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The Shakedown: Trump’s DOJ Pressured Lawyers To “Find” Evidence That UCLA Had Illegally Tolerated Antisemitism

The Shakedown: Trump’s DOJ Pressured Lawyers To “Find” Evidence That UCLA Had Illegally Tolerated Antisemitism

Peter Elkind and Katherine Mangan, Techdirt

This story was originally published by ProPublica. Republished under a CC BY-NC-ND 3.0 license. On the morning of Thursday, July 31, James B. Milliken was enjoying a round of golf at the remote Sand Hills club in Western Nebraska when his cellphone buzzed. Mi…

Dec 22, 2025, 11:54 PM

Federal judge rules the U.S. violated due process with Alien Enemies Act deportations

Federal judge rules the U.S. violated due process with Alien Enemies Act deportations

NPR Washington Desk, NPR

Judge James Boasberg said the U.S. denied due process to the Venezuelan men it deported to a prison in El Salvador after President Trump invoked the 1798 Alien Enemies Act.

Legal & JusticeImmigration

Dec 22, 2025, 11:18 PM

Judge tells administration to submit plans for return of migrants sent to El Salvador

Judge tells administration to submit plans for return of migrants sent to El Salvador

Armando Garcia, ABC News

A judge has ordered the Trump administration to submit plans to return or provide hearings for the migrants who were sent to El Salvador's CECOT mega-prison in March.

ImmigrationLegal & JusticeForeign Policy & International

Dec 22, 2025, 11:04 PM

Trump’s war on windmills, briefly explained

Trump’s war on windmills, briefly explained

Cameron Peters, Vox

This story appeared in The Logoff, a daily newsletter that helps you stay informed about the Trump administration without letting political news take over your life. Subscribe here. Welcome to The Logoff: President Donald Trump is launching a new attack in hi…

Dec 22, 2025, 11:02 PM

Trump says 2 new 'Trump-class' ships will be added to 'Golden Fleet'

Trump says 2 new 'Trump-class' ships will be added to 'Golden Fleet'

Sarah Gray, Business Insider

President Donald Trump said they would be "AI-controlled" and he said that the design would be led by the US Navy with his aesthetic input.

Government & AdministrationMilitary

Dec 22, 2025, 10:39 PM

What cuts to research under Trump have meant for science in 2025

What cuts to research under Trump have meant for science in 2025

Katia Riddle, NPR

Trump administration officials say changes to federal agencies engaged in science were made in the interests of better science that benefits more Americans. Many scientists we spoke with disagree.

Science PolicyHealth & SciencePolicy & Legislation

Dec 22, 2025, 10:36 PM

Is CBS News censoring 60 Minutes?

Is CBS News censoring 60 Minutes?

Andrew Prokop, Vox

Is CBS News editor-in-chief Bari Weiss censoring critical coverage of the Trump administration to please the network’s billionaire backers and the president himself? It’s the crisis many have anticipated since Weiss — a center-right provocateur known for her …

Dec 22, 2025, 10:29 PM

The best sci-fi TV shows of 2025, ranked

The best sci-fi TV shows of 2025, ranked

Richard Edwards, Space.com

Watch those skies! In 2025, quality television really did come from outer space.

Dec 22, 2025, 10:00 PM

Nearly two dozen states sue the Trump administration over funding for CFPB

Nearly two dozen states sue the Trump administration over funding for CFPB

Rafael Nam, NPR

The attorney generals say the Trump administration is refusing to accept funding for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, which could hurt consumers in their states.

Dec 22, 2025, 9:52 PM

County Judge Convicted Of Obstruction For Helping Migrants Avoid An ICE Ambush

County Judge Convicted Of Obstruction For Helping Migrants Avoid An ICE Ambush

Tim Cushing, Techdirt

You generally don’t see criminal charges filed against judges at any level of the court system. If it does happen, it’s used to address egregious and constant criminal activity by sitting judges. The most common path towards discipline relies on the court sys…

Dec 22, 2025, 9:48 PM

21 Democratic-led states sue White House over consumer protection bureau funding

21 Democratic-led states sue White House over consumer protection bureau funding

KEN SWEET, Yahoo Entertainment

A coalition of 21 attorneys general from Democratic-led states sued the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and its director, Russell Vought, on Monday...

