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Truck drivers in Mexico block major highways to protest the government's failure to pay bills
Truck drivers have blocked some major highways in central Mexico to protest the fact the government hasn't paid them for work they did on a tourist train lineABC News - Dec. 10 -
Prosecutors fight Trump’s latest push to dismiss criminal hush-money case
Prosecutors file paperwork and argue that Trump’s position as president-elect does not grant him legal protection. Manhattan prosecutors filed paperwork to fight Donald Trump ’s most recent push ...The Guardian - Dec. 10 -
Congress races toward fast-approaching government shutdown deadline
Congress has just 10 days until government funding is set to run out, and lawmakers don’t have a deal to keep the lights on during the holidays. Members on both sides of the aisle expect the ...The Hill - Dec. 10 -
Ernst Suggests She Will Not Oppose Hegseth for Defense Secretary
Senator Joni Ernst, an Iowa Republican who is facing re-election in 2026, appeared less skeptical after President-elect Donald Trump’s supporters threatened her with political retribution.The New York Times - Dec. 10 -
Sources: Closer Romano, Phillies agree to deal
Closer Jordan Romano and the Phillies are in agreement on a contract.ESPN - Dec. 9 -
Phillies find late-inning bullpen help with former Jays closer Romano
The Phillies have agreed to a one-year deal with free-agent reliever Jordan Romano, filling a late-inning bullpen hole with a right-hander who saved 95 games for the Toronto Blue Jays from 2021-23.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 9 -
Trump and Biden react to fall of Syrian government
The current and next president responded to the fall of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's regime after he fled the country as rebels advanced into Damascus.ABC News - Dec. 9 -
Trump says ‘we're not touching’ Social Security in proposed cuts to government spending
During an exclusive interview with Meet the Press, President-elect Donald Trump says he’ll make the federal government “more efficient,” but he does not plan to touch federal entitlements like ...NBC News - Dec. 8 -
Trump’s Social Security pick is a CEO with no government experience. Can he guide a troubled program 67 million Americans rely on?
Experts wonder if Fiserv CEO Frank Bisignano’s business background will help — or hurt — Social Security.MarketWatch - Dec. 7 -
Republicans who oppose Trump face risk of retaliation from Musk
Billionaire has hinted he will back challenges to lawmakers who vote against the Maga agendaFinancial Times - Dec. 7 -
The Commanders inch closer to possibly bringing back their old logo
Alumni merchandise with old logo will go on sale later this month.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 7 -
TikTok is inching closer to a potential ban in the US. So what's next?
TikTok’s future in the U.S. appeared uncertain on Friday after a federal appeals court rejected a legal challenge the company brought against a law that requires it to cut ties with its China-based ...ABC News - Dec. 6 -
How Josh Allen's turnover-free, less-is-more approach is spearheading Bills QB's push for first MVP
This might be the best version of Josh Allen we've seen as he closes in on an NFL MVP awardCBS Sports - Dec. 6 -
World Bank reaches $100bn funding target but faces Trump challenge
US contribution under Biden sets up potential battle in the new Congress next yearFinancial Times - Dec. 6 -
5 reasons Trump 47 will govern like no president in history
Trump's second term is expected to be marked by constitutional conflicts, business conflicts of interest, loyalty tests for generals, a hostile takeover of government, and a machismo attitude of ...The Hill - Dec. 6 -
FirstFT: US equity funds record $140bn of inflows after Trump’s election win
Also in this newsletter, South Korea’s ruling party warns president could impose martial law again and the FT’s most influential women of 2024Financial Times - Dec. 6 -
Investors pour $140bn into US stock funds after Trump election victory
Bets incoming administration will enact ‘pro growth’ agenda spur rush into Wall Street equitiesFinancial Times - Dec. 6 -
Elon Musk Brings Trump’s Government Efficiency Push to Capitol Hill
Elon Musk and former presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy went to Capitol Hill.Inc. - Dec. 5 -
GOP senators push to take out provision in defense bill to draft women in military
Eight Republican senators sent a letter to the top negotiators for the annual defense bill asking them to take out a provision that would require women to register for the Selective Service System ...The Hill - Dec. 5 -
To increase government efficiency, align government workers’ incentives
President-elect Trump's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) promises to cut government spending, and the government should give bonuses to departments that spend less than budgeted and ...The Hill - Dec. 5 -
