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The United States today announced new tariffs on European nations over the Greenland issue. President Donald Trump said the sanctions start on Feb. 1 and won't stop until a deal is reached.In a new development in the Iranian protests, Trump today called for a change in Iran's leadership. That follows a more conciliatory tone a day earlier, when Trump thanked the regime for canceling the executions of anti-regime protesters.After Trump announced the formation of a Gaza Board of Peace to oversee the rebuilding of Gaza, the Israeli prime minister's office said on X today that the board's composition “was not coordinated with Israel and runs contrary to its policy.” It also said Israel's foreign affairs minister will contact U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio about the issue.

President Donald Trump is warning of consequences for what he calls “agitators” and “insurrectionists” in Minnesota. That comes as the Department of Homeland Security says that over the past five weeks, 2,500 illegal immigrants have been arrested in Minneapolis.Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi says he is ready to lead the country through a transition but is urging Western countries to take action against the regime to complete its collapse. Meanwhile, the White House is detailing phase two of Trump's Gaza peace plan. This comes after Trump announced the formation of the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza.Canada has struck a deal with China. Prime Minister Mark Carney says Ottawa will cut its tariff on Chinese electric vehicles, while China lowers its tariff on Canadian canola. Carney announced the agreement after meetings in Beijing, where he and Chinese Communist Party leader Xi Jinping pledged to improve relations. Trump said today he has no objection to the deal.

The Department of Homeland Security says an ICE agent was assaulted by three criminal illegal immigrants Wednesday night in Minnesota. DHS says the agent, fearing for his life, fired his weapon defensively and struck one of the suspects in the leg. President Donald Trump is now threatening to invoke the Insurrection Act, calling the anti-ICE protests in Minnesota a travesty, as the White House doubles down on defending law enforcement.Protests in Iran appear to have quieted down. This comes after reports that more than 12,000 protesters were killed, while the Iranian regime continues mass arrests of individuals it labels terrorists. Meanwhile, several European countries are sending soldiers to Greenland, as Trump increases calls to protect the island from adversaries—especially China and Russia.Trump today met with Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado at the White House. The meeting comes as the U.S. military confirms the seizure of a sixth sanctioned oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela.

Disturbing numbers are being reported from Iran's protests. According to the London-based outlet Iran International, at least 12,000 people have been killed. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump says he's been told by “important sources” that Iran has stopped killing anti-regime protesters. This comes as the president weighs possible U.S. military intervention in Iran.The president is also renewing his vow to acquire Greenland, calling anything less than Greenland in U.S. hands “unacceptable.” He cites national security risks, warning the territory could otherwise fall under the influence of Russia and China.The United States is pausing all visa processing for 75 countries, including Somalia, Russia, Nigeria, Cuba, Pakistan, and Thailand. The pause is set to begin Jan. 21 and will continue indefinitely, as the state department reassess its screening and vetting procedures.

A human rights group says the death toll from Iran's protests has now surpassed 2,000. The actual number is feared to be much higher. President Donald Trump is urging Iranian regime leaders to “show humanity” while encouraging protesters to “take over” institutions.The Supreme Court on Tuesday heard oral arguments on whether restrictions on transgender athletes in girls' sports violate civil rights law. The states argue that in women's sports, biology matters.The Trump administration has revoked Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for thousands of Somalis living in the United States, saying Somalia no longer meets the law's requirements for TPS. Meanwhile, the Department of Homeland Security is calling on Minnesota Governor Tim Walz to honor over 1,300 ICE detainers.

President Donald Trump vows that any country doing business with Iran will face a 25 percent U.S. tariff. This comes as the president warns he may carry out strikes against Iran over its violent crackdown on anti-regime protests. A human rights group says the death toll from the unrest has now risen to 572.Trump is set to meet with the Venezuelan opposition leader later this week, as the administration warns Americans in Venezuela to “leave the country immediately.”Immigration law enforcement operations are not slowing down in Minnesota. Last week, 2,000 federal agents were sent to the state, with more expected this week. The Department of Homeland Security says agents faced 10 car-ramming attacks last week. The state of Minnesota and the Twin Cities are now suing the Trump administration, with Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison calling the recent immigration law enforcement operations a “federal invasion.”

President Donald Trump is warning Cuba to make a deal with the United States, adding that oil deliveries will be cut off. We have more on Cuba's ties to Venezuelan oil and what officials say the country has been trading in return.As protests in Iran continue, the regime is now threatening to attack U.S. outposts in the region. Arian Pasdar has what Trump is saying about the current situation.What's next for Venezuela's oil? Trump says oil companies will spend $100 billion to rebuild the industry there. Our panel unpacks what this means for the region and the world.A neurologist explains why the onset of Alzheimer's isn't random or inevitable, sharing details on what steps can be taken to lower risk.And mythical dragons and emperors have touched down in Paris with an exhibition capturing the mystery of China's mythological beast. Find out which eras the exhibition spans and what separates Chinese dragons from those in western folklore.

