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BofA CEO Calls Economy ‘Pretty Solid’ but Warns Consumer Pullback Is Top Risk for 2026
Bank of America data show spending is up by more than 4 percent, even as sentiment surveys remain subdued.
Trump Says US ‘Knocked Out a Big Facility’ in Campaign Against Drug Boats
The president made the comments in a radio interview with billionaire John Catsimatidis on Dec. 26.
Trump to Meet Netanyahu for Talks on Gaza and Regional Security
The meeting follows months of intensive diplomacy in preparation for the next phase of the Gaza cease-fire.
Ground Beef Products Recalled Across 6 US States
Individuals have been advised not to consume the products and instead throw them away or return them to the place of purchase.
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Trump Says US, Ukraine ‘A Lot Closer’ to Peace Plan Agreement After Meeting With Zelenskyy
Lingering territorial disputes—particularly around the heavily Russian-occupied Donbas region—still have to be resolved.
Education Department Has Rejected Over 300,000 Requests for Lower Student Loan Repayments
The American Federation of Teachers previously sued Trump to maintain the existing arrangement for student borrowers.
California Ends Lawsuit Against Federal Government Over High-Speed Rail Funding
The Trump administration canceled $4 billion in funding for the project in July.
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As Church Shootings Persist, Congregations Grapple With How to Handle Security
Shane Canestra credits training, attentiveness, and professionalism of his church’s security team with preventing a mass shooting at his church in 2023.
Trump Says 2026 Midterms Will Be Referendum on Prices, Economic Success
Lowering energy costs by boosting domestic production has been central to Trump’s strategy on inflation and affordability.
Group of Deported Venezuelans Seek to Challenge Expulsion in US Court
Venezuelans once held in El Salvador’s Terrorism Confinement Center call on Washington to comply with a court ruling on due process rights.
US Likely to Record Largest Single-Year Drop in Murders, Analysts Say
The drop in murders coincides with high-profile federal anti-crime initiatives.
Silver Tops $75 as Record-Breaking Precious Metals Run Continues
Gold and platinum also hit fresh all-time highs.
Russia Reports Slow but Steady Progress in Ukraine Peace Talks, Accuses Europe of Undermining Effort
Moscow said U.S.-led negotiations are inching forward and accused European allies of undermining the effort, as Ukraine said key disputes remain unresolved.
Chinese Christians Face a Hard Christmas
Daughter of jailed Chinese church leader, pastors share sorrow and resilience amid Beijing’s ongoing suppression of faith.
Tina Peters Asks Colorado Appeals Court to Recognize Trump’s Pardon
Colorado officials say the pardon is invalid because Peters was convicted under state law and the president may grant pardons only for federal offenses.
ICE Agents Hurt in Minnesota Arrest as Tensions Rise Over Immigration Enforcement
Two agents were injured while trying to apprehend a Cuban national, who allegedly struck the officers with his vehicle.
US Consumers Grow More Optimistic About Future Finances, Recession Fears Retreat
Consumers remained cautious on big-ticket spending, but expectations for household finances reached their most positive level in nearly a year.
Tennessee Judge Postpones Abrego Garcia Trial Amid Claims of Vindictive Prosecution
Instead, an evidentiary hearing has been scheduled allowing the government to make arguments against the claims.
350 Louisiana National Guard Members Deploying to Assist Law Enforcement Efforts
A Pentagon spokesman said the deployment, supported by Louisiana’s governor, would help curb crime in New Orleans and other metropolitan areas.
