Watch live: Trump to sign mammoth defense spending bill into law

In a recent address, President Trump outlined a controversial healthcare plan that raised concerns among critics regarding its potential impact on American healthcare. His 18-minute speech included various proposals that many view as detrimental to existing healthcare frameworks.

President Trump has directed the federal government to reclassify cannabis from a Schedule I drug to a Schedule III substance, a significant shift in U.S. drug policy that aims to ease tax burdens for cannabis businesses and facilitate more medical research. This decision does not legalize marijuana federally but alters its classification, which includes substances like ketamine and certain anabolic steroids.

The House has passed a bill to de-list gray wolves as endangered species, marking the second time in five years that such a legislative action has occurred. This decision reflects ongoing debates about wildlife management and conservation efforts in the United States.

Consumer prices in the U.S. rose at a lower-than-expected rate last month, providing President Trump with a significant political boost as he approaches the midterm campaign season. This development is seen as an early Christmas gift, potentially enhancing his economic messaging to voters.

The House has passed the Kayla Hamilton Act, a significant immigration bill aimed at enhancing screening processes following the tragic murder of 20-year-old Kayla Hamilton by an MS-13 gang member. This legislation is now set to move to the Senate for further consideration.

Second Lady Usha Vance successfully advocated for a provision in the National Defense Authorization Act that limits cellphone use in Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) classrooms, aiming to enhance the learning environment for students.

Jared Isaacman has been confirmed by the Senate as the new head of NASA, following a nomination process that faced delays, including a previous withdrawal by Trump due to Isaacman's political donations and connections to Elon Musk. The Senate voted 67-30 in favor of his confirmation, marking a significant leadership change at the agency.

President Trump is intensifying military pressure on Venezuela, recently confirming the U.S. military's seizure of an oil tanker off its coast, which marks a significant escalation in the ongoing campaign against President Nicolás Maduro's government. Despite this escalation, Trump has not clearly endorsed regime change, leaving his ultimate intentions ambiguous.