Rep. Andy Kim (D-NJ) has announced his plans to challenge Sen. Bob Menendez (D-NJ) for his Senate seat in the upcoming election, after Menendez was charged with bribery in a recent indictment. Kim, joined by Rep. Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ) and Democratic state committee chairman LeRoy J. Jones Jr., has called for Menendez to step down, saying "We cannot jeopardize the Senate or compromise our integrity." The election for the New Jersey Senate seat will take place in November 2020, and it is unclear if Menendez will seek re-election.
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Kim Jong Un recently visited Russia for a six-day trip, during which he and President Vladimir Putin discussed North Korea's nuclear weapons program, economic sanctions, and ways to strengthen economic ties. The visit has raised concerns about potential weapons transfer deals between the two countries, and is seen as a sign of the strengthening relationship between Russia and North Korea.
The family of Robert Dotson, who was fatally shot by Farmington Police officers at his home, has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the department. Kim Dotson, Robert's wife, has been given few details about the incident and has not been contacted by the department since the shooting. The lawsuit seeks damages for wrongful death, negligence, and other claims in the hopes of bringing the family answers and justice.
Kim Jong Un and Vladimir Putin met Wednesday at a Russian spaceport, sparking Western concerns that Kim may provide military support for Putin's war in Ukraine. Video posted by Russian state media showed the two leaders smiling and shaking hands, and South Korea's military reported that North Korea had fired at least one ballistic missile toward its eastern seas. The meeting has raised questions about the potential for military cooperation between the two countries and what was discussed during the meeting.
Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un met Wednesday in the far eastern Amur region of Russia. This marks the first time the two leaders have met in person since 2018, and is seen as a sign of the growing ties between Russia and North Korea. The meeting comes at a time of heightened tensions between the United States and both Russia and North Korea, and is seen as an attempt to show a united front in the face of the United States.
Kim Jong Un has arrived in Russia to meet with President Vladimir Putin, accompanied by top military officials. The meeting has sparked concerns of a potential arms deal and is expected to focus on North Korea's nuclear weapons program and stalled negotiations between Pyongyang and Washington. Kim's visit is the first foreign trip since he met with U.S. President Donald Trump in 2018 and is expected to take place in the Russian city of Vladivostok.
Kim Jong Un is set to visit Russia soon for a meeting with President Vladimir Putin, according to the Russian presidency office and North Korea's state news agency. Associated Press journalists have seen a train similar to the one used by Kim in previous trips abroad moving between North Korea and the Russian border. The visit comes at a time of increased tension between North Korea and South Korea, and is likely to be closely watched by the international community.
North Korea celebrated the 75th anniversary of its founding last week, with Kim Jong Un attending a photo session and dedicating floral baskets to past leaders. On Sunday, a North Korean train, presumably carrying Kim, departed for Russia, and a meeting between Kim and Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to take place soon. The purpose of the trip is unknown, but it is likely to be related to North Korea's diplomatic relations with Russia and could have implications for the region as a whole.