YouTuber to testify before Congress on Minnesota's massive $9B fraud network investigation

The Senate has backed a resolution that allows President Donald Trump to continue military actions in Venezuela without prior congressional notification, following a tie-breaking vote by Senator J.D. Vance. This resolution defeats efforts to limit the president's war powers regarding Venezuela, where tensions have escalated significantly.

An incident occurred at a Minnesota Mexican restaurant where federal agents were confronted by an angry mob of diners who hurled profanity and demanded their departure. This confrontation highlights the rising tensions surrounding immigration enforcement in the area.

Over the past two decades, Minnesota has emerged as a significant hub for Somali immigrants, drawn by the state's liberal social policies and job opportunities. However, this community is now facing scrutiny due to a sprawling fraud scandal linked to COVID-19 aid, which has attracted national attention and criticism from political figures, including former President Trump.

The Trump administration's intensified immigration enforcement in Minnesota has raised concerns, particularly following reports of ICE agents stopping U.S. citizens, including the son of Representative Ilhan Omar, amid a crackdown on illegal immigration. This situation reflects a broader strategy to exert pressure on states perceived as non-compliant with federal immigration policies.

Donald Trump signed a bill on January 14, 2026, allowing whole and 2% milk to be served in US school cafeterias, effectively overturning the Obama-era restrictions on higher-fat milk options. This legislation, known as the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act, also opens the door for non-dairy drinks like fortified soy milk to be included in school menus in the near future.

Senator John Cornyn has introduced the Stop Fraud by SOMALIA Act, which mandates permanent debarment and repayment from childcare providers in Minnesota found guilty of fraud in federal programs. This legislation aims to address the ongoing issues of fraud within the state's childcare sector, particularly in light of recent scandals involving the Somali community.

Congress has mandated that the Pentagon submit a report detailing China's signals intelligence capabilities in Cuba, alongside information regarding any remaining Russian technical espionage activities on the island. This requirement reflects growing concerns about foreign surveillance and intelligence operations close to U.S. borders.

A divided House committee has advanced a bill aimed at restricting stock trading by members of Congress, amidst accusations of misdirection and a disingenuous pursuit of perfection that have marred what began as a bipartisan effort. The bill reflects growing public frustration over lawmakers profiting from the stock market while in office, raising concerns about conflicts of interest.