Former special counsel Jack Smith testifies that Trump was central to the Capitol riot
Former special counsel Jack Smith told Congress that the January 6 Capitol riot would not have occurred without Donald Trump, describing him as the most responsible person in the conspiracy to overturn the 2020 election.
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Trump halts push to deploy National Guard troops to Chicago, Los Angeles, and Portland
President Trump announced he is dropping efforts to deploy National Guard troops to Chicago, Los Angeles, and Portland, Oregon, following legal setbacks and court rulings against the deployments.
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U.S. military strikes alleged drug boats, killing eight people
The U.S. military conducted strikes on five alleged drug-smuggling boats, killing eight people, as part of an escalating campaign against drug cartels in the Caribbean and Pacific regions.
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China announces completion of military exercises near Taiwan
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Russian drone attack injures three Ukrainian children as Putin expresses confidence
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UN visits Sudan's el-Fasher for the first time since its fall, finding dire conditions
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Trump administration imposes sanctions on Venezuelan oil firms and tankers
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Global New Year celebrations take place with fireworks and heightened security
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Five new species discovered in 2025, from deep-sea snailfish to ancient sea cows
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YouTuber's viral video alleging daycare fraud in Minnesota prompts federal funding freeze
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