U.S. forces struck multiple ISIS targets across Syria this afternoon, as U.S. representatives met with Syria's president. The strikes were in response to the deadly ISIS attack on U.S. and Syrian soldiers last month, which resulted in the deaths of two American soldiers and one civilian interpreter.Mass protests in Iran are showing no signs of slowing down. Today on Truth Social, U.S. President Donald Trump said Iran is looking at freedom “perhaps like never before,” and that the United States stands ready to help.Anti-ICE protests continue in Minnesota—with many others reportedly planned across the country this weekend—in response to the death of 37-year-old Renee Nicole Good. Last night in Minneapolis, police detained 30 protesters after declaring an unlawful assembly. Police say demonstrators targeted a series of hotels where they suspected immigration agents were staying, forced their way into hotel lobbies, and caused damage.

President Trump meets with top oil executives at the White House today, discussing a possible return to Venezuela to rebuild its oil infrastructure. This comes as the U.S. has seized a fifth sanctioned oil tanker with links to Venezuela in the Caribbean, as others attempt to evade U.S. law enforcement.New footage of Wednesday's shooting by an ICE agent in Minnesota appears to show that the officer was struck by the protester's vehicle. Meanwhile, federal immigration officers shot and wounded two people in a vehicle in Portland on Thursday. According to the Department of Homeland Security, the driver attempted to run agents over during a targeted vehicle stop. DHS says the two individuals are affiliates of Tren de Aragua, which the U.S. has designated a foreign terrorist organization.Protests against the Iranian regime continue across Iran. Fires were seen burning in the capital alongside the latest demonstrations. Internet and phone lines were cut nationwide as the protests began. The Human Rights Activists News Agency says the death toll has now risen to 62.

Tensions are high in Minneapolis after an ICE officer fatally shot a woman yesterday. The Department of Homeland Security says protesters weaponized vehicles to attack federal officers four times yesterday alone. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has authorized the Minnesota National Guard to support local law enforcement in maintaining peace and public safety during demonstrations.The Senate today advanced consideration of a war powers resolution regarding Venezuela. Five Republicans joined Democrats, but the Senate still has two more procedural votes ahead, and the president could veto the legislation. Meanwhile, the House passed a Democratic bill that would extend the expired Affordable Care Act enhanced credits for three more years.The Trump administration is withdrawing the United States from 66 international organizations, conventions, and treaties that it says go against the country's interests. Among them, 31 are tied to the United Nations.

President Donald Trump is defending law enforcement after another alleged attack on Wednesday on Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. Officials say a Minneapolis protester used her car to try to run over an ICE officer, who fired shots in response. Local authorities are calling on ICE to leave Minnesota after the deadly incident.Trump announced a deal under which the U.S. will sell sanctioned Venezuelan oil, between 30 million and 50 million barrels, with proceeds partly allocated to Venezuela on the condition that it purchases only American products.The U.S. confirmed the seizure of two more sanctioned oil tankers linked to Venezuela. One was seized in the Caribbean and the other in the North Atlantic near Iceland.

President Donald Trump provided new details on Operation Absolute Resolve—the mission that led to the capture of former Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro and his wife—on Tuesday. Trump touted the operation's success and vowed to address not only Venezuela, but other countries serving as proxies for America's adversaries. In reaction to his remarks, European leaders today voiced support for Denmark over Greenland and called for stronger collective Arctic security through NATO.The president delivered wide-ranging remarks to House Republicans at the Trump–Kennedy Center this morning, outlining the party's agenda for the year ahead and eulogizing California Republican Representative Doug LaMalfa, who passed away Monday at the age of 65. Meanwhile, lawmakers are preparing to vote on a minibus bill to advance government funding ahead of the Jan. 31 deadline, in an effort to avert another government shutdown.The CDC has announced major changes to its vaccine recommendations, reducing the number of shots advised for all children. Meanwhile, the Trump administration is moving to halt more than $10 billion in child care and social services funding to five states over concerns that benefits may have gone to non-citizens. The pause would affect California, Colorado, Illinois, Minnesota, and New York.

