Ron Johnson shoots down tariff checks

A federal judge has dismissed the criminal charges against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James, ruling that the prosecutor appointed by President Trump lacked lawful authority to pursue these cases. This decision voids the prosecutions and comes amid ongoing scrutiny of the Justice Department's handling of the cases.

The U.S. government has officially designated Venezuela's Cartel de los Soles as a foreign terrorist organization, a move announced by the Trump administration through the State Department. This designation aims to intensify pressure on President Nicolás Maduro's regime amid ongoing concerns regarding drug trafficking and human rights abuses in Venezuela.

A federal judge has dismissed the criminal indictments against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James, ruling that the prosecutor who initiated the charges was unlawfully appointed. This decision represents a significant setback for those who sought to hold Comey and James accountable, particularly in light of public pressure from President Trump for their prosecution.

President Trump’s advisers are considering a proposal to implement income caps for enrollees of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) to qualify for enhanced healthcare subsidies, aiming to prevent sharp increases in health insurance costs for millions of Americans next year. This discussion is central to ongoing negotiations following a recent government shutdown.

Senator Eric Schmitt announced that the Senate is in discussions to conduct 'Watergate-style hearings' to investigate the Biden administration's actions regarding President Trump and other Republicans following the 2020 election. This move aims to uncover the motivations and implications of the administration's pursuit of Trump and his allies.

A federal judge has dismissed the criminal cases against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James, ruling that the interim U.S. attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, Lindsey Halligan, was unlawfully appointed and lacked the authority to pursue these indictments. This decision effectively voids the charges brought against both individuals.

Marjorie Taylor Greene, a Republican congresswoman from Georgia, announced her resignation from Congress effective January 5, 2026, following a significant fallout with former President Donald Trump over the Epstein files. This decision highlights the precarious nature of political loyalty within the Republican Party, particularly in relation to Trump's influence.

Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro addressed a march in Caracas celebrating Student Day, urging young people to unite with U.S. student movements against perceived threats of war from the United States. This event coincided with rising tensions between Venezuela and the Trump administration, particularly following a U.S. military buildup in the Caribbean.