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Maduro’s Arrest Signals a Tougher US Playbook—and New Risks for China: Analysts
Analysts say Washington’s move could reshape global alignments and weaken Beijing’s leverage across Latin America and beyond.
Judge Rules Orsted Can Resume Work on Rhode Island Offshore Wind Project
Orsted said that Revolution Wind will resume construction ‘as soon as possible.’
US Lawmakers to Travel to Denmark Amid Trump’s Greenland Comments
Trump says U.S. possession of the world’s largest island is essential to secure the Arctic amid growing threats from Beijing and Moscow.
Macomb County Clerk Says Noncitizens Are Appearing in Jury Pool at ‘Alarming Rate’
‘What we have found is very disturbing, 239 non-citizens were found in the jury pool,’ Macomb County Clerk Anthony Forlini said.
Mamdani Appoints Former State Assemblyman to Head NY Office for Media & Entertainment
Espinal said he would prioritize partnering with unions and the industry to expand good-paying union jobs.
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Judge Says Trump Admin Illegally Cut Billions in Grants From Blue States’ Climate Projects
The grants were initially canceled after a review found the projects were not financially feasible and did not advance the country’s energy needs.
10 Commandment Displays Became Law in Texas, Then the Lawsuits Came
A federal court is expected to hear lawsuits filed against laws in Louisiana and Texas directing schools to post the Ten Commandments.
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China Stands to Lose Billions in Venezuela After Maduro’s Capture
The U.S. military operation redirects Venezuela’s oil to Washington, imperiling China’s loans-for-crude agreements and the refineries that depended on it.
State Department Announces Revocation of 100,000 Visas in Trump’s Second Term
The revocations include 8,000 visas for foreign students and 2,500 specialized visas.
DOJ Inquiry Into Fed Chair: What to Know
A look at the allegations, the renovations, and the implications.
DOJ Charges Man Who Was Shot by Immigration Officers in Portland
The man admitted to having used his car as a ram to try to flee, federal authorities say.
Nearly 90 People Sick in Holland America Norovirus Outbreak: CDC
Holland America Line reported the outbreak to the CDC on Jan. 8.
RFK Jr. Alleges Germany Targeting Doctors for Legitimate Vaccine, Mask Exemptions
Germany’s minister of health said any prosecutions are for ‘false vaccination certificates or fake mask certificates.’
U-Haul Truck Appears to Drive Through Iran Protest in Los Angeles
The driver, a man who was not identified, was detained ‘pending further investigation,’ police said.
Death Toll in Clampdown on Iranian Protests Surpasses 500, Rights Group Says
About 10,600 people have been detained, a U.S.-based human rights group reported, noting that the death toll and arrest numbers will likely rise.
Trump Order Taking US Out of UN Climate Orgs Caps Flood of Corporate Exits
The move was applauded by many critics of the ESG industry, who claim that the net-zero movement has reduced living standards.
US, Partners Launch New Strikes on ISIS Targets in Syria
The strikes are part of a continuing bombing campaign in response to a Dec. 13 ISIS attack that killed two U.S. troops and a civilian interpreter.
US and Venezuela Explore Restoring Diplomatic Ties After Maduro’s Capture
Acting President Delcy Rodríguez balances calls for cooperation with condemnations of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro’s capture.
DHS Launches Fraud Investigation Into Minnesota Refugee Program
The federal review will focus on post-admission vetting and background checks.
Supreme Court Doesn’t Issue Ruling on Trump’s Tariffs, Sets Date for Next Week
The court indicated on its website that it could announce its next round of opinions on Jan. 14.