President Donald Trump is laying out his plans for Venezuela, two days after the capture of former regime leader Nicolás Maduro. The president also says Cuba's communist government may be on the verge of collapse following Maduro's arrest, and added remarks that fueled speculation about potential U.S. policy moves involving Colombia, Mexico, and Greenland. Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, pleaded not guilty today during an arraignment hearing in Manhattan. The pair face charges including narco-terrorism conspiracy, drug trafficking, and weapons offenses. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced he will not seek reelection this year. The decision comes amid mounting pressure tied to alleged fraud in the state that has drawn increased scrutiny. Meanwhile, the Pentagon is censuring Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) for “reckless misconduct,” after Kelly and five other Democratic lawmakers urged U.S. service members in a video message last November to refuse what they called “illegal orders.”

Venezuela's supreme court has named another socialist figure as the country's interim leader. At the same time, Venezuelan refugees are celebrating an end to autocratic rule. That's in light of the fall of socialist leader Nicolás Maduro.A human rights group has said that Iranian forces have killed 17 protesters during recent demonstrations. This comes after President Donald Trump said the United States would intervene if Iran kills peaceful protesters.As for the global impact of the strikes in Venezuela and what signal this sends, our panel breaks it down.And in a rare treat for art lovers, 17th century masterpieces by Rembrandt—and the people he inspired—are on display at an exhibition in the Sunshine State. Find out how many artists are featured in the exhibition.

The United States announced the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, after overnight strikes in the capital city, Caracas. The operation followed months of increasing pressure by the Trump administration.President Donald Trump said the United States lost no aircraft and had no casualties in the operation.Maduro and his wife were transported to the USS Iwo Jima before being flown to the United States to face indictments, including on narco-terrorism. Trump announced that the United States will run Venezuela until "we can do a safe, proper, and judicious transition."

President Donald Trump on Jan. 2 vowed to come to the aid of the opposition in Iran if protesters are killed by the Tehran regime. Several people have already been killed in the Islamic Republic after demonstrations over the nation's ailing economy turned violent, Iranian media and rights groups reported earlier.Prosecutors in Switzerland say sparklers likely caused the fire that left at least 40 people dead on New Year's Eve. Many of the victims were foreigners. Americans were in the alpine town, but it's not yet clear if any are among the victims.

About 40 people were killed and another 115 injured, most of them seriously, after a fire ripped through a bar's New Year celebration in a Swiss Alpine resort less than two hours after midnight on Thursday, police said. Authorities did not immediately have an exact count of the deceased.A significant escalation in the recent unrest in Iran. For the first time, authorities are reporting deaths. A Washington-based non-profit in Iran said two demonstrators were killed during protests in Lordegan and state-run IRNA news agency is reporting that a Guard member was killed. The recent uprising is over rising prices, inflation, and cost of living, as well as the country's currency plummeting.Zohran Mamdani was sworn in as New York City's mayor just past midnight on Thursday, becoming the first Muslim, South Asian, and Africa-born leader of the nation's largest city. Mamdani's democratic socialist platform, promising to tackle affordability, led him to the office at just 34 years old.

In a statement on Truth Social on Wednesday, President Donald Trump said he will withdraw National Guard troops from multiple U.S. cities, including Chicago, Los Angeles, and Portland. He said crime has been “greatly reduced by having these great Patriots in those cities.” The announcement came after the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that Trump could not deploy National Guard troops to protect federal immigration agents.The White House says it is ramping up resources to hold people accountable for alleged rampant fraud in Minnesota. The Department of Health and Human Services says it's freezing all child care payments to the state and putting additional safeguards in place.Moscow today released video footage of a downed drone, two days after accusing Ukraine of launching more than 90 drones in an alleged attack on Russian President Vladimir Putin's residence. Trump told reporters, "I was very angry about it." The United States is still working to find out what happened, he said.

The United States struck another drug-carrying vessel in the Eastern Pacific on Monday, amid a major military buildup in the Caribbean. The move follows President Donald Trump's announcement that U.S. forces destroyed a drug boat loading facility inside Venezuela last week.Russia has yet to provide evidence backing its claim that Ukraine attacked the residence of President Vladimir Putin with drones, as the U.S. ambassador to NATO publicly cast doubt on Moscow's accusation. Meanwhile, the Chinese Communist Party fired missiles around Taiwan for a second day, continuing large-scale drills encircling the island. Some analysts say the maneuvers appear to rehearse an invasion rather than follow routine exercises.And tensions spiked between Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. The UAE says it's voluntarily withdrawing its last remaining military forces from Yemen, following Saudi airstrikes on a southern Yemeni port city. Saudi Arabia claims the strikes targeted a weapons shipment allegedly sent from the UAE to support separatist forces.

