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EU Hosts Emergency Meeting in Response to Trump’s Tariffs Over Greenland
Trump said the United States would impose increasing tariffs on eight European nations rejecting a U.S. purchase of Greenland starting Feb. 1.
Abigail Spanberger Sworn In as Virginia’s First Female Governor
Spanberger won 57 percent of the vote in the Nov. 4 election, while Republican Winsome Earle-Sears received 42 percent.
Trump Calls for New Leadership in Iran
Trump made the statement as the country’s leader admitted thousands have been killed during mass protests against the Islamist regime.
NASA on Future of Manual Control in Spaceflight
‘The state of technology is where it is, and we’re not going to undo all of that,’ Artemis II Pilot Victor Glover said.
UN Global Treaty on Ocean Conservation Takes Effect
The treaty’s bodies and decision-making processes are currently being shaped by the UN Preparatory Commission.
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HUD Initiates Investigations Into Race-Based Housing Programs in Minneapolis
HUD Secretary Scott Turner called Minnesota ground zero for fraud and corruption.
Trump Admin Pauses Tax Refund Seizures, Wage Garnishments for Defaulted Student Loans
Education officials said the suspension is meant to allow more time to implement student loan payment reforms.
Newsom Defends California Sanctuary Policies in Sit-Down With Ben Shapiro
In a podcast sit-down, Gov. Gavin Newsom defended California’s sanctuary laws and said the state still works with ICE on violent criminals.
FAA Warns Airlines of Military Activities in Central America, Eastern Pacific
The aviation regulator said it issued notices to airlines, which will be in effect for 60 days.
What to Know About HHS’s Child Care Funding Freeze
The Trump administration is tightening oversight and freezing some funds. Here’s a breakdown of where child care money comes from and how it’s distributed.
Exiled Iranian Prince Lays Out Plan to Retake Country
As civil unrest mounts in Iran, the exiled royal said he’s uniquely positioned to guide the country though a leadership change.
Treasury Department Imposes Sanctions on Supporters of Iran-Backed Houthis Terrorists
Those sanctioned have their property and interests in the United States blocked.
Dr. Oz Says Minnesota Fraud Coverup Reaches ‘Highest Levels’ of State Government
The Trump administration said it would freeze child care funds in Minnesota unless officials there provide more data about the programs.
Trump, Schumer Hold Rare Meeting at White House to Discuss Gateway Tunnel Project
The interstate tunnel project to connect New York and New Jersey, which has a $16 billion price tag, has been put on hold by the administration.
Trump Backs Palestinian Technocratic Group
The board, to be chaired by the U.S. president, will oversee a Palestinian technocratic committee.
US Imposes Sanctions on Iran Over Deadly Clampdown on Protests
Those sanctioned include the secretary of Iran’s Supreme Council for National Security and four other local military and police commanders.
European Troops Arrive in Greenland as Macron Calls Emergency Meeting
‘At Denmark’s request, I have decided that France will participate in the joint exercises organized by Denmark in Greenland,’ Macron said in a post on X.
Unemployment Claims Drop Below 200,000 as Layoffs Stay Low
Recurring jobless claims also fall below 1.9 million, suggesting out-of-work people are finding jobs.
No Plan to Hang Protesters, Iranian Foreign Minister Says
Trump earlier said that executions by the regime won’t take place.
