Government and politics

Pentagon inspector general announces review of Austin hospitalization, notification

The Defense Department inspector general’s office has launched a formal investigation into Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s failure to notify the…

Trump fraud trial adjourns, all eyes now on Judge Engoron

The New York civil business fraud trial of former President Donald Trump, two of his sons and the Trump Organization…

Trump fraud trial judge home was swatting target, police say

Police are investigating a swatting incident at the New York home of the judge set to hear closing arguments later…

World Court hears Gaza Strip genocide case against Israel

The U.N.’s highest court is on Thursday hearing South Africa’s accusations of genocide by Israel in its ongoing war in…

Swedish defense officials criticized after warning public to prepare for war; Kyiv rejects idea of cease-fire

This was CNBC’s live blog tracking developments on the war in Ukraine. Top Swedish defense officials have been accused of…

Haley, DeSantis clash over Disney and government’s role in business

WASHINGTON — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley butted heads Wednesday night over the role of government in regulating…

Trump won’t pledge to divest from businesses if he wins second term

Former President Donald Trump on Wednesday signaled that he plans to retain his stake in his business empire if he…

Trump refuses conditions for fraud trial closing argument, won’t be allowed to speak

Donald Trump has been barred from personally making a closing argument at his New York civil fraud trial on Thursday…

RFK Jr.’s presidential campaign questioned by FEC over payments to daughter-in-law

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., an independent candidate for president, is being questioned by the Federal Election Commission for payments his…

Days from government shutdown, Speaker Johnson may need short-term spending bill he previously opposed

Senate Republicans repeatedly said this week that a short-term spending bill may be necessary to keep the government open, a…