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A federal judge temporarily blocked President Trump’s executive order denying birthright citizenship, calling it “blatantly unconstitutional,” as Trump aims to redefine the 14th Amendment to curb illegal immigration. In Southern California, the Hughes fire has burned 10,000 acres, forced 31,000 residents to evacuate, and is 24% contained, while the smaller Sepulveda fire was quickly limited to 40...

A “last-minute crisis” with Hamas delayed Israel’s vote on a Gaza ceasefire, Biden signed an executive order boosting US cybersecurity and anti-hacking measures, a report accused Trump’s AG pick Pam Bondi of undermining voting rights, Southern California wildfires claimed 25 lives, and destroyed over 12,000 structures with winds expected to worsen next week, and Rudy Giuliani settled his defamatio...

Trump’s defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth faced scrutiny from senators about past comments and misconduct in his confirmation hearing. Hamas agreed to an early Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal draft, making the end of the 15-month conflict imminent. South Korean law enforcement officers entered the presidential residence to detain impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol. The White House announced th...

Wildfires in Los Angeles have killed 16, left 16 missing, and destroyed nearly 40,000 acres, with firefighters partially containing the Eaton and Palisades fires as strong winds threaten progress. President-elect Donald Trump was convicted in the New York hush-money case, receiving an unconditional discharge that upholds the verdict but imposes no punishment. Ukrainian President Zelensky offered t...

President-elect Donald Trump called for Congress to abolish the debt ceiling, while the House rejected his new government funding plan, risking a government shutdown if no deal is reached by Saturday. Luigi Mangione was escorted to a NYC federal court, facing multiple charges including federal stalking, weapon and murder charges that could lead to the death penalty. A Georgia state appeals court r...

Police identified the suspect in Monday’s Wisconsin school shooting as 15-year-old Natalie Rupnow, who killed a fellow student and a teacher before turning the gun on herself. Suspected CEO killer Luigi Mangione was indicted on a first-degree murder charge as an act of terrorism, potentially facing life in prison without parole. Russia's chemical weapons chief Lt. General Igor Kirillov was killed...

ABC News agreed to pay Donald Trump $15 million to settle a defamation suit over statements made by anchor George Stephanopoulos. The Israeli government approved plans to double Golan Heights settlements, which are considered illegal under international law. Cyclone Chido caused severe damage in Mayotte, with the death toll expected to reach thousands. Karen Friedman Agnifilo will represent Luigi...

FBI Director Christopher Wray announced he will resign at the end of President Biden's term next month, citing a desire to avoid further entangling the Bureau in political controversies. New evidence in the UnitedHealthcare CEO murder case revealed that Luigi Mangione’s fingerprints were a match to those found at the crime scene, as the city also saw a surge of "Wanted" posters targeting corporate...

The 26-year-old man accused of killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, Luigi Mangione, challenged his extradition to New York in a Pennsylvania court on Tuesday, as the Manhattan DA's office plans to forcibly extradite him. Israel launched a major military campaign in Syria, deploying ground troops and airstrikes while destroying the Syrian fleet in what Defense Minister Israel Katz called a...

Donald Trump, in his first network interview since winning the 2024 election, vowed to pass major tax cuts, pardon the Jan. 6th rioters, deport all illegal immigrants, and end birthright citizenship, though he did not explain how he would bypass the 14th amendment. Syrian rebel forces overthrew President Bashar al-Assad in a swift takeover, with the capital Damascus falling and the president repor...

The search for UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson’s killer continues as the NYPD releases a photo of a male suspect and investigates leads related to the murder weapon and a hostel stay. Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield reversed a controversial policy limiting anesthesia coverage during surgery, citing public outrage and misinformation. A 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck northern California, promptin...

UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson was shot and killed in a targeted attack in Manhattan on Wednesday, with police still searching for the gunman and his motive remaining unclear. French Prime Minister Michel Barnier lost a no-confidence vote, likely paving the way for his resignation amid a political crisis in France, with President Macron set to address the nation. In South Korea, opposition la...

South Korea’s President Yoon Suk Yeol lifted a controversial martial law decree after political pressure and protests, reversing his decision just hours after it was imposed. In the U.S., Donald Trump filed to dismiss his New York hush-money case, citing President Biden’s pardon of his son Hunter and arguing for presidential immunity. A Yale investigation revealed that Russia, under Putin’s leader...

