President Trump dismissed at least twelve federal agencies' inspectors general, tasked with identifying and preventing government fraud and abuse, shortly after beginning his second term. Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren criticized the move, saying it dismantles checks on Trump's power and encourages corruption.
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Matthew J Huttle, recently pardoned by Trump for his role in the January 6 Capitol riot, was fatally shot by police during a traffic stop in Indiana. Huttle resisted arrest and was armed, leading to an altercation with a sheriff’s deputy. The incident raises questions about Trump’s pardons possibly encouraging further political violence.
During a press conference, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni was surprised by a bizarre question about stepping on ants and folk sayings related to rainfall. She laughed off the question while addressing other significant topics, including concerns over former US President Trump's controversial international proposals.
​"President Musk, this morning, made it clear with all his vast government experience which is basically he became rich on the federal government that he doesn't want Republicans to pass this bill. And seemingly vice president Trump kind of backed him up on that point," Kinzinger said appearing on a CNN panel discussing the spending bill.
Suni's mother said she speaks to her daughter regularly and is not concerned as she knows what Suni does and she's happy there. "She has been there before. I am kind of used to all this. I am not really worried about her. She knows what she's doing and space is as safe as anywhere else," Bonnie said in an interview with NewsNation.
Japan's Emperor Naruhito renewed his wish for world peace on his birthday, marking the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, the Imperial Household Agency said on Sunday. "I hope that this year, the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II, will be an occasion... to remember the preciousness of peace in our hearts, and to renew our commitment to peace," Naruhito said in a speech to the IHA ahead of his 65th birthday.
Luigi Mangione, an Ivy League graduate accused of shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, is expected to be extradited from Pennsylvania to New York. Mangione, 26, allegedly waited outside a Manhattan hotel before killing Thompson on December 4th. He was apprehended with a 3D-printed handgun, silencer, and ammunition. New York Governor Kathy Hochul expressed her commitment to justice.
​“As there are ongoing custody and divorce proceedings, I am not able to offer public comment. Please understand that I am first and foremost a parent. I ask for privacy at this time," Palmer posted after she had been receiving flak for having been aware of Gaiman's conduct and being an enable to all this.
US Vice President JD Vance has come under scrutiny for falsely claiming Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a deported Maryland father, was a convicted MS-13 gang member. Court documents revealed the deportation resulted from an administrative error, leading to widespread criticism and demands for accountability.
US President Donald Trump advocated for expanding the H1B visa program to include top global talent in non-STEM areas, such as high-quality waiters and wine experts. His remarks angered MAGA supporters who oppose immigration and H1B visas. Critics argue that Trump is favoring donors, despite the opposition wanting tighter immigration control.