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Military experts question the legality of boat strikes, raising concerns about adherence to international law.
Here are all of Hegseth's military boat strikes near Venezuela that we know about
Military experts question the legality of boat strikes, raising concerns about adherence to international law.
www.axios.com
December 1, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Military experts question the legality of boat strikes, raising concerns about adherence to international law.
Pete Hegseth faces serious allegations of potentially committing a war crime by allegedly ordering commanders to leave no survivors, raising significant legal and ethical concerns.
Could Hegseth Face Prosecution For Alleged Boat Strike?
Pete Hegseth faces serious allegations of potentially committing a war crime by allegedly ordering commanders to leave no survivors, raising significant legal and ethical concerns.
time.com
December 1, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Pete Hegseth faces serious allegations of potentially committing a war crime by allegedly ordering commanders to leave no survivors, raising significant legal and ethical concerns.
At 79, President Trump faces increasing scrutiny over his age and fitness to serve, raising questions about his ability to fully perform presidential duties.
White House Claims Trump’s MRI Shows He's ‘In Excellent Health’
At 79, President Trump faces increasing scrutiny over his age and fitness to serve, raising questions about his ability to fully perform presidential duties.
www.huffpost.com
December 1, 2025 at 8:30 PM
At 79, President Trump faces increasing scrutiny over his age and fitness to serve, raising questions about his ability to fully perform presidential duties.
President Trump's pardon plan for ex-Honduran President Hernandez faces criticism from Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar, highlighting a divide in handling international narcotrafficking issues.
Republican who supports President Trump on Venezuela questions why he’s pardoning ex-Honduran President narcotrafficker
President Trump's pardon plan for ex-Honduran President Hernandez faces criticism from Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar, highlighting a divide in handling international narcotrafficking issues.
www.cnn.com
December 1, 2025 at 8:16 PM
President Trump's pardon plan for ex-Honduran President Hernandez faces criticism from Congresswoman Maria Elvira Salazar, highlighting a divide in handling international narcotrafficking issues.
Reports suggest the FBI is struggling due to leadership challenges under Trump's Cabinet selection.
"In over his head": Report claims FBI is a "rudderless ship" under Patel
Reports suggest the FBI is struggling due to leadership challenges under Trump's Cabinet selection.
www.salon.com
December 1, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Reports suggest the FBI is struggling due to leadership challenges under Trump's Cabinet selection.
Matt Zeller criticizes Trump's pause on Afghanistan immigration following the shooting of two National Guard members in D.C.
‘Simply not fair’: Veteran blasts Afghan immigration pause after D.C. shooting
Matt Zeller criticizes Trump's pause on Afghanistan immigration following the shooting of two National Guard members in D.C.
www.ms.now
December 1, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Matt Zeller criticizes Trump's pause on Afghanistan immigration following the shooting of two National Guard members in D.C.
President Trump initially withheld information about undergoing a procedure, raising concerns about transparency and leadership accountability.
Trump's doctor says his MRI results are "perfectly normal"
President Trump initially withheld information about undergoing a procedure, raising concerns about transparency and leadership accountability.
www.axios.com
December 1, 2025 at 7:54 PM
President Trump initially withheld information about undergoing a procedure, raising concerns about transparency and leadership accountability.
Social media revisits a past remark by the First Lady on holiday decorating, stirring conversations years later.
Melania Trump Unveils White House Xmas Decor — But People Can’t Forget What She Said in 2018
Social media revisits a past remark by the First Lady on holiday decorating, stirring conversations years later.
www.huffpost.com
December 1, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Social media revisits a past remark by the First Lady on holiday decorating, stirring conversations years later.
Karoline Leavitt's remarks seem to diverge from Trump's earlier statements regarding the boat strikes, highlighting differing perspectives within the same political sphere.
White House Confirms Striking Alleged Drug Boat Second Time
Karoline Leavitt's remarks seem to diverge from Trump's earlier statements regarding the boat strikes, highlighting differing perspectives within the same political sphere.
time.com
December 1, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Karoline Leavitt's remarks seem to diverge from Trump's earlier statements regarding the boat strikes, highlighting differing perspectives within the same political sphere.
