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Venezuela’s Machado Can’t Give Her Nobel Peace Prize to Trump, Institute Says
The Venezuelan opposition leader praised President Donald Trump and U.S. forces for the mission that extracted Maduro.
6 Killed in Shooting Spree in Mississippi; Suspect in Custody
Clay County District Attorney Scott Colom said his office will pursue the death penalty.
Trump Says US Ready to Help Iranian Protesters as Death Toll Rises
The president warned Tehran against deadly force as lawmakers and world leaders condemned an intensifying crackdown.
Greenland’s Political Leaders Rebuff Trump’s Takeover Talk
At a press briefing, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said the U.S. president would not rule out the use of military force to acquire Greenland.
Member of Chinese Money Laundering Network Charged With Laundering Millions in Drug Proceeds
If convicted, Lin Yan, of California, faces up to 20 years in prison, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
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Judge to Block Trump Admin From Ending Family Reunification Parole Programs
The parole program allows U.S. citizens and green card holders to bring foreign relatives to the United States.
Schools Increasingly Consider Rewarding Teachers for Results, Not Seniority
Merit-based pay for teachers improves student performance and retains good teachers, school leaders say.
California Gov. Newsom Highlights His Record in Final State of the State Address
The governor criticized Trump while highlighting economic recovery, educational projects, a drop in homelessness, and high-speed rail progress in California.
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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.
RFK Jr.’s Food Pyramid Flip Will Have Widespread Benefits, Proponents Say
The new dietary guidelines, which were announced on Jan. 7, embrace the consumption of whole foods and represent efforts by the HHS to address chronic disease.
Unlawful Assembly Declared at Minneapolis Protest, Arrests Made
A handful of people were cuffed and taken into police custody.
FBI Names New York Field Office Chief as New Deputy Director
Christopher Raia will succeed Dan Bongino as deputy director of the FBI, the agency said.
Greenland Should Talk to US Without Denmark, Opposition Leader Says
Pele Broberg, leader of Greenlandic opposition party Naleraq, strongly favors independence for the Danish territory, which could involve a deal with Washington.
Trump Says US Action in Venezuela Does Not Set Precedent for China to Move on Taiwan
Trump said the Venezuela operation reflected a unique security threat and should not be read as a green light for Chinese action on Taiwan.
Judge Blocks Health Department From Rejecting Head Start Grants With DEI Terms
The order also bars the department from firing more Office of Head Start employees.
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.
Vance Says ‘Corporate Media’ Coverage of Minnesota Shooting Irresponsible
Reading from his cellphone, Vance cited a CNN headline that reads ‘Outrage after I.C.E. officer kills U.S. citizen in Minneapolis.’
House Passes 3-Bill Spending Package
The package was the result of negotiations among top appropriators in the House and the Senate, on both sides of the aisle.
Trump Seeks $6 Million Legal Fee Reimbursement for Dismissed Georgia Election Case
A 2025 state law allows criminal defendants to recover their legal costs when their prosecutor is disqualified for improper conduct.
Trump Hints at Years-Long US Oversight of Venezuela
The president said Washington expects to run the country’s oil sector and guide a transition with no fixed timeline following Maduro’s ouster.
Minneapolis Schools Cancel Classes Citing Protests Over Fatal ICE Shooting
Protests have broken out following the fatal shooting of a woman who allegedly tried to run over federal agents.
The Broader Strategy Behind Trump’s Removal of Venezuela’s Maduro
Trump led the most consequential action so far to restore US dominance in the Western Hemisphere and drive out the CCP.