Legal & JusticeConsumer ProtectionPolicy & Legislation

Dec 22, 2025, 9:38 PM

Ros Atkins on… the oil tanker being pursued by the US

Ros Atkins on… the oil tanker being pursued by the US

BBC News

The BBC’s Analysis Editor Ros Atkins looks at what we know about the "active pursuit" of an oil tanker by the US Coast Guard off the coast of Venezuela.

Dec 22, 2025, 9:27 PM

Why are visa workers getting stuck overseas? Here's what to know.

Why are visa workers getting stuck overseas? Here's what to know.

Melia Russell, Business Insider

Extending an H-1B visa used to mean a quick trip abroad. Now it can mean getting stranded, as consular officers review applicants' social-media posts.

ImmigrationPolicy & Legislation

Dec 22, 2025, 9:21 PM

Top Republican suddenly emerges as White House threat to JD Vance in 2028

Top Republican suddenly emerges as White House threat to JD Vance in 2028

Tom Wrobleski, SILive.com

“When Trump is not in the White House, then what?”

Dec 22, 2025, 9:16 PM

Cloudy future for bourbon has Jim Beam closing Kentucky distillery for a year

Cloudy future for bourbon has Jim Beam closing Kentucky distillery for a year

JEFFREY COLLINS Associated Press, Fox56news.com

Bourbon maker Jim Beam is halting production at one of its distilleries in Kentucky for at least a year as the whiskey industry navigates tariffs from the...

Dec 22, 2025, 9:03 PM

Thailand and Cambodia agree to meet amid renewed cross-border fighting

Thailand and Cambodia agree to meet amid renewed cross-border fighting

Al Jazeera, Al Jazeera English

Planned talks come as Southeast Asian leaders urge both countries to show 'maximum restraint' and return to dialogue.

Foreign Policy & InternationalRegional & State

Dec 22, 2025, 9:02 PM

Canada names new ambassador to US as key trade talks loom

Canada names new ambassador to US as key trade talks loom

Al Jazeera, Al Jazeera English

Terms of North American free trade deal set to be renegotiated in 2026 under shadow of US tariff policies.

TradeForeign Policy & InternationalCanada

Dec 22, 2025, 8:56 PM

WATCH: Why gas prices are falling and what it means for your holiday plans

WATCH: Why gas prices are falling and what it means for your holiday plans

ABC News

Matt McClain, petroleum analyst with GasBuddy, joins ABC News Live to explain what’s driving lower gas prices and whether they are expected to keep falling into 2026.

Economy & FinancePrices and Cost of Living

Dec 22, 2025, 8:54 PM

Charlie Kirk Said Nicki Minaj Is Not a Good Role Model in Resurfaced Video

Charlie Kirk Said Nicki Minaj Is Not a Good Role Model in Resurfaced Video

TMZ Staff, TMZ

Nicki Minaj is a fan of Charlie Kirk, as she made clear at a TPUSA sit-down with Erika Kirk this weekend ... but the slain right-wing activist was not such a fan of hers -- at least according to an old clip making the rounds online. Watch the video…

Social Issues & CultureMedia & Communications

Dec 22, 2025, 8:48 PM

The Trump administration is suing the District of Columbia over its gun laws

The Trump administration is suing the District of Columbia over its gun laws

BILL BARROW, Yahoo Entertainment

The Trump administration is suing the local government of Washington, D.C., over its gun laws, alleging that restrictions on certain semiautomatic weapons...

Dec 22, 2025, 8:34 PM

Are banks and post offices open Christmas Eve and Christmas Day?

Are banks and post offices open Christmas Eve and Christmas Day?

Bebe Hodges, Cincinnati Enquirer, The Cincinnati Enquirer

Here's which public services will be open and closed Dec. 24 and Dec. 25 in Greater Cincinnati.

Regional & StatePersonal & Family

Dec 22, 2025, 8:31 PM

Trump administration orders 'abrupt' recall of dozens of career diplomats: Source

Trump administration orders 'abrupt' recall of dozens of career diplomats: Source

Josh Margolin, Luis Martinez, Mariam Khan, ABC News

Trump administration recalls dozens of career diplomats from overseas posts in the next month, according to a source familiar with the matter.

