US senator slams Republicans’ silence on Trump’s violent threats to Democrats

A leaked European Union peace proposal suggests that Ukraine should retain its military forces and keeps the possibility of NATO membership open, contrasting sharply with a 28-point peace plan proposed by former President Trump, which has faced criticism for its perceived bias towards Russia.

New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has pledged to maintain the city's status as a sanctuary city, emphasizing his commitment to all residents while acknowledging potential disagreements with former President Donald Trump. This statement follows a recent cordial meeting between the two leaders at the White House, where they discussed collaborative efforts to address pressing issues in the city.

Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene announced her resignation from Congress, effective January 5, 2026, following a significant fallout with former President Donald Trump and the Republican Party. This decision highlights a breakdown in loyalty and support that Greene once enjoyed within the MAGA movement.

Senator Mark Kelly has called for Republican lawmakers to denounce former President Trump's recent threats against him and other Democratic lawmakers, who suggested that military personnel could refuse illegal orders. Kelly emphasized the lack of response from Republicans, describing it as 'crickets' in the face of Trump's incendiary comments.

President Trump has stated that residents of Chicago are urgently seeking federal law enforcement assistance following a violent weekend that resulted in one teenager's death and several others being injured in downtown shootings. This incident has intensified discussions around public safety in the city.

Former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton expressed on social media her thoughts about a nationwide announcement celebrating the departure of former President Trump, referring to it as a 'daydream' during a recent event.

Rep. Jason Crow (D-Colo.) reported receiving disturbing threats following former President Trump's allegations of sedition against him and other Democratic lawmakers. Trump claimed that these lawmakers encouraged military personnel to disobey illegal orders, labeling their actions as seditious in a recent social media post. Crow expressed concern about the implications of such threats during an interview on CBS's 'Face the Nation.'

Rep. Michael McCaul, chair emeritus of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, advised Ukraine against signing President Trump's 28-point peace plan without a robust security agreement. He expressed skepticism about the likelihood of both parties agreeing to the proposal aimed at resolving the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict.