Judge blocks DC National Guard deployment

Rep. Brian Mast (R-Fl.), chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, announced his support for repealing extensive sanctions on Syria, contingent upon the interim government in Damascus meeting specific conditions. President Trump is also in favor of this repeal.

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has initiated an investigation into its own handling of mortgage fraud allegations against Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.). A federal grand jury in Maryland has been convened to examine the circumstances surrounding the case, which raises concerns about potential influence from allies of former President Trump.

U.S. District Judge Jia Cobb has ordered President Donald Trump to end the deployment of National Guard troops in Washington D.C., ruling that the military presence unlawfully intrudes on local officials' authority over law enforcement.

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.

The Senate Agriculture Committee voted 12-11 along party lines to advance President Trump's nomination of Mike Selig to lead the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), an agency that will play a crucial role in regulating cryptocurrency. This decision comes as the CFTC prepares to address the growing complexities of the digital currency market.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the United States has assured Israel's 'qualitative advantage' in the Middle East, despite President Trump's plan to sell F-35 fighter jets to Saudi Arabia. This sale has raised concerns among Israeli and U.S. officials regarding the potential impact on Israel's military edge.

A federal judge has ruled that the deployment of National Guard troops in Washington, D.C., was unlawful, marking a significant setback for the president's plans to utilize the guard in the nation's capital. The order is currently on hold until December 11, allowing time for potential appeals.