Interstate 5 closure brings gridlock, new battle between Trump, California

Former President Donald Trump criticized Kentucky Representative Thomas Massie for remarrying after the death of his first wife. This remark has drawn backlash from fellow Republicans, who have come to Massie's defense, highlighting the inconsistency in Trump's stance given his own history of three marriages.

President Trump has pardoned Dan Wilson, a participant in the January 6, 2021, Capitol attack, for a second time, this time for illegally possessing firearms.

President Trump’s supporters are concerned that he is confusing his populist message as the Republican Party aims to maintain its base ahead of the midterm elections. Recently, Trump faced backlash from his loyal MAGA supporters after he defended H-1B visas and encouraged foreign students to study in the U.S. This shift in focus has raised alarms among his base, who fear a departure from his 'America First' stance.

Indiana Senate Republicans have rejected a redistricting proposal backed by former President Trump, becoming the first GOP-controlled state to do so ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. The Senate declined to convene in December to discuss the matter, indicating a significant shift in party dynamics regarding congressional map redraws.

Cedric Irving Jr, a 27-year-old alumnus of Skyline High School, has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of Oakland football coach John Beam. The arrest took place at the San Leandro Bart station, concluding a search for the suspect believed to be responsible for the incident. John Beam was well-known for his role in the Netflix series 'Last Chance U' and was a beloved figure in the Oakland community.

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's feud with President Trump escalated on Saturday as she reported receiving threats for diverging from his views. Greene stated that private security firms have contacted her regarding her safety due to a surge in threats against her, which she believes are being incited. This conflict follows Trump's recent decision to withdraw his endorsement of Greene and support a primary challenger against her, marking a significant deterioration in their relationship.

During a heated confrontation on CNN, Miles Taylor, a former Trump official, confronted MAGA loyalist Scott Jennings. Taylor reminded Jennings, a vocal supporter of Trump, of his past criticisms of the president, specifically calling him an 'authoritarian' who 'violated his oath.'

President Trump stated that he has 'sort of' made up his mind regarding the next steps on Venezuela, following meetings with his military team. The discussions focused on potential military actions, including the possibility of continuing to bomb boats off the Venezuelan coast.