A federal appeals court finds Alina Habba's appointment as US attorney for New Jersey unlawful, raising questions about adherence to legal procedures under Trump's influence.
Appeals court rules Alina Habba is unlawfully serving as US attorney
A federal appeals court finds Alina Habba's appointment as US attorney for New Jersey unlawful, raising questions about adherence to legal procedures under Trump's influence.
www.cnn.com
December 1, 2025 at 7:33 PM
A federal appeals court finds Alina Habba's appointment as US attorney for New Jersey unlawful, raising questions about adherence to legal procedures under Trump's influence.
Joe Scarborough criticizes Trump following the deportation of college freshman Any Lucía López Belloza to Honduras, questioning the impact on America's safety.
Joe Scarborough slams Trump after ICE deports college student traveling for Thanksgiving
Joe Scarborough criticizes Trump following the deportation of college freshman Any Lucía López Belloza to Honduras, questioning the impact on America's safety.
www.ms.now
December 1, 2025 at 7:06 PM
Joe Scarborough criticizes Trump following the deportation of college freshman Any Lucía López Belloza to Honduras, questioning the impact on America's safety.
Trump called on state lawmakers to redraw congressional maps favoring Republicans, sparking controversy and public safety concerns.
At least 9 Indiana Republicans were targeted in swatting attacks amid redistricting pressure from Trump
Trump called on state lawmakers to redraw congressional maps favoring Republicans, sparking controversy and public safety concerns.
www.nbcnews.com
December 1, 2025 at 6:54 PM
Trump called on state lawmakers to redraw congressional maps favoring Republicans, sparking controversy and public safety concerns.
Democrats aim to close the gap in Tennessee's 7th congressional district special election, challenging the historically Republican stronghold.
What Trump’s 11th-hour campaign for a House seat he carried by 22 points last year says about Democratic momentum in 2025
Democrats aim to close the gap in Tennessee's 7th congressional district special election, challenging the historically Republican stronghold.
www.cnn.com
December 1, 2025 at 6:48 PM
Democrats aim to close the gap in Tennessee's 7th congressional district special election, challenging the historically Republican stronghold.
Former DOJ immigration judge Tania Nemer sues AG Pam Bondi, challenging her dismissal based on alleged discriminatory orders by President Trump.
Pam Bondi hit with sex discrimination lawsuit
Former DOJ immigration judge Tania Nemer sues AG Pam Bondi, challenging her dismissal based on alleged discriminatory orders by President Trump.
www.rawstory.com
December 1, 2025 at 6:35 PM
Former DOJ immigration judge Tania Nemer sues AG Pam Bondi, challenging her dismissal based on alleged discriminatory orders by President Trump.
Amidst concerns over age and leadership capability, President Trump's reactions reflect sensitivity to criticisms similar to those he directed at former President Biden.
Why Trump’s 'advancing' and 'very evident' decline is so 'devastating' for MAGA
Amidst concerns over age and leadership capability, President Trump's reactions reflect sensitivity to criticisms similar to those he directed at former President Biden.
www.rawstory.com
December 1, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Amidst concerns over age and leadership capability, President Trump's reactions reflect sensitivity to criticisms similar to those he directed at former President Biden.
Experts warn of potential security flaws in government websites as Trump administration pushes to meet July 2026 deadline. Concerns arise over the handling of private information.
Alarm raised as experts suspect 'sloppy code' used to overhaul sensitive govt websites
Experts warn of potential security flaws in government websites as Trump administration pushes to meet July 2026 deadline. Concerns arise over the handling of private information.
www.rawstory.com
December 1, 2025 at 6:33 PM
Experts warn of potential security flaws in government websites as Trump administration pushes to meet July 2026 deadline. Concerns arise over the handling of private information.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. makes a significant change to his vaccine advisory committee leadership, altering the direction of U.S. health policy.