Dec 22, 2025, 8:30 PM

Marsha Blackburn Bundles Every Bad Tech Bill Into One, Slaps Trump’s Name On It

Marsha Blackburn Bundles Every Bad Tech Bill Into One, Slaps Trump’s Name On It

Mike Masnick, Techdirt

Fourteen years ago, right after the FCC issued its order on net neutrality, Marsha Blackburn flipped out and released a video talking (misleadingly!) about how wonderful Facebook and Twitter were and how they would be destroyed if the big evil government inte…

Technology RegulationPolicy & LegislationSocial Media

Dec 22, 2025, 8:16 PM

WATCH: Holiday MIRA-cle: Girl who had near-fatal brain injury goes ‘Ho Ho Home’

WATCH: Holiday MIRA-cle: Girl who had near-fatal brain injury goes ‘Ho Ho Home’

ABC News

Three months after brain surgery and intensive rehabilitation, 11-year-old Mira walked out of Blythedale Children's Hospital in Valhalla, New York, on her own.

Dec 22, 2025, 8:11 PM

Trump’s Plan to Corrupt the Media Is Starting to Work

Trump’s Plan to Corrupt the Media Is Starting to Work

Jonathan Chait, The Atlantic

CBS pulled a critical story after the president complained about the network’s coverage.

Media & CommunicationsCensorshipPersonal Legal

Dec 22, 2025, 8:06 PM

What to know about Trump's $1 million 'Gold Card' visas

What to know about Trump's $1 million 'Gold Card' visas

Bryan Metzger, Business Insider

For the hefty price of $1 million, plus at least $15,000 in fees, you can get permanent residency in the United States.

ImmigrationEconomy & Finance

Dec 22, 2025, 7:47 PM

Larry Ellison Revives Paramounts’ Bid on Warner as His Son Hollows Out CBS News

Larry Ellison Revives Paramounts’ Bid on Warner as His Son Hollows Out CBS News

AJ Dellinger, Gizmodo.com

They're probably promising Trump a producer credit.

Economy & Finance

Dec 22, 2025, 7:10 PM

Can diplomacy end the conflict between Thailand and Cambodia?

Can diplomacy end the conflict between Thailand and Cambodia?

Al Jazeera English

The neighbouring countries hold their first direct meeting in regional push for peace.

Dec 22, 2025, 7:04 PM

Bari Weiss Shows Her True Colors, Kills A 60 Minutes Story Critical Of The President’s Concentration Camps

Bari Weiss Shows Her True Colors, Kills A 60 Minutes Story Critical Of The President’s Concentration Camps

Karl Bode, Techdirt

We’ve noted repeatedly how right wing billionaire Larry Ellison hired Bari Weiss to run CBS for a very obvious set of reasons: to coddle wealth and power, validate and amplify right wing grievance bullshit, divide and distract the electorate, and undermine re…

Media & CommunicationsSocial Issues & CultureElections & Politics

Dec 22, 2025, 6:56 PM

Trump's appointment of Greenland envoy sparks fresh row with Denmark

Trump's appointment of Greenland envoy sparks fresh row with Denmark

BBC News

The BBC's diplomatic correspondent James Landale explains how Trump's appoinment of a special envoy to Greenland has shaken diplomatic with Denmark.

Dec 22, 2025, 6:52 PM

US pauses offshore wind projects over security concerns

US pauses offshore wind projects over security concerns

BBC News

The Trump administration has long opposed wind power, most often citing cost and reliability concerns.

EnergyEnvironmentPolicy & Legislation

Dec 22, 2025, 6:51 PM

What Trump promised with his 'Liberation Day' tariffs — and what he delivered

What Trump promised with his 'Liberation Day' tariffs — and what he delivered

Ben Werschkul, Yahoo Entertainment

On April, President Trump appeared at the White House to unveil his “Liberation Day” tariffs. It was a speech that included a laundry list of promises about ...

Dec 22, 2025, 6:43 PM

Lawmakers threaten legal action against Bondi, DOJ over release of Epstein files

Lawmakers threaten legal action against Bondi, DOJ over release of Epstein files

Allison Pecorin, Lauren Peller, ABC News

Schumer called the Justice Department's partial release a "blatant cover-up."

Dec 22, 2025, 6:24 PM

Billionaire philanthropy’s growing divide: Mark Zuckerberg stops funding immigration reform as MacKenzie Scott doubles down on DEI

Billionaire philanthropy’s growing divide: Mark Zuckerberg stops funding immigration reform as MacKenzie Scott doubles down on DEI

Ashley Lutz, Yahoo Entertainment

Two models for tech wealth are emerging, as notable billionaire donors reveal their priorities.

