Trump News for Saturday, December 27, 2025

Trump Goon Tries to Explain ICE Barbie’s On-The-Job Cosplaying

The Daily Beast, Daily Beast

The public confusion surrounding Kristi Noem’s love of law enforcement cosplay finally appears to have reached the Department of Homeland Security’s ears...

How Netflix, Paramount Sparked A $108 Billion Media War For Warner Bros. Discovery

Eva Mathew, Yahoo Entertainment

The sale of HBO-owner Warner Bros. Discovery (NASDAQ:WBD) has become the entertainment and streaming industry’s Game of Thrones, with Netflix Inc...

Shorter Republican House Members: Run Away! Run Away!

The Conversation, Crooksandliars.com

Charlie Hunt, Boise State University The midterm elections for Congress won’t take place until November, but already a record number of members have declared their intention not to run – a total of 43 in the House, plus 10 senators. Perhaps the most high-prof…

Iran president says US, Israel, Europe waging ‘full-fledged war’ on country

Al Jazeera, Al Jazeera English

If Israel and the US were to attack Iran again, they would 'face a more decisive response', Pezeshkian warns.

What Happened To The Cast Of The Miami Vice TV Series?

staff@slashfilm.com (Russell Murray), /FILM

What happened to the cast of Miami Vice once Crockett and Tubbs were done rounding up criminals? Let's take a look at the careers that followed.

Guaranteed Income Is Coming to NYC in 2026 — Here's What It Means

Bibhu Pattnaik, Yahoo Entertainment

New York City is preparing to roll out a guaranteed income program that will provide $15,800 per person to disadvantaged residents. What Happened: The New...

Kennedy Center seeks $1m from musician who cancelled after Trump name added to venue

Kwasi Gyamfi Asiedu, BBC News

Drummer Chuck Redd reportedly called off his Christmas Eve performance after a vote by the board to rename the site.

This Week In Techdirt History: December 21st – 27th

Leigh Beadon, Techdirt

Five Years Ago This week in 2020, Congress sold out to Hollywood yet again by sneaking the CASE Act and a felony streaming bill into the funding omnibus, with the former introducing absolutely insane damages especially when compared to COVID stimulus money. M…

Why Is Wonder Woman Like This?

Justin Carter, Gizmodo.com

Between 'Wonder Woman 1984' and her game getting canned, the 2020s haven't been Diana's decade. Maybe that'll change with the 2030s?

Do Donald Trump’s strikes in Nigeria serve any purpose?

Inside Story, Al Jazeera English

The US president says air strikes are against ISIL, claiming the group targets Christians.

Trump’s marble fixation hits the Kennedy Center’s armrests

CK Smith, Salon

Marble armrests become the latest symbol of the president’s luxury-first approach to public institutions

14 rumors involving Rob Reiner, investigated

Nur Ibrahim, Snopes.com

Reiner, known for directing movies including "Stand by Me" and "The Princess Bride," was found fatally stabbed in his home in December 2025.

Mary Trump Goes Scorched Earth Over ‘Loser’ Uncle’s Kennedy Center Naming

Yahoo Entertainment

Country makes call to cancel all visas for Americans

Veronika Bondarenko, TheStreet

With Donald Trump expanding the travel ban inspired by his first term in the White House to 20 more countries, as well as the Palestinian Authority, on Dec. ...

Israel’s recognition of Somaliland slammed across world capitals

Al Jazeera, Al Jazeera English

Regional blocs join nations in condemning Israel's move to formally recognise breakaway Somali region as independent.

Pentagon Pete’s Embarrassing New Boat Strike Blunder Exposed

Adam Downer, Daily Beast

Pete Hegseth’s bomb-first, question-later approach to alleged narcoterrorists is reportedly helping those same terrorists get off scot-free. A Hegseth...

Iran’s president says his country is in a full-scale war with the West

Associated Press, Yahoo Entertainment

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Saturday his country is in a full-scale war with the U.S., Israel and Europe ahead of Israeli Prime Minister...

WATCH: Indy Big Band Christmas Caroling musicians spread holiday cheer to those in need

ABC News

In a quiet Indianapolis neighborhood, a special group of musicians stepped up to spread some much-needed Christmas spirit to families in need.

