Capitol Christmas tree is lit up in DC

The Trump administration, led by Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins, has threatened to withhold Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits from several Democratic-led states unless they provide requested immigration data. This comes after a judge ruled against the administration's ability to condition food assistance on such data.

The Pentagon's Inspector General has completed an investigation into Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth regarding his sharing of sensitive military information on a Signal group chat in March. The final report has been delivered to Hegseth, marking the conclusion of this inquiry into potential misconduct.

A special 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, which has been historically Republican. This election is viewed as a significant indicator for the upcoming 2026 midterms.

A driver was successfully rescued from a truck that was dangling precariously from an overpass in West Virginia. The incident drew significant attention and required swift action from emergency responders to ensure the safety of the individual involved.

The suspect in the shooting of two members of the West Virginia National Guard near the White House has pleaded not guilty to the charges against him. The incident, which occurred on November 26, 2025, resulted in one Guardsman dead and another critically injured, prompting significant legal action against the accused, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, an Afghan national.

Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national, pleaded not guilty to multiple charges, including first-degree murder, during a virtual court appearance. The charges stem from a shooting incident on November 26, 2025, near the White House, where Lakanwal allegedly shot two members of the West Virginia National Guard, critically injuring Andrew Wolfe and resulting in the death of Sarah Beckstrom.

Two large reviews have confirmed that the HPV vaccine is very safe and effective, reducing the risk of cervical cancer by 80%. This supports the recommendation for routine vaccination of adolescents against human papillomavirus.

During a Cabinet meeting, President Trump discussed military strikes on alleged drug boats and addressed immigration issues, alongside Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. The meeting followed a controversial second strike on a drug boat, which raised questions about the decision-making process and the implications for U.S. military engagement in the Caribbean. Trump emphasized the administration's commitment to addressing drug trafficking and immigration challenges.