Dec 22, 2025, 6:17 PM

Binance Still Processed $144 Million in Suspicious Crypto Payments After Plea Deal: Report

Binance Still Processed $144 Million in Suspicious Crypto Payments After Plea Deal: Report

Kyle Torpey, Gizmodo.com

The crypto exchange has been under scrutiny for its links to terrorist group payments.

CryptocurrencyLegal & JusticeSecurity & Intelligence

Dec 22, 2025, 6:15 PM

Trump Administration Targets Offshore Wind Farms, Citing National Security Concerns

Trump Administration Targets Offshore Wind Farms, Citing National Security Concerns

Dan Vergano, Scientific American

The U.S. Department of the Interior announced it would “pause” leases for five large offshore wind farms, imperiling the fast-growing clean energy industry

Dec 22, 2025, 6:00 PM

Trump pauses more offshore wind projects citing national security concerns

Trump pauses more offshore wind projects citing national security concerns

Al Jazeera, Al Jazeera English

The directive pausing five projects comes as the administration ramps up offshore oil and gas production.

Dec 22, 2025, 5:56 PM

Gold, silver hit record highs as precious metals pace toward best year since 1979

Gold, silver hit record highs as precious metals pace toward best year since 1979

Ines Ferré, Yahoo Entertainment

Gold and silver are on track to post their best years since 1979 in a stunning rally.

Dec 22, 2025, 5:50 PM

Nvidia wasting no time to flog H200s in China

Nvidia wasting no time to flog H200s in China

Tobias Mann, Theregister.com

Shipments still waiting on approval from Beijing Now that it can legally export them, Nvidia has reportedly informed its Chinese customers that it'll begin shipping H200s, one of its most potent graphics accelerators for AI training and inference, in time for…

TradeTechnology RegulationChina

Dec 22, 2025, 5:49 PM

DOJ Temporarily Deletes Trump Photo From Epstein Files, Ensuring Everyone Knew About The Deletion

DOJ Temporarily Deletes Trump Photo From Epstein Files, Ensuring Everyone Knew About The Deletion

Tim Cushing, Techdirt

Imagine having all the power but none of the brains. That’s the current administration, the one that behaves like a blind, enraged bull set loose in its own china shop. “We can always get more china,” says the administration, shortly before realizing it reall…

Dec 22, 2025, 5:33 PM

Turning Point USA held its AmericaFest conference. Here’s what happened

Turning Point USA held its AmericaFest conference. Here’s what happened

Usaid Siddiqui, Al Jazeera English

Turning Point USA's first AmericaFest without Charlie Kirk reveals ideological rifts within the conservative movement.

Elections & PoliticsRepublican PartySocial Issues & Culture

Dec 22, 2025, 5:32 PM

RFK Jr. Tried to Wreck the Childhood Vaccine Schedule Over the Weekend

RFK Jr. Tried to Wreck the Childhood Vaccine Schedule Over the Weekend

Ed Cara, Gizmodo.com

HHS officials reportedly feared the abrupt change would incur a successful lawsuit.

Dec 22, 2025, 5:20 PM

Vimeo Scrambles to Fix ‘Internal Processes’ After Threats to Staff Picks’ Curatorial Independence

Vimeo Scrambles to Fix ‘Internal Processes’ After Threats to Staff Picks’ Curatorial Independence

Chris O'Falt, IndieWire

Vimeo said mistakes were made in its “rushed” response to child protection laws, but concerns about the Staff Picks curation team’s independence linger.

Media & CommunicationsSocial Media

Dec 22, 2025, 5:00 PM

NSA employee sues Trump administration over order on transgender rights and two 'immutable' genders

NSA employee sues Trump administration over order on transgender rights and two 'immutable' genders

BILL BARROW, Yahoo Entertainment

A transgender employee of the National Security Agency is suing the Trump administration and seeking to block enforcement of a presidential executive order...

Dec 22, 2025, 4:58 PM

The Big Four consulting firms are embedded in Big Tech. Here's who audits each of the Magnificent 7 companies.

The Big Four consulting firms are embedded in Big Tech. Here's who audits each of the Magnificent 7 companies.

Polly Thompson, Business Insider

The Big Four professional services firms — PwC, Deloitte, EY, and KPMG — are becoming increasingly embedded in the tech world as AI evolves.