10 Biggest Stories Of 2025

Graeme Guttmann, Jordan Williams, Grant Hermanns, Screen Rant

The industry faced a myriad of changes in 2025 that speak to where film and television is heading, marking a key turning point for Hollywood.

Israel becomes first country to recognize Somaliland

RT

Somalia has slammed the move by West Jerusalem as “deliberate attack” on its sovereignty Read Full Article at RT.com

Rewriting the rules of war: What Russia achieved in the 2025 arms race

RT

Strategic weapons, asymmetric tactics, and the military breakthroughs defining the year Read Full Article at RT.com

US air strikes won’t fix Nigeria’s security crisis but could make it worse

Femi Owolade, Al Jazeera English

An attack on local armed groups does not address the root cause of violence; it could, however, drive polarisation.

'Embarrass Them': Trump Instructs DOJ To Only Out Dems In Epstein Files

Conover Kennard, Crooksandliars.com

Donald Trump's latest Truth Social post about the Epstein Files is gaslighting the public, of course. Let's review: Back in July, the Justice Department's Pam Bondi said on Fox News that Epstein's client list was "sitting on my desk right now to review." Then…

Trump Appoints Beauty Salon Owner To Oversee Entrance To The US

Ed Scarce, Crooksandliars.com

So...they've chosen the daughter of immigrants to help ban immigrants. Seems entirely consistent with their ethos. Also, since when did the State Department start posting air-brushed photos? Source: Daily Beast Donald Trump has installed an attorney and part-…

Nvidia Just Paid $20B for a Company That Missed Its Revenue Target by 75%

Dr. Josh C. Simmons, Drjoshcsimmons.com

Panic buying, plain and simple. If anything indicates that this AI bubble is about to pop, it’s this.

Kennedy Center President Threatens Lawsuit Against Musician Who Canceled Christmas Eve Concert Because Of Venue Renaming After Trump

Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline

Kennedy Center President Richard Grenell has threatened a $1 million lawsuit against musician Chuck Redd after the jazz artist pulled out as host of the venue’s annual Christmas Eve concert in response to the establishment’s renaming after President Donald Tr…

The Democrats Who Did Their Job In 2025

Walter Einenkel, Crooksandliars.com

Republicans have control over all three branches of government, but that doesn’t mean that Democrats haven’t been fighting back. Whether in media appearances or committee meetings, Democrats consistently highlighted the insidiousness—and incompetence—of the T…

Trump says ‘pricing’ will decide next year’s elections

Geoff Earle, New York Post

With the wind at his back after a new inflation report, President Trump is predicting the 2026 elections will be about “pricing.”

New corruption scandal erupts in Kiev

RT

Anti-graft agencies have said that they have uncovered an illegal lobbying scheme in the Verkhovna Rada following an undercover operation Read Full Article at RT.com

He’s Led the Kennedy Center Christmas Show Since 2006. After the Trump Renaming, They’re Suing Him for $1 Million

Ola Oloro, Wealthofgeeks.com

For nearly two decades, Chuck Redd spent Christmas Eve the same way: onstage at the Kennedy Center, leading the annual Jazz Jam he’d helmed since ... Read...

WATCH: Major winter storm lashes Northeast

ABC News

Heavy snow fell throughout the Northeast on Friday, as southern Connecticut through the Hudson Valley saw anywhere from 2 to 6 inches of snow.

DOJ Using 'Flood The Zone' To Diminish Epstein Files

Tengrain, Crooksandliars.com

The DOJ must have searched a bathroom somewhere (Merde-a-Lardo, perchance?), as Axios’ morning email thingie reports… “Over a million more potential Jeffrey Epstein documents have been handed over to the Department of Justice for review and possible release, …

NewsNation Host Gives North Korea Run For Their Money

Heather, Crooksandliars.com

I'm not sure what NewsNation Batya Ungar-Sargon has been smoking lately, but it has to be some pretty strong stuff to stomach this amount of ass kissing. NewsNation, which also employs the godawful former CNN host Chris Cuomo and former Fox host Leland Vitter…

