Trump administration taking $150M stake in chip startup

John Yoo, the author of the Torture Memos, criticized the Trump administration's military strikes against alleged drug-trafficking boats in the Caribbean, asserting that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth violated the U.S. law of war manual by allegedly ordering troops to 'kill everybody' on board. Yoo emphasized that soldiers should not have obeyed such orders, highlighting the legal and ethical implications of these actions.

The Trump administration has paused all asylum decisions and halted visa issuance for Afghan nationals following a shooting incident in Washington, D.C., which critically injured two members of the National Guard. This decision has left many asylum seekers, including those from Afghanistan, in a state of uncertainty regarding their immigration status and future in the U.S.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced an investigation into allegations that tax money from Minnesota was funneled to the terrorist organization Al-Shabaab, based in Somalia. This inquiry follows reports suggesting that millions in taxpayer funds were misappropriated through welfare fraud schemes, potentially benefiting the group.

House Republican leaders are set to address reporters amid growing scrutiny over Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's military orders regarding strikes on alleged drug-trafficking boats in the Caribbean. The Trump administration has maintained that congressional approval is not necessary for these operations, particularly as tensions with Venezuela escalate.

The Trump administration is facing scrutiny over a follow-up military strike on an alleged drug-trafficking boat in the Caribbean, with officials asserting that the order was given by Admiral Frank Bradley, not Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. This incident has raised significant questions among lawmakers regarding the legality and justification of such military actions.

The White House has launched a new website that identifies what it terms 'false and misleading' media coverage, targeting specific outlets and reporters for alleged bias against the Trump administration. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to confront media narratives that the administration deems unfavorable.

Several lawmakers are demanding accountability from the Trump administration following reports of a second U.S. military strike on a vessel accused of drug trafficking off the coast of Venezuela. This incident, which occurred on September 2, has raised concerns about potential war crimes and the legality of such military actions.

On November 26, 2025, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national, allegedly carried out a shooting targeting two members of the West Virginia National Guard near the White House, resulting in critical injuries. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem stated that Lakanwal was radicalized in the U.S. after being granted asylum during the Trump administration, raising concerns about domestic extremism.