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January 6

Trump backs Maduro loyalist over Venezuela opposition leader in post-capture transition

Trump administration reportedly sidelines Venezuela opposition leader Machado, engaging Maduro's VP Rodríguez for transition after dictator's removal.

January 6

White House says 'range of options,' including US military, on table as Trump renews push to acquire Greenland

The White House said Tuesday that President Trump considers acquiring Greenland a national security priority, confirming that the use of the U.S. military remains an option.

January 6

After 80-minute Trump address, GOP lawmakers say momentum is back as healthcare fight looms

Trump urges focus on healthcare reform and Obamacare subsidies during address to GOP lawmakers, outlining strategy for 2026 legislative priorities and midterm elections.

January 6

Mamdani’s top housing pick once called homeownership a ‘weapon of white supremacy’

A top housing official in newly minted New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s administration previously called for transitioning away from treating property as a “private good."

January 6

Browns GM Andrew Berry won't commit to Shedeur Sanders as 2026 starter despite rookie's progress

Cleveland Browns GM Andrew Berry told reporters he won't commit to Shedeur Sanders or any other quarterback heading into a crucial 2026 offseason.

January 6

This is a ‘big opportunity’ for Venezuela and the Western Hemisphere: Secretary Burgum

U.S. Interior Secretary Doug Burgum credits President Donald Trump’s ‘energy dominance’ policy and says American mining companies have ‘reached out’ about Venezuela on ‘The Story.’ 

January 6

Minnesota hotel removed from approved federal lodging list after allegedly refusing to accommodate ICE agents

The GSA removed a Minnesota Hampton Inn from federal lodging programs after the hotel refused to accommodate ICE agents, preventing 4 million-plus federal employees from staying there.

January 6

The US 'parked' an armada off Venezuela and took care of business: Harris Faulkner

The 'Outnumbered' panel discuss the charges ousted Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro and his wife face and President Donald Trump's efforts to take legal action against them.

January 6

One year after LA fires, politicians' promises of permits appear paltry

One year later, 96% of buildings destroyed in California's devastating Eaton and Palisades fires remain undeveloped as survivors face bureaucratic delays.

January 6

Walz’s long-running fraud scandal puts Harris campaign judgment under scrutiny

Tim Walz drops re-election bid amid $9 billion fraud scandal, sparking serious questions about Kamala Harris' VP vetting process and political judgment.