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Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced he will not run for the U.S. Senate or governor in Michigan next year, opting to focus on supporting Democratic candidates while keeping his options open for a potential 2028 presidential run. His decision leaves both races wide open, with potential candidates like State Sen. Mallory McMorrow and Rep. Haley Stevens considering runs for Senate, while Attorney General Dana Nessel has not ruled out entering the race. The Michigan...

Palantir Technologies (PLTR) is hosting its sixth annual AIPCon to showcase its AI platform, with expectations surrounding the new partnership with eVTOL developer Archer Aviation (ACHR). Archer Aviation CEO Adam Goldstein discusses the strategic partnership with Anduril Industries in a Yahoo Finance interview from December 2024. For more expert insights and analysis on market action, viewers can watch Morning Brief for further details. Full Article

As the deadline for a government shutdown approaches, Senate Republicans face challenges in passing a spending bill due to opposition from Sen. Rand Paul. Republicans need Democratic support to break a filibuster and avoid a shutdown labeled the 'Schumer Shutdown'. Democrats are torn between supporting the GOP plan and fighting back against President Trump and Elon Musk, with the possibility of the battle extending into Friday night. Full Article

Former transportation secretary Pete Buttigieg is expected to announce that he will not run for Michigan's open Senate seat, potentially paving the way for a 2028 presidential bid. His decision to skip the 2026 Senate race allows for an easier transition to a future White House run, amid concerns of vulnerability to "carpetbagger" attacks due to his recent move to Michigan in 2022. As potential contenders for the Senate race emerge, Buttigieg's husband, Chasten Buttigieg,...

President Trump's trade war is escalating, with the European Union and Canada imposing retaliatory tariffs on U.S. exports. World leaders are benefiting domestically by opposing Trump's tactics, such as threatening tariffs and insulting allies. The "rally 'round the flag" effect is boosting approval ratings for leaders like Canada's Mark Carney and Mexico's Claudia Sheinbaum who stand up to Trump, while those who back down, like Colombia's Gustavo Petro, face consequences. Full Article

Quarterback Aaron Rodgers is set to be released by the New York Jets and is considering offers from teams like the Pittsburgh Steelers and New York Giants, with the former being seen as a frontrunner due to their playoff appearance last season. However, ESPN analyst Ryan Clark believes Rodgers joining the Steelers could lead to a "garbage season" due to potential conflicts with offensive coordinator Arthur Smith's play style and the personalities of the team's...