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Hegseth Says Proposed $1.5 Trillion Military Budget Is ‘Message to the World’
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said the Pentagon will spend its budget wisely and squeeze ‘everything possible into the best capabilities in the world.’
Trump Calls Sen. Warren After Her Speech on Democratic Party’s Future
The Massachusetts lawmaker called for Democrats to reject the influence of the wealthy and to remain staunchly progressive.
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.
Walmart to Bring Drone Delivery to 150 More Stores
The service will reach more than 40 million people nationwide, according to the company.
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Dan Bongino to Return as Radio Talk Show Host Next Month
After an 11-month tenure as the FBI’s deputy director that ended on Jan. 3, he said he will host a two-hour show on weekdays starting on Feb. 2.
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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Mexico Reports Positive Conversation With Trump on Security, Drug Trafficking
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said she remains opposed to U.S. military deployments or strikes on cartel targets inside her country.
Allegiant and Sun Country Airlines to Merge
The new airline will focus on popular vacation destinations both domestically and internationally, serving 175 cities and 22 million passengers annually.
Trump Provides Update on When $2,000 Tariff Payments Could Come
The president also says he doesn’t need Congress to pass enabling legislation.
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.
Treasury Secretary Says New Law Blocked Potential ‘$4.5 Trillion Tax Hike’
Secretary Scott Bessent made the remarks at a Minnesota event on Thursday.
Judge Halts Trump Admin From Freezing $10 Billion in Child Care Funds for 5 States
The Department of Health and Human Services said it was halting the funding due to concerns about ‘widespread fraud’ in state-administered programs.
GM Takes $7.1 Billion Hit in 4th Quarter After EV Pullback, China Reset
The Detroit automaker is the latest to reveal a substantial loss from producing electric vehicles.