UPSC Weekly Current Affairs Quiz | December 21 to December 27, 2025

Manas Srivastava, Nitendra Pal Singh, The Indian Express

UPSC Prelims Weekly Current Affairs MCQs: Kickstart your UPSC Prelims prep early—begin with current affairs for a strong foundation. Brush up your current affairs knowledge with this week's top questions and consolidate your UPSC-CSE preparation. Find answers…

Trump urges Republicans to ditch filibuster rule in US Senate

Edward Helmore, Yahoo Entertainment

Rule allows minority party to block legislation, but GOP is reluctant to scrap it as they could lose majority

US Lukoil gas station owners left in limbo over Russia sanctions

Mia Gindis, Yahoo Entertainment

The Trump administration just weeks earlier had announced sanctions on two Russian oil giants, the latest measures designed to clamp down on Moscow’s crude...

Mark Cuban Says 'It's Interesting' The Trump Administration Quietly Offered A Form Of UBI Through HSA Contributions, And 'No One Noticed' It

Adrian Volenik, Yahoo Entertainment

Billionaire entrepreneur Mark Cuban believes the government may have slipped in a version of universal basic income without anyone realizing it. And he...

Ilhan Omar’s hubby’s $30M firm quietly scrubs names from website – as ‘Squad’ member faces mounting questions on sudden wealth amid Minnesota welfare fraud

Gabrielle Fahmy, Geoff Earle, New York Post

The Jimmy Choo wearing socialist introduced the MEALS Act to Congress in 2020, relaxing oversight of children's meals programs and paving the way for the scheme the feds said could top $9 billion.

The WTF Moments That Shook The Global Film & TV Biz In 2025

Jake Kanter, Deadline

And so we say au revoir to another year in showbiz. It’s rarely quiet, and there’s always something dominating the pixels of this website, so we endeavored to take a moment and reflect on some of the stories that have shaped 2025. From Karla Sofía Gascón’s ca…

Neighbors are standing up for immigrants

Heather Digby Parton, Salon

From protests at Home Depot to rapid response networks, 2025 is the year many mobilized to defy Trump — and ICE

Russia Attacks Kyiv Ahead of Trump and Zelenskyy Meeting

TODAY

Russia is ramping up its attacks on Kyiv as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is scheduled to meet with President Donald Trump in Florida on Sunday. Zelenskyy says his country was attacked with nearly 500 drones and dozens of missiles that were aimed at…

Danish Lawmaker Trolls Trump: 'We Will Start Buying USA States Shortly'

John Amato, Crooksandliars.com

Chairman of Denmark's Defence Committee and Conservative lawmaker Rasmus Jarlov, responding to Trump's ludicrous claims of wanting to acquire Greenland, trolled Trump after Denmark posted a remarkable 9.5% GDP for the 3rd quarter. Not that we are satisfied, b…

America First energy policy is paying off at the pump

Thomas Aiello, TheBlaze

When it comes to gas prices, what a difference one administration can make. After peaking above $5 a gallon under President Biden, prices at the pump are now at their lowest levels in more than four years — and still falling. Today, the national average for r…

Why COMPASS Pathways plc (CMPS) Draws Both Optimism and Caution

Rameen Kasana, Yahoo Entertainment

COMPASS Pathways plc (NASDAQ:CMPS) is among the Best Get Rich Fast Stocks to Buy Right Now. As of December 24, COMPASS Pathways plc (NASDAQ:CMPS) has a ‘Buy’...

TD Cowen Sees Compelling Long-Term Value in Cerus Corporation (CERS)

Rameen Kasana, Yahoo Entertainment

Cerus Corporation (NASDAQ:CERS) is among the Best Get Rich Fast Stocks to Buy Right Now. On December 23, TheFly reported that TD Cowen views Cerus...

Absci Corporation (ABSI) Draws Full Buy Consensus With 150% Upside Potential

Rameen Kasana, Yahoo Entertainment

Absci Corporation (NASDAQ:ABSI) is among the Best Get Rich Fast Stocks to Buy Right Now. As of December 24, Absci Corporation (NASDAQ:ABSI) is a consensus...

