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Trump nominates Georgia state Sen Brandon Beach for US treasurer

President Donald Trump late Wednesday took to Truth Social to announce Georgia state Sen. Brandon Beach as the next U.S. treasurer. The 63-year-old Louisiana native was elected as a Republican Georgia state senator in 2013. He represents District 21, which includes parts of Cherokee and Fulton counties. “Brandon helped us secure a Massive and Historic…

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South Korea’s centuries-old Gounsa temple is left in ruins by unprecedented wildfires

Unprecedented wildfires ripping through South Korea’s southern regions have destroyed large parts of an ancient Buddhist temple complex, burning down two buildings that had been designated national treasures. Five days of wildfires, considered among South Korea’s worst, have left 24 people dead, destroyed more than 300 structures and forced more than 28,000 residents to evacuate,…

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Iga Swiatek gets heightened security at Miami Open after ‘aggressive’ fan verbally attacked her: report

Five-time grand slam winner Iga Swiatek was reportedly given boosted security during the Miami Open this week after an “aggressive” fan verbally attacked her at the tournament. The fan has previously sent abusive messages to the three-time reigning French Open winner online, BBC Sport reported, citing Swiatek’s representatives. The reported incident occurred Saturday during a…

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The loudest silence: Top Democrats remain mum amid violent attacks on Tesla

Democrats are once again giving the silent treatment to violence and vandalism against Tesla cars and dealerships. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-N.Y., and former Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., refused to condemn the violence against Tesla when confronted on Capitol Hill.  Few Democrats have unequivocally denounced the ongoing attacks on Tesla showrooms, charging stations and…

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Ratcliffe says new Signal texts show he ‘did not transmit classified information’

CIA Director John Ratcliffe said the Signal chat texts published by The Atlantic Wednesday revealing the so-called “attack plans” targeting Yemen’s Houthi rebels prove he “did not transmit classified information.”  Ratcliffe, speaking during a House Intelligence Committee hearing on worldwide threats, told lawmakers “With regard to that article, I also would appreciate the opportunity to…

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