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Trump administration plans $12 billion bailout for farmers affected by tariffs to address affordability issues.
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President Donald Trump is fulfilling his promise to assist farmers impacted by his trade wars by unveiling a $12 billion aid package funded by tariff revenue. The aid program, named the Farmer Bridge Assistance program, will allocate around $11 billion in one-time payments to row crop farmers. The announcement will be made during a roundtable at the White House, attended by Treasury Secretary and other officials. This aid package comes in response to China's boycott of American farm products in retaliation for U.S. tariffs.
  • Trump sells farmer bailout as affordability fix
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  • Trump administration announcing $12 billion in one-time payments to farmers
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  • Trump to announce $12 billion bailout plan for farmers, White House official says
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  • Trump Plans $12 Billion Bailout to Aid Farmers Hit by Tariffs
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  • Trump to unleash $12B farm rescue as China trade reset hits US growers
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Former court clerk in Alex Murdaugh trial pleads guilty to charges for sharing sealed crime scene photos with a photographer.
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Former Colleton County Clerk of Court Mary Rebecca "Becky" Hill pleaded guilty to obstruction of justice, perjury, and misconduct in office. She admitted to leaking sealed Murdaugh trial photos and was sentenced to probation.
  • Ex-court clerk in Alex Murdaugh trial pleads guilty to charges stemming from case
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  • Murdaugh trial court clerk pleads guilty to showing sealed crime scene photos to photographer
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Trump considers releasing second strike footage amid split opinions on Venezuela strike. Democrats push for boat strike video release. Defense Department reviews footage. Accusations escalate.
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President Trump slightly walks back comments on a U.S. military airstrike against alleged narco-terrorists in the Caribbean Sea. The Trump administration has been touting the strikes against drug boats, with Democrats pushing for transparency on the controversial military actions. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth defended the strikes, stating that Trump will take decisive military action to defend national interests. Democrats claim potential war crimes occurred during the 22 military strikes against suspected drug traffickers in the Caribbean.
  • Trump changes his tune on releasing second strike footage
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  • Lawmaker urges release of Venezuela strike footage as parties split over whether targets were defenseless
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  • Democrats Call for Releasing Video of Deadly Boat Strike in the Caribbean
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  • Defense Department is reviewing boat strike video for possible release, Hegseth says
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  • Pete Hegseth would have ordered second strike on Venezuelan drug boat as he backs Admiral Frank Bradley
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White House criticizes Biden's economic record amid voter concerns on affordability. Trump team responds to Democrats' attacks on affordability. Salena Zito defends Trump's handling.
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Former President Donald Trump is touring battleground states to promote affordability messaging while Democrats are winning the 2025 elections by focusing on economic concerns. Washington Examiner columnist Salena Zito predicts that Trump will address affordability during his visit to Pennsylvania. Despite Trump's previous comments dismissing affordability as a "Democrat scam," Zito suggests that he will address the issue.
  • White House turns up heat on Biden’s economic record as voters sour on ‘affordability’
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  • Trump team scrambles to fix sputtering economic pitch as Dems lean in to 'affordability' attacks
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  • Democrats are wrong that Trump ‘is not on top of’ affordability: Salena Zito
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Mayor-elect Mamdani is leaving his rent-stabilized apartment in Queens for Gracie Mansion.
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Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will be moving from his rent-stabilized Astoria apartment to Gracie Mansion in January after his inauguration as NYC's mayor. He will be joined by his wife, Rama Duwaji, in the official mayoral residence in Manhattan.
  • Mayor-elect Mamdani ditches rent-stabilized apartment for historic mansion
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  • Mamdani Confirms He Will Leave Queens One-Bedroom for Gracie Mansion
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Paramount competes with Netflix to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery, with David Ellison and Jared Kushner involved in the bid.
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Paramount Skydance has launched a blockbuster battle with Netflix over Warner Bros Discovery, offering an all-cash tender of $30 per share to compete with Netflix's accepted bid of $27.75 per share. Paramount's CEO believes their merger offer will save the theatrical movie business. The company had previously made an offer to WBD, which went unanswered. Private equity fund manager Mr. Kushner is supporting Paramount in its hostile bid, which includes assets like CNN. The situation has escalated after Netflix and Warner Brothers recently celebrated a deal.
  • A look at the competing bids for Warner Bros Discovery
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  • Here's what to expect in Paramount's quest to elbow out Netflix and buy Warner Bros. Discovery
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  • David Ellison is ‘trying to save’ theatrical movie business with offer to Warner Bros. Discovery
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  • Jared Kushner Is Part of Paramount’s Bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
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  • Not so fast, Netflix. Paramount launches hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery
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Syria commemorates a year since Assad's departure, facing challenges in recovery. Syrians mark anniversary of Bashar al-Assad's downfall.
