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US–Venezuela Tensions Escalate: What to Know
Strikes on drug vessels, a deepening military buildup near Venezuela, and revived congressional scrutiny mark the latest phase of the U.S.–Venezuela tension.
Education Department to Shift More Work to Other Agencies Amid Dismantling
Secretary Linda McMahon said she’s still focused on the ‘final mission’ of eventually eliminating her department.
House Passes Bill to Release Epstein Files
The measure, which Trump said he would sign, heads to the Senate, where its fate is uncertain.
US Lifts Tariffs on Philippine Agricultural Exports Worth $1 Billion
Nearly half of the Philippines’ $14.5 billion in exports to the United States will be free from the reciprocal tariffs, Manila officials said.
Trump Says Indiana Governor ‘Must Produce’ on Redistricting
In an X post, Gov. Mike Braun said he is committed to working with the White House to redraw congressional districts, and criticized the state Senate.
Trump Says Jerome Powell’s Fed Successor May Already Be Picked
‘I’d love to get the guy currently in there out right now, but people are holding me back,’ President Donald Trump told reporters.
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Trump Says He'll Only Back Direct Health Care Payment Legislation
In a post on Truth Social, the president took a harder stance against health care companies and the Affordable Care Act.
Tom Cruise Accepts First-Ever Oscar at 2025 Governors Awards
The ‘Mission: Impossible’ star was awarded an Honorary Oscar during 16th Governors Awards at the Ray Dolby Ballroom on Nov. 16.
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Commission Makes Sweeping Recommendations to Counter Beijing’s Aggressive Tactics
The commissioners said it is a matter of whether the United States can move fast enough to reduce dependencies on China.
US Marines Conduct Drills in Trinidad and Tobago as Tensions Rise With Neighboring Venezuela
The joint drills between the U.S. Marines and members of the Trinidad and Tobago Defence Force are set to run until Nov. 21.
RFK Jr. Says Government Going to Figure Out What’s Causing Food Allergies
One cause may be aluminum in vaccines, the health secretary said.
Judge Tosses DOJ Lawsuit, Upholds NY State Law Curbing ICE Arrests in Courthouses
The federal judge said New York was protecting its sovereignty ‘in the face of undue federal interference.’
Trump Promises $2,000 Tariff Rebate Check to Low- and Middle-Income Taxpayers in 2026
Rebate checks would have to be approved through legislation, according to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
Infant Botulism Outbreak Expands to 23 Cases Across 13 States
Federal officials say the botulism toxin is linked to recalled ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula products.
Homeowners Pay $16,000 Per Year in Hidden Ownership Costs: Zillow
The hidden costs worsen the home affordability crisis amid elevated home prices and mortgage rates.
Trump Tells Republicans to Back Epstein Files Release
‘We have nothing to hide, and it’s time to move on from this Democrat Hoax,’ the president wrote in a post on Truth Social.
US Military Carries Out 21st Strike on Suspected Drug Boat
Three men were killed in the strike, bringing the total number killed in military anti-drug activity to 83.
Trump Withdraws Nominee for Top IRS Lawyer
Donald Korb served in the Bush administration from 2004 to 2008.
‘Catholic Church Is Wrong’ on Illegal Immigration, Homan Says
United States Conference of Catholic Bishops said it opposes the ‘indiscriminate mass deportation’ of people.
DHS Drives Historic Drop in US Foreign-Born Population
In January, there were 53.3 million immigrants in the country; this number dipped to 51.9 million in June, the first decline since the 1960s, according to Pew.
Congressional Democrats Urge Supreme Court to Limit Trump’s Power to Remove Officials of Independent Agencies
The Democrats said Congress should be able to limit the reasons for which presidents can fire officials in certain agencies.
