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Trump Taps Elon Musk to Lead Government Efficiency Drive in New DOGE Initiative
President-elect Donald Trump has appointed tech billionaire Elon Musk and biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy to co-lead a newly formed "Department of Government Efficiency" (DOGE), tasked with overhauling federal operations and cutting costs. Announcing the appointments on Tuesday, Trump said the initiative aims to slash government waste, reduce regulations, and streamline federal agencies as part of his administration's renewed focus on limited, efficient governance. 
President-elect Donald Trump has appointed tech billionaire Elon Musk and biotech entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy to co-lead a newly formed "Department of Government Efficiency" (DOGE), tasked with overhauling federal operations and cutting costs. Announcing the appointments on Tuesday, Trump said the initiative aims to slash government waste, reduce regulations, and streamline federal agencies as part of his administration's renewed focus on limited, efficient governance. -
Trump's New York Hush Money Conviction Delayed as Presidential Immunity Debate Deepens
In a move that underscores the complex legal landscape surrounding President-elect Donald Trump, New York Judge Juan Merchan on Tuesday agreed to delay any decision on overturning Trump's conviction in the hush money case. This comes as the Manhattan District Attorney's office and Trump's attorneys deliberate over how the former president's re-election impacts his legal standing. 
In a move that underscores the complex legal landscape surrounding President-elect Donald Trump, New York Judge Juan Merchan on Tuesday agreed to delay any decision on overturning Trump's conviction in the hush money case. This comes as the Manhattan District Attorney's office and Trump's attorneys deliberate over how the former president's re-election impacts his legal standing. -
Judge to Decide Fate of Trump’s Conviction in Stormy Daniels Hush Money Case
A New York judge is expected to make a pivotal decision on Tuesday regarding whether to overturn President-elect Donald Trump's conviction in a high-profile criminal case tied to hush money payments. This legal juncture comes in the wake of a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity, which may significantly impact Trump's legal standing. 
A New York judge is expected to make a pivotal decision on Tuesday regarding whether to overturn President-elect Donald Trump's conviction in a high-profile criminal case tied to hush money payments. This legal juncture comes in the wake of a recent U.S. Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity, which may significantly impact Trump's legal standing. -
Donald Trump Set to Nominate Marco Rubio as Secretary of State
President-elect Donald Trump is poised to nominate Florida Senator Marco Rubio as his secretary of state, according to multiple sources familiar with the deliberations, signaling a strategic pivot as he shapes his foreign policy team for a second term. The anticipated appointment, reported first by The New York Times, reflects Trump's effort to combine loyalty within his political circle with a broadened foreign policy reach. 
President-elect Donald Trump is poised to nominate Florida Senator Marco Rubio as his secretary of state, according to multiple sources familiar with the deliberations, signaling a strategic pivot as he shapes his foreign policy team for a second term. The anticipated appointment, reported first by The New York Times, reflects Trump's effort to combine loyalty within his political circle with a broadened foreign policy reach. -
Trump Names Tom Homan as 'Border Czar' with Mandate to Oversee Mass Deportations
In a move signaling a return to hardline immigration policies, President-elect Donald Trump announced Sunday that former acting director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Tom Homan will serve as his administration's new "border czar." The role, which encompasses oversight of the southern and northern borders, as well as maritime and aviation security, will also see Homan spearheading mass deportations as part of Trump's renewed push to curb illegal immigration. 
In a move signaling a return to hardline immigration policies, President-elect Donald Trump announced Sunday that former acting director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Tom Homan will serve as his administration's new "border czar." The role, which encompasses oversight of the southern and northern borders, as well as maritime and aviation security, will also see Homan spearheading mass deportations as part of Trump's renewed push to curb illegal immigration. -
Republicans Near House Control as Key Races Tighten, Democrats Face Uphill Battle
Republicans are on the cusp of gaining control of the U.S. House of Representatives, a crucial victory that would allow the party to advance its legislative agenda under President-elect Donald Trump. With votes still being counted in key battleground districts, the GOP has secured 212 seats in the 435-member chamber, according to projections from Edison Research. A party needs 218 seats for a majority, putting Republicans just six seats away from reclaiming the House. 
Republicans are on the cusp of gaining control of the U.S. House of Representatives, a crucial victory that would allow the party to advance its legislative agenda under President-elect Donald Trump. With votes still being counted in key battleground districts, the GOP has secured 212 seats in the 435-member chamber, according to projections from Edison Research. A party needs 218 seats for a majority, putting Republicans just six seats away from reclaiming the House. -
Rudy Giuliani Claims Political Persecution in $148M Defamation Judgment Battle and Alleges Federal Plot to 'Starve' Him
Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani, facing a high-stakes legal fight, has accused the federal government and court officials of seeking to financially ruin him over a $148 million defamation judgment awarded to two Georgia election workers. T 
Former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani, facing a high-stakes legal fight, has accused the federal government and court officials of seeking to financially ruin him over a $148 million defamation judgment awarded to two Georgia election workers. T -
Nancy Pelosi Blames Joe Biden’s Late Exit for 2024 Loss, Calls for Primary Reform
In the aftermath of the 2024 presidential election, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi publicly criticized President Joe Biden's decision to remain in the race as detrimental to Democratic Party prospects. During a New York Times interview, Pelosi argued that Biden's endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris as his successor stifled competition within the Democratic primaries. 
In the aftermath of the 2024 presidential election, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi publicly criticized President Joe Biden's decision to remain in the race as detrimental to Democratic Party prospects. During a New York Times interview, Pelosi argued that Biden's endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris as his successor stifled competition within the Democratic primaries. -
Jack Smith Considers Future of Trump Criminal Case as GOP Pressures Mount
Special counsel Jack Smith has informed a federal court that he is evaluating how to proceed with the criminal case against President-elect Donald Trump following Trump's victory in the 2024 presidential election. In a court filing Friday, Smith requested that all upcoming deadlines in the case be vacated to allow his team to assess next steps, marking a pivotal moment in a high-profile investigation that has gripped the nation for months. 
Special counsel Jack Smith has informed a federal court that he is evaluating how to proceed with the criminal case against President-elect Donald Trump following Trump's victory in the 2024 presidential election. In a court filing Friday, Smith requested that all upcoming deadlines in the case be vacated to allow his team to assess next steps, marking a pivotal moment in a high-profile investigation that has gripped the nation for months. -
Racist Texts Prompt Nationwide Investigation as Black Americans Targeted with Hate Messages
A wave of racist text messages referencing slavery, "slave catchers," and "picking cotton" has prompted law enforcement across the United States to launch a full-scale investigation. Targeting Black and brown individuals, including students and professionals, the messages, which appear to originate from unrecognized phone numbers, have surfaced in over 20 states following the presidential election. The disturbing content has drawn sharp condemnation from civil rights groups, political leaders, and law enforcement officials. 
A wave of racist text messages referencing slavery, "slave catchers," and "picking cotton" has prompted law enforcement across the United States to launch a full-scale investigation. Targeting Black and brown individuals, including students and professionals, the messages, which appear to originate from unrecognized phone numbers, have surfaced in over 20 states following the presidential election. The disturbing content has drawn sharp condemnation from civil rights groups, political leaders, and law enforcement officials.