Economy & FinanceTechnology Regulation

Dec 22, 2025, 4:34 PM

Trump officials halt offshore wind-farm projects over ‘national security risks’

Trump officials halt offshore wind-farm projects over ‘national security risks’

Oliver Milman, Yahoo Entertainment

Interior department move affects five projects under construction in latest blow to industry targeted by Trump

Dec 22, 2025, 4:16 PM

Judge to hear arguments over whether ICE can re-detain Kilmar Abrego Garcia

Judge to hear arguments over whether ICE can re-detain Kilmar Abrego Garcia

Armando Garcia, ABC News

A judge is scheduled to hear arguments Monday over whether ICE should be allowed to re-detain Salvadoran native Kilmar Abrego Garcia.

ImmigrationLegal & JusticeCriminal Cases

Dec 22, 2025, 4:03 PM

Illegal settlement expansion: How Israel is redrawing occupied West Bank

Illegal settlement expansion: How Israel is redrawing occupied West Bank

Al Jazeera, Al Jazeera English

Israel's approval of 19 new settlements stands to redraw occupied West Bank, undermining prospect of two-state solution.

IsraelForeign Policy & InternationalMiddle East

Dec 22, 2025, 3:37 PM

Bari Weiss defends yanking ‘60 Minutes’ segment on controversial El Salvador prison: ‘It wasn’t ready’

Bari Weiss defends yanking ‘60 Minutes’ segment on controversial El Salvador prison: ‘It wasn’t ready’

Ariel Zilber, New York Post

Weiss addressed the backlash during a network-wide editorial call, saying she held the segment because “we simply need to do more,” according to a recording ...

Media & CommunicationsPress Relations

Dec 22, 2025, 3:17 PM

The Trump Administration’s Guide to Christmas Giving

The Trump Administration’s Guide to Christmas Giving

Alexandra Petri, The Atlantic

A piece of East Wing Rubble? An MRI for no reason? The options are endless!

Personal & FamilyMedia & Communications

Dec 22, 2025, 3:10 PM

Trump denies disaster aid to Colorado for wildfires, flooding

Trump denies disaster aid to Colorado for wildfires, flooding

Rachel Frazin, The Hill

President Trump has denied disaster aid to the state of Colorado in the wake of wildfires and flooding. The office of Colorado Gov. Jared Polis (D) announced...

Dec 22, 2025, 3:07 PM

Epstein's alleged victims accuse DOJ of legal violations over state of files released

Epstein's alleged victims accuse DOJ of legal violations over state of files released

James Hill, Alexander Mallin, Katherine Faulders, Lisa Sivertsen, Kevin Shalvey, ABC News

The DOJ faced a Friday deadline imposed by Congress to release a massive cache of records gathered during government investigations into the sex offender.

Legal & JusticeDOJ ActionsCriminal Cases

Dec 22, 2025, 2:49 PM

Bari Weiss On Decision to Preempt ‘60 Minutes’ Story: “It Was Not Ready”

Bari Weiss On Decision to Preempt ‘60 Minutes’ Story: “It Was Not Ready”

Alex Weprin, Hollywood Reporter

The venerable CBS newsmagazine canceled plans to present a story that took a tough look at the administration's decision to deport Venezuelans to a notorious...

Media & CommunicationsPress RelationsStatements

Dec 22, 2025, 2:49 PM

Trump admin pauses leases for offshore wind projects over national security concerns

Trump admin pauses leases for offshore wind projects over national security concerns

ABC NEWS, ABC News

The Trump administration is pausing five offshore wind projects due to national security concerns, Interior Secretary Doug Burgum announced on Monday.

Dec 22, 2025, 2:36 PM

After pouring $450 million into Florida real estate, Larry Ellison plans to lure the ultrarich to an exclusive town just minutes from Mar-a-Lago

After pouring $450 million into Florida real estate, Larry Ellison plans to lure the ultrarich to an exclusive town just minutes from Mar-a-Lago

Marco Quiroz-Gutierrez, Yahoo Entertainment

Ellison bought the aging but glamorous Eau Palm Beach Resort & Spa in August and plans to renovate.

Dec 22, 2025, 2:19 PM

Turkey's top officials visit Syria as deadline for Kurdish integration looms

Turkey's top officials visit Syria as deadline for Kurdish integration looms

GHAITH ALSAYED, Yahoo Entertainment

Turkey’s top diplomat and military and intelligence chiefs visited Syria on Monday as a deadline to implement a deal between authorities in Damascus and...

