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Mexican Military Seizes Over a Ton of Fentanyl in Historic Raid

Mexican authorities announced the seizure of more than a ton of fentanyl pills in Sinaloa during two raids on Tuesday. The bust is one of the largest in the country’s history, as soldiers and marines confiscated the synthetic opioid in a state long dominated by drug cartels.

Biden Administration Locks in Telework for SSA Employees in Last-Minute Deal

The Biden administration has finalized a sweeping agreement ensuring telework protections for 42,000 Social Security Administration (SSA) employees through 2029.

Trump-Vance Transition Reaches Agreement with DOJ on FBI Background Checks for Cabinet Nominees

The Trump-Vance transition team announced Tuesday that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Department of Justice, allowing the FBI to conduct background checks and security clearances for cabinet nominees and incoming White House staff. The agreement follows a period of hesitation by the transition team, citing distrust of the FBI. Traditionally, the FBI is responsible for vetting cabinet nominees and managing security clearances, but the process had been delayed due to the lack of an agreement.

Democrat Senator Urges Biden to Expand Immigrant Protections Ahead of Expected Trump Deportation Push

Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) is urging the Biden administration to take immediate action to extend deportation protections and work permits for illegal immigrants,...

Trump Nominates Monica Crowley for Top Diplomatic Roles in His Administration

President-elect Donald Trump has tapped Monica Crowley for several prominent positions in his administration, including Ambassador, Assistant Secretary of State, and Chief of Protocol of the United States. Trump made the announcement on Wednesday via Truth Social, emphasizing her critical role in representing the U.S. at major international events during his upcoming presidency.

Judge in Hunter Biden Case Calls Pardon ‘Unconstitutional’

A federal judge overseeing Hunter Biden's California tax charges condemned President Joe Biden's statement that "no reasonable person" would find the charges fair.

Trump Pick Pete Hegseth to ‘Keep Fighting’

President-elect Donald Trump's Defense Secretary nominee, Pete Hegseth, said he does not intend to withdraw his name from consideration.

United Healthcare CEO Fatally Shot in New York City

United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson was fatally shot outside the Hilton hotel in Midtown Manhattan early Tuesday morning in what authorities believe to be a targeted attack.

Sen. Blumenthal Slams Airlines for Treating Passengers as ‘Piggy Banks’

Senator Richard Blumenthal, chair of the Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, criticized airlines for exploiting passengers with rising fees for luggage, seat assignments, and other services. Blumenthal's remarks came ahead of a Wednesday hearing titled "The Sky’s the Limit — New Revelations About Airline Fees," where executives from major airlines, including American, United, Delta, Spirit, and Frontier, are set to testify.

Trump Weighs DeSantis for Defense Secretary Amid Hegseth Scandal

President-elect Donald Trump is considering Florida Governor Ron DeSantis as a potential replacement for Pete Hegseth, his current nominee for Secretary of Defense. This development arises amid concerns over Hegseth's ability to secure Senate confirmation due to allegations of sexual misconduct and financial mismanagement.

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