What Happened
drone strikes remains at the center of this developing story as new details continue to emerge.
5 Drone Strikes Target US Embassy Amid UAE Airspace ReopeningThe US embassy in...
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George Clooney and his family gain French citizenship and relocate to France.
Donald Trump blasts the Clooneys on Truth Social over politics and immigration.
Clooney issues a warning about U.S. media and democracy in a Variety interview.
The debate touches on crime, immigration, and the future of...
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• House Republicans released a 255-page transcript and video of the Jack Smith deposition
• Former federal prosecutor Joyce Vance called the timing and setup “odd” and “planned”
• Vance argued the hearing aimed to trap Smith, similar to past political prosecutions
• Release on New Year’s Eve risks burying the...
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• Former President Trump attacked wind energy over bird deaths
• He shared a photo claiming it showed a bald eagle killed by a turbine
• Internet users spotted Hebrew text and identified the bird as a falcon
• The image came from Israel, not the United States
• The mistake drew...
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Trump Mobile has pushed back shipping of its T1 gold smartphones.
The phones first appeared for preorder in August 2025 at $499.
The Trump Organization now vows to ship by the end of January.
The company promises all-American service, yet phone origin is unclear.
Buyers wonder if...
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• President Trump ally Eric Bolling is under fire for backing tariffs.
• Houston crane CEO Mike Appling says tariffs help reshoring but hurt his industry.
• Tariffs raise crane costs, create supply delays, and force businesses to choose more expensive local parts.
• Business leaders urge citizens to call lawmakers...
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Minnesota’s House GOP admitted guiding the fraud video visits.
They told YouTuber Nick Shirley which centers to inspect.
The fraud video alleges over $100 million in child care abuse.
The Trump administration paused all federal funding to Minnesota.
State leaders say investigations have run for years.
Fraud Video...
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• President Trump faces rising cost-of-living concerns tied to electricity rates.
• His energy policy has shifted from past GOP positions on green power.
• Some Republicans warn that his stance may worsen inflation.
• Growing demand from data centers and AI drives electricity prices higher.
• The debate shows deep divides...
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Smith said his team had powerful evidence and expected convictions at trial.
He rejected the idea that Supreme Court immunity cleared Trump.
He warned that Trump would likely seek retribution if he could.
He explained that Trump chose which members of Congress to pressure.
He stressed that...
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• Many families and retirees face rising costs and job worries
• Groceries and health care stretch monthly budgets too thin
• Tariffs and past policies drive up everyday prices
• A growing gap leaves middle- and lower-income households behind
The Strain of the Trump Economy
As the nation moves into 2026, more...
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• Former special counsel Jack Smith says Trump’s Jan 6 tweet endangered Mike Pence
• Smith’s office led the case on election conspiracy before it shut down
• The tweet fueled anger as rioters chanted threats against Pence
• Even during violence, Trump delayed calls to stop the attack
• Smith highlighted...
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President Trump claimed his tariffs led to record U.S. investments.
He said the U.S. outpaced China by trillions of dollars in new investments.
He linked this surge to tariff rules that favor American-made products.
Experts warn these claims lack clear public evidence.
In a New Year’s Eve message,...
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President Trump blamed Democrats and insurance companies in New Year’s Eve posts.
He vowed to stop health care subsidies that help millions afford insurance.
The Affordable Care Act’s health care subsidies expire soon, risking higher costs.
Americans could face big premium hikes or lose coverage if subsidies...
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The White House is rushing the White House ballroom project without full plans.
Federal agencies say they still lack key design and construction details.
Critics warn the process may sidestep federal preservation rules.
The administration wants the ballroom built in nine months, far faster than usual.
The...
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• The Supreme Court report shows a 9% jump in filings this term.
• Chief Justice Roberts avoids mentioning Donald Trump.
• The report stresses equal rights for rich and poor.
• It makes an oblique nod to judicial independence.
• Roberts expresses optimism about America’s founding ideals.
Supreme Court report Unpacked
The Supreme...
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The U.S. military bombed three drug-smuggling boats on New Year’s Eve.
Three people died, and crew members leaped into the sea.
The military claimed the vessels formed a narcotics convoy.
Critics question the evidence and legality of the strikes.
Since September, the U.S. has launched 33 boat...
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The White House touted its 2025 MAGA wins in foreign affairs.
Supporters mocked the post for misleading claims.
Fans slammed the focus on foreign leaders over “America First.”
The debate exposed divisions within Trump’s base.
MAGA wins post sparks confusion among fans
The White House shared a post on...
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The One Big Beautiful Bill Act gives ICE a $170 billion budget boost.
ICE funding more than doubles its current operating money.
All this extra ICE funding expires on October 1, 2029.
ICE plans a $100 million wartime-style recruitment drive.
Screening problems left over a third of...
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• The Department of Homeland Security posted a graphic about massive deportations.
• The image showed a peaceful beach after “100 million deportations.”
• Critics argued the post would force out 55 million U.S. citizens.
• Courts have blocked plans to federalize the National Guard for deportations.
• Lawmakers, lawyers, and former...
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President Trump tore into alleged child care fraud in Minnesota at his Mar-a-Lago New Year’s Eve party.
A right-wing YouTuber claimed he found $100 million in fraud at Somali-run child care centers.
A top Republican lawmaker admitted she sent the YouTuber to those centers now under pause.
...
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The Trump Zelensky meeting in Palm Beach showed deep friction.
A former official cites Trump’s own insecurities as the root cause.
Trump urged Ukraine to give up territory, even threatening to cut aid.
He has twice paused US support when Zelensky refused his demands.
The tense dynamic...
