DOJ opens probe into handling of Schiff mortgage investigation

Rep. Brian Mast (R-Fl.), chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, announced his support for repealing extensive sanctions on Syria, contingent upon the interim government in Damascus meeting specific conditions. President Trump is also in favor of this repeal.

A federal grand jury is investigating the Justice Department's handling of a mortgage fraud investigation involving Senator Adam Schiff, a prominent critic of former President Trump. Schiff, who was the lead impeachment manager during Trump's first impeachment trial in 2020, is under scrutiny as the inquiry raises questions about the investigation's procedures and decisions.

The Department of Justice has filed a lawsuit against California Governor Gavin Newsom over a state measure that allows illegal immigrants to access in-state tuition benefits. The lawsuit argues that this policy violates federal law and undermines the integrity of the immigration system.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt addressed President Trump's 'quiet piggy' remark, stating that he is 'very frank and honest' in his communications. This comment came in response to a reporter's inquiry about the meaning behind Trump's statement.

The Senate Agriculture Committee voted 12-11 along party lines to advance President Trump's nomination of Mike Selig to lead the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), an agency that will play a crucial role in regulating cryptocurrency. This decision comes as the CFTC prepares to address the growing complexities of the digital currency market.

Democratic senators clashed with Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) on the Senate floor over a resolution that would clarify that any damages won by Republican senators from lawsuits against the Department of Justice (DOJ) would be directed to the U.S. Treasury instead of the senators' personal accounts. This confrontation highlights ongoing tensions regarding the appropriateness of such provisions.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the United States has assured Israel's 'qualitative advantage' in the Middle East, despite President Trump's plan to sell F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia. This sale has raised concerns among Israeli and U.S. officials regarding the potential impact on Israel's military edge.

White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt announced that Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, described as a 'communist', will meet President Trump on Friday. This characterization reflects the ongoing political tensions as Mamdani prepares to take office in New York City.