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Nobel Foundation Says Prize Can’t Be Passed On to Others After Trump–Machado Meeting
The foundation that awards the Peace Prize said that the will of Alfred Nobel stipulates that it can’t be transferred.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz Mobilizes National Guard Amid Anti-ICE Protests
Minnesota National Guard members are wearing bright vests over their uniform so anti-ICE protesters can ‘distinguish them from other agencies.’
Trump Says He’s Suing JPMorgan Chase Over Alleged Debanking
The bank responded by saying that it does not debank individuals over political beliefs.
NYC Mayor Mamdani Appoints Campaign Ally to Head Office of Equity and Racial Justice
New York City will release its preliminary plan to address what the Mamdani’s administration describes as racial inequities in city government.
Anti-ICE Protesters Target Protest Organized by Pardoned Jan. 6 Defendant in Minneapolis
The governor deployed the state National Guard to assist state police in law enforcement efforts as demonstrators and counter protesters clashed.
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Top 10 Most Wanted Fugitive Captured in Mexico: FBI
The suspect becomes the fifth fugitive on the 10 Most Wanted list to be caught by the FBI since the beginning of 2025.
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.
HUD Initiates Investigations Into Race-Based Housing Programs in Minneapolis
HUD Secretary Scott Turner called Minnesota ground zero for fraud and corruption.
Lawmakers Grapple With How to Re-Engage America’s Tech-Reliant Youth
Several state and federal bills aimed at curbing social media use and relying less on ed-tech products are in play.
Judge Restricts ICE Actions Against Protesters in Minnesota
As long as protesters are not obstructing the agents from performing their duties, they cannot be detained or tear gassed, the ruling states.
Democrat-Controlled Virginia Assembly Passes Redistricting Amendment
The proposal, which would allow Democrats to redraw the state’s congressional maps, will now go to voters in a referendum.
European Troops Won’t Change Trump’s Greenland Goals, White House Says
Several European nations have deployed small numbers of soldiers to the Danish territory as part of a mission intended to boost security in the Arctic region.
Trump Suggests Tariff for Countries That ‘Don’t Go Along With Greenland’ Plan
The president made the remarks as U.S. and Danish officials discuss the future of the world’s largest island.
Market Players React to Trump Ban on Institutional Investment in Homes
According to a recent report, institutional investment is concentrated in Sun Belt and Southwest metros.
US, Taiwan Reach $500 Billion Chips Deal
The U.S. commerce secretary said he expects TSMC to double its presence in the U.S. and the industry to build out ‘giant semiconductor industrial parks.’
Former College Basketball Players Indicted Over Alleged Scheme to Fix Games
The charges filed in the case include bribery in sporting contests, conspiracy to commit wire fraud, wire fraud, and aiding and abetting.
Moscow Says It Awaits US Reply on New START as Nuclear Arms Pact Nears Expiry
The last remaining U.S.–Russia nuclear treaty is set to lapse in early February.
Trump Questions Support for Exiled Crown Prince in Iran
The president described exiled crown prince Reza Pahlavi as ‘very nice’ but said he wasn’t sure ‘how he’d play within his own country.’