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Syria is facing challenges in its recovery one year after the end of the Assad dynasty's 50-year rule and a 14-year civil war. Rebels ousted President Bashar al-Assad, marking the end of dictatorship and conflict, but the country remains divided and battered, with the new leadership facing ongoing obstacles.
  • Syria marks a year since Assad fled, but struggles to heal
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  • Syrians Celebrate Anniversary of Bashar al-Assad’s Fall
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Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett enters Senate race after Colin Allred exits. Crockett, a Trump critic, shakes up high-stakes race.
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Rep. Jasmine Crockett, a controversial Democrat from Texas, has set her sights on running for the Senate seat currently held by Republican John Cornyn. Crockett filed paperwork to run for the Senate after being drawn out of her House district during the state's redistricting process. Her Senate bid comes after former Rep. Colin Allred dropped out of the Democratic primary, citing a "bruising" primary. Crockett's expected Senate campaign announcement comes as the filing deadline approaches.
  • Firebrand Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett launches run for Senate
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  • Fierce Trump critic Jasmine Crockett shakes up high-stakes Senate race
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  • Jasmine Crockett jumps into Texas Senate race hours after Colin Allred dropped out
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  • Colin Allred Drops Out of Democratic Primary for U.S. Senate in Texas
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Supreme Court considers expanding executive power in FTC firing case, potentially impacting independent agencies. Court signals support for Trump's firing.
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Justice Sonia Sotomayor questioned Solicitor General D. John Sauer on Monday regarding the president's ability to fire independent agency heads without cause, arguing that such a move would significantly alter the government's current structure. The Supreme Court heard arguments in the case of Trump v. Slaughter, debating whether President Trump has the authority to dismiss a Democrat-appointed Federal Trade Commission member without cause. The court also discussed the powers of independent executive agencies and the potential impact on agencies like the Federal Reserve, National Transportation Safety Board, and Nuclear Regulatory Commission. The conservative majority of the court hinted at overturning a 90-year-old decision that limits when presidents can fire agency board members.
  • Sotomayor claims Trump DOJ is asking Supreme Court to ‘destroy the structure of government’ in FTC firing case
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  • Supreme Court Appears Poised to Give President More Power to Fire Government Officials
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  • Supreme Court signals it will back Trump’s firing of independent federal agency board members
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  • Planes, Trade and Nuclear Energy: Supreme Court Weighs Fate of Independent Regulators
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  • US Supreme Court hears fight over Trump's power to fire federal agency official
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Alina Habba resigns as acting US attorney in New Jersey after being disqualified by court.
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Alina Habba, who served as acting U.S. attorney for New Jersey, resigned after a federal appeals court ruled her appointment unlawful. This decision follows a series of court cases questioning the legality of U.S. attorney appointments in several states. Habba, a former personal lawyer for President Trump, will now work as a senior adviser to Attorney General Pam Bondi. Despite the ruling, Habba remains confident that the Justice Department and herself will not be weakened.
  • Former Trump attorney Alina Habba resigns as top federal prosecutor in New Jersey
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  • Former Trump lawyer Alina Habba resigns as acting US attorney for New Jersey
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  • Alina Habba resigns after court disqualified her from being New Jersey's top prosecutor
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  • Trump’s Top New Jersey Prosecutor Alina Habba Steps Down
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  • Alina Habba resigns as acting NJ US attorney
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Twelve ex-FBI agents sue Patel for firing them after kneeling during 2020 George Floyd protest for racial justice.
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A group of former FBI special agents is suing FBI Director Kash Patel for terminating their employment after they knelt during a George Floyd protest in 2020. The agents claim they knelt to de-escalate a volatile situation, not to express a political view. The lawsuit was filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, following the firing of about 16 agents for the incident.
  • Twelve ex-FBI agents sue Patel over terminations after they kneeled during 2020 George Floyd protest
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  • FBI Agents Sue Patel After Being Fired Over Kneeling at George Floyd Protest
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  • FBI agents sue after being fired for kneeling during racial justice protest
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Watchdog finds Obamacare paying out for dead and fake accounts, raising concerns about fraud in the system.
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The Government Accountability Office has uncovered fraud in Obamacare with 68,000 duplicate enrollments and fake accounts receiving over $10,000 monthly in premium tax credits. Federal auditors have highlighted how easy it is for ineligible individuals to sign up for the program.