Chairman of vaccine committee leaves for new HHS job
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. makes a significant change to his vaccine advisory committee leadership, altering the direction of U.S. health policy.
apnews.com
December 1, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. makes a significant change to his vaccine advisory committee leadership, altering the direction of U.S. health policy.
Under Trump's presidency, the shift towards a white-collar job market accelerates as AI replaces blue-collar jobs, impacting workers nationwide.
Experts blame Trump as blue collar jobs collapse
Under Trump's presidency, the shift towards a white-collar job market accelerates as AI replaces blue-collar jobs, impacting workers nationwide.
www.rawstory.com
December 1, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Under Trump's presidency, the shift towards a white-collar job market accelerates as AI replaces blue-collar jobs, impacting workers nationwide.
President Trump and Venezuelan President Maduro exchanged ultimatums in a recent phone call, highlighting ongoing tensions.
Trump order ignored by Venezuela's leader — and he shut down airspace in response: report
President Trump and Venezuelan President Maduro exchanged ultimatums in a recent phone call, highlighting ongoing tensions.
www.rawstory.com
December 1, 2025 at 5:39 PM
President Trump and Venezuelan President Maduro exchanged ultimatums in a recent phone call, highlighting ongoing tensions.
Indiana state Sen. Jean Leising reports a pipe bomb threat following her refusal to comply with President Trump's redistricting demands, highlighting tensions ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
Republican targeted by pipe bomb threat for refusing Trump's demand
Indiana state Sen. Jean Leising reports a pipe bomb threat following her refusal to comply with President Trump's redistricting demands, highlighting tensions ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
www.rawstory.com
December 1, 2025 at 5:21 PM
Indiana state Sen. Jean Leising reports a pipe bomb threat following her refusal to comply with President Trump's redistricting demands, highlighting tensions ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
President Trump announces his decision on the next Federal Reserve Chair successor.
What it would mean to have Kevin Hassett as Fed chair
President Trump announces his decision on the next Federal Reserve Chair successor.
www.axios.com
December 1, 2025 at 5:09 PM
President Trump announces his decision on the next Federal Reserve Chair successor.
President Trump's threats against Democrats, including Sen. Mark Kelly, may boost Kelly's potential 2028 presidential bid, according to a commentator.
'Major error' by Trump has created formidable opponent to MAGA's reign: analyst
President Trump's threats against Democrats, including Sen. Mark Kelly, may boost Kelly's potential 2028 presidential bid, according to a commentator.
www.rawstory.com
December 1, 2025 at 5:04 PM
President Trump's threats against Democrats, including Sen. Mark Kelly, may boost Kelly's potential 2028 presidential bid, according to a commentator.
Criticism mounts as new White House holiday decor, featuring a Lego portrait of Trump and Washington, sparks mixed reactions.
'Nice try': Melania Trump buried after gushing reveal of White House Christmas decor
Criticism mounts as new White House holiday decor, featuring a Lego portrait of Trump and Washington, sparks mixed reactions.
www.rawstory.com
December 1, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Criticism mounts as new White House holiday decor, featuring a Lego portrait of Trump and Washington, sparks mixed reactions.
Gentile, former CEO of GPB Capital Holdings, was convicted of wire and securities fraud under the Biden administration.
Trump commutes 7-year prison sentence of former private equity CEO David Gentile
Gentile, former CEO of GPB Capital Holdings, was convicted of wire and securities fraud under the Biden administration.
www.nbcnews.com
December 1, 2025 at 4:48 PM
Gentile, former CEO of GPB Capital Holdings, was convicted of wire and securities fraud under the Biden administration.
Republican Matt Van Epps distances himself from Trump in a critical special election, causing concern in a district that overwhelmingly supported Trump in 2024.
GOP in 'freefall' as deep red candidate hides association with 'toxic' Trump: analyst
Republican Matt Van Epps distances himself from Trump in a critical special election, causing concern in a district that overwhelmingly supported Trump in 2024.
www.rawstory.com
December 1, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Republican Matt Van Epps distances himself from Trump in a critical special election, causing concern in a district that overwhelmingly supported Trump in 2024.