In an escalating standoff between state and federal governance, five Democratic-led states have taken legal action against the Trump administration.

In a sweeping move that is drawing significant attention, federal officials have set their sights on a series of investigations into Democratic-led states, targeting potential fraud in safety-net programs.

In a remarkable turn of events, Venezuela's government has released several high-profile opposition figures, activists, and journalists from prison. The surprise move is being hailed as a significant shift in the nation’s complex political landscape.

In a defiant stance against mounting civil unrest, Iran's Supreme Leader issued a stern warning on Friday, implying that security forces might intensify their crackdown on demonstrators.

In an unexpected turn of events, legislators at the Capitol this week found themselves in a race against time to locate a missing plaque that had been scheduled for installation over three years ago.

Despite an intensified crackdown by Iran's theocratic regime, including a blackout on internet services and the suspension of international telephone calls, Iranian protesters continued to flood the streets into the early hours of Friday.