  • Obamacare paying out for tens of thousands of dead and bogus accounts: Watchdog
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  • Opinion | ObamaCare Is a Mecca for Fraud
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Scandal widens as Dem education officials face scrutiny, Trump targets fraud. Dems question Trump's immigration stance. ICE defends tactics in Minnesota fraud case.
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The Minnesota Department of Education failed to act on warning signs before a $250 million fraud scandal involving Gov. Tim Walz's administration. Democrats are divided on countering President Donald Trump's efforts to rally support for Republican candidates, particularly focusing on a Medicare fraud scandal involving the Somali community in Minnesota. A massive fraud scheme involving Somali Americans has rocked Minnesota, shedding light on deeper oversight failures. White House border czar Tom Homan stated that ICE officers are facing daily death threats while defending their arrest tactics. Homan defended ICE's recent crackdown in Minnesota following President Trump's criticism of the Somali community in response to a $1 billion fraud scandal.
  • Dem-appointed education officials face new scrutiny as Feeding Our Future scandal widens, Trump targets fraud
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  • Democrats think Trump’s Minnesota immigration pivot lacks legs
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  • Tom Homan defends ICE’s crackdown on Somali migrants in Minnesota — after revelation of massive fraud
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  • A Sprawling Fraud Scandal Puts Minnesota’s Somali Community in the Spotlight
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  • Ilhan Omar: Somali Americans Aren’t Afraid of Trump’s Bigotry
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Collins and Moreno propose Obamacare plan, Senate Democrats vote on subsidies, House GOP seeks solution to high health costs. Republicans advocate high deductible plans.
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Senate Republicans and Democrats are at odds over a plan for expiring Obamacare subsidies, with Republicans considering health savings accounts as an alternative. House Republicans are exploring a healthcare cost reduction roadmap, while Speaker Johnson and Majority Leader Scalise work on reform measures. Some are concerned that insurance under the Affordable Care Act may become more expensive with reduced coverage. Additionally, a Republican proposal to provide cash instead of health insurance subsidies has sparked debate and concerns about potential medical debt.
  • Collins, Moreno unveil Obamacare plan as Republicans search for solution to expiring subsidies
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  • Obamacare Users Face Higher Deductibles, Higher Premiums
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  • Republicans push high deductible plans and health savings accounts
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Japan issues tsunami warning after a 7.6-magnitude earthquake rocks fish tanks.
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A 7.6 magnitude earthquake hit northern Japan late Monday, causing injuries. The quake occurred off the coast of Aomori Prefecture on Honshu island.
  • WATCH: Japan earthquake rocks fish tanks
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  • Japan Issues Tsunami Warning After 7.6-Magnitude Earthquake
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States profit billions from online casinos, a major test of presidential power. Slot machines on phones generate revenue.
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Online casinos in Iran are generating more tax revenue than sports betting apps, leading to potential expansion to other states.
  • A Major Test of Presidential Power, and How States Make Billions From Online Casinos
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  • States Are Raking In Billions From Slot Machines on Your Phone
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Bill Maher worries about friendship with Jimmy Kimmel due to ultimatum from Kimmel's wife. Maher debates Israel's actions in Gaza.
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HBO host Bill Maher expressed concern about his friendship with Jimmy Kimmel after disagreeing publicly with Molly McNearney's decision to cut off family over politics. Maher also engaged in a heated debate with Ana Kasparian about Israel's military actions and Palestinian casualties on the latest "Club Random" podcast episode.
  • Bill Maher fears losing friendship with Jimmy Kimmel over Trump voter ultimatum by ABC host's wife
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  • Bill Maher clashes with progressive commentator over Israel's war in Gaza
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Trump issues national AI executive order despite GOP pushback, aiming for unified regulation amid concerns about state misuse.
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President Donald Trump is pushing ahead with an executive order on artificial intelligence called the "One Rule" despite concerns from some of his supporters. Trump emphasized the need for a unified approach to AI regulation in a post on Truth Social. He plans to take executive action this week to establish a national "One Rulebook" for AI regulation after previous attempts in Congress were unsuccessful.
  • Trump pushes through on national AI order despite GOP resistance
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  • Trump to issue ‘one rulebook’ AI executive order after Congress fails to curb ‘bad actor’ states
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Luigi Mangione reacts in court to body cam footage showing loaded magazine in wet underwear. NYC prosecutors release evidence photos.
