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What is the 19th Century policy President Trump is using to justify the arrest of Nicolás Maduro? @stetsonm.bsky.social explains.
After Venezuela attack, Pres. Trump says new era of “Donroe Doctrine” is beginning
What is the 19th Century policy President Trump is using to justify the arrest of Nicolás Maduro?
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January 8, 2026 at 8:33 PM
What is the 19th Century policy President Trump is using to justify the arrest of Nicolás Maduro? @stetsonm.bsky.social explains.
Days after American forces struck the capital of Venezuela, arresting the country’s president and taking him back to the U.S. to face charges, a team of Veteran Democratic House Members is speaking out, warning history tends to repeat itself. Caitrin Assaf reports:
Veteran Democratic House Members Speak Out Against Military Action in Venezuela
Days after American forces struck the capital of Venezuela, arresting the country’s president and taking him back to the U.S. to face charges, a team of Veteran Democratic House Members is speaking out, warning history tends to repeat itself.
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January 8, 2026 at 12:53 AM
Days after American forces struck the capital of Venezuela, arresting the country’s president and taking him back to the U.S. to face charges, a team of Veteran Democratic House Members is speaking out, warning history tends to repeat itself. Caitrin Assaf reports:
As chaos erupts in Minneapolis, lawmakers on Capitol Hill launch an investigation into the welfare fraud scandal that caused the ramped-up ICE presence. Molly Martinez reports.
Chaos in Minneapolis, Questions in Washington: Oversight Committee Investigates Fraud
As chaos erupts in Minneapolis, lawmakers on Capitol Hill launch an investigation into the welfare fraud scandal that caused the ramped-up ICE presence.
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January 7, 2026 at 10:15 PM
As chaos erupts in Minneapolis, lawmakers on Capitol Hill launch an investigation into the welfare fraud scandal that caused the ramped-up ICE presence. Molly Martinez reports.
Greenland is back in the spotlight as the White House says a military takeover is on the table to establish US control over the resource-rich Danish territory. Peter Zampa reports.
Takeover of Greenland back in focus for Trump administration
The island is back in the spotlight as the White House says a military takeover is on the table to establish US control over the resource-rich land.
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January 7, 2026 at 9:49 PM
Greenland is back in the spotlight as the White House says a military takeover is on the table to establish US control over the resource-rich Danish territory. Peter Zampa reports.
The President tells HouseRepublicans that they must win the Midterms.
Pres. Trump previews 2026 midterm elections
The President tells HouseRepublicans that they must win the Midterms.
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January 6, 2026 at 11:44 PM
The President tells HouseRepublicans that they must win the Midterms.
In a stunning announcement, two-time Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announced he’s not seeking re-election. Molly Martinez reports
Scandal drives Gov. Tim Walz to end re-election bid
In a stunning announcement, two-time Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announced he’s not seeking re-election.
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January 5, 2026 at 10:11 PM
In a stunning announcement, two-time Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announced he’s not seeking re-election. Molly Martinez reports
Former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores were arraigned in New York City today after their dramatic capture and extradition over the weekend. Peter Zampa reports
Nicolas Maduro, Cilia Flores arraigned in federal court
Former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores were arraigned in New York City today after their dramatic capture and extradition over the weekend.
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January 5, 2026 at 8:54 PM
Former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores were arraigned in New York City today after their dramatic capture and extradition over the weekend. Peter Zampa reports
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Monday that the military is now working to downgrade Arizona Senator Mark Kelly’s military rank and retirement pay over his statements that urged US military members to refuse illegal orders. @stetsonm.bsky.social
Sec. of War Hegseth moves to demote Senator Kelly
Secretary of War Hegseth moves to reduce and downgrade Senator Mark Kelly's military rank and retirement pay. Senator Kelly says he'll fight back.
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January 5, 2026 at 8:40 PM
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Monday that the military is now working to downgrade Arizona Senator Mark Kelly’s military rank and retirement pay over his statements that urged US military members to refuse illegal orders. @stetsonm.bsky.social
As ousted dictator Nicolás Maduro appears in court, President Trump is reaffirming the U.S. is now in charge of the Venezuela. Stephen Goin reports:
Maduro appears in court as U.S. reaffirms control of Venezuela
Nicolás Maduro appeared in court Monday as President Trump reaffirmed the U.S. is now "in charge" of the Venezuela.
