President Trump shares New Year's resolution. Ukraine troops skeptical of lasting peace. CIA confirms Ukraine did not target Putin's home. Putin's false claim debunked.
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President Donald Trump stated that his New Year's resolution for 2026 is "Peace on Earth." In eastern Ukraine, an officer expressed the goal for the year as simply surviving after a year of Russian advances. This assessment contradicted a claim made by the Russian leader to President Trump in a recent phone call. CIA Director John Ratcliffe reportedly briefed President Trump on an alleged attack, as confirmed by a source familiar with the matter. President Trump made these remarks while wearing a tuxedo and standing alongside Melania, who was in a stunning silver dress, outside a club's ballroom.
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President Donald Trump shares his New Year's resolutionwww.foxnews.com
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Another New Year at War: Ukraine’s Troops Doubt It Will Be the Lastwww.nytimes.com
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Trump calls for ‘peace on Earth’ at glittering Mar-a-Lago New Year’s Eve bashnypost.com
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Netanyahu downplays settler violence in West Bank despite Trump’s concernswww.washingtonexaminer.com
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Zelenskyy suggests Trump fly to Ukraine to help 'end the war'abcnews.go.com
New York City tests Mamdani's economic vision. AOC speaks at his inauguration. Mamdani appoints Mike Flynn as transit chief.
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NYC mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, a progressive socialist, plans to implement ambitious policies such as city-owned grocery stores, free buses, and rent freezes. He will be introduced by Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez at his inauguration, with Bernie Sanders also in attendance. Michael Flynn, the new commissioner of the department of transportation, will work to implement Mamdani's central campaign planks, building on his history of developing sustainability practices and bicycle programs in the city. Republicans are trying to paint Mamdani as the leader of the Democratic Party due to his socialist views.
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New York City is about to test Mamdani’s progressive economic visionwww.foxnews.com
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AOC to speak at Mamdani inauguration as GOP paints him as new Democratic Party leaderwww.washingtonexaminer.com
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Mamdani Names Transit Chief Whose Mandate Is to Improve Bus Servicewww.nytimes.com
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Mayor Zohran Mamdani names DOT veteran Mike Flynn as agency commissioner at swearing-in ceremonynypost.com
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Zohran Mamdani sworn in as first Muslim New York City Mayorwww.bbc.com
Nick Shirley defends Minnesota daycare centers against fraud allegations. Trump criticizes Tim Walz over Somali-run daycare centers. Child care funding frozen. California fraud predicted to surpass Minnesota.
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Independent journalist Nick Shirley challenged a CBS News reporter's claims of fraud in Minnesota daycares, citing a lack of evidence. Governor Tim Walz of Minnesota, accused of allowing Somali fraudsters to exploit the state's child care subsidies program, received significant campaign contributions from donors linked to Somali-operated day care centers. This revelation of fraud within the Somali community has become a political advantage for President Donald Trump, who criticizes the alleged $18 billion social services fraud in Minnesota. Trump has used this issue to portray Governor Walz as a Democratic adversary in the lead-up to the midterm elections.
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Nick Shirley fires back at CBS News reporter suggesting Minnesota daycare centers weren't 'fraudulent'www.foxnews.com
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Walz received $10K from donors tied to Somali-run day care centerswww.washingtonexaminer.com
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Trump freezes child care funding nationwide, predicts California will surpass Minnesota for fraudnypost.com
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What to know about Nick Shirley, the YouTuber alleging daycare fraud in Minnesotawww.npr.org
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An Intense White House Response From a Single Viral Videowww.nytimes.com
Celebrities like Oprah Winfrey share weight loss journeys in 2025. Oprah reveals quitting alcohol after consuming 17 tequila shots.
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In 2025, celebrities like Oprah Winfrey, Amy Schumer, Meghan Trainor, and Lizzo have turned to GLP-1 medications for significant weight loss. Oprah Winfrey discusses her journey in her new book "Enough," highlighting how these medications aided her in overcoming long-standing issues with obesity and food fixation.
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Oprah joins wave of celebrities who revealed dramatic weight loss in 2025www.foxnews.com
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Oprah Winfrey admits she drank 17 shots of tequila in one night before giving up alcohol due to GLP-1www.foxnews.com
California introduces new laws for 2026, including cellphone limits in schools and a ban on cat declawing. Other states implement changes on wages, SNAP benefits, and climate.
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In California, new laws include a ban on law enforcement officers wearing masks, reduced cost of insulin, and a requirement for landlords to provide refrigerators. Across the country, various new laws on artificial intelligence, healthcare, climate, and other areas are coming into effect in 2026. Residents in nine states will have lower income-tax rates. The new state laws in 2026 will impact Americans through higher minimum wages, tourism taxes, and tighter SNAP restrictions. Changes in state laws cover wages, workplace protections, gender-neutral bathrooms, firing squads, and taxes. Forty-three states will have notable tax changes, with eight states lowering individual income tax rates.