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Luigi Mangione was seen celebrating in court as body camera footage revealed a loaded magazine hidden in wet underwear found in his backpack during his arrest in Pennsylvania. Prosecutors released new photos showing evidence allegedly recovered from him during the arrest, including a USB drive and a handwritten note. The arrest was related to an alleged plot to assassinate UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
  • Luigi Mangione pumps fist in court as body cam allegedly reveals loaded magazine found inside wet underwear
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  • WATCH: New photos released in Luigi Mangione trial
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  • NYC prosecutors share evidence photos revealing Luigi Mangione's possessions at time of arrest
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Trump pressures red-state Republicans over new congressional maps, gaining redistricting advantage for 2026 after Texas ruling.
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Former President Trump is urging Indiana Republican senators to approve a redistricting plan that would add two more conservative House seats for the 2026 midterms. This move is part of Trump's efforts to secure Republican dominance in the House elections. Democrats are facing limited options to counter this strategy as the redistricting battle intensifies.
  • Trump turns up the heat on red-state Republicans blocking new congressional maps
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  • After Texas ruling, Trump and Republicans head to 2026 with a redistricting edge
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Georgia senator seeks support from Trump in campaign for Marjorie Taylor Greene's seat. Trump criticizes Paramount and CBS for Greene's '60 Minutes' interview. Greene stands by 'America first' stance.
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Georgia state Sen. Colton Moore has announced his candidacy for Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's House seat, positioning himself as a strong ally of President Donald Trump for the upcoming 2026 elections. This comes as Greene faces multiple challengers in the race for her seat. Meanwhile, President Trump criticized CBS News's 60 Minutes and Paramount Skydance, potentially impacting the latter's bid to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery. Trump's remarks were made following a 60 Minutes interview with Greene, with whom he has had a public falling out. Greene responded to Trump's criticism by asserting her commitment to America and pushing back against claims that Republicans fear going against Trump.
  • Georgia state senator pitches himself as Trump ally in bid for MTG’s seat
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  • Trump unloads on CBS' '60 Minutes' over Marjorie Taylor Greene's interview, demands apology and rips ownership
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ICEBlock app creator sues Trump administration for violating free speech by pressuring Apple to remove the app tracking ICE raids.
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The developer of an app called ICEBlock, which tracks immigration agents, is suing Attorney General Pam Bondi and other officials after Apple removed the app from its platform. The developer claims that Bondi censored his free speech by pressuring Apple to take down the app, which allows users to anonymously share the locations of immigration agents. The removal of the app from the app store was reportedly due to pressure from the Trump administration.
  • Maker of ICE-Tracking App Says Trump Officials Violated Free-Speech Rights
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  • App That Tracks ICE Raids Sues U.S., Saying Officials Pressured Apple to Remove It
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  • ICEBlock app sues Trump administration for censorship and 'unlawful threats'
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Netflix and Paramount compete for a deal. Trump expresses concerns over Netflix-Warner Bros. merger. CNBC covers the deal with Trump's influence.
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President Trump has expressed skepticism over Netflix's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, stating that the deal will need to go through a regulatory process. He believes that the acquisition could be a problem and has indicated that he may involve himself in the review of the transaction. Despite his initial resistance, it is noted that unexpected events have occurred in the Trump administration.
  • Trump Stands in the Middle as Netflix and Paramount Vie for a Megadeal
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  • Opinion | The Netflix-Warner Bros. Deal Could Revive Hollywood
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  • Trump says Netflix-Warner Bros. merger ‘could be a problem’
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  • CNBC Daily Open: Playing now: Netflix-Warner Bros deal with a Trump twist
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  • Trump says $72bn Netflix-Warner Bros deal 'could be a problem'
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Ohio's average gas price is $2.70 per gallon, with 36 states having prices below $3 per gallon.
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Gas prices are decreasing in Ohio and across the country, with the national average dropping to $2.90 per gallon. The average price for regular gasoline is now $2.952 per gallon, marking a week of declining prices. This trend is expected to continue into the new year as long as there are no major disruptions.
  • Ohio’s average unleaded gas price down to $2.70 per gallon
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  • Gas prices: 36 states now with average costs under $3 per gallon
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New video and audio recordings show a pilot attempting to shut off plane engines mid-flight in a terrifying mid-air scare in 2023.
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Former Alaska Airlines pilot Joseph Emerson attempted to shut down the engines of a passenger plane in October 2023, endangering the lives of 83 people. New dashcam footage and flight deck audio capture the moments of the incident.
  • WATCH: New video, audio of pilot who tried to shut off plane engines mid-flight
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  • WATCH: New audio reveals chaos in the cockpit of a terrifying mid-air scare in 2023
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Joe Theismann criticizes Alabama's CFP selection over Notre Dame. Chuck Todd condemns CFP officials. Notre Dame skips bowl game. Controversy over Notre Dame's exclusion. Alabama and Miami in, Notre Dame out. Indiana tops CFP rankings.