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January 5, 2026 at 5:46 PM
As ousted dictator Nicolás Maduro appears in court, President Trump is reaffirming the U.S. is now in charge of the Venezuela. Stephen Goin reports:
Trump said the US military struck ISIS terrorists in Nigeria. He said the strikes were against ISIS terrorists, who he has accused of persecuting Christians.
Trump says US military struck ISIS terrorists in Nigeria
The president says the strikes were against ISIS terrorists, who he has accused of persecuting Christians in Nigeria.
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December 26, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Trump said the US military struck ISIS terrorists in Nigeria. He said the strikes were against ISIS terrorists, who he has accused of persecuting Christians.
The Supreme Court blocked President Trump’s effort to deploy National Guard troops to Chicago. @stetsonm.bsky.social has more:
Supreme Court hands Pres. Trump a legal defeat
President Donald Trump is handed a rare legal defeat at the U.S. Supreme Court over his attempts to federalize and deploy the National Guard in support of his immigration policies.
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December 23, 2025 at 11:07 PM
The Supreme Court blocked President Trump’s effort to deploy National Guard troops to Chicago. @stetsonm.bsky.social has more:
Congress has released a new report that's highly critical of the military's role in the deadly mid-air crash over Washington, D.C. that killed 67 people last January. Stephen Goin reports:
Congress releases new report on DCA mid-air crash; highlights military failures
Congress released a new report that's highly critical of the military's role in the deadly mid-air crash in Washington, D.C. last January that killed 67 people.
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December 23, 2025 at 10:47 PM
Congress has released a new report that's highly critical of the military's role in the deadly mid-air crash over Washington, D.C. that killed 67 people last January. Stephen Goin reports:
President Trump claims tariffs are why the third quarter GDP reporter was better than expected, but labor markets remain weak.
President Trump touts good economy news
President Trump claims tariffs are why the third quarter GDP reporter was better than expected, but labor markets remain weak.
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December 23, 2025 at 10:31 PM
President Trump claims tariffs are why the third quarter GDP reporter was better than expected, but labor markets remain weak.
Simultaneously, the Justice Department releases more documents from the Epstein files, and raises questions about the validity of those documents. Molly Martinez reports:
Justice Department releases more from Epstein files
Simultaneously, the Justice Department releases more documents from the Epstein files, and raises questions about the validity of those documents.
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December 23, 2025 at 6:42 PM
Simultaneously, the Justice Department releases more documents from the Epstein files, and raises questions about the validity of those documents. Molly Martinez reports:
The White House’s longest-serving chief usher is reflecting back on his time served at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, where he witnessed some of the biggest moments in American history. @stetsonm.bsky.social
Man who spent decades in the White House is reflecting back on his unique firsthand perspective on American history
The White House’s longest-serving chief usher is reflecting back on his time served at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, where he witnessed some of the biggest moments in American history.
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December 23, 2025 at 6:12 PM
The White House’s longest-serving chief usher is reflecting back on his time served at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, where he witnessed some of the biggest moments in American history. @stetsonm.bsky.social
“This is where we start to unpack what the American Dream means,” Graham Ulkins visits the Mliken Center for Advancing the American Dream, just steps from the White House.
America250: What makes the “American Dream?”
“This is where we start to unpack what the American Dream means,” - reporter Graham Ulkins visits the Mliken Center for Advancing the American Dream, just steps from the White House.
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December 23, 2025 at 12:30 AM
“This is where we start to unpack what the American Dream means,” Graham Ulkins visits the Mliken Center for Advancing the American Dream, just steps from the White House.
The U.S. military intercepts another Venezuelan oil tanker as the pressure campaign on Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro continues.
Trump administration increases pressure on Venezuela
As the Trump administration increases pressure on Venezuela, the State Department says it's about combatting narco-terrorists. Venezuela says the blockade is reckless.
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December 22, 2025 at 11:40 PM
The U.S. military intercepts another Venezuelan oil tanker as the pressure campaign on Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro continues.
