Here's the biggest news you missed this weekend

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.

Northwestern University has agreed to pay $75 million to the Trump administration to settle investigations into allegations of antisemitism on its campus, thereby regaining access to federal funding that had been previously frozen. This agreement is part of a broader civil rights deal aimed at addressing the university's handling of these serious allegations.

On November 26, 2025, an Afghan refugee, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, allegedly shot and critically injured two members of the West Virginia National Guard near the White House in Washington, D.C. Homeland Security officials have attributed the vetting failures of the shooter to the Biden administration, suggesting he may have been radicalized after arriving in the U.S. in 2021.

Senator Mark Kelly faced scrutiny regarding his comments urging military personnel to disobey illegal orders from the Trump administration, raising questions about his stance on military obedience. This follows a Pentagon investigation into potential misconduct related to a video featuring Kelly and other lawmakers.

A bear has taken up residence in the crawlspace of a home in California, prompting local authorities to assess the situation and ensure the safety of both the animal and the residents. This unusual occurrence highlights the increasing interactions between wildlife and urban environments.

A tragic shooting at a banquet hall in Stockton, California, on Saturday evening resulted in the deaths of four individuals, including three children, and left at least ten others injured. The incident occurred during a family gathering shortly before 6 p.m. local time, prompting a rapid response from local authorities.

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem stated on 'Meet the Press' that decisions regarding deportation operations are hers, denying accusations of defying a court order to stop deportation flights to El Salvador. She criticized what she termed 'radical decisions' made by 'activist judges.'

The FDA has announced plans for new vaccine approval rules following an internal review that linked the Covid vaccine to the deaths of at least 10 children. This revelation has prompted significant scrutiny and calls for a reassessment of vaccine safety protocols.