A look at the White House's actual drug enforcement strategy

U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced backlash after stating he did not remain to observe a second military strike on an alleged drug-trafficking boat, which resulted in significant casualties. This incident has drawn criticism from Democrats, who labeled Hegseth as 'spineless' and a 'national embarrassment.' The White House has been accused of shielding Hegseth amid growing scrutiny over the legality of these military operations.

President Trump expressed strong opposition to immigrants from Somalia, stating he does not want them in the U.S. This remark comes as federal authorities prepare for an operation targeting Somali immigrants in Minneapolis, raising concerns about increased enforcement actions against this community.

The Trump administration has dismissed at least seven immigration judges in New York, a move that raises concerns about the administration's approach to immigration enforcement and judicial independence. This decision was discussed in an NPR segment featuring Jeremiah Johnson from the National Association of Immigration Judges.

Former President Donald Trump granted a pardon to Juan Orlando Hernández, the former president of Honduras, who was serving a 45-year sentence in the U.S. for drug trafficking and weapons charges. This decision has sparked significant outrage and criticism across Latin America, undermining Trump's narrative of a strong stance against drug trafficking.

For-profit companies assisting military veterans with disability claims have come under scrutiny for charging exorbitant fees, with critics labeling them as 'claim sharks.' NPR's investigation highlights the financial burdens these companies impose on veterans navigating the VA's complex processes.

President Trump convened his Cabinet amid controversy surrounding Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's authorization of military strikes in the Caribbean that resulted in the deaths of two survivors from an initial attack on their boat. Hegseth defended the operations, asserting that the U.S. is committed to targeting drug traffickers.

A special election is taking place in Tennessee's 7th Congressional District, a seat traditionally held by Republicans, which has become unexpectedly competitive as polls close on December 2. Voters are deciding between Democrat Aftyn Behn and Republican Matt Van Epps, with significant implications for both parties.

House Majority Leader Steve Scalise announced that Republican leaders are exploring alternative avenues to incorporate a measure that would prevent state-level artificial intelligence (AI) regulations, as efforts to include this provision in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) have stalled. This initiative, which has received backing from President Trump, has faced internal divisions among Republican lawmakers during ongoing negotiations.