Trump’s Threats About the Dollar Could Push Other Countries to Find Alternatives
President-elect Donald J. Trump threatened to impose tariffs on countries that seek to replace the dollar in trade or undermine its global reserve currency status.The New York Times - Dec. 5 -
Hegseth continuing push for defense secretary as Trump reportedly considers replacements
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's choice for defense secretary, is saying he won't withdraw from consideration for the job even as allegations of misconduct surface from Hegseth's past. ...CBS News - Dec. 5 -
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We’ve Never Been Closer to Finding Life Outside Our Solar System
Thanks to the James Webb Space Telescope, we may have spotted a galactic neighbor with all the right molecular ingredients a mere 40 light-years away.Wired - Dec. 5 -
GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy draws primary challenger citing Trump impeachment vote
Louisiana State Treasurer John Fleming announced he would challenge GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy, who voted to convict Trump after his 2021 impeachment trial.NBC News - Dec. 4 -
Jamie Foxx pushes on Capitol Hill for more Down syndrome research funding in honor of sister
Oscar-winning actor Jamie Foxx joined lawmakers on Capitol Hill Wednesday to push for more funding for the National Institute of Health’s (NIH) research program on Down syndrome. The DeOndra ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Hegseth speaks out on Trump's requests, push for confirmation
Pete Hegseth is characterizing allegations around him as distractions as he attempts to gain the support of senators ahead of his confirmation hearing for the secretary of defense post. Politico's ...CBS News - Dec. 4 -
'I pulled him out': Trump pushes back on DEA pick saying he withdrew
Florida sheriff Chad Chronister announced Tuesday he was withdrawing his name from consideration to run the Drug Enforcement Agency.ABC News - Dec. 4 -
Get A Closer Look At The Doppelghast Enemy In CoD: Black Ops 6 Zombies
Citadelle des Morts is a new Zombies map arriving in Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 on December 5, and Treyarch has released a short video to give players a behind-the-scenes look at the making of the ...GameSpot - Dec. 4 -
GOP lawmakers already divided over sweeping Trump policy bill
John Thune wants a two-step strategy that addresses immigration and energy first, and then taxes later. Key House Republicans aren’t on board that plan.Politico - Dec. 4 -
9 states poised to end coverage for millions if Trump cuts Medicaid funding
About 3.7 million people are at immediate risk of losing health coverage should the federal government cut funding for Medicaid expansions, as some allies of President-elect Donald Trump have ...CBS News - Dec. 4 -
How Private Funds Could Hurt Americans Under Trump
The fund managers who backed Donald Trump’s candidacy have welcomed his victory with calls for new directions in policy.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
Why Republicans Might Oppose Trump’s Push to Undo Biden’s Triumphs
President Biden wants to make it more difficult for President-elect Donald J. Trump to repeal his signature legislation, which sent money flowing to Republican districts nationwide.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
NY Democrat: Patel picked to 'weaponize' government against Trump enemies
New York Rep. Dan Goldman (D) warned that some of President-elect Trump's Cabinet and senior staff picks will be used to "weaponize" the government, specifically mentioning Kash Patel, who was ...The Hill - Dec. 3 -
Congress faces shutdown dilemma that could mess with Trump's first 100 days
Congress faces a Dec. 20 deadline to avert a government shutdown and is expected to kick the funding fight til early 2025 when President-elect Donald Trump will be in office.NBC News - Dec. 3 -
French Government Faces No-Confidence Vote Over Budget Bill
Prime Minister Michel Barnier pushed a budget bill through the lower house of Parliament without a vote. A no-confidence vote this week could topple him and his cabinet.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
The Papers: Starmer wants 'closer US ties' and Wallace 'Boiling Point'
The PM's comments on Donald Trump and the fallout over allegations about the MasterChef presenter lead the papers.BBC News - Dec. 3 -
Hedge funds profit from ‘Trump trades’ around US election
Element Capital and Graham Capital among macro managers that did well out of recent market swingsFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
California special session to 'safeguard' state from Trump kicks off with proposed $25 million legal fund
Gov. Gavin Newsom's special legislative session to safeguard California from potential "federal overreach" from the incoming Trump administration begins Monday.CNBC - Dec. 3
