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Federal Inquiry into $9 Billion Fraud Overshadows Lieutenant Governor’s Visit to Somali Market
Minneapolis, Saturday, 27 December 2025.
As federal probes scrutinize a staggering $9 billion in alleged taxpayer fraud, Lt. Gov. Flanagan’s solidarity gesture highlights the complex intersection of fiscal accountability and social politics.
White House to Submit Plans for $400 Million Ballroom Following East Wing Demolition
Washington, Friday, 26 December 2025.
On January 8, officials will unveil plans for a $400 million ballroom—double the initial estimate—marking the first formal review since the controversial demolition of the White House East Wing.
Kimmel Broadcasts Warnings of Democratic Erosion to United Kingdom Audience
London, Friday, 26 December 2025.
Addressing UK viewers, Kimmel analyzed American political instability, claiming “tyranny is booming” and satirically labeling the President “King Donny VIII” amidst concerns over executive overreach and free speech.
FBI Relocates Headquarters to Reagan Building, Canceling $5 Billion Maryland Project
Washington, Saturday, 27 December 2025.
By canceling a $5 billion construction project, the FBI will relocate to the existing Ronald Reagan Building, a strategic cost-saving measure that permanently shutters the historic J. Edgar Hoover headquarters.
Trump Pressures CBS for Immediate Colbert Removal Ahead of Scheduled Departure
New York, Wednesday, 24 December 2025.
President Trump demands CBS immediately “put to sleep” Stephen Colbert’s show, escalating tensions by suggesting broadcast license revocations for networks airing negative coverage ahead of the host’s planned May departure.
Wage Garnishment Resumes for 5.5 Million Defaulted Student Loan Borrowers in 2026
Washington, Wednesday, 24 December 2025.
Effective January 2026, the Department of Education will end the five-year pandemic-era moratorium on involuntary collections, initiating wage garnishment for approximately 5.5 million student loan borrowers currently in default. The administration confirmed that notices will begin circulating the week of January 7, signaling a return to strict fiscal enforcement that allows the government to seize up to 15% of a borrower’s disposable pay. This policy shift targets a vulnerable demographic—data indicates that 1 in 4 federal borrowers are currently delinquent or in default. Analysts warn that this sudden reduction in disposable income, coinciding with anticipated healthcare cost increases, creates a compounded financial strain that is likely to dampen consumer spending throughout the first quarter.
Former Senator Ben Sasse Discloses Terminal Stage Four Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis
Lincoln, Wednesday, 24 December 2025.
Former U.S. Senator and University of Florida President Ben Sasse has publicly announced a diagnosis of terminal stage-four pancreatic cancer. The 53-year-old Nebraska Republican shared the somber news on social media on December 23, 2025, revealing that the diagnosis was confirmed the previous week. Sasse, recognized for his intellectual approach to public service, described the condition as a “death sentence,” acknowledging he has “significantly less time” than preferred. Having recently resigned from his university presidency to care for his wife, Sasse framed this personal crisis through the lens of his Christian faith, expressing a determination to “run through the irreverent tape” despite the prognosis. The disclosure has elicited immediate bipartisan support, highlighting the impact of the former lawmaker who is now confronting a rapid and critical health battle.
Latest Epstein Files Reveal Extensive Trump References and Previously Unreported Flights
Washington, Wednesday, 24 December 2025.
The Justice Department’s massive new release indicates Trump utilized Epstein’s private jet far more frequently than previously known, contradicting earlier reports and intensifying scrutiny on their historical association.
Supreme Court Blocks Trump's Deployment of National Guard to Chicago
Chicago, Tuesday, 23 December 2025.
In a rare split, three conservative justices joined the liberal minority to block the administration’s deployment of National Guard troops to Chicago, citing insufficient authority for domestic military use.
Judge Orders Due Process for Venezuelans Deported Under Alien Enemies Act
Washington, Tuesday, 23 December 2025.
A federal judge ruled the Trump administration violated due process by deporting Venezuelans to a Salvadoran megaprison under the 1798 Alien Enemies Act, ordering officials to facilitate their potential return or legal hearings by January 5.