President Donald Trump met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at Mar-a-Lago on Monday to discuss advancing a Gaza ceasefire plan. Trump said reconstruction in Gaza could begin soon and again called on Hamas to disarm, warning that if it does not, countries backing the peace effort would “wipe out Hamas.” He also warned Iran not to rebuild its nuclear facilities, saying the United States would very quickly “eradicate that buildup.”The Kremlin claims Ukraine launched an overnight drone attack targeting the residence of Russian President Vladimir Putin, alleging an attempted assassination involving more than 90 drones. This comes just one day after Ukraine said both sides had agreed on most elements of a potential deal, with Moscow now saying its position in the negotiations will be reviewed. Ukraine has denied claims of an attack, calling it a lie from Russia.In another U.S. military action targeting Venezuelan drug traffickers, Trump announced that American forces destroyed a major facility inside Venezuela. Meanwhile, the Chinese Communist Party has launched a two-day, large-scale military drill surrounding Taiwan, as the United States and Japan increase their support for the self-governing island.

A cease-fire has been reached between Thailand and Cambodia after the deadliest clashes in years between the two Southeast Asian nations. At least 101 people were killed, and leaders on both sides are now expressing hope the new agreement will hold.On Friday, New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a bill into law requiring warning labels on the addictive features of social media platforms such as TikTok and X. The move is part of the state's effort to address a youth mental health crisis linked to social media use.As Americans take to the roads and airports during the busy travel period between Christmas and New Year's, a winter storm has caused more than a thousand flights to be canceled or delayed across the Northeast and Great Lakes regions.

The U.S. military launched a series of airstrikes against ISIS terrorists in Nigeria on Christmas Day. The strikes followed reports that the terrorist group has been killing Christians in the country. The U.S. says the operation was carried out at the request of the Nigerian government, which described the strikes as a “joint operation” targeting terrorists.Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he is set to meet with President Trump in Florida on Sunday. According to Kyiv, the latest peace deal is “90 percent ready,” even as fighting continues.A powerful storm system triggered catastrophic flooding across California during the Christmas holiday, killing at least three people. Entire neighborhoods were submerged, prompting water rescues, with more dangerous weather still ahead.

Millions of Californians are under a state of emergency this Christmas Day as a deadly storm batters the Golden State with heavy flooding and high winds, with more severe weather on the way. Some residents are evacuating, while others are sheltering at home.Pope Leo delivered his first Christmas Day address at the Vatican Thursday, calling for an end to global conflicts, with particular emphasis on Ukraine and the Middle East. Meanwhile, Christians in Lebanon and Syria marked Christmas even as military clashes continue in both countries.On Christmas Eve, President Donald Trump surprised children by answering NORAD Santa calls. He also spoke with U.S. service members to thank them for their service, and to acknowledge the sacrifices they and their families make when duty separates them during the holiday season.

A powerful storm carrying a strong atmospheric river is laying siege to California. Evacuations have been issued amid the risk of life-threatening flooding and debris flows. According to the Weather Prediction Center, a Level 4 of 4 “high” risk of flooding rain is in place for Southern California on Wednesday, affecting more than 7 million people across parts of Los Angeles and surrounding counties.A tragedy in eastern Pennsylvania: an explosion at a nursing home near Philadelphia claimed at least two lives and injured 20 others. The blast collapsed part of the building, sent flames shooting out, and left residents trapped inside.Christians from around the world are preparing to celebrate Christmas in Bethlehem for the first time since the Israel-Hamas war began two years ago. Meanwhile, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the United States and Ukraine have reached consensus on several key issues aimed at ending the war, though sensitive matters remain unresolved.

The U.S. economy is growing at its fastest pace in two years. The Commerce Department reports that GDP expanded at an annualized rate of 4.3 percent in the third quarter, beating expectations.The Supreme Court today delivered a setback to the Trump administration, denying a request to deploy more than 300 National Guard members to the Chicago area.Southern California is bracing for a powerful holiday storm that forecasters warn could be one of the most dangerous in years. Officials say heavy rain, flooding, and hazardous travel conditions could peak on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.

President Donald Trump unveiled plans to build a new class of battleships—dubbed the “Trump class”—as part of his push to strengthen U.S. shipbuilding. Meanwhile, the Trump administration has suspended leases for five offshore wind projects off the East Coast, with the Pentagon warning the installations could interfere with military radar systems.The Department of Homeland Security says it will triple cash incentives for illegal immigrants to voluntarily leave the country before the New Year. This comes as the U.S. continues to enforce its blockade on sanctioned oil tankers traveling to and from Venezuela.Australian officials say suspects in the Bondi Beach shooting threw pipe bombs at the crowd, but the devices failed to detonate. Authorities also allege the suspects practiced shooting in Australia just days before the attack.

