Kelly shrugs off Trump court-martial threat, says growing up in Tony Soprano’s hometown made him ‘resilient’

Former President Donald Trump has expressed a desire for a new owner for CNN as part of any sale of Warner Bros. Discovery, labeling the network as a 'very dishonest group of people.' This statement comes amid a tumultuous period for Warner Bros. Discovery, which is currently the target of a hostile takeover bid from Paramount Skydance, led by David Ellison.

Democrat Eileen Higgins has won the Miami mayoral race, marking the first time in nearly 30 years that a Democrat has held the position, defeating Republican Emilio González, who was endorsed by former President Donald Trump. This victory is seen as a significant shift in the political landscape of Miami, traditionally a Republican stronghold.

Thirteen House Republicans voted alongside Democrats in a 222-200 decision to advance legislation aimed at repealing former President Trump's executive order that limited the power of federal worker unions. This bipartisan effort reflects a significant shift in the dynamics within the GOP, as some members openly defy party leadership.

US Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the seizure of an oil tanker off the coast of Venezuela, which had been under US sanctions for several years, as part of the Trump administration's intensified pressure on Nicolás Maduro's regime.

President Trump has lifted restrictions on Nvidia, allowing the sale of its advanced H200 AI chips to approved customers in China. This decision coincided with the Justice Department's announcement of arrests related to a smuggling operation involving these chips, which were intended for use by the Chinese military.

An environmental group has filed a lawsuit seeking to prevent the government from featuring President Trump's image on a new national parks and monuments pass, describing his likeness as 'bloated' and 'attention-seeking.' This legal action reflects growing discontent among environmentalists regarding the association of Trump's image with national parks.

Republican-led efforts to redraw congressional lines in Indiana, aimed at benefiting the GOP, have encountered unexpected resistance, particularly from within the state's own party. This pushback highlights the complexities of local political dynamics amid broader national strategies.

Interior Secretary Doug Burgum has labeled California a 'national security risk' during an interview, emphasizing the contrasting energy policies between California and Pennsylvania under Trump's energy dominance agenda. Burgum's remarks highlight concerns over how blue states may be influencing national energy cost averages.