Trump approval rating drops slightly: Poll

Donald Trump announced that his domestic policy chief, Vince Haley, is prioritizing the construction of a triumphal arch in Washington DC, amidst rising concerns over an affordability crisis affecting millions of Americans. This revelation came during a White House holiday party, where Trump praised Haley's efforts despite criticism regarding the administration's focus on such projects over pressing economic issues.

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order that blocks states from implementing their own artificial intelligence (AI) regulations, a move that has drawn criticism from New York State Assembly member Alex Bores, who sponsored a bill aimed at regulating AI in New York.

Kevin Hassett, a candidate for the chair of the Federal Reserve, stated that if appointed, President Trump's opinions would not influence interest rate decisions at the independent agency. This assertion was made during an interview on CBS News’s 'Face the Nation,' highlighting the Fed's autonomy in monetary policy matters.

Senator Rand Paul expressed concerns that nationwide redistricting efforts could lead to increased violence in the U.S., highlighting the contentious political climate surrounding the issue. During an interview on NBC's 'Meet the Press,' Paul noted the escalation of tensions as both Republicans and Democrats engage in redrawing congressional maps ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

A mass shooting occurred at Brown University in Providence, Rhode Island, resulting in two fatalities and several critically injured individuals. A suspect in their 20s has been taken into custody, although police have not confirmed if this person is the same as the one seen in surveillance footage. The incident took place during final exams, prompting an active shooter alert on campus.

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi predicted that the United States will elect its first female president within the next generation, reflecting optimism about the future of women in leadership roles.

Senator Jim Banks expressed strong support for President Trump's upcoming actions in Syria following a deadly ambush that resulted in the deaths of two U.S. Army soldiers and one civilian interpreter, allegedly by an ISIS-affiliated gunman. This incident underscores the ongoing threat posed by ISIS in the region and the complexities of U.S. military involvement in Syria.

Nobel Peace Prize winner María Corina Machado expressed her support for President Trump's strategy towards Venezuela, asserting that the days of President Nicolás Maduro's regime are numbered. This statement was made during an interview on CBS News's 'Face the Nation.'