The U.S. Catholic bishops have reaffirmed their commitment to fighting abortion, calling it the "pre-eminent priority" for Catholic voters and a fundamental issue of justice. As part of their 9 Days for Life campaign, the U.S. Bishops’ Committee on Pro-Life Activities emphasized that protecting human life is the first duty of law, declaring abortion a direct attack on life that destroys over a million lives annually in the United States.
Pope Francis, known for his advocacy of open borders, criticized former President Donald Trump’s immigration policies, calling plans to deport individuals unlawfully in the United States “a disgrace.” The Pope’s remarks reflect his broader stance urging Western nations to welcome migrants, a position that has often clashed with conservative immigration policies.
Health officials in Philadelphia announced Wednesday that a snow goose found ill in the city tested positive for bird flu, or avian influenza. The discovery comes as the United States faces a bird flu outbreak that has sickened more than 60 people nationwide.
Colette Peters, director of the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) since August 2022, has resigned amid significant changes to the Justice Department under President Donald Trump.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is distributing over $5 million in refunds to victims of a fraudulent credit card debt relief scheme run by ACRO Services. The company and its operators were accused of deceptive practices that misled consumers about their ability to reduce or eliminate credit card debt.
A man who was caught spraying pesticide on grocery items at a big-box store in Arizona's East Valley has been formally indicted on multiple charges. According to the Maricopa County Attorney's Office, 27-year-old Charles Smith, who has been described as a TikToker, turned himself in to authorities on December 21.
Cochise County Sheriff Mark Dannels, whose jurisdiction lies along the southeastern Arizona border with Mexico, has expressed concern over a significant rise in border-related crimes. According to Dannels, these crimes have cost the county more than $14 million.
European Union Environment Commissioner Jessika Roswall announced that the European Commission is weighing a ban on PFAS, also called “forever chemicals," in consumer products.
