US justice department memo about boat strikes diverges from Trump narrative

The U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered an investigation into Arizona Senator Mark Kelly following comments made in a social media video where Kelly and other Democratic lawmakers encouraged military personnel to refuse unlawful orders. This directive was issued to the Navy Secretary, John Phelan, to review the potentially unlawful nature of Kelly's remarks.

The Trump administration has announced a new policy to retroactively vet refugees who have already been resettled in the United States, a move that immigration rights advocates claim targets some of the most vulnerable individuals in society. This policy raises concerns about the implications for those who have already established their lives in the U.S.

Officials at the US-Mexico border in Texas seized approximately $10.3 million worth of methamphetamine concealed within a shipment of lettuce. The US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) reported that the seizure included around 500 packages of meth, totaling about 1,153 pounds, and described the combination as 'a salad unfit for this year’s Thanksgiving table.'

U.S. Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll has emerged as a key envoy for a new peace proposal aimed at resolving the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, despite his limited experience in diplomacy. His ties to JD Vance, a prominent Eurosceptic, have positioned him at the forefront of negotiations as he travels to Kyiv and Abu Dhabi to engage with Russian and Ukrainian delegations.

The United States and Russia engaged in new talks in Abu Dhabi, with U.S. officials indicating that only a few delicate details remain to finalize a peace deal aimed at ending the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This development follows Ukraine's agreement to the core elements of a peace proposal brokered by the Trump administration, marking a significant step towards resolution.

The Trump administration has intensified its campaign against Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, designating him as a terrorist leader amid allegations of drug trafficking. This move raises concerns about whether the U.S. anti-drug efforts are a pretext for regime change rather than a genuine fight against narcotics.

Prime Minister Mark Carney is considering attending the 2026 World Cup draw at the Kennedy Center in Washington on December 5, as the U.S., Mexico, and Canada prepare to co-host the tournament. This comes amid stalled trade talks between Canada and the U.S., raising questions about the future of economic relations.

The US Justice Department has renewed its request to unseal grand jury materials from the Jeffrey Epstein investigation, following a recent congressional vote that supports the release of related court records. This request, signed by US Attorney Jay Clayton, argues that the legislative action last week indicates a clear mandate for transparency regarding Epstein's case.