According to an update on Sunday on the blackout that left 30 percent of San Francisco in the dark, a major power company says it has restored power to many of the affected customers. But the lights are still off for more than 16,000 people.Speeches from Vice President JD Vance, a special guest, and much more wrap up the final day of AmericaFest, hosted by Turning Point USA. NTD's Tiffany Meier has the highlights from Phoenix.Residents gather to honor the victims of last week's shooting attack in Australia during Hanukkah. Some attendees took part in a symbolic gesture, wearing white to represent that light will prevail over darkness.More Americans are going to church in the aftermath of conservative activist Charlie Kirk's assassination. Steve Lance and Tiffany Meier sat down with Pastor Lucas Miles, senior director of TPUSA faith, for details.And Rome announces a new charge for visitors to its historic Trevi Fountain and other monuments and museums in the city. The fountain was made famous in the movie "La Dolce Vita."

NTD Evening News presents a special live broadcast from Day 2 of Turning Point USA's AmericaFest 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona.President Donald Trump today unveiled new deals with nine major drug companies, bringing the total to 14 of the 17 firms his administration targeted, as he pushes to slash U.S. prescription drug prices. The president also vowed to summon insurance executives next, aiming to force down premiums, while defending a recent uptick in unemployment as the result of aggressive cuts to government jobs.Authorities say the suspect responsible for the deadly Brown University shooting and the murder of an MIT professor is dead. Law enforcement says the Portuguese national, Claudio Neves Valente, died by suicide inside a storage unit in Salem, New Hampshire. According to Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem, the suspect entered the United States through the diversity lottery visa program in 2017 and was later granted a green card. Trump has ordered immigration services to pause the program.European leaders today agreed to loan Ukraine more than $100 billion from the European budget. This comes as new rounds of talks between Kyiv and Washington begin in the United States today.

AmericaFest 2025 kicks off tonight in Phoenix, Arizona. It's Turning Point USA's first major conference since the assassination of its cofounder Charlie Kirk. NTD Evening News presents a special live broadcast from the conference and will bring viewers coverage throughout the weekend.President Donald Trump addressed the latest November inflation numbers ahead of a Friday rally in Rocky Mount, North Carolina. The Consumer Price Index report released today by the Bureau of Labor Statistics shows inflation slowed to 2.7 percent, down from 3 percent in September. Meanwhile, the Kennedy Center board voted to honor Trump by adding his name to the venue.Lawmakers have left Capitol Hill for the holiday break without reaching agreements on government funding or health care. The House and Senate will return to session on Jan. 5 and 6, respectively. Lawmakers will have until Jan. 31 to pass the remaining nine of the twelve appropriations bills needed to fund the government through fiscal year 2026 and avert another shutdown.

It's a busy day on Capitol Hill, as former Justice Department special counsel Jack Smith faces questions from lawmakers in a closed-door interview, the battle over health care subsidies ramps up, and the Senate passes the annual defense policy bill—sending it to President Trump's desk.President Trump is set to address the nation later tonight, with the White House teasing a new policy announcement as the New Year approaches. This comes as Trump condemns the FBI's 2022 raid on his Mar-a-Lago estate, calling it an “unreasonable search and seizure.” Meanwhile, Deputy FBI Director Dan Bongino announced today that he will be leaving his position in January.Police have charged the surviving suspect in a deadly Hanukkah shooting in Sydney with 15 counts of murder, as the community grieves and funerals begin for the victims. Meanwhile, Nick Reiner, the son of filmmaker Rob Reiner, made his first court appearance in Los Angeles in connection with his parents' deaths. His arraignment has been delayed until early next year.

Rhode Island law enforcement intensified its search today for the Brown University shooter, as officials released an “enhanced image” of the suspect. Meanwhile, the university's president is planning a prayer service to mourn the loss of two students.Officials in Australia are still investigating Sunday's Hanukkah shooting. Records show the two suspects recently visited an area in the Philippines with known connections to ISIS.President Donald Trump's legal team filed a $10 billion lawsuit against the BBC Monday night over alleged defamation in a news special that aired last year. The White House on Tuesday also moved to ban travel for nationals from five additional countries, while imposing limits on others.

President Donald Trump today signed an order classifying fentanyl as a weapon of mass destruction and touted his administration's success in securing the border. Meanwhile, officials say the FBI intercepted a bomb plot targeting New Year's Eve events, arresting four members of an extremist group as they unloaded bomb materials in the desert.The manhunt continues for the individual who killed two students and wounded nine others on the campus of Brown University. Police have identified the two victims and released new video footage of the shooter as the search remains active.The United States is planning to extend NATO-like security guarantees to Ukraine. Trump said today that Ukraine is closer to peace than at any time since the war began nearly four years ago.

