Senate Republicans are gearing up to scrutinize Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s views on abortion as part of his confirmation process to lead the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) under President-elect Donald Trump. Kennedy, a former Democrat and vocal critic of vaccine mandates, has raised concerns among pro-life lawmakers due to his past statements supporting abortion access.
On a recent episode of ABC's "The View," co-host Sunny Hostin faced a legal correction after making statements about former Representative Matt Gaetz live on air.
The United Nations is facing scrutiny for underreporting the use of Gaza hospitals by Hamas for military purposes. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) have intensified their operations in northern Gaza to target Hamas, which has since increased tensions between the IDF and the Hamas-run Gaza Ministry of Health.
The Venezuelan criminal organization Tren de Aragua has spread its violent influence to 16 states across the U.S., according to a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) memo. The gang, known for its brutality, has recently established operations in Washington, D.C., Virginia, Montana, and Wyoming, adding to its existing presence in major states such as Texas, California, Florida, and Colorado.
President-elect Donald Trump announced that former acting U.S. Attorney General Matthew Whitaker has been nominated for the role of U.S. Ambassador to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO).
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced Tuesday a $5 million reward per hostage for Palestinians who assist in securing the release of Israelis held by Hamas in Gaza. The offer aims to incentivize cooperation from those seeking to escape Gaza’s conflict zones, which have been the site of intense fighting for over a year.
The U.S. Embassy in Kyiv, Ukraine, has closed its doors after receiving an issued warning Tuesday about a "potential significant air attack" expected to take place on Wednesday. Employees have been instructed to prepare to shelter in place.
