Jimmy Fallon’s Crack About Melania Trump's Christmas Decorations Draws Gasps

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.

The White House has criticized the Biden administration for allegedly 'recklessly' releasing nearly 100,000 Afghan nationals into the U.S., following a shooting incident in Washington, D.C., where two National Guard members were critically injured. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt emphasized the urgency of completing the president's mass deportation operation in light of this event.

President Trump has emphasized the need to combat drug trafficking from Latin America, outlining the administration's strategy to address this ongoing issue. The White House's approach includes military actions against alleged drug boats and a broader crackdown on immigration from regions considered high risk.

President Trump revealed that First Lady Melania Trump is dissatisfied with the ongoing construction noise from the new ballroom being built on the White House grounds, which has disrupted their daily life. He noted that she often hears pile drivers throughout the day and night, indicating her frustration with the situation.

Pop star Sabrina Carpenter publicly condemned the White House for using her song 'Juno' in a video that accompanied immigration raids conducted by ICE in Chicago, labeling the video as 'evil and disgusting.' This criticism has sparked a heated exchange between Carpenter and the White House, highlighting the contentious nature of immigration enforcement in the U.S.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth defended a follow-up military strike on an alleged drug boat in September, claiming he did not see survivors due to 'the fog of war.' This statement comes amid controversy regarding the initial attack that reportedly resulted in the deaths of individuals on board. Hegseth's comments were made during a Cabinet meeting at the White House, where he faced scrutiny over the military operations.

President Donald Trump signed the Medal of Honor Act, which increases the special monthly pension payable to living recipients, as announced by the White House.

Pop star Sabrina Carpenter has publicly condemned the White House for using her song 'Juno' in a video that soundtracks immigration raids conducted by ICE in Chicago. She described the video as 'evil and disgusting' and urged that her music should not be associated with such actions.