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California rolls out sweeping new laws for 2026, from cellphone limits in schools to a ban on cat declawingwww.latimes.com
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Notable new state laws taking effect in 2026 cover hotels, AI and climateabcnews.go.com
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Opinion | Happy Tax Cut New Yearwww.wsj.com
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What to know about new state laws in 2026 on wages, SNAP benefits and climate taxwww.foxnews.com
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New 2026 laws include stricter ban on plastic bags in California and firing squads in Idahowww.washingtonexaminer.com
Democrats saw gains in 2025, but face challenges for 2026. Joe Concha emphasizes the need for a new strategy. Nate Silver criticizes Democrats for not acknowledging past mistakes.
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Democrats celebrated a victory in a closely watched Iowa special election, capping off a year of positive election results. This, along with gains earlier in the year and historical trends, suggests potential success for them in the 2026 midterm elections. However, both parties' strategists have advised against overinterpreting these results. Despite facing challenges, Democrats achieved significant wins in the 2025 elections. The DNC chair remains optimistic as the party gears up for the crucial midterms. Washington Examiner's Joe Concha warned that the Democratic Party could face losses in 2026 if recent reports accurately reflect its status. Pollster Nate Silver expressed surprise at some Democrats' unwillingness to acknowledge mistakes from the 2024 election, criticizing the party in a recent interview.
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Off-year Democratic gains send mixed signals ahead of 2026Âwww.washingtonexaminer.com
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Democrats had major election victories in 2025, but wins don’t erase party’s critical weaknesseswww.foxnews.com
Court rules Trump must return California National Guard to Newsom. Trump abandons plans to deploy National Guard in major cities.
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An appeals court has ruled that the Trump administration must return control of the California National Guard to the state after federalizing and deploying troops. President Trump announced the withdrawal of National Guard troops from Los Angeles, Portland, and Chicago. Governor Gavin Newsom of California criticized Trump, calling it an admission of defeat. The ruling is seen as a setback for Trump's attempt to assert power, with the troops having minimal presence in Portland and Chicago. This decision is a victory for Gov. Newsom, who has opposed Trump's efforts to control the National Guard. Courts had previously blocked troop deployments in Chicago and Portland, and the Los Angeles deployment was halted by a judge. Trump credited the deployments with reducing crime but has now ordered the withdrawal of National Guard troops from the three cities.
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Trump must relinquish California National Guard troops to Newsom, appeals court ruleswww.washingtonexaminer.com
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Trump Abandons Efforts to Deploy National Guard to 3 Major Citieswww.nytimes.com
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Trump will drop push for National Guard deployments in Chicago, LA and Portland, Ore.www.npr.org
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Trump withdraws National Guard from Chicago, LA and Portland, for nowwww.foxnews.com
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Trump says he is withdrawing National Guard troops from some US citieswww.bbc.com
Multiple people are presumed dead in a fire at a Swiss Alps bar during a New Year's celebration.
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A fire of "undetermined origin" broke out at the Le Constellation bar in Crans-Montana, Swiss Alps, during a New Year's celebration, resulting in dozens presumed dead and about 100 injured, most of them seriously. The incident occurred around 1:40 a.m. local time, with police declaring a major emergency. The exact number of casualties is still unknown.
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Dozens presumed dead in fire at Swiss Alps bar during New Year's celebrationwww.npr.org
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'Several' dozen dead in fire at bar in Switzerland on New Year's Day, police sayabcnews.go.com
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Explosive fire kills multiple people at Swiss Alps bar during New Year’s celebrationswww.foxnews.com
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Fire at Swiss Ski Resort Kills Several Peoplewww.wsj.com
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Several Dead After Explosion and Fire at New Year’s Party in Switzerlandwww.nytimes.com
Make financial resolutions for a secure future and cybersecurity resolutions for a safer year ahead.
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In 2026, practical financial strategies include maximizing retirement contributions, cutting subscriptions, and using portfolio hedging techniques. To protect against cybercriminals, essential security steps include implementing two-factor authentication, keeping software updated, and freezing credit.
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6 kick-butt financial resolutions you should make today to protect tomorrowwww.foxnews.com
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10 simple cybersecurity resolutions for a safer 2026www.foxnews.com
Fireworks light up iconic landmarks worldwide as cities celebrate the new year.
