Burgum calls California a ‘national security risk’ as Energy chief warns blue states are skewing cost averages

Former President Donald Trump has expressed a desire for a new owner for CNN as part of any sale of Warner Bros. Discovery, labeling the network as a 'very dishonest group of people.' This statement comes amid a tumultuous period for Warner Bros. Discovery, which is currently the target of a hostile takeover bid from Paramount Skydance, led by David Ellison.

Democrat Eileen Higgins has won the Miami mayoral race, marking the first time in nearly 30 years that a Democrat has held the position, defeating Republican Emilio González, who was endorsed by former President Donald Trump. This victory is seen as a significant shift in the political landscape of Miami, traditionally a Republican stronghold.

Thirteen House Republicans voted alongside Democrats in a 222-200 decision to advance legislation aimed at repealing former President Trump's executive order that limited the power of federal worker unions. This bipartisan effort reflects a significant shift in the dynamics within the GOP, as some members openly defy party leadership.

US Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the seizure of an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, which had been under US sanctions for several years, as part of the Trump administration's intensified pressure on Nicolás Maduro's regime.

A mass shooting at a toddler's birthday party in Stockton, California, on November 29 resulted in the deaths of four individuals, including three children, and left 17 others injured. Law enforcement has not made any arrests or identified suspects, indicating a potentially lengthy investigation as they analyze over 50 shell casings and multiple firearms used in the attack.

President Trump has lifted restrictions on Nvidia, allowing the sale of its advanced H200 AI chips to approved customers in China. This decision coincided with the Justice Department's announcement of arrests related to a smuggling operation involving these chips, which were intended for use by the Chinese military.

The Trump administration has announced the establishment of a new militarized zone along the southern U.S. border in California to bolster border security operations. This decision reflects ongoing efforts to enhance security measures in response to immigration and border control challenges.

Senator Mark Kelly is facing scrutiny from the Trump administration following a video in which he urged military personnel to refuse illegal orders, dismissing threats of court-martial as intimidation tactics. Kelly emphasized his resilience, attributing it to his upbringing in a tough environment.