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US Sanctions Venezuelans Citing Tren de Aragua Ties
The alleged financial leader of Tren de Aragua was among those sanctioned by the Treasury Department.
Federal Judge Approves Refunds for Jan. 6 Couple Pardoned by Trump
‘Having viewed the question afresh, the court now agrees with the defendants,’ U.S. District Judge James Boasberg said.
California Launches Public Portal for Reporting Allegations of Federal Immigration Agent Misconduct
California’s new web portal is part of broader state resistance to federal enforcement efforts.
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FDA Appoints Doctor Who Led COVID-19 Vaccine Death Investigation as Top Drug Regulator
Dr. Tracy Beth Hoeg will lead the Center for Drug Evaluation and Research.
Education Groups Propose Minimum Teaching Workload for Public University Professors
Tenure should be based on instruction rather than the publication of scholarly journal articles that no one outside of academia reads, policy expert says.
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US to Restrict Visas for Nigerians Carrying Out Anti-Christian Violence: Rubio
The United State ‘is taking decisive action in response to the mass killings and violence against Christians [in Nigeria],’ Secretary of State Marco Rubio said.
Senators Push to Designate Russia a Terrorist State Amid Allegations of Mass Child Kidnapping, Brainwashing
Ukraine has said it is ‘non-negotiable’ that all kidnapped children must be returned before Kyiv accepts any peace deal with Moscow.
Key Takeaways From Isaacman’s 2nd Nomination Hearing for NASA Chief
Trump’s nominee for NASA administrator said he would lead with urgency.
Rubio Says Venezuelan Government a ‘Transshipment Organization’ for Drug Trafficking
The secretary of state’s comments come amid an escalating pressure campaign against Venezuela and the Maduro regime in recent weeks.
CDC Advisers to Vote on Whether to Change Vaccine Schedule
The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices will vote on delaying the first dose of hepatitis B vaccination.
West Virginia Reinstates Ban on Religious Exemptions From School Vaccine Requirements
The state’s education board said the reinstated ban ‘will be in effect until the Supreme Court issues further guidance.’
Federal Ruling Blocks Trump’s Medicaid Funding Cut to Planned Parenthood in 22 States
The decision comes as Planned Parenthood says 20 health centers have closed since September.
Hegseth Says He Didn’t Watch 2nd Boat Strike, Backs Commander
The defense secretary said he left part way through the operation and did not see survivors following the initial strike on Sept. 2.
Venezuela Permits US Deportation Flights to Continue Despite Trump’s Airspace Warning
The announcement came after Trump said that U.S. airspace over Venezuela should be considered closed until further notice.
Michael and Susan Dell Pledge $6.25 Billion to Seed ‘Trump Accounts’ for 25 Million Children
The gift will fund $250 deposits for children aged 10 and under who were born prior to the Jan. 1, 2025, qualifying date to receive $1,000 from the government.
Trump to Host Netanyahu at White House, Prime Minister’s Office Says
Trump and Netanyahu discussed demilitarization of Hamas and expansion of peace agreements during a phone call on Dec. 1.
Trump Signs Bill to More Than Triple Pensions for Medal of Honor Recipients
The Medal of Honor Act, signed by the president on Monday evening, nearly quadruples recipients’ pensions in the first increase in nearly 25 years.
In Photos: First Lady Unveils White House Christmas Decor
The theme for 2025 is ‘Home Is Where the Heart Is.’
