Four individuals have been arrested in connection with a possible gang-related shooting in Orange County, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Department.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has issued a firm warning to Pentagon officials, making it clear that those who refuse to follow President Donald Trump’s directives will be removed from their positions. During an interview on Fox News Sunday, Hegseth addressed growing speculation about a list of personnel slated for termination, denying the existence of a formal list but reiterating that officers unwilling to carry out lawful orders would be dismissed. His remarks underscore the administration’s intent to enforce strict discipline and realign the Pentagon’s priorities with the president’s defense strategy.
Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK) claimed that before Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, U.S. officials repeatedly urged Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to pursue diplomatic negotiations to avoid war. Speaking on NBC’s Meet the Press, Mullin stated that multiple warnings were given to Zelensky, suggesting that diplomatic efforts could have prevented the conflict. The senator asserted that under President Donald Trump, such a war would not have occurred, blaming the Biden administration for failing to take decisive action to prevent the war.
Former Vice President Kamala Harris took the stage at the 56th NAACP Image Awards, using her acceptance speech to take subtle jabs at President Donald Trump and tech billionaire Elon Musk. Receiving the prestigious Chairman’s Award for her contributions to public service, Harris focused on issues of civil rights, democracy, and social justice while signaling concerns over the nation’s leadership.
The United States and Ukraine are expected to finalize an agreement this week that would grant the U.S. access to Ukraine’s critical mineral resources in exchange for continued security assistance. The deal, which has been under negotiation for months, aligns with President Donald Trump’s policy of ensuring American foreign aid is tied to tangible national benefits. This agreement could significantly impact global supply chains and U.S.-Ukraine relations as the war in Eastern Europe continues.
The Trump administration is set to cut 1,600 positions from the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) before midnight. The move is part of a broader government restructuring effort aimed at reducing federal spending and streamlining operations. USAID, which manages billions in foreign aid, will see a significant workforce reduction as non-essential staff are placed on administrative leave.
A large-scale brawl broke out at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, one of the busiest travel hubs in the world. The incident took place near a Spirit Airlines gate and was caught on video, quickly spreading across social media. Dozens of individuals were seen throwing punches, kicking, and climbing over airport seating as the chaotic scene unfolded. Witnesses reported a loud commotion, with some passengers attempting to intervene while others scrambled to get away.