Incoming officials in President-elect Donald Trump’s administration are reportedly crafting a sanctions strategy aimed at expediting a resolution to the Russia-Ukraine conflict. According to Bloomberg, the plan includes options to pressure Moscow while managing global oil market stability amid existing sanctions on major producers like Russia, Iran, and Venezuela.
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During a contentious Senate confirmation hearing on Tuesday, U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) faced criticism for her questioning of Secretary of Defense nominee Pete Hegseth. Duckworth repeatedly pressed Hegseth with demands for a "yes or no" answer regarding his experience leading audits, a line of questioning some found overly aggressive.
The prolonged legal ordeal for Alfredo Luna, a former decorated police officer and Marine veteran, concluded on January 13th with the dismissal of charges against him by the Riverside County District Attorney in California. Luna’s case, initiated in 2021 following the events of January 6th, has been fraught with controversy and accusations of procedural overreach.
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for Secretary of Defense, firmly countered accusations from Sen. Mazie Hirono (D-HI) during his Senate Armed Services Committee confirmation hearing. Hirono cited anonymous reports claiming Hegseth drank on the job at Fox News—allegations refuted by numerous former colleagues and associates.
Amid the wildfires devastating Los Angeles, nine individuals have been charged with looting in evacuation zones, adding another layer of hardship for residents struggling to recover. Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman announced the charges on Monday, emphasizing a zero-tolerance policy for those exploiting the crisis.