ProKidney Corp. (PROK) Positioned to Redefine Chronic Kidney Disease Treatment, Believes H.C. Wainwright

Rameen Kasana, Yahoo Entertainment

ProKidney Corp. (NASDAQ:PROK) is among the Best Get Rich Fast Stocks to Buy Right Now. As of December 24, ProKidney Corp. (NASDAQ:PROK) has a “buy” rating...

JonesTrading Highlights Differentiated Pipeline at Atai Beckley N.V. (ATAI)

Rameen Kasana, Yahoo Entertainment

Atai Beckley N.V. (NASDAQ:ATAI) is among the Best Get Rich Fast Stocks to Buy Right Now. On December 23, Justin Walsh from JonesTrading initiated coverage on...

Why Wall Street Sees Big Potential in Janux Therapeutics, Inc. (JANX)

Rameen Kasana, Yahoo Entertainment

Janux Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:JANX) is among the Best Get Rich Fast Stocks to Buy Right Now. As of December 24, Janux Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:JANX) has...

Analysts Back Canaan Inc. (CAN) Amid BTC Expansion and New Facilities

Rameen Kasana, Yahoo Entertainment

Canaan Inc. (NASDAQ:CAN) is among the Best Get Rich Fast Stocks to Buy Right Now. As of December 24, Canaan Inc. (NASDAQ:CAN) has a consensus ‘Buy’ or...

Why Everyone Is Watching 4D Molecular Therapeutics, Inc. (FDMT) Closely

Rameen Kasana, Yahoo Entertainment

4D Molecular Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:FDMT) is among the Best Get Rich Fast Stocks to Buy Right Now. As of December 24, 4D Molecular Therapeutics, Inc...

Is Autolus Therapeutics plc (AUTL) The Best Get Rich Fast Stocks to Buy Right Now?

Rameen Kasana, Yahoo Entertainment

Autolus Therapeutics plc (NASDAQ:AUTL) is among the Best Get Rich Fast Stocks to Buy Right Now. As of December 24, Autolus Therapeutics plc (NASDAQ:AUTL) is ...

What’s Driving JonesTrading’s Bullish View on Mind Medicine (MindMed) Inc. (MNMD)

Rameen Kasana, Yahoo Entertainment

Mind Medicine (MindMed) Inc. (NASDAQ:MNMD) is among the Best Get Rich Fast Stocks to Buy Right Now. According to TheFly, JonesTrading initiated coverage on...

"Avatar" Anger, Stranger Things 5 & Doctor Who: BCTV Daily Dispatch

Ray Flook, Bleeding Cool News

Welcome back, folks! With My Chemical Romance setting the perfect tone with "Sing" (BCTV DD's unofficial "official" theme), we've got your latest edition of BCTV Daily Dispatch! Here's where we look back at what we've been doing for the past 24 hours that you…

Wall Street Rallies Behind Lexeo Therapeutics (LXEO)’s Gene Therapy Pipeline

Rameen Kasana, Yahoo Entertainment

Lexeo Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:LXEO) is among the Best Get Rich Fast Stocks to Buy Right Now. As of December 24, Lexeo Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:LXEO) is ...

Video: Nigerians in village bombed by US describe what happened

Al Jazeera English

'Debris was burning’. Nigerians have described what they witnessed in US strikes on the town of Jabo.

Links 12/27/2025

Yves Smith, Nakedcapitalism.com

Our trenchant daily links: Wild boar watch, Ozempic teeth? CA mudslides, adapting to affordability crisis? snow polo, Thai-Cambodia negotiations, Israel reputation plunges, Iran tanker seizure, pejorism, moar ads v. illegal orders, AI bubble over? investors v…

The Rip in The Daily LITG, for the 27th of December, 2025

Rich Johnston, Bleeding Cool News

The Rip was the most-read story on Bleeding Cool yesterday. Lying In The Gutters is the daily runaround for the most-read stories the day before, as well as over the past seven years. Founded over sixteen years ago and steeped in a history of comic book indus…

Russia hammers Ukraine’s capital ahead of Trump-Zelenskyy meeting

Stephen Quillen, Al Jazeera English

Zelenskyy accuses Russia's leadership of using 'every opportunity' to inflict 'greater suffering' on Ukraine.