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Alabama Crimson Tide's inclusion in the College Football Playoff with three losses has sparked controversy, with Notre Dame legend Joe Theismann and former NBC host Chuck Todd expressing their concerns. Notre Dame has decided to skip a bowl game after being snubbed from the playoff. The final bracket revealed Miami and Alabama as the chosen teams, leaving Notre Dame out. Indiana's unexpected success has also been noted in the lead-up to the playoff.
  • Notre Dame legend Joe Theismann questions why Alabama got into CFP over Fighting Irish: 'It's so wrong'
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  • Bama, Miami in, Notre Dame out and Indiana No. 1 in College Football Playoff rankings
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Summary: A list of the best dishes and new restaurants in New York City in 2025.
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In 2025, food critics have highlighted Bánh cuốn, chicken bastilla, and 10 other unforgettable dishes as the top favorites of the year.
  • Best New York City Dishes
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  • The Best New Restaurants in New York in 2025
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Trump aims to curb migrants seeking free benefits, tightening legal immigration. US deports Iranians, Islamic republic reports. Second planeload deported.
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The Trump administration is proposing to tighten restrictions on migrants who rely on U.S. taxpayer-funded government assistance programs, in contrast to the policies of former President Joe Biden. This change aligns with the administration's broader efforts to limit both legal and illegal immigration. Additionally, the administration has increased deportations, including a recent flight carrying about 50 Iranians and other deportees under a deal with Iran.
  • Trump wants to stop migrants coming to US for freebies
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  • After National Guard shooting, administration cracks down on legal immigration
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  • US deports more Iranians, Islamic republic says
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  • U.S. Deports Second Planeload of Iranians, Officials Say
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Congress aims to prevent Pentagon from reducing US troops in Europe and South Korea in NDAA draft, which also includes China restrictions and war authorization repeals.
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Congress has included a provision in the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 that limits the Pentagon's ability to reduce troops in Europe below 76,000 and in South Korea below 28,500. This move aims to ease concerns among allies about potential troop reductions. The bill text was released on Sunday after some delays, and a final vote is expected in the House.
  • Congress moves to block Pentagon from cutting US troops in Europe and South Korea
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  • NDAA draft would limit Pentagon’s ability to reduce European presence
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  • NDAA text neglects IVF expansion, housing but includes China restrictions and war authorization repeals
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DiCaprio's "One Battle After Another" leads Golden Globe nominations. Full list of nominees announced, with "Wicked: For Good" missing a major nomination. Hollywood anticipates Golden Globe nominations.
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The 83rd Golden Globes nominations include recognition for films like Hamnet and Sinners, with Timothee Chalamet and Cynthia Erivo nominated for acting awards. The ceremony is set to air on Jan. 11. While some movies and TV series are competing for top awards, others are recognized for box office achievement. Strong contenders include "One Battle After Another," "Hamnet," "The Pitt," and "The Studio." The Golden Globes are the first major film awards to release their shortlists as awards season begins.
  • DiCaprio's One Battle After Another leads Golden Globe nominations
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  • Golden Globes Nominees 2026: The Full List
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Trump plays a central role at Kennedy Center Honors, focusing on tributes over politics. Sylvester Stallone and George Strait lead the red carpet.
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President Trump hosted the annual Kennedy Center Honors for the first time, expressing his love for "Phantom of the Opera" and making jokes during the event. Melania Trump opted for a minimal look, while Gloria Gaynor stood out in her attire. Hollywood stars like Sylvester Stallone, George Strait, and Kelsey Grammer were in attendance at the prestigious Washington D.C. event.
  • Watch: Trump takes on central role in Kennedy Center Honors
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  • 6 Memorable Moments From the ‘Trump Kennedy Center’ Honors
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  • Tributes, not politics, play center stage as President Trump hosts the Kennedy Center honors ceremony
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  • Sylvester Stallone, George Strait lead Trump's Kennedy Center Honors red carpet
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  • Trump takes over Washington’s most glam night, will host Kennedy Center Honors
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Packers and Bears head coaches share tense postgame handshake after Packers secure NFC North win at Lambeau Field.
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In a recent NFC North battle, Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur and Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson had a tense handshake after the game. The Packers emerged victorious in a thrilling fashion, with Keisean Nixon intercepting Caleb Williams in the end zone to secure the win over the Bears.