At least 15 people are dead after a violent attack in Sydney on Sunday. Two alleged gunmen opened fire during a Hanukkah celebration. Australia's prime minister responds.Authorities give an update on the Saturday afternoon shooting at Brown University. Police say a person of interest has been taken into custody.A former Hispanic outreach director for the Trump campaign gives his take on why the Miami mayoral seat flipped to the Democratic party for the first time in nearly 30 years. Should Republicans be worried about the upcoming midterms?An immigration expert discusses the Trump administration's ending of a program that reunited immigrant families in the United States.Do the rewards of boxing justify the dangers of concussion and blunt-force trauma? A USA Boxing team physician and a former professional boxer offer their insights into the pros and cons of the sport.And, a new exhibition in Bologna, Italy, details the life and career of Michelangelo. It offers a closer look at lesser-known sculptures, drawings, and original letters from the Renaissance master.

Brown University in Rhode Island is reporting an active shooter situation. Police say multiple people have been shot and are advising students to shelter in place or avoid the area until further notice.The Pentagon says two American soldiers and a civilian interpreter were killed in an ambush by a gunman from the ISIS terrorist group Saturday in Syria. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said partner forces killed the shooter. President Donald Trump told reporters that the United States will retaliate.The Israeli military announced Saturday that it has killed a Hamas commander who was one of the architects of the Oct. 7, 2023, attack. The Israel Defense Forces identified Ra'ad Sa'ad as the head of Hamas weapons production and “one of the last remaining veteran senior militants in the Gaza Strip.”

Washington state faces dangerous flooding after days of heavy rain. Tens of thousands of residents have been forced to leave their homes, with the National Guard stepping in to assist. Officials warn that more evacuations could follow as rivers reach record levels and additional communities face the threat of rising waters.The Justice Department has filed lawsuits against Colorado, Hawaii, Massachusetts, and Nevada for failing to provide voter-registration records requested by federal officials. So far, the department has filed 18 such suits against states for failing to comply with federal law. A separate lawsuit was also filed against Fulton County, Georgia, over records related to the 2020 election.The U.S. seizure of a sanctioned oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela has drawn condemnation from Russia, China, Iran, and Cuba. Meanwhile, the European Union today indefinitely froze Russia's assets in Europe, aiming to prevent Moscow-friendly governments from blocking efforts to use the billions of euros in frozen funds to support Ukraine.

President Trump this evening signed an executive order establishing a national rulebook for regulating artificial intelligence. He previewed the move earlier this week on Truth Social, saying that if the U.S. wants to lead in AI, it cannot have 50 states each making their own rules.The Indiana Senate today voted down a new congressional map that would have likely given Republicans two additional House seats. Despite holding a 40-to-10 supermajority, 21 Republicans joined Democrats in rejecting the proposal. Indiana is now the first Republican-led state to vote down a redrawn map in the nationwide redistricting battle.Proposals from Senate Republican and Democratic leadership to address the expiring ACA health care credits both failed today. Rank-and-file Republicans say they're open to a short-term extension, but only if Democrats commit to pursuing long-term reforms. The subsidies expire at the end of the year, and the House is expected to vote on a bill before the Christmas break.The White House says the administration will follow a legal process regarding the oil tanker that was seized off the coast of Venezuela on Wednesday, and is planning for it to be brought to an American port, where U.S. authorities intend to take possession of its oil cargo. The administration also imposed new sanctions today on three nephews of Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro, businessmen close to his regime, and six companies involved in shipping oil.

The Federal Reserve today lowered borrowing costs for the third time this year. In its final decision of 2025, the central bank cut interest rates by a quarter point as strategists and investors predict significant market gains in 2026.The United States has seized an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela. President Donald Trump confirmed the operation, saying “other things are happening.” The president also spoke with top European leaders today as he continues efforts to broker peace between Russia and Ukraine.A federal judge today ordered the Trump administration to temporarily halt its deployment of the National Guard in Los Angeles and return control of the Guard to the state of California. Meanwhile, the administration is proposing new rules that would require Visa Waiver Program travelers to submit five years of social media history before entering the United States.

President Donald Trump is in Pennsylvania tonight, touting his administration's economic message. It's the first of several domestic trips the White House is planning around what it sees as a defining issue in next year's midterms.The Supreme Court today heard a high-profile case on campaign financing. Vice President JD Vance is among those challenging limits on how much party committees can spend in coordination with candidates. Meanwhile, the Department of Education announced a settlement agreement to end a student loan forgiveness program launched under President Joe Biden.As Australia becomes the world's first country to ban social media for children under 16, lawmakers and experts on Capitol Hill held a hearing today on protecting minors from online predators. They warn that criminals are getting bolder, more brazen, and harder to track.