How much worse will it get by 2029?

Alfred McCoy, Salon

One year of President Donald J. Trump has brought trauma, failure and destruction. Ready for three more?

Marco Rubio is using real censorship to fight fake censorship

Mike Masnick, Ms.now

In the name of protecting free speech, the U.S. government just banned five Europeans from entering the country — because it doesn’t like their speech.

The 12 biggest space stories of 2025 — according to you

Monisha Ravisetti, Space.com

On this list, you'll find some weird incidents on Earth, a bit of Russian space drama and, of course, that little interstellar comet managed to sneak in.

My Quest to Make the Pentagon Care About the Crimes It Covered Up

Nick Turse, The Intercept

For years, I’ve shared names of former soldiers implicated in atrocities with the Pentagon. It’s shown no interest in punishment until Mark Kelly dissed Trump. The post My Quest to Make the Pentagon Care About the Crimes It Covered Up appeared first on The In…

This was branding's most dangerous year yet

journo.tommay@gmail.com (Tom May) , Tom May, Creative Bloq

From Cracker Barrel to Coca-Cola, 2025 was the year when every logo, advert and rebrand became a potential fight.

Michael Hudson: The Economic Unravelling of the Political West

Yves Smith, Nakedcapitalism.com

Michael Hudson describes the development and progression of America's economic parasitism.

Russia attacks Kyiv, killing 1 and wounding many ahead of Ukraine-US talks

The Associated Press, NPR

Russia attacked Ukraine's capital with missiles and drones early Saturday morning, killing one and wounding over 20 people a day before talks between Ukraine and the U.S., local authorities said.

‘State aggression’: Somalia demands Israel withdraw Somaliland recognition

Faisal Ali, Al Jazeera English

Somalia's state minister for foreign affairs tells Al Jazeera that Israeli move aims to displace Palestinians from Gaza.

From Social Security to jobs: America's oldest workers were anxious this year

Noah Sheidlower, Business Insider

This year, I've spoken to over 250 older Americans. Most, including those with sufficient savings, expressed anxiety about their financial situations,

Immigration lawyers say the H-1B chaos is forcing tough business calls

Pranav Dixit,Alex Nicoll,Melia Russell, Business Insider

H-1B visa policy shifts in 2025 cause firms to reconsider staffing, use alternative visas, and update HR travel guidance.

Democrats should avoid impeaching Trump at all costs | Opinion

Dace Potas, USA TODAY, USA Today

Should they win a House majority less than a year from now, Democrats should use their newfound power with restraint.

Test your Canadian politics knowledge with The House's 2025 year-end quiz

CBC News

See how you measure up by following along with 40 of this year's questions below, as prepared by quizmaster Emma Godmere.

Status of the US Dollar as Global Reserve Currency: USD Share Drops to Lowest Since 1994

Yves Smith, Nakedcapitalism.com

Central banks diversify their holdings from the dollar into dozens of smaller non-traditional reserve currency alternatives.

Zelensky ally floats online voting in Ukrainian election

RT

Kiev must use all means to make sure that the turnout in a possible election is high, David Arakhamia has said Read Full Article at RT.com

There's no silver bullet to the US Navy's shipbuilding woes: report

cpanella@businessinsider.com (Chris Panella), Business Insider

The US Navy is struggling to compete with China due to a spate of failed ship classes. A new report warns there's no easy fix.

Judge to hold hearing on whether Kilmar Abrego Garcia is being vindictively prosecuted

The Associated Press, NPR

A federal judge this week canceled the trial of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, and scheduled a hearing on whether the prosecution is being vindictive in pursuing a human smuggling case against him.

Thailand and Cambodia sign new ceasefire agreement to end border fighting

The Associated Press, NPR

In addition to ending fighting, the agreement calls for no further military movements by either side and no violations of either side's airspace for military purposes.