From bullying to sextortion, lawmakers say kids face growing dangers online. Congress is now reintroducing the Kids Online Safety Act in an attempt to regulate social platforms. Stephen Goin reports:
Congress renews push to regulate social media for kids
Senate lawmakers have reintroduced the Kids Online Act after the bill failed to pass both chambers in 2024.
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December 22, 2025 at 11:11 PM
From bullying to sextortion, lawmakers say kids face growing dangers online. Congress is now reintroducing the Kids Online Safety Act in an attempt to regulate social platforms. Stephen Goin reports:
Russian and Ukrainian representatives met with U.S. officials in Florida this weekend but a peace deal remains elusive. Peter Zampa reports
U.S. holds ‘productive and constructive’ peace talks with Russian, Ukrainian officials in Miami
Russian and Ukrainian representatives met with U.S. officials in Florida this weekend but a peace deal remains elusive.
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December 22, 2025 at 10:32 PM
Russian and Ukrainian representatives met with U.S. officials in Florida this weekend but a peace deal remains elusive. Peter Zampa reports
The US launching strikes in Syria, after two American soldiers were killed. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth calling it a “declaration of vengeance.” Molly Martinez reports:
US conducts airstrikes against Syria
The Pentagon carries out airstrikes against ISIS in Syria, conducting the very serious retaliation first promised by President Donald Trump for the deaths of two members of the Iowa National Guard and their interpreter.
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December 20, 2025 at 12:54 AM
The US launching strikes in Syria, after two American soldiers were killed. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth calling it a “declaration of vengeance.” Molly Martinez reports:
Elise Stefanik was once seen as a rising star in the orbit of Trump. Now, it appears she is walking away from politics, announcing that she will not continue her bid for governor of New York, nor will she run for re-election to Congress. Ryan Piers reports:
Elise Stefanik abandons bid for New York governor’s seat
Once a rising star in Republican politics, Rep. Elise Stefanik is abandoning her campaign to be the next governor of New York State, but she will complete her term in the 119th Congress.
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December 20, 2025 at 12:27 AM
Elise Stefanik was once seen as a rising star in the orbit of Trump. Now, it appears she is walking away from politics, announcing that she will not continue her bid for governor of New York, nor will she run for re-election to Congress. Ryan Piers reports:
It's the holiday season and lawmakers on capitol hill are getting in on the joy. Washington Correspondent Rhyan Henson has their season’s greetings.
Season’s greetings from Capitol Hill
Holiday greetings from Capitol Hill
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December 20, 2025 at 12:07 AM
It's the holiday season and lawmakers on capitol hill are getting in on the joy. Washington Correspondent Rhyan Henson has their season’s greetings.
The iconic Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. is now getting a new name - the Donald J. Trump and The John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts. @stetsonm.bsky.social
Kennedy Center in Washington unveils new signage with President Trump’s name
The Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. unveiled new signage on Friday, adding President Donald Trump’s name to the side of the national cultural center.
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December 19, 2025 at 11:43 PM
The iconic Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. is now getting a new name - the Donald J. Trump and The John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts. @stetsonm.bsky.social
ACA tax credits will expire in a matter of days - with two last-ditch efforts to save premiums from skyrocketing facing an uncertain future when lawmakers return in the new year. Caitrin Assaf reports:
Congress to address health care in 2026 as ACA subsidies are set to expire
With lawmakers now on recess until January, it’s almost certain the Affordable Care Act tax credits millions rely on will expire at the end of the year, sending premiums skyrocketing. A discharge petition forcing a vote on an extension received enough signatures in the House, but that proposal previously failed in the Senate.
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December 19, 2025 at 11:37 PM
ACA tax credits will expire in a matter of days - with two last-ditch efforts to save premiums from skyrocketing facing an uncertain future when lawmakers return in the new year. Caitrin Assaf reports:
President Trump announces more price cuts for some of America’s most popular prescription drugs.
President Trump announces drug price deals with pharmaceutical companies
Nine pharmaceutical CEOs joined the president to unveil discount program through new government website
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December 19, 2025 at 10:43 PM
President Trump announces more price cuts for some of America’s most popular prescription drugs.