US Treasury sanctions weapons network between Iran and Venezuela, targeting 10 entities involved in drone transfers and missile technology to combat global proliferation threats.
Federal judge blocks Texas app age verification law on First Amendment grounds, halting requirements that would have mandated ID checks for all app downloads starting January 2026.
Trump and Netanyahu meet at Mar-a-Lago for pivotal Middle East talks addressing Gaza ceasefire, Lebanon tensions, and Iran threats ahead of Trump's January return to the White House.
Congress races against time with just 8 joint session days before January 30 funding deadline, as prediction markets show 38% chance of another shutdown following the recent 43-day closure.
Texas battles Trump administration over $3.3B in federal funding at risk due to state AI law, highlighting tensions between state regulations and federal control in tech policy.
Bowdoin alum Zohran Mamdani wins NYC mayoral race with over 1 million votes, assembles 400-member transition team to tackle housing, childcare, and transportation challenges.
President Biden's 2025 Christmas message emphasizes America's faith, family, and freedom principles while honoring service members, striking a more optimistic tone than his COVID-era holiday addresses.
Texas Governor Abbott proposes controversial "Chief State Prosecutor" position to override "progressive DAs" he claims refuse to prosecute criminals, sparking debate over state vs. local authority.
Trump ends 43-day government shutdown with CR funding through 2026, granting his administration unusual flexibility to reallocate billions in federal spending without congressional approval.
Texas AG Paxton defends Gov. Abbott's controversial designation of CAIR as a terrorist organization, setting up a legal battle over state powers, civil liberties and free speech.
