Karine Jean-Pierre

In President Joe Biden's waning days at the White House, he’s facing increasing pressure to act on his promise to pardon cannabis prisoners, especially after his widely criticized pardon of his son Hunter Biden. White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre was asked in a press briefing on...

Investors are reacting to multiple events that could impact the values of stocks and sectors in the coming weeks, as Iran launched a missile attack on Israel Tuesday, raising tensions in the Middle East. Middle East Conflict: Iran’s attack on Israel came in retaliation for the killing of...

The ongoing feud between right-wing activist Laura Loomer and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) of Georgia has taken a new turn, with the two engaging in a public spat over a controversial social media post. What Happened: Loomer, known for her anti-Muslim remarks, made a post mocking Vice...

In response to recent conjecture, the White House has confirmed that U.S. President Joe Biden is not undergoing treatment for Parkinson’s disease. What Happened: The statement was made following a New York Times disclosure that a Parkinson’s specialist had been to the White House eight...

The head of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is set to address Congress next week amid allegations of sexism, abuse, and racism within the workplace. What Happened: Martin Gruenberg, who has been at the helm of the FDIC since January 2023, first joined the FDIC board in 2005 and...

The White House has turned down Republican Speaker Mike Johnson’s (R-La.) call to deploy the National Guard on college campuses that are witnessing large-scale protests over the Israel-Hamas conflict. What Happened: House Speaker Johnson, on Thursday, urged President Joe Biden to mobilize...

The White House on Tuesday condemned former President Donald Trump’s remarks on Black voters. What Happened: White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre criticized Trump’s comments, which suggested that his multiple criminal indictments had improved his standing among Black Americans...

Automotive giant Ford Motor Co (NYSE:F) was one of the Big 3 auto companies targeted with strikes by the UAW union in 2023. The impact of the strikes continues to sort itself out for Ford's financials and future operations. Here's what CEO Jim Farley had to say. What Happened: The UAW strike will...

The Kansas City Chiefs won Super Bowl LVIII to become the first NFL team to win back-to-back championships in 19 years. With the win, the Chiefs will now be invited to the White House for a celebration of their championship with President Joe Biden. What Happened: A tradition for many years, the...

The White House has denounced a proposal from the House Republicans, which seeks to fund aid for Israel by slashing funds from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), labeling it as “the definition of backwards.” As reported by The Hill, the White House was quick to dismiss the...

The White House has called for an end to the turmoil in the House as Republicans struggle to elect a Speaker. This comes after their nominee, Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jordan (R-Ohio), failed to secure the position. White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre...

Following last week’s huge news that the Health and Human Services (HHS) is seeking to reschedule cannabis to a lower federal level, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has a decision to make.  "It's certainly a big deal that a federal agency is finally admitting that...

Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Xavier Becerra confirmed his agency has responded to President Biden's directive to provide scheduling recommendations for cannabis to the Drug Enforcement Agency.  What Happened A top official at the HHS wrote to DEA ...

A 2024 presidential contender, known for his anti-vaccine sentiments, is facing intense criticism from the White House due to recent remarks made. What Happened: Seen as a controversial figure to some, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is among the candidates running in the 2024 presidential election....

A ruling from a federal judge will prevent the White House administration from contacting leading social media companies. The ruling comes after first amendment violations may have happened under President Joe Biden. What Happened: U.S. District Court Judge Terry Doughty ruled the White House may...