Foreign Policy & InternationalMiddle East

Dec 22, 2025, 2:15 PM

Pope Leo's new US bishops are critics of Trump's migrant crackdown

Pope Leo's new US bishops are critics of Trump's migrant crackdown

By Joshua McElwee, Yahoo Entertainment

VATICAN CITY, Dec 22 (Reuters) - Most of Pope Leo's appointments for Catholic bishops in the U. have called for better treatment of immigrants in the country...

ImmigrationSocial Issues & Culture

Dec 22, 2025, 2:06 PM

‘Paranoid, Loathsome, Neurotic’: The Inimitable R. Crumb Looks Back

‘Paranoid, Loathsome, Neurotic’: The Inimitable R. Crumb Looks Back

Maria Fontoura, Rolling Stone

Cartoonist and counterculture icon R. Crumb reflects on his remarkable life and work in a new interview from his home in the South of France.

Personal & FamilySocial Issues & Culture

Dec 22, 2025, 2:00 PM

WATCH: Shoplifting suspect pulls gun on officer

WATCH: Shoplifting suspect pulls gun on officer

ABC News

Things took a terrifying turn for police in Canton, Ohio, who were taking alleged shoplifting suspects into custody at a Walmart.

Law Enforcement

Dec 22, 2025, 1:50 PM

New Trump envoy says goal is to make Greenland ‘part of the US’

New Trump envoy says goal is to make Greenland ‘part of the US’

Julia Manchester, The Hill

Jeff Landry, President Trump’s newly appointed special envoy to Greenland, says his goal is to make the autonomous Danish territory “part of the U.S.” Landry...

Foreign Policy & International

Dec 22, 2025, 1:47 PM

CBS and CNN Are Being Sacrificed to Trump

CBS and CNN Are Being Sacrificed to Trump

Franklin Foer, The Atlantic

Media conglomerates want the president’s permission for mergers—and control of news outlets is at stake.

Media & Communications

Dec 22, 2025, 1:43 PM

WATCH: TSA hits high note for Christmas

WATCH: TSA hits high note for Christmas

ABC News

The TSA Choir performs Mariah Carey’s classic “All I Want For Christmas Is You” for travelers at Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport.

Media & Communications

Dec 22, 2025, 1:39 PM

Trump’s Christmas gifts

Trump’s Christmas gifts

Belén Fernández, Al Jazeera English

This holiday season, Americans are getting a bad economy, redacted Epstein files and even more war abroad.

Dec 22, 2025, 1:16 PM

Trump, 79, Makes Up a New Job to Push His Bizarre Takeover Plot

Trump, 79, Makes Up a New Job to Push His Bizarre Takeover Plot

Leigh Kimmins, Daily Beast

President Donald Trump announced that he’s nominating a MAGA ally to serve as U.S. special envoy to Greenland in a move that drew immediate anger from...

Dec 22, 2025, 1:06 PM

Trump is touting a smaller trade deficit. Economists paint a more complicated picture.

Trump is touting a smaller trade deficit. Economists paint a more complicated picture.

Katherine Li, Business Insider

Trump is touting tariff revenues and a shrinking trade deficit as his economic accomplishments ahead or midterms, but economists say it's complicated.

Dec 22, 2025, 12:34 PM

Trump names envoy to Greenland, sparking fresh row with Denmark

Trump names envoy to Greenland, sparking fresh row with Denmark

BBC News

Denmark warns Washington to respect its sovereignty, while Greenland says it will decide its own future.

Dec 22, 2025, 12:25 PM

What Do Nicki Minaj, JD Vance, and Grindr Have in Common?

What Do Nicki Minaj, JD Vance, and Grindr Have in Common?

Danielle Han, Jezebel

They were the lowlights of Turning Point USA’s Americafest Convention over the weekend.

Social Issues & CultureProtestsRegional & State

Dec 22, 2025, 12:20 PM

Denmark to summon US ambassador following Greenland envoy appointment

Denmark to summon US ambassador following Greenland envoy appointment

Stephen Quillen, Al Jazeera English

Copenhagen slams Jeff Landry's statement regarding annexation of the territory as 'totally unacceptable'.

Foreign Policy & International

Dec 22, 2025, 12:14 PM

Looks Like Bari Weiss Is Facing a '60 Minutes' Rebellion

Looks Like Bari Weiss Is Facing a '60 Minutes' Rebellion

Jim Vorel, Jezebel

Reporters at CBS News and 60 Minutes are apparently threatening to quit as Bari Weiss steps in to do the Trump admin's bidding.