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Several cities around the world celebrated the New Year with spectacular fireworks displays. Egypt marked the occasion with fireworks over the pyramids in Giza, while Scotland saw fireworks over Edinburgh Castle. Paris and London also had impressive fireworks shows, with Paris lighting up the sky above the Arc de Triomphe and London celebrating with fireworks over the River Thames as Big Ben chimed midnight.
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WATCH: Fireworks over the Pyramids of Giza as Egypt celebrates new yearabcnews.go.com
Washington Monument will light up for America's 250th anniversary celebrations, resembling a birthday candle on New Year's Eve.
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President Trump kicked off plans for the nation's 250th birthday celebrations by illuminating the Washington Monument on New Year's Eve. The monument will serve as the "world's tallest birthday candle" with historic projections showcasing America's past and future. The patriotic projections will tell the story of America starting on Wednesday.
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WATCH: Washington Monument light show kicks off America's 250th celebrationsabcnews.go.com
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Washington Monument to become ‘birthday candle’ as US marks start of 250th yearwww.foxnews.com
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Washington Monument will glow on New Year’s Eve to kick off America’s 250th anniversaryÂnypost.com
US military targets and destroys alleged drug boats, resulting in casualties. Coast Guard conducts search-and-rescue operations for survivors.
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The U.S. military conducted strikes on five alleged drug-smuggling boats over two days, resulting in the deaths of eight people. The attacks targeted a convoy of three boats in the eastern Pacific on Tuesday and two more on Wednesday as part of the Trump administration's campaign against drug trafficking. The U.S. Southern Command did not disclose the exact location of the attacks. Some individuals jumped overboard and may have survived.
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U.S. military strikes 5 more alleged drug boats, killing 8www.npr.org
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Coast Guard Searches for Survivors After More Boat Strikeswww.nytimes.com
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US military confirms 5 killed in Dec 31 kinetic strike on reported narco-terror vesselswww.foxnews.com
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US strikes 3 vessels and leaves survivors -- now a search-and-rescue operationabcnews.go.com
Miami's upset victory over Ohio State in the College Football Playoff ends Buckeyes' championship hopes. Fans criticize ESPN's score bug.
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In a hard-fought College Football Playoff quarterfinals match, the Ohio State Buckeyes and Miami Hurricanes battled it out, leaving fans confused by a crucial part of the ESPN score bug during the game.
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Miami upsets Ohio State for shocking CFP win, ends Buckeyes' back-to-back national title hopeswww.foxnews.com
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College football fans sound off on ESPN score bug during Ohio State-Miami playoff gamewww.foxnews.com
France plans to ban children under 15 from social media in 2026, supported by President Macron.
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France is considering a ban on social media for children under 15, inspired by Australia's actions. President Macron is advocating for new digital restrictions due to concerns about youth violence. Lawmakers will discuss the proposal next month, with Macron reaffirming his support for limiting children's access to social media in his recent address.
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France reportedly planning to ban children under 15 from social media starting 2026www.foxnews.com
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Emmanuel Macron Backs Social Media Restrictions for Childrenwww.nytimes.com
Jack Smith testifies to Congress that Capitol riot wouldn't have occurred without Trump's influence. Defends indictment decision. Cites lack of evidence from key witness.
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Former special counsel Jack Smith testified to the House Judiciary Committee that President Trump was the most culpable person in the criminal conspiracy to overturn the 2020 election results. Smith claimed to have evidence to convict Trump in both cases and accused him of exploiting violence during the January 6th Capitol riot. Smith also mentioned that witnesses provided different perspectives on Trump's actions on that day compared to Cassidy Hutchinson.
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Capitol riot 'does not happen' without Trump, Jack Smith told Congresswww.npr.org
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Jack Smith says 'no historical analog' for Trump's actions, denies being influencedabcnews.go.com
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In Hearing Transcript, Jack Smith Defends Decision to Indict Trumpwww.nytimes.com
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Congress releases Jack Smith's testimony about Trump prosecutionswww.bbc.com
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Jack Smith says key Jan 6 witness relied on hearsay, lacked firsthand evidencewww.foxnews.com
Iran experiences widespread shutdown as protesters target governor's office and chant 'Death to Khamenei'. Government faces challenges with protests and economy.
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Iranian security forces clashed with protesters in Tehran, Shiraz, and Kermanshah as opposition groups reported gunfire and demonstrators chanted 'Death to Khamenei' during the fourth day of unrest. Businesses, universities, and government offices remained closed on Wednesday in 21 of 31 provinces, including Tehran, due to government orders amidst the mounting street protests.
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Iran in shutdown as protesters storm governor's office, crowds chant 'Death to Khamenei'www.foxnews.com
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Most of Iran Shuts Down as Government Grapples With Protests and Economywww.nytimes.com
Oil tanker fleeing Coast Guard listed in Russian ship database after crew paints Russian flag on vessel pursued by U.S. Coast Guard.
