3 big questions facing Washington on AI

President Trump defended his decision to pardon Representative Henry Cuellar, a Texas Democrat, during an Oval Office event, stating that the move would not impact Cuellar's reelection chances. Trump emphasized Cuellar's respectability and criticized the treatment he received due to his political stance.

President Trump expressed his support for the release of video footage from a second military strike on a boat in the Caribbean, which resulted in the deaths of survivors from a previous attack. He stated, 'I don't know what they have, but whatever they have, we'd certainly release, no problem,' during a press briefing in the Oval Office.

President Trump has issued threats of U.S. military strikes against Colombia, a move that has sparked anger and disbelief in the country, particularly as it comes amid deteriorating diplomatic relations that were once celebrated during the 200th anniversary of ties with Washington.

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro accused former Vice President Kamala Harris of telling 'blatant lies' in her memoir, claiming she is attempting to 'sell books and cover her a--.' This statement was made during a profile published in The Atlantic, where Shapiro expressed his outrage over excerpts from Harris's book that he believes misrepresent his political ambitions.

China's government has reportedly gained access to networks controlling the U.S. electric grid, raising alarms among grid experts who warned Congress that this could enable China to disrupt electricity supply during crises or conflicts.

The House Homeland Security Committee is holding a hearing on the increasing violence against law enforcement, following a recent targeted shooting incident that critically injured two members of the West Virginia National Guard near the White House. This incident has raised significant concerns about the safety of law enforcement personnel amid ongoing tensions in the capital.

The Latin American left is experiencing a significant decline, with Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro facing increasing pressure as his government struggles amid economic collapse. This situation reflects the broader disintegration of leftist movements across the region, marking a pivotal moment in Latin American politics.

Russian President Vladimir Putin is visiting India for a summit focused on enhancing economic, defense, and energy relations, amidst ongoing U.S. sanctions and the war in Ukraine. This visit underscores India's strategy to navigate its ties with both Moscow and Washington while securing discounted Russian oil imports.