President Trump today unveiled a $12 billion farm aid package during a roundtable with Cabinet members and American farmers. The announcement comes as Beijing has pulled back on purchases of key commodities like soybeans, leaving some U.S. farmers struggling to sell their crops.The Supreme Court is set to decide whether to scale back restrictions on a president's ability to fire certain agency officials — including FTC Chair Rebecca Slaughter, whom President Trump removed in March. Oral arguments in Trump v. Slaughter began today, with the Court appearing poised to lift some of those limits.Acting U.S. Attorney for New Jersey Alina Habba announced today she is stepping down. Earlier this month, the 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals upheld a lower-court ruling disqualifying the Trump appointee on the grounds that she had not been confirmed by the Senate.

War Secretary Pete Hegseth says the United States is increasing its focus on defending its own interests. He accuses previous administrations—that were in office after the cold war—of not putting America first in their policies.Israel's prime minister and Germany's chancellor reaffirmed their security partnership in a press conference today. Meanwhile, residents in Bethlehem attended a Christmas tree lighting ceremony for the first time since the Israel-Hamas war began.The White House has unveiled its new National Security Strategy. An expert joins us to unpack what the document means for China, Taiwan, and Europe.We all have our little daily routines and preferences, but when do they cross into OCD territory? A clinical psychologist breaks down the line between quirks and a true anxiety disorder.President Donald Trump is also rolling back Biden-era fuel efficiency standards. A car expert joins us to unpack what this means for the car industry and if cars will become cheaper.And, the road to the winter Olympics has begun. Details on how more than 10,000 torch bearers are carrying the flame across Italy.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and advisers to U.S. President Donald Trump held a lengthy phone call on the progress of peace negotiations. The discussion comes as Russia launched a wide-ranging overnight attack on Ukraine, striking power stations and other energy infrastructure.A suspect has been charged in a stabbing aboard a light rail train in Charlotte, North Carolina. Court documents show the individual is in the country illegally.The National Park Service is updating its free-admission calendar. The agency has released the dates when U.S. citizens and residents can enter national parks at no cost in 2026.

The White House unveiled a new national security strategy, framing China as America's primary competitor. The policy emphasizes economic and technological competition and calls on Indo-Pacific allies to take on greater defense responsibilities. The president also urged Europe to reclaim its identity, secure its borders, and take the lead in its own security, with Washington providing support.President Trump's effort to restrict birthright citizenship is headed to the Supreme Court, which announced it will hear the case in the coming months. The high court also approved a new congressional map for Texas, improving Republicans' chances to pick up five seats in the midterms. Meanwhile, the Indiana House approved a new map that would give Republicans a two-seat advantage in the 2026 elections.The man suspected of placing two pipe bombs near the RNC and DNC buildings on the eve of Jan. 6, 2021, made his first court appearance today. The 30-year-old from Northern Virginia was arrested Thursday and is charged with interstate transportation and attempted use of an explosive device.

The Trump administration shortened the work permit duration for asylum-seekers from five years to 18 months. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services on Thursday said this was due to security concerns with immigrant populations.U.S. Adm. Frank “Mitch” Bradley testified privately before Congress on the controversial follow-up strike on a drug boat in the Caribbean in September. He said War Secretary Pete Hegseth did not issue a “kill them all” order, but some lawmakers remain concerned.The FBI arrested a suspect for placing pipe bombs near the Republican and Democratic National Committee headquarters in Washington, D.C., the night before the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol breach. Brian Cole Jr. of Virginia has been charged with transporting an explosive device in interstate commerce and malicious destruction by means of explosion.

President Donald Trump today pardoned Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-Texas) and his wife, Imelda. Cuellar was indicted last year on more than a dozen federal charges. The president also announced a historic reset of fuel economy standards and touted an estimated $109 billion in projected savings.A new immigration enforcement operation was launched today in New Orleans, aiming to arrest 5,000 illegal immigrants. The Department of Homeland Security says the effort is prioritizing individuals who were released after previously being held in local jails.Trump praised the progress made by the U.S. negotiating team during its Tuesday meeting in Moscow. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said advances were made regarding security guarantees for Ukraine. Meanwhile, the Kremlin described the talks as constructive but noted that no compromises have yet been reached.

President Donald Trump today hosted the ninth Cabinet meeting of his second term amid questions over a deadly strike on a drug-carrying vessel from Venezuela. Secretary of War Pete Hegseth defended the Pentagon's operations in the Caribbean, saying the strikes have “only just begun.”The man accused of shooting two National Guard members in Washington, D.C., has been formally charged with murder and assault with intent to kill. He pleaded not guilty to all counts. Meanwhile, the Treasury Department is investigating allegations that Minnesota taxpayer funds were stolen through fraudulent nonprofits and funneled to a terrorist group in Somalia.A U.S. delegation was in Moscow today meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Just before the talks, Putin issued a stark warning to Europe, saying Russia is ready for war if European nations are seeking that outcome.

