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China announced Tuesday a ban on exporting certain minerals and metals to the U.S., escalating the ongoing trade and tech war. The targeted materials—germanium, gallium, antimony, and superhard substances—are vital for manufacturing semiconductors, batteries, and military hardware.

Research by Steven Camarota from the Center for Immigration Studies highlights the significant growth in the United States' foreign-born population, driven by both legal and illegal immigration under the Biden administration. The study projects that if current immigration levels persist, the foreign-born population could exceed 82 million by 2040.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has expressed a growing interest in peace negotiations with Russia, reportedly considering a deal that would trade NATO membership for the surrender of Russian-occupied territories.

A Yale University report released Tuesday alleges that Russia has forcibly adopted at least 314 Ukrainian children from Russian-occupied regions since its 2022 invasion of Ukraine

The Biden administration announced a $6.85 billion loan on Monday to build two electric vehicle (EV) battery plants in Kokomo, Indiana.

A judge ordered Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis to turn over all communications with Jack Smith and the January 6 Committee.

President-elect Donald Trump has pledged to prioritize the release of American hostages held by Hamas, declaring that there would be "all hell to pay" if they are not freed before his January 20 inauguration.

Sen. Mike Lee (R-UT) and Rep. John James (R-MI) introduced a bill late last month that aims to partner with parents to protect children from online content that may harm minors.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has declared the conclusion of the E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's Quarter Pounder hamburgers. The outbreak, which began in late September, affected 104 individuals across 14 states, resulting in 34 hospitalizations and one death in Colorado.

Special counsel David Weiss has asked a California federal court not to dismiss the tax charges against Hunter Biden, despite President Joe Biden’s sweeping pardon of his son. In a motion filed Monday, Weiss argued that the charges should remain on the public record, even if the case is formally closed.