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Federal agents placed on paid leave - Minneapolis shooting sparks national outcry

Two federal immigration agents have been removed from field duty and placed on paid administrative leave after the fatal Minnesota shooting of Alex Pretti, triggering nationwide protests, congressional scrutiny and competing agency accounts of the incident

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7,000 - S&P 500 closes above 7,000 for the first time

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"You can’t ask me to be an accomplice to the killing of Alex Pretti and Renee Good" — Sen. Raphael Warnock

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Federal agents placed on paid leave after Minneapolis shooting

Federal agents involved in the fatal Minneapolis confrontation that killed protester Alex Pretti have been placed on leave as the Department of Homeland Security publishes a timeline and internal CBP accounts raise questions about the administration narrative. The cluster captures the unfolding investigations and competing official versions.

House Democrats open shadow hearings on impeaching DHS chief Noem

Political fallout intensifies as Democrats press impeachment moves and demand DHS reform while budget fights raise the risk of a partial government shutdown. Lawmakers are tying DHS funding to changes in immigration enforcement after the Minneapolis shootings.

Man arrested after spraying unknown substance at Ilhan Omar town hall

A man was arrested after spraying an unknown liquid at Representative Ilhan Omar during a Minneapolis town hall. Authorities identified and charged a suspect and investigators are probing motive and background as the attack draws bipartisan condemnation.

Trump warns Minneapolis mayor he is 'playing with fire' over ICE feud

President Trump’s public statements have escalated tensions — from accusing local leaders in Minneapolis of 'playing with fire' to questioning the Ilhan Omar attack. The cluster tracks the president’s rhetoric and its policy implications.

Marco Rubio to testify before Senate on Venezuela operation

Secretary of State Marco Rubio is testifying and defending U.S. operations in Venezuela after the overthrow of Nicolás Maduro, while senators press for legal and diplomatic justification. Washington outlines next steps amid debate over force and oversight.

Trump warns Iran time is running out as massive armada sails in

President Trump issued a stark warning to Iran as a major US naval group moved into the region. Tehran vowed retaliation if attacked and key Gulf allies refused to allow airspace use, raising prospect of a widening confrontation.

What to know about Gaza’s Rafah crossing which could open soon

Diplomats and aid agencies coordinate over Gaza as the Rafah crossing could reopen, but plans remain fragile. Discussions include demilitarization measures and buyback programs to remove weapons as humanitarian needs grow with winter conditions worsening.

BREAKING FBI raids Fulton County election center in Georgia

FBI agents executed a search warrant at the Fulton County elections office in Georgia in a probe tied to the 2020 election. Multiple warrants and raids across Georgia have intensified scrutiny of election administration ahead of 2026.

Watch Powell deliver the Fed decision after rate pause

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady in its first policy decision of 2026. Chair Jerome Powell delivered remarks as markets and the White House watch for signals about the duration of the pause amid political pressure.

S&P 500 breaks 7,000 as AI optimism drives gains

Markets hit fresh milestones as the S&P 500 breached 7,000 and precious metals surged. Investors are digesting macro signals from central banks, geopolitical risks and corporate earnings that are reshaping asset flows.

Amazon to cut about 16,000 corporate jobs in latest round

Amazon announced another major round of layoffs affecting thousands of corporate employees as it restructures around AI and efficiency. The cuts signal broader tech industry adjustments and ripple across suppliers and services.

Google DeepMind unveils AlphaGenome to map genomic processes

Google DeepMind unveiled AlphaGenome, an AI trained on molecular data to predict genomic processes and accelerate biology research. The development highlights rapid advances in AI for life sciences and potential medical breakthroughs.

ADL study finds Grok worst at countering antisemitic content

A study from the ADL found xAI’s Grok performed worst at identifying and countering antisemitic content among leading chatbots, raising fresh concerns about safety and moderation across AI platforms.

German investigators raid Deutsche Bank in money laundering probe

German prosecutors have raided Deutsche Bank offices in an apparent money laundering probe, prompting market falls and scrutiny of the bank’s operations. The inspections join wider European efforts to clamp down on illicit finance.

NASA Webb pushes observable universe closer to cosmic dawn

NASA’s Webb telescope and other missions continue to expand knowledge of the cosmos with deeper observations toward the Big Bang and the discovery of Earth-sized exoplanet candidates, even as NASA prepares a crewed lunar mission next month.

E coli tests 'dangerously high' in Potomac after sewage spill

A major sewage pipe failure sent hundreds of millions of gallons into the Potomac, producing dangerously high E coli counts and prompting public health warnings and clean up demands across the region.

South Carolina measles outbreak tops several hundred cases

Health officials are scrambling as a measles outbreak in South Carolina grows into the largest U.S. outbreak in decades, with hundreds of confirmed cases and mounting containment challenges.

Star sommelier named among victims of Maine private jet crash

A private plane crash in Maine that killed six has claimed notable victims and spurred investigations. Families and communities mourn as authorities work to determine cause amid winter conditions.

Ukrainian drones wipe out 15 Russian military aircraft on airfields

Ukraine’s drone campaign has struck deep into Russian airfields, destroying dozens of aircraft and reshaping the air war. New waves of drone attacks and secret strikes signal intensified asymmetric operations.

Death toll from Iran protests keeps rising as crackdown intensifies

Iran’s government continues a brutal crackdown on protests even as leaders signal willingness to negotiate. The country faces deep economic strains and currency collapse amid fears of potential military escalation with the US.

More Epstein materials expected as review and redaction continue

The Department of Justice says it will release the full cache of Jeffrey Epstein files in the near term, including audio and video, after months of review and redaction — a move that could prompt fresh scrutiny of powerful figures.

Data center buildout spurs new laser development for cooling and compute

The global data center boom is driving new technologies and big investments including lasers for data centers and multibillion dollar hyperscale projects in Asia even as communities push back on local impacts.

Fall of top Chinese general stirs US uncertainty about PLA command

A shakeup at the top of China’s military and arrests of senior officials signal instability within the PLA and raise questions in Washington about Beijing’s command and control. The moves could alter regional security calculations.

Microsoft Office zero day exploit found affecting millions of users

A string of high profile cyber incidents and vulnerabilities — from a Microsoft Office zero day to claimed breaches of Match Group data and alleged Chinese hacks of UK phones — underscores persistent global cyber risk to companies and governments.

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