Dragged down by an unpopular president, Republicans are bracing for a midterm trouncing

David Smith in Washington, Yahoo Entertainment

As Americans tire of Donald Trump, a Democratic midterm ‘tsunami’ could sweep the GOP out of power

Thailand and Cambodia agree ceasefire after weeks of deadly clashes

BBC News

Almost one million people have been displaced since hostilities resumed earlier this month.

Gladstone Investment Corporation (GAIN) Expands Energy Exposure with Rowan Energy Acquisition

Vardah Gill, Yahoo Entertainment

Gladstone Investment Corporation (NASDAQ:GAIN) is included among the 13 Highest Paying Monthly Dividend Stocks to Buy. On December 12, Gladstone Investment...

Realty Income Corporation (O) Downgraded as JPMorgan Reshapes 2026 REIT Outlook

Vardah Gill, Yahoo Entertainment

Realty Income Corporation (NYSE:O) is included among the 13 Highest Paying Monthly Dividend Stocks to Buy. On December 18, JPMorgan downgraded Realty Income ...

Trump’s Strike on Nigeria: Joint with Muslim President, Unconstitutional, Useless Posturing for Evangelicals

Juan Cole, Juancole.com

Ironically, the strike was fully supported by the Muslim president of Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu

Mizuho Modestly Adjusts Valuation on Agree Realty (ADC)

Vardah Gill, Yahoo Entertainment

Agree Realty Corporation (NYSE:ADC) is included among the 13 Highest Paying Monthly Dividend Stocks to Buy. On December 17, Mizuho lowered its price target...

Barclays Raises PECO Target Following Updated Estimates

Vardah Gill, Yahoo Entertainment

Phillips Edison & Company, Inc. (NASDAQ:PECO) is included among the 13 Highest Paying Monthly Dividend Stocks to Buy. On December 18, Barclays lifted its...

The Real Threat: U.S. Spending to Combat Climate Change has been Swallowed by the Pentagon

OtherWords, Juancole.com

The Paris Treaty envisioned the economic and social transformations needed to keep the planet from overheating to unlivable levels

WATCH: Snow blankets Syracuse as winter storm sweeps the Northeast

ABC News

New footage from Syracuse shows the town's snowfall as a major winter storm hit parts of the Northeast just after Christmas.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt Expecting Baby No. 2

Just Jared

Karoline Leavitt is expecting her second child. The 28-year-old White House press secretary shared that she and her husband, Nicholas Riccio, 60, are expecting a daughter in May 2026. Keep reading to find out more… “The greatest Christmas gift we could ever a…

Russia using Belarus territory to bypass Ukraine’s defences, says Zelenskyy

Ted Regencia, Al Jazeera English

Ukrainian leader accuses Belarus of helping Russian forces to circumvent defences that protect Ukraine from attack.

Trump-Kennedy Center filing $1M lawsuit against musician who pulled out of Christmas Eve concert over name change

Victor Nava, New York Post

The annual “Christmas Eve Jazz Jam” was cancelled after drummer and vibraphone player Chuck Redd pulled out of the holiday tradition in protest of President Trump’s name being added to the iconic venue.

Trump And RFK Jr Are About To Make Nursing Homes A Lot Worse

Conover Kennard, Crooksandliars.com

I can't think of any part of our lives that Donald Trump hasn't screwed up or screwed with. One of his many wholly unqualified picks is Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who lacks a scientific or medical background and has a history of promoting anti-va…

Kennedy Center Seeking $1 Million in Damages for Canceled Christmas Concert

Alex Young, Consequence.net

"Jazz Jams" leader Chuck Redd canceled this year's gig in protest of the Kennedy Center's renaming. Kennedy Center Seeking $1 Million in Damages for Canceled Christmas Concert Alex Young

Scott Bessent expects ‘gigantic’ tax refund year for American households

Victor Nava, New York Post

“I think households could see, depending on the number of workers, $1,000- $2,000 refunds,” Bessent said.

While insiders own 25% of Recce Pharmaceuticals Ltd (ASX:RCE), retail investors are its largest shareholders with 55% ownership

Simply Wall St, Yahoo Entertainment

Key Insights The considerable ownership by retail investors in Recce Pharmaceuticals indicates that they collectively...