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CBS: Iran Death Toll Could Exceed 12,000 - Massacre Fears Grow

CBS and other sources report staggering casualty estimates from Iran’s nationwide protests as authorities wage a brutal crackdown and signal expedited trials and executions, raising the prospect of wider regional escalation and U S consideration of action

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1.2T - China recorded roughly $1.2 trillion trade surplus in 2025

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"Anything less is unacceptable" — President Donald Trump

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Activists Say Iran Protest Death Toll Tops 2,500

Multiple outlets report mounting death tolls and conflicting counts from the nationwide anti government protests in Iran as activists and rights groups tally thousands killed amid a brutal crackdown.

Trump to Iranian Protesters: Help Is on the Way

President Trump has issued repeated public threats aimed at Tehran and urged Iranian demonstrators to keep protesting, raising tensions and signaling possible U S intervention if protesters are executed.

US Moves Personnel From Largest Middle East Base as Iran Tensions Rise

As White House weighs options on Iran, the military has moved personnel from key regional bases and advised some staff to evacuate as a precaution against possible retaliation.

Free Starlink Access Seen as Game Changer for Iranian Demonstrators

Satellite internet access is playing a decisive role in Iran by enabling demonstrators to share footage and coordinate despite regime blackouts; multiple reports detail free or subsidized Starlink access reaching protesters.

Inside Iran’s Execution Machine - How Trials Are Speeding Up

Investigations document the Iranian regime's methods of repression including expedited trials and mass executions while new footage and reporting show morgues overwhelmed and disturbing scenes from cities across Iran.

Trump Argues NATO Should Lead Push for US Control of Greenland

President Trump renewed his public push for U S control of Greenland, declaring any outcome short of American possession 'unacceptable' and tying the island to national security and missile defense plans.

Vance and Rubio to Hold Talks With Danish and Greenlandic Officials

Top White House officials including Vice President Vance and Secretary Rubio met Danish and Greenlandic ministers in Washington to discuss Greenland's future amid intense diplomatic pushback and high stakes talks.

Denmark Increasing Military Presence in and Around Greenland

Denmark and Greenland have taken concrete defensive steps, moving troops and expanding military presence around the island as diplomatic talks with the United States approach.

Only 17 Percent Approve of Trump’s Greenland Plans Poll Shows

Polls and cost estimates reveal broad American opposition to the Greenland plan and warn of a massive price tag if the US pursued acquisition or compensation for the island.

FBI Searches Washington Post Reporter’s Home in Classified Materials Probe

Federal agents searched the home and seized devices of a Washington Post reporter as part of an investigation into classified documents, triggering concerns about press freedom and DOJ tactics.

Congress Erupts After Criminal Probe of Fed Chair Jerome Powell

Political and legal fallout grows around the Justice Department and Federal Reserve as lawmakers and commentators scramble after a criminal probe into Fed Chair Jerome Powell and related resignations and criticism.

Supreme Court Lets GOP Congressman Sue Over State Mail in Ballot Rules

The Supreme Court issued decisions and rulings allowing federal suits over state mail in ballot rules, reviving legal challenges that could reshape election litigation ahead of 2028.

Supreme Court Hears Heated Arguments on Transgender Athlete Bans

The Supreme Court heard high profile challenges over transgender athletes and indicated a conservative majority may uphold state bans that restrict biological males from girls and women’s sports.

US Freezes Visa Processing for 75 Countries

The State Department and White House moved to halt visa processing for applicants from dozens of countries as part of a broad immigration and consular policy review affecting travel and families worldwide.

Federal Officer Who Shot Renee Good Reportedly 'In Hiding'

The killing of Minneapolis mother Renee Good by a federal ICE officer has provoked a national uproar, resignations inside DOJ, large donations to the agent, and fresh scrutiny of ICE tactics and accountability.

One Week After Minneapolis Shooting Protesters Continue to Clash With Federal Agents

Clashes between ICE agents and protesters in Minneapolis and other cities continue with dramatic confrontations captured on video and growing political fallout at local and federal levels.

Democrats to File Articles of Impeachment Against Kristi Noem

Democratic lawmakers are escalating efforts to impeach Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem over the federal immigration operation that led to Renee Good’s killing, moving articles and organizing public pressure.

Trump Stakes Big Bets in Venezuela After Capture of Maduro

The US operation in Venezuela and the ouster of Nicolás Maduro triggered geopolitical reverberations as detained Americans were gradually freed and Washington weighs the next steps for oil and regional stability.

China Posts Record 1.2 Trillion Dollar Trade Surplus in 2025

China reported a record trade surplus in 2025, far exceeding expectations and complicating U S tariff strategies while signaling resilience in Chinese exports despite US trade pressure.

Producer Prices Rise a Mild 0.2 Percent in November

Latest US economic data showed producer prices nudging up while retail sales posted gains, offering a mixed picture for inflation and growth as markets digest policy risks and global shocks.

Luxury Retailer Saks Global Files for Bankruptcy Protection

Saks Global, the owner of iconic luxury brands, filed for bankruptcy protection after mounting debt and a failed takeover, highlighting stress in the high end retail sector.

China Fumes at Trump Iran Tariffs as Trade Ties Strain

Trump administration tariffs and threats are reshaping global trade flows and prompting reactions from China, India and trading partners who face the potential of secondary US tariffs tied to Iran policy.

Supreme Court Stalls Ruling on Trump Tariffs Leaving Markets Hanging

The Supreme Court again delayed its ruling on legal challenges to President Trump’s tariffs, creating market uncertainty about refunds, trade volume and long term effects on US commerce.

Trump Says He Will End Federal Payments to Sanctuary Cities

The White House moved to cut federal funding to sanctuary jurisdictions starting in February, escalating a policy fight that could affect state programs and trigger legal challenges and budgetary shocks.

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"NATO: Tell Denmark to get them out of here, NOW! Two dogsleds won’t do it! Only the USA can!!! Danish intel warned last year about Russian and Chinese military goals toward Greenland and Arctic: https:// justthenews.com/government/sec urity/danish-intel-warned-about-russian-and-chinese-military-ambitions-toward/"