The new type of savings account for children that made it into the One Big Beautiful Bill Act changed as it moved through Congress. Observers are still trying to make sense of it

Harvard University reported nearly half a billion dollars in cryptocurrency holdings in its latest quarterly report, coinciding with a significant downturn in the Bitcoin market. This timing raises concerns about the institution's investment strategy and risk management practices in volatile asset classes.

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.) has filed a discharge petition to compel a vote on a bill aimed at banning stock trading by members of Congress and their immediate families, seeking to bypass House Republican leadership's inaction on the matter. This move underscores her commitment to addressing perceived conflicts of interest among lawmakers.

Tonight, a special House election is taking place in Tennessee's 7th Congressional District, featuring Democrat Aftyn Behn and Republican Matt Van Epps. NBC News Chief Data Analyst Steve Kornacki highlights the critical areas where Behn must overperform to flip the seat, while Sahil Kapur notes the lack of optimism in Congress for a deal on health insurance premiums.

The GOP is experiencing internal divisions regarding Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's authorization of a controversial 'double-tap' military strike on a suspected drug boat in the Caribbean, which has prompted Congress to investigate the legality of such actions. The Senate Armed Services Committee is preparing for hearings to address these concerns.

Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national, pleaded not guilty to multiple charges, including first-degree murder, during his first court appearance via video from a hospital bed. The charges stem from a shooting incident on November 26, 2025, near the White House, which critically injured two members of the West Virginia National Guard.

Congress is facing dwindling hopes for a health care deal as the deadline approaches for significant increases in health insurance premiums set to take effect in January. With less than a month remaining, millions of Americans are at risk of facing higher costs for their health coverage unless legislative action is taken.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth stated he did not observe any survivors following a U.S. military strike on an alleged drug boat, but he commended a commander for the decision to sink the vessel. Hegseth's comments come amid scrutiny regarding the legality and ethics of military operations targeting drug trafficking in the Caribbean.

GOP Representative Darrell Issa is contemplating a move from California to Texas to run for Congress, a decision influenced by ongoing redistricting conflicts that are reshaping electoral maps in both states. This potential shift highlights the complexities of political maneuvering in the face of changing demographics and party strategies.