'Not a priority': GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy criticizes FDA's delay on mifepristone study

Republican Rep. Mike Turner, the former chair of the House Intelligence Committee, criticized the Trump administration for failing to communicate its objectives regarding Venezuela to Congress, stating that the president has not been clear on the matter. This lack of communication raises concerns about the administration's strategy in dealing with the ongoing crisis in Venezuela.

Energy Secretary Chris Wright announced on Fox News that electricity prices are expected to stabilize soon, attributing this optimism to the continuation of the Trump administration's energy policies. He indicated that consumers could anticipate a halt in rising electricity costs in the near future, followed by potential declines later in the term.

Senator Bill Cassidy expressed optimism for bipartisan cooperation on healthcare, stating that a deal is possible despite the Senate's recent rejection of two competing healthcare bills aimed at extending Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies. Cassidy emphasized the need for collaboration between Democrats and Republicans during an appearance on CBS's Face the Nation.

At the National Black Growers Council meeting in New Orleans, Black farmers expressed their concerns regarding the $12 billion in tariff relief announced by the Trump administration, highlighting the ongoing challenges they face in the agricultural sector.

FBI agent Steve Friend, who was reinstated after serving as a whistleblower during the COVID-19 pandemic, has been terminated again for what the agency describes as 'unprofessional conduct' related to unauthorized media discussions. This decision comes just months after his return to the bureau under the Trump administration.

The Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation, a Native American tribe in Kansas, is facing backlash after its economic development subsidiary secured a $29.9 million federal contract from the Department of Homeland Security to design potential Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facilities. The contract was signed in October, prompting criticism that the tribe is benefiting from policies reminiscent of its own historical forced removals.

An appeals court has ruled in favor of the Trump administration, allowing it to proceed with plans to defund Planned Parenthood, marking a significant victory for the administration's agenda. This decision aligns with ongoing efforts to reduce federal funding for organizations that provide abortion services.

The Trump administration has seized a Venezuelan oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, marking a significant escalation in U.S. military operations in the region. This action reflects ongoing pressure from the U.S. government on the Maduro regime, which has been struggling with economic collapse and international sanctions.