Politics
Parler Sues Amazon Over Web Shutdown, Alleges Political Animus
Parler LLC, a social media platform favored by many supporters of U.S. President Donald Trump, sued Amazon.com Inc on Monday, accusing it of making an illegal, politically motivated decision to shut it down to benefit Twitter Inc.
Democrats In Congress Kick Off Efforts To Drive Trump From Office After Violence At Capitol
Congressional Democrats on Monday begin their drive to force President Donald Trump from office, kicking off a week of legislative action that could end with a vote that would make him the only president in U.S. history to be impeached twice.
N.Korea Says Leader Kim Elected As General Secretary Of Ruling Party -KCNA
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has been elected as general secretary of the ruling Workers' Party, state media KCNA said on Monday, taking over the title from his late father in a largely symbolic move seen aimed at further cementing his power.
Off-duty Police, Firefighters Under Investigation In Connection With U.S. Capitol Riot
As investigators seek to identify rioters who stormed the U.S. Capitol, police departments in Virginia and Washington state have placed officers on leave as authorities examine whether they took part in unlawful acts while offduty.
Marriott, BlueCross Suspend Donations To U.S. Lawmakers Who Voted Against Biden Certification
Marriott International Inc, the world's largest hotel company, and the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association (BCBSA) said Sunday they will suspend donations to U.S. lawmakers who voted against certifying Presidentelect Joe Biden's victory last week.
2nd GOP Senators Now Urge Trump To Resign Over Capitol Riot
Two Republican senators now say President Donald Trump should resign as support for the drive to impeach him a second time is gaining momentum in his final days in office after the deadly riot at the Capitol by a violent mob of Trump supporters.
Majority Of Americans Want Trump Removed Immediately After U.S. Capitol Violence: Reuters/Ipsos Poll
Fiftyseven percent of Americans want Republican President Donald Trump to be immediately removed from office after he encouraged a protest this week that escalated into a deadly riot inside the U.S. Capitol, according to a Reuters/Ipsos poll.
Biden To Speed Release Of Coronavirus Vaccines
Presidentelect Joe Biden will release most available COVID19 vaccine doses to speed delivery to more people, a reversal of the Trump administration policy, his office said Friday.
Police Officer's Death Intensifies Capitol Siege Questions
A police officer has died from injuries sustained as President Donald Trump's supporters stormed the Capitol, a violent siege that is forcing hard questions about the defeated president's remaining days in office and the ability of the Capitol Police to s...
U.S. Labor Market Recovery Faltering; Layoffs Hit Record In 2020
The number of Americans filing firsttime claims for jobless benefits unexpectedly dipped last week while staying extremely high, with the labor market recovery appearing to stall as a raging COVID19 pandemic threatens to overwhelm the country.
Wall Street At Record High As Democrats Take Control Of Senate
Wall Street hit record levels on Thursday as market participants bet on more coronavirus relief aid under a Democratcontrolled U.S. Congress to help the economy ride out a steep pandemicled downturn.
Late Night Hosts React With Shock, Anger To Capitol Attack
Late night TV talk show hosts expressed anger and frustration at the violence at the U.S. Capitol, offering somber monologues that pleaded for unity even as some aimed pointed barbs at those they held responsible for the mobs' actions.
Raj Thackeray-led MNS Members Ransack Torrent Power Offices in Maharashtra's Bhiwandi
The in-charge of the Narpoli police station said a process has been initiated to register an offence in connection with the incident on the basis of a complaint filed by Torrent officials.
Shiv Sena Lauds Rahul Gandhi, Says 'Rulers in Delhi' Fear the Congress Leader
An editorial in Sena mouthpiece Saamana also said it was a good thing that Rahul Gandhi is becoming the Congress president.
Lawmakers Vow To Investigate Police After Capitol Breach
Lawmakers are vowing an investigation into how Capitol police handled Wednesdays violent breach at the Capitol, questioning whether a lack of preparedness allowed the mob to occupy and vandalize the building.
Transcript: Trump Sees Special People, Biden Sees Extremists
Transcripts of President Donald Trump's and President-elect Joe Biden's remarks Wednesday after pro-Trump supporters stormed the Capitol. Thousands of people descended on the Capitol as Congress began to vote to affirm Joe Bidens 2020 presidential win.