Birth mothers call for more government support

The Geminids meteor shower, an annual celestial event, is set to peak tonight, December 13th, providing an opportunity for skywatchers to witness a spectacular display of meteors. This meteor shower is known for its bright and colorful meteors, making it one of the most anticipated astronomical events of the year.

Several churches across the United States have added elements such as zip ties and gas masks to their nativity scenes as a form of protest against immigration raids conducted by ICE. Supporters argue that these displays reflect biblical values, while critics claim they are sacrilegious and politically divisive. The controversy highlights the tension between faith-based expressions and political activism.

Severe flooding in Washington state has led to widespread evacuations, with many residents forced to leave their homes as floodwaters inundated communities. The situation has been exacerbated by an atmospheric river system that has brought record rainfall, causing rivers to swell and resulting in significant disruption and damage across the region.

A North Carolina woman left her front yard Christmas tree half-decorated after immigration agents questioned men helping her, highlighting the personal impact of recent immigration enforcement actions. The unfinished tree symbolizes the disruption and fear caused by these raids in local communities.

The federal government is currently providing free water to several large agricultural districts, prompting researchers to call for the Trump administration to implement charges for this resource. Critics argue that this practice is unsustainable and unfair, particularly in light of ongoing water scarcity issues in farming regions.

The federal government's scrutiny of commercial driver's licenses issued to immigrants has revealed significant issues in eight states, following several fatal accidents linked to these licenses. This crackdown aims to ensure that licenses are issued in compliance with federal regulations and safety standards.

The federal government has threatened to withhold $73 million in highway aid from New York due to the state's practice of issuing commercial driver's licenses to foreign drivers without proper verification. This action follows concerns that these licenses may remain valid beyond the legal authorization of the individuals holding them.

Record flooding in Washington state has led to the evacuation of tens of thousands of residents following torrential rains this week, causing significant disruption and damage across the region.