‘Not a gift-giving year’: student loan debt upends US borrowers’ holiday spending

President Trump expressed admiration for Rep. Elise Stefanik during an Oval Office event, prompting speculation about a potential endorsement in the New York governor's primary, which features two of his allies, Stefanik and Bruce Blakeman. The White House clarified that Trump's comments do not indicate a shift towards endorsing either candidate.

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that President Trump wears bandages on the back of his hand due to his habit of constantly shaking hands, a claim that has been met with skepticism by CNN's Jake Tapper, who suggested that there may be more to the story.

Former President Trump is promoting his economic policies, claiming that the economy is strong and prices are decreasing, despite polls indicating that only 31% of voters approve of his economic management and many feel financially squeezed.

President Trump announced that two U.S. Army soldiers and a civilian interpreter were killed in an ambush by ISIS in Syria, prompting plans for U.S. retaliation. This incident highlights the ongoing threats posed by ISIS in the region and the risks faced by American personnel deployed there.

Two U.S. service members and one civilian interpreter were killed in an ISIS ambush in Palmyra, Syria, prompting President Trump to announce plans for retaliation. The attack, which also left several others injured, marks a significant escalation in U.S. military involvement in the region and highlights the ongoing threat posed by ISIS.

President Trump participated in the pregame ceremonies for the 126th Army-Navy game at M&T Bank Stadium, marking his second consecutive year attending the event. He flipped a coin to kick off the game, a tradition that highlights the significance of this annual rivalry between the U.S. Military Academy and the U.S. Naval Academy.

Scott Jennings criticized the release of new photographs from Jeffrey Epstein's estate, asserting that the narrative is being manipulated to focus on Donald Trump rather than Epstein himself. Jennings emphasized that the story should center on Epstein's actions and not be diverted to political figures like Trump.

The Trump administration's recent seizure of a Venezuelan oil tanker has escalated military operations in the region, reflecting ongoing pressure on President Nicolás Maduro's regime. Analysts suggest that the future of Venezuela's crisis may depend on the U.S. approach to negotiations and its National Security Strategy under Trump.