Amidst mounting pressure, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer plans to introduce a resolution for legal action against the Justice Department due to the incomplete release of Epstein-related records. Despite Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche’s initial promise of releasing hundreds of thousands of documents, only a fraction of the files have been made public. Critics, including a spokesperson for Bill Clinton, are calling for the full release of all materials. The Justice Department, facing scrutiny over redactions and the removal of certain images, maintains it is following legal obligations, including redacting information to protect victims.
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New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani will be sworn into office by two prominent figures: State Attorney General Letitia James and Senator Bernie Sanders. Senator Sanders will oversee a ceremonial swearing-in at a New Year’s Day block party, while James will officially swear in Mamdani at midnight. The transition team emphasized that Sanders’ progressive values inspired Mamdani’s campaign. James, a key supporter, endorsed Mamdani despite a primary election system that allowed voters to rank candidates.
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According to intelligence findings, two NATO-nation intelligence services suspect Russia is developing a “zone-effect” anti-satellite weapon designed to target Elon Musk’s Starlink constellation. The weapon, which would flood orbits with high-density pellets, aims to disable multiple satellites, while also risking substantial collateral damage to other orbiting systems. Analysts express skepticism about its practicality due to the potential for uncontrolled space debris, even if Russia has repeatedly denied any intention of deploying such weapons. The weapon, if deployed, could also potentially affect Russia’s own satellite network.
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Several news stories are generating significant attention. Bipartisan members of Congress plan to file inherent contempt charges against Pam Bondi in relation to the Epstein files. Simultaneously, a bipartisan backlash is mounting against Bondi and the Department of Justice over the release of these files. Other key headlines include concerns over rising healthcare costs for Obamacare recipients and an author defending a recent article that has been criticized.
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Denmark and Greenland have jointly condemned the US appointment of a special envoy to Greenland, emphasizing the inviolability of national borders and sovereignty under international law. The leaders reiterated that Greenland belongs to its people and expressed expectations of respect for territorial integrity. This response follows President Trump’s repeated statements about the US acquiring Greenland and his appointment of Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry to advance American interests there. Denmark’s foreign minister will summon the US ambassador for an explanation, while the EU and Nordic countries expressed solidarity with Denmark and Greenland, upholding international law.
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Fox News host Jesse Watters shared a conversation he allegedly had with Donald Trump at Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest where Trump claimed he was constructing the new White House ballroom as a “monument” to himself. The ballroom’s projected cost is now $400 million and is expected to be completed by the summer of 2028. Trump has stated the space is needed for indoor events. A judge rejected a request to halt construction, allowing the project to continue while further review is considered.
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A scheduled “60 Minutes” segment on El Salvador’s CECOT prison, featuring interviews with deported prisoners, was pulled from its broadcast. This decision follows Paramount Skydance’s appointment of Bari Weiss as editor-in-chief of CBS News, which has drawn criticism regarding potential bias. The segment, focusing on the Trump administration’s deportation of migrants to CECOT, a prison known for alleged torture, had a teaser released before being removed along with a notice that the report would be released at a later date. This has sparked accusations of censorship and prompted discussions about the network’s editorial direction, with many commentators speculating on the reasons for the delay.
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A 19-year-old woman, Darya Kozyreva, has been sentenced to nearly three years in a penal colony by a St. Petersburg court for repeatedly discrediting the Russian army. The charges stemmed from gluing a quote by Ukrainian poet Taras Shevchenko onto his monument and an interview where she criticized the war in Ukraine. This is not Kozyreva’s first run-in with the law, as she was previously fined and expelled from university for anti-war statements. Human rights organizations have condemned the verdict as politically motivated, highlighting Russia’s crackdown on dissent and its efforts to silence opposition to the war.
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Representative Ro Khanna has indicated that some Republicans are supporting potential impeachment proceedings against Attorney General Pam Bondi due to the Department of Justice’s failure to fully release Jeffrey Epstein files by the required deadline. Congressman Thomas Massie is reportedly leading this bipartisan effort, which would begin with a push to hold Bondi in contempt of Congress, potentially resulting in daily fines. The impetus for this action stems from the DOJ’s failure to adhere to the Epstein Files Transparency Act, a bipartisan bill passed in November. The DOJ has stated they will release more files while Bondi affirms her commitment to prosecuting those involved.
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House Speaker Mike Johnson addressed AmericaFest attendees, emphasizing the importance of supporting President Trump’s agenda and warning of potential consequences if Democrats gain control of Congress in 2026. Johnson predicted that Democrats would seek to impeach Trump and create chaos, advocating for Republicans to maintain their majorities. He also alluded to legislation to honor Charlie Kirk and encouraged unity within the Republican Party, while Vice President JD Vance echoed the need for teamwork.
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