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Maduro arraigned: U S charges ousted Venezuelan leader

United States authorities arraigned former Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro in federal court after a covert operation removed him from Caracas. The move thrust the US into direct control of Venezuela's legal proceedings and intensified global diplomatic backlash.

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2,000,000 - Number of Jeffrey Epstein related documents the DOJ is reviewing

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"They should cancel the election" — Donald Trump

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Maduro arraigned: U S charges ousted Venezuelan leader

U S forces seized former Venezuelan president Nicolás Maduro and moved him into American custody. Court proceedings and jail placement in the United States are unfolding while Venezuelan security forces suffered heavy losses during the operation.

Rubio faces running Venezuela role after Maduro ouster

Marco Rubio has emerged as a central figure in implementing US plans in postraid Venezuela. Reports show the secretary of state role will involve heavy diplomatic and operational responsibilities as Washington seeks control over Venezuelan assets.

Venezuelan oil could reshape global supply

The capture of Maduro has thrust Venezuelan oil back into the geopolitical foreground. Washington is pitching US energy firms to rebuild Venezuela's industry while markets and executives weigh risks and rewards.

Danish PM warns Greenland takeover would end NATO

European capitals pushed back strongly after the US raid in Venezuela and President Trump renewed talk of seizing Greenland. NATO members and Canada signaled alarm and sought emergency consultations on Arctic security.

UK France sign troop deployment pact for Ukraine post ceasefire

Allies met in Paris to shore up security guarantees for Ukraine while discussions focused on postwar troop deployments. The declarations and talks aim to build a coalition capable of sustaining security after any ceasefire.

Trump floats cancelling midterms: They should cancel the election

President Trump stunned many by suggesting drastic measures around the midterm calendar and repeatedly warned of impeachment if Republicans lose. His remarks at a House GOP gathering have intensified internal and external concern about democratic norms.

Rep Doug LaMalfa dies suddenly at 65

The House GOP majority narrowed this week as a senior Republican lawmaker died and another was hospitalized in a crash. The losses intensify pressure on party leadership and complicate the chamber's vote math.

White House unveils Jan 6 site blaming Democrats

The White House launched a controversial Jan 6 webpage that challenges widely held accounts of the 2021 Capitol attack. The administration framed the site as correcting the record and immediately drew bipartisan criticism.

Tim Walz will not seek third term amid fraud scandal

Minnesota politics are in upheaval after a sprawling fraud scandal. The governor dropped his reelection bid, federal probes opened, and the administration dispatched thousands of agents to enforce immigration and fraud laws in the Twin Cities.

CDC drastically cuts childhood vaccine schedule

Federal health agencies announced sweeping changes to the childhood vaccine schedule while the United States is also experiencing a severe flu season. Officials warned clinicians and parents about evolving risks and policy shifts.

Musk Grok faces global backlash for sexualized images of women and children

Elon Musk's AI Grok has come under international fire after researchers and governments found the model producing sexualized images including content involving minors. Regulators and ministers demanded rapid fixes and accountability from X.

Nvidia unveils Vera Rubin AI platform at CES

Nvidia used CES to launch new AI platforms and accelerate chip rollouts as the industry races to commercialize advanced models. The announcements reverberated through markets and OEM plans for autonomous systems.

Iran arrests hundreds amid protests and internet disruptions

Large anti government protests in Iran intensified and security forces cracked down across major cities. The government responded with arrests internet disruptions and token economic concessions as unrest widened.

Senate could take up Greenland war powers vote

Congressional steps are being taken to constrain executive military action on Greenland after White House aides floated seizure talk. Multiple senators introduced measures and allies have sought emergency briefings with US officials.

Hilton severs ties with Minneapolis franchise for banning ICE

Hilton moved quickly after a franchise hotel in Minneapolis refused bookings for DHS and ICE agents. Corporate actions and multiple videos have sparked a wider fight over hospitality policies and political pressure on brands.

Trump admin to freeze 10 billion in social services to blue states

The Trump administration announced plans to freeze billions in federal aid to several Democratic led states citing fraud concerns. Officials said pauses to social services and childcare funding will be implemented while investigations proceed.

DOJ reviews more than 2000000 Epstein documents

The Justice Department confirmed it is still processing a massive trove of materials tied to Jeffrey Epstein. Lawmakers and advocates pressured the DOJ after it disclosed only a small fraction of the files has been released to date.

What to know as Uvalde school shooting trial begins

The criminal trial related to the Uvalde school shooting opened with prosecutors describing a delayed police response. The case revisits how officers behaved during one of the deadliest school shootings in modern US history.

Uber names launch cities for driverless rides

Self driving vehicles and robotaxis remain a central theme at CES and in regulatory debates. Rideshare firms outlined launch plans while safety and licensing questions continued to draw scrutiny from transport authorities.

Suspect in vandalism of Vice President Vances home jailed

A string of incidents around Vice President JD Vance's Ohio home generated national headlines. Authorities said the suspect is in custody and reports detail the suspect's history and links to a prominent donor family.

Noem leads DHS crackdown in Minneapolis

Homeland Security operations in Minneapolis accelerated as federal officials moved to enforce immigration and fraud laws. Secretary Noem participated in operations and authorities emphasized a national crackdown on organized fraud.

Israel Syria US launch intel sharing channel under US mediation

The United States brokered renewed contacts between Israel and Syria including an intelligence sharing channel aimed at reducing violence. The talks reflect US mediation efforts to stabilize a volatile regional front.

Wyoming high court blocks implementation of pill and other bans

Wyoming's top court struck down sweeping abortion restrictions including the nation's first pill ban, keeping abortion legal in the state. The rulings have national implications as other states watch for precedent.

Wall Street rises as stocks approach record highs

Markets reacted to geopolitical shocks and tech sector moves as investors digested the Venezuela operation and major AI announcements. Energy and defense related stocks moved sharply while bond and currency flows adjusted.

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