Dec 22, 2025, 11:12 AM

Could a group of women veteran ‘Hellcats’ help Democrats flip the House in 2026?

Could a group of women veteran ‘Hellcats’ help Democrats flip the House in 2026?

By Helen Coster, Yahoo Entertainment

By Helen Coster NEW YORK, Dec 22 (Reuters) - Cait Conley kicked off her congressional campaign with a series of cellphone videos in which she addresses...

Elections & Politics2026 MidtermsVeterans Affairs

Dec 22, 2025, 11:03 AM

The Biggest Threat to the 2026 Economy Is Still Donald Trump

The Biggest Threat to the 2026 Economy Is Still Donald Trump

John Cassidy, The New Yorker

John Cassidy on how President Donald Trump’s penchant for causing chaos in the economy could stymie analysts’ predictions for an election-year upturn.

Economy & FinanceTrade2026 MidtermsDonald Trump

Dec 22, 2025, 11:00 AM

Letters from Our Readers

The New Yorker

Readers respond to Antonia Hitchens’s piece about Laura Loomer, Jill Lepore’s article about the two-hundred-and-fiftieth anniversary of the American Revolution, and Amanda Petrusich’s Profile of David Byrne.

Media & Communications

Dec 22, 2025, 11:00 AM

The U.S. Cybersecurity Agency Is Reportedly in Polygraph-Fueled Chaos

The U.S. Cybersecurity Agency Is Reportedly in Polygraph-Fueled Chaos

Mike Pearl, Gizmodo.com

CISA is a headless organization at war with itself over a failed lie detector test, Politico says.

Security & IntelligenceCybersecurityGovernment & Administration

Dec 22, 2025, 10:30 AM

Here are the 10 hedge funds to watch in 2026

Here are the 10 hedge funds to watch in 2026

Bradley Saacks, Business Insider

Entering 2026, managers to watch include giants with new products like Point72 and players making a name for themselves, like Ning Jin's Avantyr.

Economy & Finance

Dec 22, 2025, 10:29 AM

Trump set to expand immigration crackdown in 2026 despite brewing backlash

Trump set to expand immigration crackdown in 2026 despite brewing backlash

By Ted Hesson, Kristina Cooke and Jeff Mason, Yahoo Entertainment

WASHINGTON, Dec 21 (Reuters) - U. President Donald Trump is preparing for a more aggressive immigration crackdown in 2026 with billions in new funding...

ImmigrationPolicy & LegislationElections & Politics

Dec 22, 2025, 10:27 AM

Here are some of the NPR stories that had a big impact in 2025

Here are some of the NPR stories that had a big impact in 2025

Thomas Evans, NPR

A sampling of the stories NPR staff believe made some of the deepest ripples this year — reminders of what rigorous, compassionate journalism can do, and why the work remains as urgent as ever.

Media & Communications

Dec 22, 2025, 10:00 AM

Denmark insists on respect for territorial integrity after Trump appoints envoy to Greenland

Denmark insists on respect for territorial integrity after Trump appoints envoy to Greenland

Associated Press, Yahoo Entertainment

The Danish foreign minister said Monday his country insists that everyone, including the United States, must respect “the territorial integrity of the...

Foreign Policy & International

Dec 22, 2025, 8:50 AM

Trump names Louisiana governor as special envoy to Greenland

Yahoo Entertainment

Government & AdministrationForeign Policy & International

Dec 22, 2025, 8:40 AM

Is the US making a great gamble to reshape Iraq?

Is the US making a great gamble to reshape Iraq?

Firas Dabbagh, Al Jazeera English

The Trump administration seeks to recalibrate US influence in the Middle East and wants to 'make Iraq great again'.

Dec 22, 2025, 7:37 AM

German auto exports hit hard by Trump tariffs, study shows

German auto exports hit hard by Trump tariffs, study shows

Reuters, Yahoo Entertainment

BERLIN, Dec 22 (Reuters) - German car exports to the United States slumped by almost 14% in the first three quarters of 2025, making it the hardest-hit...

Dec 22, 2025, 6:38 AM

CBS News chief Bari Weiss pulls '60 Minutes' story, sparking outcry

CBS News chief Bari Weiss pulls '60 Minutes' story, sparking outcry

David Folkenflik, NPR

CBS News Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss pulled a 60 Minutes segment on allegations of abuses at an El Salvador detention center where the Trump administration sent hundreds of Venezuelan migrants.