  • Packers, Bears head coaches share icy postgame handshake following NFC North battle
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  • Packers seal crucial NFC North win over Bears in thrilling fashion at Lambeau Field
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Tensions escalate as Thailand launches airstrikes along the Cambodia border, reigniting conflict between the two countries.
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The recent violence between Thailand and Cambodia, involving airstrikes along their border, has reignited a territorial dispute that had been temporarily halted by a ceasefire mediated by President Trump. Both countries have accused each other of firing first, casting doubts on the effectiveness of the ceasefire brokered by Trump. This conflict follows previous instances of fighting earlier in the year, despite Trump's efforts to portray himself as a peacemaker in the long-standing border dispute.
  • Why Thailand and Cambodia Are Fighting
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  • Thailand launches airstrikes along Cambodia border as tensions escalate
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  • Thailand launches airstrikes along border with Cambodia as tensions reignite
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China achieves a record trade surplus of $1 trillion. Exports surge in November, surpassing forecasts due to U.S. trade agreement.
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China's exports to the U.S. have decreased due to President Trump's tariffs, but they have found other markets globally. Despite the tariffs, China's exports have surpassed last year's record in just 11 months. In November, China's exports increased more than anticipated as manufacturers hurried to send out inventory following a trade agreement with Washington.
  • China's trade surplus hits $1 trillion for first time ever
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  • China’s Trade Surplus Climbs Past $1 Trillion for First Time
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  • China's exports rebound in November, massively beating expectations after U.S. trade truce
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Altadena's Christmas Tree Lane brings holiday cheer and a sense of normalcy after the Eaton fire.
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The Southern California community recently affected by fires came together to celebrate a century-old tradition, the beloved tree lighting festival. The event, marking its 105th anniversary, symbolized the community's resilience and brought tears to many attendees.
  • WATCH: Holiday magic on display in Altadena
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  • After Eaton fire, Altadena's Christmas Tree Lane provides an emotional return to normalcy
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D.C. Police Chief Pamela Smith resigns amid Trump pressure and crime data probe. Smith steps down from MPD.
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D.C. Police Chief Pamela Smith, the first Black woman to lead the force, is resigning after two and a half years in the position. Her resignation comes amidst federal pressure and controversy over crime statistics in Washington. Smith did not provide a specific reason for her decision to step down from her role as Metropolitan Police Department chief, which she has held since July 2023.
  • D.C. Police Chief Pamela Smith to Resign
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  • DC police chief resigns amid Trump pressure and crime data manipulation probe
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  • MPD police chief Pamela Smith steps down
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100 schoolchildren abducted in Nigeria have been released from captivity, with more still being held. Nigeria secured the release from a Catholic school.
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The Christian Association of Nigeria has announced that 100 schoolchildren who were abducted from a Catholic school in Niger state have been released after a month-long ordeal. This development comes amidst ongoing concerns about persecution against Christians in Nigeria.
  • 100 schoolchildren abducted in Nigeria are released; more still being held
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  • Nigeria secures release of 100 abducted schoolchildren from Catholic school after weeks in captivity
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Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes faces criticism after throwing three interceptions in loss to Texans. Support from wife Brittany Mahomes and Kevin Durant.
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Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes made a comment about teammate Travis Kelce's playing future after a recent loss to the Houston Texans. The Chiefs now have a 16% chance of reaching the playoffs, with the Texans on a five-game winning streak due to their strong defense. Mahomes is receiving support from his wife Brittany Mahomes and NBA star Kevin Durant as the Chiefs prepare for a crucial must-win game to stay in the playoff race.
  • Patrick Mahomes makes curious Travis Kelce comments with Chiefs' season on brink
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  • Chiefs’ playoff hopes dwindle as Patrick Mahomes throws three interceptions in loss to Texans
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  • Brittany Mahomes backs Patrick Mahomes as Kevin Durant slams Chiefs star’s critics
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Titans players mock Shedeur Sanders after Browns' turnover. Browns coach criticized as Sanders sits during key 2-point attempt.
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Tennessee Titans players mocked Sheduer Sanders' watch flex celebration after a late turnover on Sunday. Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski received criticism on social media for running a wildcat play in the final seconds.
  • Titans players mock Shedeur Sanders after Browns' crucial turnover
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  • Browns coach draws fury as Shedeur Sanders sits during crucial 2-point try
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Zelenskyy hasn't read U.S. peace proposal, Trump claims. Zelenskyy in London for Ukraine peace talks. Peace talks continue.
