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December 31

This comes across as ‘inauthentic’: Joey Jones

‘The Five’ recaps the most ‘cringeworthy’ political moments of 2025.

December 31

Dem governor-elect taps Crockett's former 'chief brand strategist' for top DEI role

Soon-to-be Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger has tapped a former “chief brand strategist" for Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, to serve in the state’s top DEI role.

December 31

Trump withdraws National Guard from Chicago, LA and Portland, for now

President Trump announced the National Guard will withdraw from Chicago, Los Angeles and Portland for now, crediting the deployments with reducing crime.

December 31

US military destroys narco-terror convoy of three vessels at sea in kinetic strikes

U.S. military strikes reportedly kill three people in overnight operation against alleged narco-terrorist drug trafficking convoy in international waters.

December 31

Venezuela arrests more Americans as Trump ramps up pressure on Maduro: report

Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed 10 Americans were freed from Venezuela in a July prisoner swap. President Donald Trump sent an envoy to Caracas.

December 31

Economic pressure Trump has put on Iran has been 'so great': Mike Pompeo

WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT - Former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo weighs in on the economic state of Iran on 'The Story.'

December 31

Netanyahu warns of ‘eighth front’ ideological battle for American hearts and minds with Christian leaders

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu warns of 'eighth front' in ideological battle, telling Christian leaders that faith must confront terrorism in defense of civilization.

December 31

Zohran Mamdani will be first mayor to be sworn in on Quran during New York City inauguration

New York City's first Muslim mayor Zohran Mamdani makes history using Quran for swearing-in ceremony. Bernie Sanders to officiate public inauguration at City Hall.

December 31

Patriots stars eligible to help team clinch top seed in playoffs despite heinous allegations, NFL says

New England Patriots players Stefon Diggs and Christian Barmore remain eligible to play Sunday despite facing assault allegations this week.

December 31

Trump slams Walz and Newsom as 'Crooked Governors,' asserting their states are awash with fraud

President Donald Trump blasted California Gov. Gavin Newsom, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., amid the unfolding fraud scandal.