Family Members of Some Justices Filled the Court for the Momentous Decision

Republicans are warned of the impending "fiscal cliff" as key provisions of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act expire next year, amidst a growing national debt. Liberals suggest President Trump prioritize economic and immigration policies for a successful second term. Concerns are raised about the pitfalls of government-run healthcare systems, citing delays and denials of needed medical care. In the Middle East, Assad's fall creates a power vacuum with regional and global powers vying for...

A 22-year-old Michigan man, Mack Davis, admitted to planning mass shootings at a political party's headquarters and a nearby bar associated with gay people in Owosso, facing a maximum sentence of life in prison for committing a hate crime. Davis amassed an arsenal of weapons and expressed hatred towards the LGBTQI+ community on social media, ultimately arrested after shooting at neighbors' properties. Although his attorney described him as vulnerable, officials praised law enforcement for disrupting...

In Aurora, Colorado, police have arrested 19 suspected gang members, including Venezuelan nationals, in connection with a brutal home invasion and kidnapping. The incident, believed to be linked to the violent international criminal group Tren de Aragua, left two victims beaten, bound, and taken to another apartment complex. Authorities are continuing to investigate the situation with federal assistance as the city grapples with the escalating migrant crisis and gang-related violence. Full Article

FBI agents searched the home of Los Angeles deputy mayor Brian Williams as part of an investigation into a bomb threat against City Hall, with LAPD identifying him as the likely source. Williams, who has been placed on administrative leave, has been working in Mayor Karen Bass' office for nearly two years overseeing public safety issues. The FBI is continuing the investigation, while Williams could not be reached for comment. Full Article

A 93-year-old former Catholic priest, Lawrence Hecker, was sentenced to life in prison for raping a teenage boy decades ago after pleading guilty to charges including first-degree rape and aggravated kidnapping. The survivor described how Hecker had offered to teach him wrestling moves, leading to the assault in the mid-1970s. Hecker had a history of red flags and abuse allegations, with witnesses prepared to testify against him, and the New Orleans Archdiocese facing a wave...

Michigan GOP candidate Tudor Dixon discussed Sen. John Fetterman's openness to meeting with Trump's Cabinet picks, emphasizing the importance of an open mind and informed perspective in decision-making. Fetterman has met with Stefanik, Hegseth, and Gabbard, expressing support for Stefanik but remaining undecided on Hegseth and Gabbard. He also plans to support Rubio for secretary of state, showcasing bipartisan cooperation and thoughtful consideration in the confirmation process. Full Article