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President Trump expresses disappointment that Ukrainian President Zelenskyy has not yet read the updated peace plan amid talks between U.S. and Ukrainian officials. The talks indicate fresh support from European allies, but tensions between the two presidents seem to be mounting. Zelenskyy was expected in London to discuss ways of ending the conflict against Russia with leaders of Britain, France, and Germany. Negotiations have made little progress so far. Trump claimed that Zelenskyy has not read the U.S.-backed peace proposal to end the Russia-Ukraine war.
  • Ukraine's Zelenskyy yet to read peace plan, Trump says
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  • Zelenskyy heads to London for more Ukraine peace talks. Here's what to know
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  • Trump says Zelenskyy 'hasn't read U.S. peace proposal' as tensions mount
    www.cnbc.com
  • Zelensky to Meet With European Leaders as Ukraine Peace Talks Drag On
    www.nytimes.com
  • Trump claims Zelensky ‘hasn’t read’ peace plan
    www.washingtonexaminer.com
NYC mayor-elect advises residents on resisting ICE agents and challenges plan to stop clearing homeless tent cities.
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NYC mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has released a video guide on immigrant rights during encounters with ICE, promising to protect the city's 3 million immigrants. However, Mayor Eric Adams criticized Mamdani's plan to end police sweeps of homeless camps, calling it idealistic and urged him to focus on governing seriously.
  • NYC mayor-elect tells residents how to resist ICE agents and more top headlines
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  • NYC mayor-elect tells residents how to resist ICE agents knocking at their door in new video
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  • NYC’s Eric Adams gives Zohran Mamdani reality check on plan to stop clearing homeless tent cities
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Miami may soon have a Democratic mayor after nearly 30 years without one.
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Democrats are feeling energized in a county that President Trump won, while Republicans are concerned that the upcoming runoff could contribute to their recent losses.
  • Miami Hasn’t Had a Democratic Mayor in Almost 30 Years. Is That About to Change?
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  • Miami Hasn’t Had a Democratic Mayor in Almost 30 Years. Is That About to Change?
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Dem lawmaker agrees with Michelle Obama that the US is not ready for a female president, echoing her sentiment.
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Rep. James Clyburn of South Carolina agreed with former first lady Michelle Obama's statement that America is not ready for a female president. However, he also mentioned that the country is making progress towards achieving this milestone. Michelle Obama had made this comment while addressing speculation about a potential presidential run in 2028.
  • Michelle Obama is 'absolutely correct' saying America not ready for a woman president, Dem lawmaker says
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  • Clyburn agrees with Michelle Obama: US ‘not ready’ for female president
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  • Clyburn agrees with Michelle Obama: US ‘not ready’ for female president
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Hamas remains strong in Gaza. Israel-Hamas ceasefire second phase to start soon. Netanyahu opposes Palestinian state.
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Hamas has strengthened its control after a two-year war with Israel, with a ceasefire in place. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has announced the second phase of the ceasefire in Gaza, as Hamas continues to search for the remains of hostages. The remains of a police officer killed in 2023 have been returned, but two other hostages are still believed to be in Gaza.
  • A Weakened Hamas Still Dominates Gaza, Building Day by Day
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  • Second phase of Israel-Hamas ceasefire to begin ‘very shortly,’ Netanyahu says
    www.washingtonexaminer.com
  • Israel-Gaza live updates: Netanyahu reiterates opposition to Palestinian state
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European markets anticipate a slow start while Asia-Pacific markets expect a mostly positive opening due to China trade data and the upcoming Fed decision.
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European stocks are anticipated to open flat to lower due to investors' focus on the U.S. Federal Reserve's monetary policy decision. Meanwhile, Asia-Pacific markets are expected to open mostly higher as investors await trade data from China later in the day.
  • European markets set for lackluster start to the new trading week as markets await Fed decision
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  • Asia-Pacific markets set to open mostly higher as investors look toward China trade data
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Japan celebrates a children's holiday with dogs in kimonos, catering to pet owners.
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A traditional Japanese festival is being modified to include poodles and Pomeranians due to the growing pet industry and declining number of children in Japan.
  • Dogs in Kimonos: Japan Reinvents a Children’s Holiday With Pets in Mind
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  • Dogs in Kimonos: Japan Reinvents a Children’s Holiday With Pets in Mind
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Jeff Kent is voted into the Hall of Fame, while Roger Clemens and Barry Bonds miss out again.
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Jeff Kent, a former second baseman known for his leadership and home run hitting, has been elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame by the Contemporary Baseball Era Committee. Other notable players like Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens did not receive enough votes for induction.
  • Former Dodgers slugger and noted curmudgeon Jeff Kent voted into the Hall of Fame
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  • Roger Clemens, Barry Bonds miss out on latest chance to enter Baseball Hall of Fame
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A man was arrested after a pepper spray robbery at Heathrow Airport, where 21 victims, including a toddler, were affected.
