Congressional leaders revealed a stopgap funding bill on Tuesday to keep the government operational until March 14, setting off a race to pass the legislation by the end of the week.
A lawsuit described by lawyers as the "first of its kind" alleges that major food companies, including Coca-Cola, Nestlé, and General Mills, intentionally designed their products to be addictive. The lawsuit, filed by a Pennsylvania teenager, argues that the companies draw from the "cigarette playbook."
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) faced a stinging defeat following the 2024 election as Republicans solidified their hold on Congress and President Trump reclaimed the White House. This latest blow came when Schumer’s effort to secure a Democratic majority on the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) failed, marking a dramatic shift in the political landscape.
Vice President Kamala Harris has been making the rounds at holiday gatherings, but her recent appearances have sparked concerns over her demeanor and coherence. During a Christmas party at the Naval Observatory on Wednesday evening, Harris raised eyebrows with her tipsy-sounding remarks and signature cackling.
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator Michael Whitaker announced that he will resign on January 20. The resignation comes as he has accused SpaceX of violating FAA regulations.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu testified in court Tuesday, recounting how former U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry boasted about the strength of U.S.-trained Afghan forces during the Obama administration. Netanyahu said Kerry used Afghanistan as an example to advocate for U.S. training and arming of Palestinian police forces, part of an effort to pressure Israel into concessions in Judea and Samaria (the West Bank).
The House Task Force investigating the assassination attempts on President-elect Donald Trump released its final report Tuesday, highlighting critical security failures and leadership lapses.
The Pentagon has temporarily grounded its fleet of V-22 Osprey aircraft following concerns over weakened metal components that may have contributed to a recent near-crash. This marks the latest challenge for the embattled tiltrotor aircraft, which has faced increasing safety issues in recent years.