Media & CommunicationsImmigration

Dec 22, 2025, 6:31 AM

Trump shook up global trade this year; some uncertainty may persist in 2026

Trump shook up global trade this year; some uncertainty may persist in 2026

Reuters, Yahoo Entertainment

Dec 22 () - President Donald Trump's return to the White House in 2025 kicked off a frenetic year for global trade, with waves of tariffs on U. trading...

Dec 22, 2025, 6:03 AM

US says talks with Russia, Ukraine in Miami ‘constructive, productive’

US says talks with Russia, Ukraine in Miami ‘constructive, productive’

Lyndal Rowlands, Al Jazeera English

US envoy holds separate meetings with Russian and Ukrainian negotiators in Miami on ending Russia's war in Ukraine.

Dec 22, 2025, 5:02 AM

US and Ukraine call Miami talks productive despite no breakthrough

US and Ukraine call Miami talks productive despite no breakthrough

BBC News

Donald Trump's special envoy, Steve Witkoff, issued a statement with the top Ukrainian negotiator after discussing the latest peace plans.

Dec 22, 2025, 4:37 AM

Trump Hijacks Ultimate Relaxation Hack With MAGA Boasting

Trump Hijacks Ultimate Relaxation Hack With MAGA Boasting

Erkki Forster, Daily Beast

President Donald Trump has turned something millions use to relax into yet another arm of his messaging machine. The White House’s trend-chasing X account on...

Media & CommunicationsDonald Trump

Dec 22, 2025, 4:09 AM

The U.S. Could Ban Chinese-Made Drones Used By Police Departments

The U.S. Could Ban Chinese-Made Drones Used By Police Departments

EditorDavid, Slashdot.org

Tuesday the White House faces a deadline to decide "whether Chinese drone maker DJI Technologies poses a national security threat," reports Bloomberg. But their article notes it's "a decision with the potential to ground thousands of machines deployed by poli…

Dec 22, 2025, 4:05 AM

Trump announces he's appointing Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry to serve as US special envoy to Greenland

Trump announces he's appointing Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry to serve as US special envoy to Greenland

AAMER MADHANI, Yahoo Entertainment

President Donald Trump ‍on Sunday ​announced ​he ⁠is appointing Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry to serve as the U.S. ‌special envoy to Greenland, the vast, semi...

Dec 22, 2025, 4:04 AM

WATCH: Scuba-diving Santa Claus takes a holiday plunge in the Florida Keys

WATCH: Scuba-diving Santa Claus takes a holiday plunge in the Florida Keys

ABC News

Santa encountered an array of sea life as he traded his sleigh for scuba gear on Sunday, making a holiday appearance beneath the waves of the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.

Dec 22, 2025, 3:49 AM

WATCH: Alleged shoplifter pulls gun on officer inside Walmart store

WATCH: Alleged shoplifter pulls gun on officer inside Walmart store

ABC News

An alleged shoplifter is charged with attempted murder after pulling a gun on a police officer Thursday at a Walmart store in Canton, Ohio.

Dec 22, 2025, 3:44 AM

Vance rallies conservatives, honors Charlie Kirk at Turning Point USA convention

Vance rallies conservatives, honors Charlie Kirk at Turning Point USA convention

Emily Chang, Madison Burinsky, Lauren Minore, ABC News

JD Vance closed out the final day of Turning Point USA's AmericaFest convention, rallying conservatives around themes of Christianity and the “America First” movement.

Dec 22, 2025, 2:08 AM

Trump news at a glance: justice department restores Epstein files image featuring Trump after outcry

Trump news at a glance: justice department restores Epstein files image featuring Trump after outcry

Guardian staff, Yahoo Entertainment

Todd Blanche says removal of images has ‘nothing to do’ with the president, and removal of 16 photos came at request of victim advocacy groups – key US...

Dec 22, 2025, 2:00 AM

As US battles China on AI, some companies choose Chinese

As US battles China on AI, some companies choose Chinese

Thomas Urbain with Luna Lin in Beijing, Yahoo Entertainment

Even as the United States is embarked on a bitter rivalry with China over the deployment of artificial intelligence, Chinese technology is quietly making...

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Dec 22, 2025, 1:23 AM

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