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RFK Jr. Faces Senate Scrutiny Over HHS Nomination Amid Vaccine Concerns

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President-elect Donald Trump’s nominee for Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS), is meeting with Senate Democrats on key health committees to discuss his nomination

Kentucky Mayor Declares ‘Snow Emergency’ Over Town

Mayor Linda Gorton declared a snow emergency in Lexington, Kentucky this week as the city continues to experience heavy snowfall, with more expected in the coming days.

Missing Kansas City Woman Confirmed Dead During Severe Winter Storm

Kansas City police have confirmed the death of a missing woman during a severe winter storm.

Winter Storm Wreaks Havoc Across U.S., Bringing Snow, Ice, and Travel Chaos

A powerful winter storm swept across central and southern states to the East Coast on Monday, creating dangerous travel conditions, power outages, and widespread disruptions. Snow, ice, and freezing temperatures caused schools, businesses, and government offices to shut down across multiple states.

Sen. Mitch McConnell Absent From Trump Election Certification

Senator Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) was conspicuously absent from Monday’s 2024 election certification proceedings.

Nancy Pelosi Returns to Congress Using Walker After Hip Surgery

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, 84, was seen using a walker on the House floor during Monday’s joint session of Congress to certify President-elect Donald Trump’s 2024 election victory. The sighting comes weeks after Pelosi underwent hip replacement surgery following a fall during a bipartisan congressional delegation (CODEL) trip overseas.

Ground Stop Issued at Chicago O’Hare Due to Icy Weather

A ground stop was issued at O'Hare Airport on Monday morning due to snowy and icy conditions.

Biden Lashes Out at Reporters: Claims to Know More World Leaders Than They’ve Met

President Joe Biden sharply criticized reporters during a press interaction Sunday, declaring he knows “more world leaders” than they’ve encountered in their “whole goddamn life.” The remarks followed a question about whether President-elect Donald Trump poses a threat to democracy.

Bono and Others Honored with Presidential Medal of Freedom by Biden

U2 frontman Bono was among 19 individuals awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest U.S. civilian honor, by outgoing President Joe Biden on Saturday. The recipients, spanning culture, politics, and activism, were recognized for their significant contributions to America and the world.

Central U.S. Battled by Snow and Ice as Major Winter Storm Moves East

A severe winter storm swept across the central United States on Sunday, causing hazardous conditions, widespread disruptions, and prompting warnings from authorities. The storm, impacting states from Kansas to New Jersey, brought snow, ice, and high winds, while the South faced tornado threats and freezing temperatures. Over 60 million people remained under weather alerts as the storm tracked eastward.

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