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Trump Envoy Pushes for Gaza Ceasefire, Hostage Deal Before January Inauguration

President-elect Donald Trump’s incoming Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, held high-stakes meetings in November with leaders in Qatar and Israel to advance a potential ceasefire and hostage release agreement in Gaza before Trump’s January 20 inauguration, according to sources briefed on the discussions.

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.

Fetterman Suggests Support if Trump Picks DeSantis For Secretary of Defense

Senator John Fetterman (D-PA) expressed uncertainty Wednesday about supporting President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination of Pete Hegseth as Secretary of Defense but indicated he might back the nomination if Florida Governor Ron DeSantis were chosen instead.

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.

Mexico Detains 5,200 Migrants in Nationwide Sweep

Mexican authorities detained over 5,200 migrants across the country on Tuesday, a significant enforcement action as the U.S. pressures Mexico to curb migration and drug trafficking at its border.

Peter Navarro Picked for Trade and Manufacturing Senior Counselor

President-elect Donald Trump announced that Peter Navarro will serve as the Senior Counselor for Trade and Manufacturing in the incoming Trump administration.

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.

Massachusetts Judge Faces New Reprimand for Alleged Misconduct in ICE Evasion Incident

Judge Shelley M. Richmond Joseph, who previously faced felony charges for allegedly aiding an illegal migrant’s escape from federal immigration authorities, is once again under scrutiny. The Massachusetts Commission on Judicial Conduct filed formal charges Monday, accusing Joseph of “willful judicial misconduct” and actions “unbecoming” of a judicial officer. The charges are now before the state Supreme Judicial Court.

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