Trump meets freed Israeli hostages, calls them ‘heroes’ in White House ceremony

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.'

President Trump labeled Democrats as 'traitors' after they released a video urging military and intelligence personnel to 'refuse illegal orders.' This statement reflects Trump's ongoing tensions with Democratic lawmakers and raises concerns about the implications of such rhetoric on military conduct and civil-military relations.