US Population Projections Drop Due to Lower Birth Rates, Less Immigration

In the aftermath of the Palisades fire, Los Angeles Department of Water and Power employees have reported two alarming incidents to police: a threat made to a worker on Mulholland Drive and a man with a rifle at the DWP headquarters, which turned out to be a false alarm. The DWP, serving 4.1 million residents, has faced criticism over water pressure issues during the wildfire, including empty reservoirs, as they work tirelessly to support the...

George Bush, Gerald Ford, and Donald Trump reflected on their presidential defeats, with Bush warning against being the world's policeman, Ford hoping for a political comeback, and Trump vowing a return. Presidents like George Washington and Lyndon B. Johnson have used their farewell speeches to urge national unity and highlight their legacies, with Johnson emphasizing the importance of fulfilling his legislative promises. Ford, the only unelected president, teased a potential future run for office in...

CNN's Jim Acosta and Brian Stelter express concern over ABC's settlement with Donald Trump, discussing a potential chilling effect on journalism. During a defamation trial against CNN, reporter Katie Bo Lillis faced tough questions about her pursuit of U.S. Navy veteran Zachary Young in a report implying illegal actions. Lillis defended her actions, emphasizing the importance of investigating Young's activities in a tragic situation in Afghanistan. Full Article

Republican Senator Marco Rubio from Florida, nominated by Donald J. Trump for secretary of state, received bipartisan support at his confirmation hearing due to his extensive experience on foreign relations and intelligence committees. Senators emphasized the importance of addressing challenges posed by China, Russia, North Korea, and Iran. Rubio defended Israel, supported U.S. alliances like NATO, and faced criticism from some Trump supporters for his interventionist foreign policy views. Full Article

House Speaker Mike Johnson removed GOP chairman Rep. Mike Turner from the House Intelligence Committee due to his support for Ukraine and views conflicting with President-elect Donald Trump. Johnson cited the need for a "fresh start" within the committee and announced plans to appoint a new chair soon. Turner, praised for restoring integrity to the committee, faced disagreements with Trump over foreign policy and debunked claims. The decision was met with criticism from top Democrat...

Drake Maye, the rookie quarterback for the New England Patriots, recently proposed to his longtime girlfriend, Ann Michael Hudson, sharing the news on social media with photos of the romantic beach proposal. The couple, who have been together for 9 years and attended the University of North Carolina together, are now engaged. Maye was drafted by the Patriots in the 2024 NFL draft, and the team congratulated the couple on their engagement. Full Article