Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticized FBI Director Kash Patel on April 17, calling him “easily manipulated” after The Atlantic reported episodes of excessive drinking and concerns from colleagues about his behavior. She warned that Patel’s alleged intemperance poses a national security threat, highlighting ongoing concerns about his conduct within the agency.
The Onion announced on April 21, 2026, that it has reached a deal to acquire Infowars, the website founded by conspiracy theorist Alex Jones. The deal marks a significant shift in the media landscape, with The Onion expanding its reach into political and controversial content. The financial details of the acquisition have not been disclosed.
King Charles III will become the second British monarch to address a joint session of Congress, scheduled for next week. His mother, Queen Elizabeth II, previously addressed Congress in 1991. This marks a historic moment in U.S.-UK relations, highlighting the ongoing diplomatic ties between the two nations. The event underscores the significance of the monarchy’s role in international diplomacy.
Kevin Warsh, President Trump’s nominee for Federal Reserve chairman, declined to confirm whether Joe Biden won the 2020 election during a Senate Banking Committee hearing on April 18, 2026. When asked by Senator Elizabeth Warren, Warsh responded, “We try to keep politics, if I’m…,” avoiding a direct answer about the election outcome.
Senator Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) urged the DOJ on April 20, 2026, to end its investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, aiming to facilitate the confirmation of Kevin Warsh as Fed Chair. Tillis has threatened to withhold support for Warsh’s nomination until the investigation concludes, highlighting ongoing political tensions surrounding the Federal Reserve leadership.
Senate GOP leader Lindsey Graham proposed a budget to fully fund ICE and CBP through President Trump’s term, allocating $60 billion over 3.5 years. The 58-page resolution aims to ensure continued border enforcement and immigration control, aligning with the GOP’s immigration policies. The plan now awaits Senate debate and approval.
Pakistan has called on the U.S. and Iran to extend their temporary ceasefire, which is set to expire on Wednesday evening. Pakistani Foreign Affairs Minister Mohammad Ishaq Dar discussed the situation with U.S. Deputy Chief of Mission Natalie Baker on Tuesday, emphasizing the importance of prolonging the ceasefire amid ongoing tensions in the region.
