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Trump Holds Off on Permanent Press Secretary Appointment Following Leavitt Departure
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt will step down this month, with President Trump signaling no rush to name a permanent successor until after the midterms.
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White House Press Office Contenders Surface Following Karoline Leavitt’s Announced Exit
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt’s decision to step down has triggered intense speculation over potential successors, including trusted aide Natalie Harp.
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CNN Contributor Scott Jennings Emerges as Frontrunner for White House Press Secretary
Following Karoline Leavitt’s resignation, CNN contributor Scott Jennings has emerged as a top candidate to serve as President Donald Trump’s next press secretary.
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Nobel Laureate Dmitry Muratov Discusses Repression and War in BBC Interview
Nobel Prize winner Dmitry Muratov joins BBC Russia Editor Steve Rosenberg to discuss the state of independent journalism and political repression in Russia.
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US Midterm Primaries 2026: The High-Stakes Battle for Control of Congress Begins
As the 2026 midterm primaries unfold across the US, Democrats target a four-seat Senate gain while Republicans fight to protect their narrow congressional majorities.
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ICE Plans $20 Million Purchase of Electric-Shock Gloves for Enforcement Agents
ICE plans a $20 million purchase of electric-shock gloves to aid enforcement, sparking intense criticism from rights groups over potential abuse risks.
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Echoes of 1981: John Hinckley Jr. Reflects on the Reagan Assassination Attempt, Blocked Hospital Visits, and His Path to Release
Forty-five years after attempting to assassinate Ronald Reagan, John Hinckley Jr. expresses deep regret and reveals a blocked hospital reconciliation.
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Trump’s Podium Strategy in Flux as Karoline Leavitt Announces August Exit
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt will step down at the end of August to focus on her family, sparking new questions over Trump’s media strategy.
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Historical Precedent: Bill Clinton’s 2000 Decoy Flight Tactics
Recent security protocols involving decoy aircraft for high-profile travel mirror tactics used by Bill Clinton during his 2000 visit to Pakistan.
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David Crowley Secures Wisconsin Democratic Gubernatorial Nomination in Narrow Victory
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley defeated democratic socialist Francesca Hong, securing the Democratic nomination for Wisconsin governor in a tight contest.
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Milwaukee County’s David Crowley Secures Wisconsin Democratic Nomination for Governor After Late-Campaign Comeback
Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley secured the Democratic nomination for governor, setting up a high-stakes November clash with Republican Tom Tiffany.
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Secret Departure from Turkey Prompted by Military and Secret Service Directives, Trump States
Donald Trump defended his covert exit from Turkey using a decoy Air Force One, stating Secret Service and military commanders ordered the stealth transfer for safety.
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A New Republican Path in Minnesota: House Speaker Lisa Demuth Upsets Trump-Backed Mike Lindell in Gubernatorial Primary
Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth secured the GOP gubernatorial nomination, defeating Trump-backed Mike Lindell to face Senator Amy Klobuchar in November.
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The New Math of American Accountability: Why Scandals No Longer Stop Ohio’s Political Ambitions
US Rep. Max Miller’s refusal to resign over severe domestic abuse allegations highlights how partisan tribalism now shields politicians from career-ending scandals.
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The Shifting Tables of Power: How San Francisco’s Political Dining Scene is Evolving
Mayor Daniel Lurie is reshaping San Francisco’s political dining circuit, shifting focus from traditional steakhouse institutions to modern, upscale venues.