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House Ethics Committee Deadlocks on Matt Gaetz Misconduct Report
The House Ethics Committee voted Wednesday against releasing its report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.), fueling political controversy as he awaits confirmation as President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for attorney general. The decision, split along party lines, has drawn sharp criticism and raised questions about the allegations of misconduct against Gaetz. 
The House Ethics Committee voted Wednesday against releasing its report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.), fueling political controversy as he awaits confirmation as President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for attorney general. The decision, split along party lines, has drawn sharp criticism and raised questions about the allegations of misconduct against Gaetz. -
Trump Expected to Nominate Howard Lutnick as Commerce Secretary in Key Economic Role
President-elect Donald Trump is poised to nominate Howard Lutnick, CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald, as the next Secretary of Commerce, multiple sources familiar with the matter confirmed. The decision, anticipated to be announced shortly, reflects Lutnick's influence within Trump's transition team, which he has co-chaired since August. 
President-elect Donald Trump is poised to nominate Howard Lutnick, CEO of Cantor Fitzgerald, as the next Secretary of Commerce, multiple sources familiar with the matter confirmed. The decision, anticipated to be announced shortly, reflects Lutnick's influence within Trump's transition team, which he has co-chaired since August. -
Biden Misses G20 Family Photo Due to Logistical Challenges, White House Says
President Joe Biden missed the traditional "family photo" with world leaders at the Group of 20 summit on Monday, marking a notable absence in his final appearance at the gathering of the world's most powerful economies. The White House cited "logistical issues" as the reason behind Biden's absence, emphasizing that it was not a deliberate move to avoid posing with international rivals. 
President Joe Biden missed the traditional "family photo" with world leaders at the Group of 20 summit on Monday, marking a notable absence in his final appearance at the gathering of the world's most powerful economies. The White House cited "logistical issues" as the reason behind Biden's absence, emphasizing that it was not a deliberate move to avoid posing with international rivals. -
Brendan Carr Tapped as FCC Chairman, Aims to Halt DEI Initiatives and Prioritize Free Speech
President-elect Donald Trump announced on Sunday that Brendan Carr, the senior Republican member of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), will be appointed as the agency's new chairman. Carr, a prominent critic of regulatory policies that emphasize Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), signaled that the FCC's focus on DEI initiatives will come to an end next year. 
President-elect Donald Trump announced on Sunday that Brendan Carr, the senior Republican member of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), will be appointed as the agency's new chairman. Carr, a prominent critic of regulatory policies that emphasize Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), signaled that the FCC's focus on DEI initiatives will come to an end next year. -
Biden Lifts Restriction on Ukraine Using U.S.-Provided ATACMS Inside Russia, Trump Allies Condemn Move
President Joe Biden has approved the lifting of restrictions on Ukraine's use of U.S.-supplied long-range weapons, a decision that will enable Kyiv to strike targets within Russian territory, according to a U.S. official who confirmed the policy change to CBS News on Sunday. This development marks a major shift in U.S. policy during the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, as Ukraine seeks to counter increasing pressure from Moscow's forces. 
President Joe Biden has approved the lifting of restrictions on Ukraine's use of U.S.-supplied long-range weapons, a decision that will enable Kyiv to strike targets within Russian territory, according to a U.S. official who confirmed the policy change to CBS News on Sunday. This development marks a major shift in U.S. policy during the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia, as Ukraine seeks to counter increasing pressure from Moscow's forces. -
Speaker Mike Johnson Weighs Recess Appointments as Partisan Divide Threatens Trump's Nominees
House Speaker Mike Johnson indicated openness to considering recess appointments to facilitate confirmations for President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet nominees, a move that could bypass the traditional Senate approval process. 
House Speaker Mike Johnson indicated openness to considering recess appointments to facilitate confirmations for President-elect Donald Trump's Cabinet nominees, a move that could bypass the traditional Senate approval process. -
Trump to Revive 'Maximum Pressure' Plan to Cripple Iran's Economy
President-elect Donald Trump's transition team is reportedly gearing up to reinstate his "maximum pressure" strategy aimed at crippling Iran's economic stability and military influence as soon as he takes office. 
President-elect Donald Trump's transition team is reportedly gearing up to reinstate his "maximum pressure" strategy aimed at crippling Iran's economic stability and military influence as soon as he takes office. -
Fossil Fuel Advocate Chris Wright Named by Trump as Energy Secretary
President-elect Donald Trump has named Chris Wright, CEO of Denver-based Liberty Energy and a prominent advocate for fossil fuels, as his pick for Secretary of Energy. Wright, known for his outspoken support of oil and gas development, particularly fracking, is set to play a pivotal role in Trump's drive for U.S. "energy dominance." His nomination signals a strategic shift towards bolstering domestic energy production and cutting back on regulatory measures that were prominent under previous administrations. 
President-elect Donald Trump has named Chris Wright, CEO of Denver-based Liberty Energy and a prominent advocate for fossil fuels, as his pick for Secretary of Energy. Wright, known for his outspoken support of oil and gas development, particularly fracking, is set to play a pivotal role in Trump's drive for U.S. "energy dominance." His nomination signals a strategic shift towards bolstering domestic energy production and cutting back on regulatory measures that were prominent under previous administrations. -
Speaker Johnson Pushes to Block Gaetz Ethics Report Amid AG Nomination Scrutiny
House Speaker Mike Johnson is urging the House Ethics Committee not to release a report on allegations involving former Representative Matt Gaetz, marking a controversial intervention that has drawn sharp responses from lawmakers on both sides of the aisle. Johnson's statement, made Friday, came shortly after his return from a meeting with President-elect Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago. Gaetz, who resigned from Congress earlier this week following Trump's announcement that he would nominate him for attorney general, has consistently denied any misconduct. House Speaker Mike Johnson is urging the House Ethics Committee not to release a report on allegations involving former Representative Matt Gaetz, marking a controversial intervention that has drawn sharp responses from lawmakers on both sides of the aisle. Johnson's statement, made Friday, came shortly after his return from a meeting with President-elect Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago. Gaetz, who resigned from Congress earlier this week following Trump's announcement that he would nominate him for attorney general, has consistently denied any misconduct. -
RFK Jr. to Helm HHS: Trump’s Pick Faces Backlash from Public Health Experts, Praise from Polis
President-elect Donald Trump's nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has triggered strong reactions, drawing praise from some corners while raising alarms among public health experts. Supporters, including Colorado Governor Jared Polis, see Kennedy's appointment as a chance to challenge established health practices, while critics warn of the potential risks to vaccine programs and scientific integrity. 
President-elect Donald Trump's nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has triggered strong reactions, drawing praise from some corners while raising alarms among public health experts. Supporters, including Colorado Governor Jared Polis, see Kennedy's appointment as a chance to challenge established health practices, while critics warn of the potential risks to vaccine programs and scientific integrity.