A Delaware judge upheld her earlier ruling that Tesla must rescind Elon Musk's $56 billion pay package, citing "sham negotiations" in its formulation. Hezbollah launched projectiles into northern Israel on Monday, prompting Israeli airstrikes that killed at least 10 people in Lebanon, as the truce between the two sides remains fragile. Syrian opposition leader Hadi al-Bahra claimed that the ceasef...

President Biden pardoned his son Hunter, reversing his previous promise and stating political opponents targeted him. President-elect Trump nominated Kash Patel to lead the FBI, raising questions about the future of current FBI director Christopher Wray and sparking outrage among Democrats and approval from Republicans. Trump threatened 100% tariffs on BRICS nations if they support a rival currenc...

President Biden announced that the US helped broker a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, with French President Macron playing a key role in securing the deal effective November 27th. Mexico's President Claudia Sheinbaum warned of retaliatory tariffs on Mexican goods after President-elect Donald Trump threatened a 25% tariff in response to border issues. The Biden administration unveiled a pro...

President-elect Trump vowed to raise tariffs on Chinese goods by 10% and on Mexican and Canadian goods by 25% on his first day in office. Special Counsel Jack Smith filed a motion to dismiss federal charges against Trump, citing a DOJ policy barring prosecution of a sitting president, though he stressed the seriousness of the charges. Israel’s security cabinet is preparing to discuss a ceasefire a...

Talks at the COP29 summit in Azerbaijan concluded with wealthier nations agreeing to provide at least $300 billion annually to developing countries until 2035, though critics argue this is far below the $1.3 trillion needed to combat climate change. Hezbollah launched 250 projectiles into Israel, injuring six people, in response to an Israeli strike on Lebanon, marking the group's largest air atta...

Former Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz withdrew his nomination as Trump’s attorney general after Republican disagreement over his Senate confirmation, and Trump quickly replaced him with Pam Bondi, a former Florida Attorney General. The International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Hamas’ military commander, former Israeli defense minister Yoav Gallant, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netany...

President-elect Trump announced Linda McMahon, WWE co-founder and wife of Vince McMahon, as his pick for Education Secretary. Trump also selected Matthew Whitaker, former acting Attorney General, as his NATO ambassador, with a focus on Ukraine and NATO defense spending. A powerful "atmospheric river" storm hit Washington state, causing widespread power outages, injuries, and deaths, before moving...

Donald Trump announced Dr. Mehmet Oz as the new administrator for Medicare and Medicaid Services, promising healthcare cuts. The president-elect also tapped Howard Lutnick for commerce secretary, aiming for wide-ranging tariffs. Ukraine struck a Russian weapons arsenal with U.S. long-range missiles, prompting Putin to change Russia’s nuclear doctrine. New York prosecutors in Trump’s hush money cas...

Donald Trump confirmed plans to declare a national emergency and use the military for his mass deportation program, which will face many legal challenges. Trump also announced Brendan Carr as his pick for FCC chairman, who supports revoking licenses of major broadcasters for alleged political biases. Lawyers for Sean “Diddy” Combs accused prosecutors of misconduct after a raid on his cell led to a...

President Joe Biden has authorized Ukraine to use long-range American missiles inside Russia, as 10,000 North Korean troops join Moscow's forces in Kursk. An Israeli strike in Beirut killed Hezbollah's chief spokesman, while another in Gaza killed at least 30 people, raising the Palestinian death toll to over 43,846. Defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth paid off a woman accusing him of sexual as...

President-elect Trump nominated Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as Secretary of Health and Human Services and his defense lawyer, Todd Blanche, as Deputy Attorney General, with Kennedy pledging a return to "evidence-based science." A new report revealed a woman testified to the House Ethics Committee that Matt Gaetz had sex with her at 17, just as Gaetz, nominated by Trump for Attorney General, resigned fro...

President-elect Donald Trump and President Biden met in the Oval Office Wednesday, marking a return to the tradition Trump broke in 2020, with both pledging a smooth transition. NBC projected that Republicans will retain control of the House with a slim majority, positioning Trump to advance his agenda with a GOP-led Congress. In a surprising move, Trump nominated Rep. Matt Gaetz as attorney gener...