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Police have arrested a suspect following a pepper spray robbery at Heathrow Airport that left 21 people injured, including a 3-year-old child who needed medical treatment. The incident occurred just after 8 a.m., according to airport police.
  • Toddler among 21 victims in pepper spray, robbery attack at London airport
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  • Man arrested after 'pepper spray' incident at Heathrow parking lot, police say
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Cuellar indicted by Biden's DOJ for opposing open borders. Trump criticizes Cuellar for not switching parties after pardon. Trump questions Cuellar's loyalty for running as Democrat.
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Rep. Henry Cuellar accused the Biden administration's Department of Justice of weaponizing bribery charges against him in response to his criticism of open borders. Cuellar, a Texas Democrat, is running for reelection after being pardoned by former President Trump of bribery and money laundering charges. President Trump criticized Cuellar for seeking reelection as a Democrat after being pardoned, leading to a public exchange between the two.
  • Cuellar claims he was indicted by Biden's DOJ because of his opposition to open border policies
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  • Trump criticises Democrat he pardoned over not switching political parties
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  • Cuellar says he doesn’t ‘vote party’ after Trump cries betrayal following pardon
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  • Trump say he regrets pardoning Rep. Henry Cuellar after Dem announces he’s running for reelection
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Ilhan Omar compares Stephen Miller's migrant rhetoric to Nazi descriptions of Jewish people amid criticism of Somali immigrant crackdown.
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Rep. Ilhan Omar criticized Stephen Miller's comments on immigration, comparing them to Nazi descriptions of Jewish people. Omar, a first-generation immigrant from Somalia, made the remarks during an appearance on CBS' "Face The Nation." Miller, known as the architect of President Trump's immigration policies, had recently spoken out against mass migration.
  • Omar compares Stephen Miller's migrant rhetoric to Nazi descriptions of Jewish people
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  • Ilhan Omar compares Stephen Miller, who is Jewish, to Nazis in Germany as she lashes out against Somali immigrant crackdown
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Republicans are divided on whether to save or replace Obamacare as Congress debates ACA subsidies.
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Craig Garthwaite, Director of the Program on Healthcare at Northwestern University and co-author of a new paper, discusses potential healthcare reforms to reduce costs and improve efficiency. GOP lawmakers are considering extending COVID-era Obamacare subsidies, which could amount to $30 billion per year, as part of their exploration of healthcare reform options.
  • As Congress fights over ACA subsidies, another path emerges
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  • Republicans divided over whether to salvage Obamacare — or replace it — ahead of subsidy deadline
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National Park Service changes free entry days, removing MLK Day and Juneteenth while adding Trump's birthday.
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The Trump administration has removed Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Juneteenth from the list of free entry days at national parks, while adding President Trump's birthday. This decision has sparked criticism, with some viewing it as a move against "woke" policies. The National Park Service updated its calendar to include new "resident-only patriotic fee-free days," which now include Flag Day in addition to the president's birthday.
  • Trump adds his birthday as free national park day while axing MLK Day and Juneteenth
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  • National Park Service alters free entry days, adds Trump’s birthday and removes MLK Day, Juneteenth
    www.washingtonexaminer.com
  • National parks fee-free calendar drops MLK Day, Juneteenth and adds Trump's birthday
    www.npr.org
  • US National Park Service removes free entry on MLK Day and Juneteenth
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Chechen leader threatens Zelenskyy after drone strike. No radiation increase from Chernobyl strike. Ukraine attacked after US call. 2 killed in Russian attack. Peace talks end.
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Ukrainian drone strikes near Chechen leader's residence in Grozny prompt threats reminiscent of previous incidents. Damage from a drone attack on Reactor No. 4 remains unfixed. Following a phone call between U.S. peace delegation and Ukrainian President Zelensky, Russia launches aerial attack on Ukraine. Over 1,600 drones hit Ukraine in a week, with Kremenchuk being a prime target. Russia claims to have shot down 77 Ukrainian drones in various locations.
  • Chechen leader threatens Zelenskyy amid drone strike, echoes alleged assassination plot
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  • Russian Drone Strike on Chernobyl Hasn’t Led to Rise in Radiation Levels
    www.nytimes.com
  • Ukraine hit by ‘massive’ Russian attack hours after US-Zelensky call
    www.washingtonexaminer.com
  • 2 killed as Russian overnight attack hits infrastructure in Ukraine, officials say
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  • Ukrainian city hit by 'massive' strike as peace talks in US conclude
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