86 Dems vote with Republicans to condemn socialism in wake of Mamdani's mayoral victory

The Senate voted to block a resolution aimed at restricting President Donald Trump's ability to use military force in Venezuela, following a shift in support from two Republican senators. This decision allows Trump to continue military operations without congressional oversight, reflecting a significant political maneuvering within the Senate.

Two pivotal Senate Republicans, Josh Hawley and Todd Young, have withdrawn their support for a war-powers resolution that aimed to limit President Trump's military authority in Venezuela, following assurances from officials that there are no plans for U.S. ground troops in the country. This decision comes amid Trump's criticism of five GOP senators who previously sided with Democrats on the issue.

Senate Republicans utilized a rarely invoked procedure to defeat a bipartisan resolution aimed at limiting President Donald Trump's military authority over Venezuela, despite earlier indications of support for such measures. This decision reflects a significant shift in the political landscape regarding U.S. military involvement in Venezuela.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has downplayed the death toll from recent protests in Iran, attributing the unrest to an alleged Israeli plot during an interview on Fox News' 'Special Report with Bret Baier'. He dismissed casualty figures as exaggerated and suggested foreign interference as a cause of the turmoil.

A California court has allowed the state's new congressional redistricting plan, approved by voters in November, to proceed, potentially enabling Democrats to gain five additional House seats. This decision comes amid ongoing legal challenges from Republicans regarding the redistricting process.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey stated that he does not support abolishing Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), while expressing criticism of the agency's operations under the Trump administration during an interview on Fox News. This statement comes amid rising tensions in Minneapolis following a series of incidents involving ICE.

The House of Representatives passed a two-bill spending package on Wednesday, securing funding for the Treasury and State departments with a significant bipartisan vote of 341-79. This legislative action aims to prevent a government shutdown at the end of the month, showcasing cooperation among lawmakers from both parties.

The Supreme Court is set to face a significant test regarding the protection of fairness in women's sports, as various legal challenges and societal debates intensify around the inclusion of transgender athletes in competitive events. This issue has become a focal point in discussions about equity and the integrity of women's sports.