Ex-Mets star Darryl Strawberry talks Trump pardon during church sermon

The United States has intensified its military presence in the Caribbean, marking the largest buildup since the 1989 invasion of Panama, amid accusations against Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro of drug trafficking. This escalation has resulted in 83 deaths, which the UN has classified as extrajudicial executions, as the U.S. employs a 'war on drugs' narrative to justify its actions.

President Donald Trump stated that the full benefits of his tariff policies have yet to be realized, indicating that stockpiles of goods accumulated to evade tariffs are diminishing. He asserted that those opposing tariffs are serving foreign interests.

Recently, President Donald Trump has faced backlash for his derogatory remarks towards female reporters, including calling one a 'piggy' during a press event. This incident occurred amidst ongoing scrutiny regarding his connections to Jeffrey Epstein, a convicted sex offender, and his administration's handling of related documents.

Senator Rand Paul criticized President Trump for labeling Democratic lawmakers as 'traitors,' describing the remarks as 'reckless, inappropriate, and irresponsible.' This condemnation follows Trump's continued attacks on Democratic senators, including Elissa Slotkin and Mark Kelly, which have sparked significant backlash.

New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani has committed to preserving the city's sanctuary status following a cordial meeting with former President Donald Trump at the White House. This meeting marked a notable shift after months of political tension between the two leaders, focusing on collaborative efforts to address key urban issues.

President Donald Trump asserted that the Republican Party is currently more united than ever, despite the recent resignation of Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene, effective January 5, 2026. Greene's departure follows a significant breakdown in her relationship with Trump and the GOP, as she cited a lack of loyalty from the party and expressed her refusal to be treated poorly.

Recent talks in Geneva between U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Ukrainian officials have reportedly made significant progress towards resolving the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, as President Trump sets a Thanksgiving deadline for a peace agreement. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, while appreciative of U.S. support, remains hesitant to fully endorse the proposed 28-point deal, which some critics argue aligns too closely with Russian demands.

The U.S. Department of Justice (DoJ) has experienced a significant decline in its workforce, losing approximately 5,500 lawyers and non-lawyers since Donald Trump took office. This exodus has been attributed to Trump's focus on political retribution and fulfilling MAGA goals, which has weakened the department's capacity to conduct investigations in civil rights and national security.