New lawsuit presses Pentagon, State Dept to disclose legal justification for Venezuelan boat strikes

A federal appeals court has ruled that the Pentagon can reinstate President Donald Trump's transgender military ban while a legal challenge is ongoing, marking a significant victory for the administration. The court stated that a lower court judge had overstepped by blocking the ban, allowing the Pentagon to enforce its policy on transgender individuals serving in the military.

A prominent parents advocacy group is urging the Trump administration to implement a policy change that could provide immediate relief to families. This initiative is seen as a potential quick win for the administration, aligning with its focus on parental rights and family support.

Kirsten Hillman, who has served as Canada’s ambassador to the U.S. since 2020, is being considered for succession as negotiations for a new trade deal with the Trump administration have been ongoing and at times contentious.

The Trump administration is contemplating an executive order to regulate artificial intelligence, aiming to establish a uniform set of rules across states and prevent individual state regulations, particularly concerning AI's impact on minors. This proposal has raised alarms among child-safety advocates.

The U.S. Justice Department has officially withdrawn from its agreement with the city of Houston to monitor and address illegal dumping in predominantly Black and Latino neighborhoods. This decision signifies a retreat from previous commitments to environmental justice initiatives, particularly under the Trump administration's policies.

Recent scrutiny has emerged regarding education officials appointed by the Democrats, as a widening fraud scandal raises questions about their oversight and accountability. This situation has garnered attention amid ongoing political tensions in Washington, particularly related to the Trump administration's policies and actions on Capitol Hill.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has firmly rejected any territorial concessions to Russia, amid ongoing discussions for a peace plan led by the Trump administration. This stance complicates diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict, as military actions by Russia continue to escalate, targeting critical infrastructure in Ukraine.

The Trump administration has intensified calls for 'remigration' following a shooting incident in Washington D.C. on November 26, 2025, which critically injured two members of the National Guard. The suspected shooter, identified as Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national, has prompted the administration to halt immigration from Afghanistan and reexamine immigration policies.