The White House confirmed today that the U.S. military authorized a second strike on a narco-terrorist vessel on Sept. 2. And President Trump confirmed that he spoke with Venezuelan regime leader Nicolas Maduro, who appeared in public over the weekend following rumors that he had fled the country.The White House vows to continue its deportation operations after the deadly shooting of two National Guard members a day before Thanksgiving. The administration is halting all asylum decisions and has vowed to "permanently" pause immigration from what it calls "third world countries." President Trump stated that the asylum pause could last "a long time."Luigi Mangione, the man accused of killing the UnitedHealthcare CEO last December, appeared in court today. His attorneys requested the hearing in an effort to have key evidence—including a notebook, a firearm suppressor, and a 3D-printed handgun found inside his backpack—excluded from the case.

A Thanksgiving winter storm breaks a snowfall record in Chicago. The inclement weather has caused car pile-ups and delayed thousands of flights. More on why forecasters say it's breaking records.A high-ranking U.S. delegation is meeting with Ukrainian representatives for peace talks in Florida today. Arian Pasdar has what Secretary of State Marco Rubio says about the process—and the next steps to involve Russia.President Donald Trump has announced a slew of anti immigration policy proposals following the deadly shooting in Washington, D.C. The Director of Policy Studies at the Center for Immigration Studies joins us to discuss.Could water rival wine in taste and appeal? A food anthropologist explains why he traded his passion for wine for the surprisingly complex world of H2O.As President Trump vows to void all presidential orders signed with the Biden autopen, Rod D. Martin joins us to discuss what's next.And, one man's 27-year journey is almost complete. Back in 1998, he set out to travel the entire world—on foot. More on his harrowing, one-of-a-kind journey.

President Donald Trump announced on social media today that all airspace above and around Venezuela should be considered fully closed. The declaration marks the latest escalation in the U.S. confrontation with Venezuela over illegal drug trafficking.The Department of Homeland Security has confirmed that another Afghan national—paroled into the United States under former President Joe Biden—was arrested for allegedly threatening to blow up a building in Texas. Meanwhile, the Trump administration has tightened immigration policies: USCIS has paused all asylum decisions and will re-examine green card holders from 19 countries of concern, including Afghanistan.In New York, dozens of anti-ICE protesters clashed with police near a garage in Lower Manhattan. The protest, sparked by reports of possible ICE activity in Chinatown, quickly escalated. Video shows demonstrators shouting obscenities and throwing objects at officers. Multiple arrests were made.

President Trump is escalating his immigration crackdown in the aftermath of the D.C. shooting that claimed the life of a 20-year-old National Guard member. The suspect, a 29-year-old Afghan national, is now facing a murder charge as the Trump administration looks into deporting his family. Meanwhile, the president is vowing to "permanently pause migration from all third world countries," saying on Truth Social that "only reverse migration can fully cure this situation."President Trump has also announced that he will terminate all executive orders that he says were signed by former President Joe Biden's autopen. According to Trump, roughly 92 percent of documents signed during Biden's presidency were done so by autopen, and those orders will now be void.One of Ukraine's most powerful officials has just resigned. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's chief of staff stepped down today after anti-corruption agents searched his home and office. Meanwhile, President Trump says the U.S. will soon expand its strikes on Venezuelan cartels and drug traffickers to include operations on land.

Two National Guard members are in critical condition a day after being shot just blocks away from the White House. The shooting suspect has been identified as a 29-year-old Afghan national who authorities say drove across the country for the attack. President Donald Trump called the shooting an act of terror and has ordered 500 additional National Guard troops to be deployed in the nation's capital.Investigations are underway in Hong Kong after a fire killed at least 83 people at an apartment complex. As of Thursday, firefighters are still working to douse the flames, and nearly 300 people remain unaccounted for. City officials say they are zeroing in on the building maintenance company responsible for renovating the housing estate.The presidents of both Russia and Ukraine said Thursday that delegations from their countries will soon meet separately with U.S. officials for peace talks. Russia also issued a renewed warning—one to which Ukraine is already responding.

Two National Guardsmen were shot in Washington, DC this afternoon. FBI Director Kash Patel and DC Mayor Muriel Bowser said at a news conference that they are in critical condition. The suspected shooter, who officials say appeared to be targeting the guardsmen, has been subdued and taken into custody.In a major legal victory for President Trump, a Georgia judge today dismissed the election interference racketeering case against Trump and his allies. The prosecutor, who took over the case earlier this month after Fani Willis' disqualification, has dropped all remaining charges.A massive fire ripped through a Hong Kong housing complex on Wednesday, killing at least 40 people and leaving hundreds missing. Rescue and search efforts continue as authorities work to contain the blaze.