Donald Trump defends his son after email revelations show meeting with Kremlin-linked lawyer

Donald Trump defends his son after email revelations show meeting with Kremlin-linked lawyer

Donald Trump Jr. released a number of emails on Twitter on 11 July, showing that he met with a Kremlin-linked lawyer to discuss information about then presidential candidate rival Hillary Clinton. Trump Sr. has since released a statement defending his 39-year-old son, saying he is a high quality person and applauding his transparency in releasing the emails. Jul 12, 2017
Venezuelas freed opposition politician Lopez makes public appearance under house arrest

Venezuelas freed opposition politician Lopez makes public appearance under house arrest

Venezuelas best-known jailed opposition leader Leopoldo Lopez has been granted house arrest after three years in prison. The 46-year-old appeared over joyous, waving the Venezuelan flag at his home. Crowds of supporters gathered outside the walled-in complex to cheer him on. Serving a 14-year sentence, Lopez would make a popular opposition presidential candidate. Current President Nicolás Maduro plans a constitution rewrite to secure more power for himself. Jul 9, 2017