North Korea says it is close to test launching an ICBM
Kim Jong Un announced North Korea is in the final stage of ICBM rocket test launch preparations amid ongoing sanctions since 2006. The Musudan IRBM remains unreliable while the United States and South Korea monitor any possible ICBM activity as Trump requests a briefing on Pyongyang's nuclear program.
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Trump signals Twitter use will continue after inauguration
Incoming White House press secretary Sean Spicer says Donald Trump will keep posting on Twitter Facebook and Instagram, reasoning that tweets yield results. Trump had pledged restraint after taking office but has shown limited signs of changing his social media behavior.
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McCain and Trump aide clash over Russia sanctions stance
Senator John McCain urged stronger Moscow sanctions during a Baltic regional tour, while incoming White House aide Sean Spicer questioned the magnitude of Obama sanctions and Russian culpability. U.S. intelligence ties Russia to Democratic hacks. Moscow denies.
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China studies hard line options over Taiwan after Trump call
Beijing sees Trump Taiwan contact as challenge to one China policy and weighs war games near Taiwan or sweeping economic measures to curb the island. PLA leaders discuss actions, with officials saying the law allows force if Taiwan secedes, while Taiwan vows readiness and best defense. The United States stance remains focused on defense supplies but unsure about troop involvement.
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South Carolina lawmaker charged after domestic violence incident
South Carolina Rep. Chris Corley faces first degree domestic violence and pointing a firearm charges after an incident in Aiken County. A 911 call captured children screaming as he allegedly attacked his wife and threatened suicide, then retrieved a handgun before fleeing.
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