Federal grand jury investigating handling of Schiff criminal probe

The Justice Department has reversed its previous stance, confirming that the full grand jury did review the indictment against former FBI Director James Comey. This change follows comments from acting U.S. Attorney Lindsey Halligan, who indicated that not all grand jury members had seen the final version of the indictment, raising concerns about the indictment's validity.

Zohran Mamdani, the New York City Mayor-elect, is set to meet with former President Donald Trump to discuss issues of affordability and public safety. Trump pollster John McLaughlin indicated that those anticipating a contentious exchange may be disappointed, suggesting a more straightforward dialogue is expected.

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has initiated an investigation into its own handling of mortgage fraud allegations against Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.). A federal grand jury in Maryland has been convened to examine the circumstances surrounding the case, which raises concerns about potential influence from allies of former President Trump.

Freed Israeli hostages met with President Trump at the White House, expressing gratitude for his involvement in their release. During the ceremony, they shared their experiences of survival and resilience, highlighting the emotional impact of their ordeal.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) expressed disagreement with President Trump's suggestion that Democratic lawmakers should face imprisonment or the death penalty for urging military personnel to resist unlawful orders. Thune condemned Trump's remarks, which followed a video from Democrats encouraging military members to disobey illegal commands.

The Trump administration has proposed new oil and gas drilling off the coast of California and in the Eastern Gulf of Mexico. This initiative aims to expand U.S. oil production, which has been a significant focus for the administration. The proposal has sparked concerns regarding environmental impacts and regulatory changes.

U.S. District Judge Jia Cobb ruled that the deployment of troops in Washington D.C. by former President Trump was unlawful. The decision comes amid ongoing discussions about the appropriateness of military presence in the nation's capital, particularly concerning local law enforcement authority.

Karoline Leavitt clarified that former President Trump does not advocate for executing Democrats, following his earlier social media post suggesting that their actions are 'punishable by DEATH.' This statement came after Trump criticized Democratic lawmakers for urging military personnel to disobey illegal orders, labeling their behavior as 'seditious.'