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The Bella 1 ship, now flying the Russian flag, may pose a challenge for U.S. forces trying to board it. The U.S. military attempted to intercept the ship in the Caribbean Sea as it was en route to Venezuela to collect oil.
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Oil Tanker Fleeing the Coast Guard Now Listed in Russian Ship Databasewww.nytimes.com
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Crew Paints Russian Flag on Oil Tanker Pursued by the U.S. Coast Guardwww.nytimes.com
Stock markets globally end 2025 positively, with the US market finishing strong, European markets opening lower, and Asia-Pacific markets trading flat.
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Despite facing challenges such as tariffs, a government shutdown, and fears about artificial intelligence, the stock market has had a roller coaster year. The S&P 500 is on track to end the year up about 17%, marking the third consecutive year of double-digit gains. European stocks are expected to open lower on the last trading day of the year, while Asia-Pacific markets are poised for modest gains on the final trading day of the year. European stocks are also expected to open flat on Tuesday as markets grapple with direction in a holiday-shortened trading week.
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Stock market ends 2025 with double-digit gainsabcnews.go.com
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US stock market ends 2025 on a high note after volatile yearwww.bbc.com
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European markets head for lower open on last trading day of 2025www.cnbc.com
Trump conducted airstrikes globally in 2025 to protect the US, with Rebecca Grant highlighting his top 8 national security achievements.
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President Donald Trump, known for presenting himself as a peace president, has also authorized lethal rocket strikes against U.S. enemies when he deems it necessary. His presidency is highlighted by eight major national security achievements, such as military actions, funding for the sixth-generation F-47 fighter, and securing the border.
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Here’s where Trump launched airstrikes around the world in 2025: 'Protect the homeland'www.foxnews.com
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REBECCA GRANT: Trump’s 8 biggest national security wins of 2025www.foxnews.com
Crowds gather in Times Square and around the world to celebrate New Year's Eve 2026. Dubai's Burj Khalifa and the UAE also mark the occasion.
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The New Year's Eve celebration for 2026 attracted spectators from various countries, with people gathering to watch fireworks and countdown together despite the cold weather. Cities worldwide, including Dubai, marked the occasion with impressive fireworks displays, such as the one at the Burj Khalifa. The UAE welcomed the new year with a dazzling show of fireworks.
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New Year’s Eve Crowds Brave Cold at NYC’s Times Square to Ring in 2026www.nytimes.com
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Photos: The world welcomes the new yearwww.npr.org
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WATCH: Burj Khalifa lights up as Dubai rings in the new yearabcnews.go.com
Trump vetoed bipartisan Colorado water act, drawing criticism from Lauren Boebert. Boebert expresses concerns over retaliation.
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President Trump is pressuring Colorado leaders to release Tina Peters, a convicted election denier, from state prison. Republican Rep. Lauren Boebert criticized Trump's veto of a Colorado water project bill, questioning his political motives. Boebert also criticized Trump's veto of the bipartisan Arkansas Valley Conduit Act, which aimed to lower water payments for residents.
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Trump’s Veto of Water Project Is His Latest Targeted Hit on Coloradowww.nytimes.com
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Trump issues 1st vetoes of 2nd term, including bipartisan Colorado water actabcnews.go.com
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Trump vetoes first bills of his second termwww.bbc.com
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Lauren Boebert rips Trump for using first veto of second term on her bipartisan water bill: ‘This is not over’nypost.com
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Boebert hits back at Trump after veto of Colorado water bill, raises retaliation concernswww.foxnews.com
NYC mayor Adams shares memorable quotes from a coffee mug on his last day, showcasing his influence.
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NYC Mayor Eric Adams marked his final day in office by reading his memorable quotes from a staff-gifted coffee mug. Despite having only one public appearance scheduled, he named a third charter commission in the final hours of his administration.
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Adams reads his 'greatest hits' quotes from coffee mug in farewell tribute as NYC mayorwww.foxnews.com
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On His Last Day, Adams Drops From View but Still Flexes His Musclewww.nytimes.com
Chief Justice emphasizes court independence and role in checking political power despite criticism for Trump-related rulings in Annual Report.
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Chief Justice John G. Roberts Jr. discussed judicial independence in his year-end report, but did not specifically mention the tensions between the Trump administration and federal judges who have blocked the president's agenda. The report comes as the court faces criticism for being seen as deferential to Trump.
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In Chief Justice’s Annual Report, a History Lesson and Embrace of Independencewww.nytimes.com
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Under Fire for Trump Rulings, Chief Justice Says Courts Still Check Political Powerwww.wsj.com