Tuesday Briefing Trump and Harris Prepare to Debate

Monday Briefing: How Trump Re-Wrote Jan. 6

Plus, the end of an era for Hong Kong’s cabbies

The New York Times - Jan. 5

Joe Biden prepares to bow out

Plus, UK retail earnings, South Korea’s Yoon summoned to parliamentary hearing and Venezuela’s Maduro sworn in

Financial Times - Jan. 5

How both sides of sides are preparing as Trump set to take office

With President-elect Donald Trump vowing to close the U.S.-Mexico border, Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports from both sides of the border.

CBS News - Jan. 5

How both sides of the border are preparing as Trump set to take office

With President-elect Donald Trump vowing to close the U.S.-Mexico border, Camilo Montoya-Galvez reports from both sides of the border.

CBS News - Jan. 5

Harris to certify Trump victory on Jan. 6 anniversary

Vice President Kamala Harris will oversee a new Republican-led Congress as they certify Donald Trump’s election win on the anniversary of the violent Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol. NBC’s Vaughn ...

NBC News - Jan. 5

Schumer calls on Thune for briefing on attacks in New Orleans, Las Vegas

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) sent a letter to incoming Republican Senate Majority Leader John Thune (S.D.) calling for the upper chamber to have a briefing on the New Year’s Day ...

The Hill - Jan. 5

Race to replace Justin Welby to begin as archbishop prepares to step down

Appointing new archbishop of Canterbury likely to take months after Welby’s resignation over abuse scandal. Justin Welby will relinquish his role as archbishop of Canterbury at midnight on Monday, ...

The Guardian - Jan. 5

A Weakened Iran Prepares to Face Trump 2.0

Tehran is bracing for a tough confrontation with the incoming Trump administration while holding a weak hand after setbacks in 2024.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 5

Jimmy Carter updates: Former president to remain in Atlanta through Tuesday

The funeral ceremonies for former President Jimmy Carter are underway. His body was transferred from his hometown of Plains, Georgia, to Atlanta.

ABC News - Jan. 4

Carville reflects on failed prediction that Harris would defeat Trump: 'Very depressing'

Democratic political strategist James Carville, who has been openly critical of the Harris campaign since Democrats' 2024 election losses, reflected on his failed prediction that Vice President ...

The Hill - Jan. 4

Pope says bullying at school prepares students for war, not peace

"Imagining peace" lays foundation for "more just and fraternal world," he says.

ABC News - Jan. 4

‘We’ve been at this rodeo before’: gun-safety groups prepare for second Trump term

With ‘the best friend gun owners have ever had in the White House’ to return, gun-safety groups eye state level actions. Donald Trump ’s imminent return to Washington has put gun-safety groups on ...

The Guardian - Jan. 4

Schumer presses Thune for briefings on recent attacks

Thune took control of the Senate chamber on Friday.

Politico - Jan. 4

Which teams, players and stories will dominate 2025 in the NBA? Our experts debate

From coaches on the hot seat to breakout players, our NBA insiders answer some of the biggest questions heading into 2025.

ESPN - Jan. 4

TikTok and Government Clash in Last Round of Supreme Court Briefs

The briefs, filed a week before oral arguments, offered sharply differing accounts of China’s influence over the site and the role of the First Amendment.

The New York Times - Jan. 3

Harris ribs Sanders during official Senate swearing-in

Vice President Harris gently ribbed Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) during the official Senate swearing-in on Friday. "Stand right here. Although that is not your nature, to just stand where you're ...

The Hill - Jan. 3

Watch live: Harris swears in new senators

Vice President Harris will open the Senate for the 119th Congress Friday afternoon, swearing in members as the GOP prepares to take control of the upper chamber. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) is poised ...

The Hill - Jan. 3

Germany debates menace of ‘firework bombs’ after New Year’s violence

Deaths and clashes with police mar celebrations, with officials calling for tougher curbs on use of powerful fireworks

Financial Times - Jan. 3

FirstFT: China’s central bank prepares for historic monetary policy shift

Also in today’s newsletter, cold winter snap stokes US heating prices and a shake-up at the top of Meta

Financial Times - Jan. 3

Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid prepare move for Huijsen

Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.

ESPN - Jan. 3

Friday Briefing

The aftermath of a New Year’s attack in New Orleans.

The New York Times - Jan. 3

Ukraine war briefing: Zelenskyy hopes Trump’s ‘unpredictability’ can end war with Russia

Ukrainian leader has sought to build bridges with Trump amid fears the president-elect could slow vital military aid once in office. What we know on day 1,045. See all our Ukraine coverage ...

The Guardian - Jan. 3

Biden Officials Prepare for Potential Bird Flu Outbreak With Added Money

The administration is committing an additional $306 million toward battling the virus, and will distribute the money before President-elect Donald J. Trump takes office.

The New York Times - Jan. 3

Friday Briefing: F.B.I. Said the New Orleans Attacker Acted Alone

Plus, eat better in 2025.

The New York Times - Jan. 2

Debate Over U.S. Sanctions on Russia For Ukraine War Intensifies

The president-elect has said he will use sanctions sparingly while vowing to end the war in Ukraine, renewing questions over their efficacy.

The New York Times - Jan. 2

Irish mourn attack while preparing to face UGA

Notre Dame coach Marcus Freeman said his team is processing the attack that killed 15 people while still preparing to win a critical game.

ESPN - Jan. 2

Thursday Briefing: An Attack in New Orleans

Plus, fitness goals beyond weight loss.

The New York Times - Jan. 2

FBI to brief House Homeland Security Committee on New Orleans attack

The Assistant Director of the FBI's Counterterrorism will brief the committee members and staff in a call on Thursday morning, according to a committee aide.

CBS News - Jan. 2

GOP lawmakers request Yellen briefing on Chinese hackers' Treasury breach

Republican lawmakers are swiftly urging the Treasury Department to provide answers on a recent cybersecurity attack from China that infiltrated various workstations, as outlined in ...

The Hill - Jan. 2

Carville on Harris loss: ‘It is and it always will be the economy, stupid’

Democratic strategist James Carville, who coined the phrase “It’s the economy, stupid,” admitted his predictions for the 2024 race were wrong and that Democrats lost because of the economy. ...

The Hill - Jan. 2

Thursday Briefing

A deadly attack in New Orleans.

The New York Times - Jan. 2

Waters details brief Luka altercation in Warriors-Mavericks game

In the latest episode of "Dubs Talk," Golden State Warriors reserve Lindy Waters III told NBC Sports Bay Area's Monte Poole about his brief altercation with Dallas Mavericks superstar Luka Dončić.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 1

Biden briefed on New Orleans attack, spoke to mayor about federal support

NBC News' Gabe Gutierrez reports that President Biden has been briefed after a car drove into a crowd in New Orleans and has spoken to the mayor of the city to offer support as the investigation ...

NBC News - Jan. 1