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Sanctions December 10

Trump admin weighs terrorism sanctions against UN Palestinian aid agency over Hamas allegations

The Trump administration is considering terrorism sanctions against UNRWA over alleged Hamas ties, potentially disrupting Palestinian aid across Middle East.

Media December 10

Journalist compares Rubio's font change order for State Department to Nazis banning 'Jewish' fonts

Secretary of State Marco Rubio's order to change the State Department's official font drew a Nazi comparison from journalist Steve Herman.

Media December 10

Rubio orders State Dept to dump Calibri font and restore Times New Roman, reversing Biden-era order

Secretary of State Marco Rubio abolished Calibri typeface at the State Department this week as part of efforts to dismantle DEI programs and restore traditional formatting.

State Department December 9

Trump administration revokes record 85,000 visas in sweeping immigration crackdown targeting safety threats

A State Department official says 85,000 U.S. visas were revoked over safety concerns. New policies include stricter H-1B scrutiny and expanded travel restrictions.

State Department December 8

State Department reportedly orders visa denials tied to speech censorship as Trump team slams Europe

Trump administration reportedly orders visa denials for applicants involved in U.S. speech censorship, targeting H-1B workers in tech and social media sectors.

United Nations December 5

Trump administration warned to take front seat as UN chief race shifts left, boosting anti-US contenders

Few U.N. Secretary-General candidates would be acceptable to the U.S., experts say, as the selection process begins for a 2026 replacement.

The World Cup December 4

US prepares for influx of international visitors ahead of World Cup with security at the forefront

State Department surges resources globally to handle World Cup visa demand, reducing wait times while maintaining rigorous security vetting procedures.

Travel December 4

US renews 'do not travel' alert over terrorism, kidnapping amid Trump narco-terror fight

The State Department renewed its "do not travel" warning for Venezuela, urging an immediate departure for Americans due to crime, terrorism and detention risks.

Donald Trump December 3

US Institute of Peace officially renamed for Trump as White House moves to dismantle agency: 'Congratulations'

Trump administration renames U.S. Institute of Peace as Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace as State Department calls president "greatest dealmaker" in American history.

Secretary of State December 3

Trump admin targets anti-Christian violence with new visa crackdown policy following Nigeria attacks

Secretary of State Marco Rubio announces policy allowing State Department to deny visas to individuals involved in religious freedom violations globally.

Immigration December 2

State Department yanks visas from Mexican executives in migrant smuggling crackdown

State Department revokes visas for Mexican airline executives accused of helping smuggling networks transport migrants to the U.S. border in major crackdown.