Judge sets Jan 10 sentencing for Trump hush money case
Judge Juan Merchan scheduled Donald Trump’s sentencing for January 10 in the New York hush money case. He signaled a conditional discharge, meaning no jail, fine, or probation, while allowing virtual appearance and preserving room for appeals after sentencing.
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Johnson Wins Narrow Re-Election as House Speaker
In a tense Friday floor vote, Republican Mike Johnson narrowly secured re-election as House speaker on the first ballot, 218 to 215, after persuading two hard-right holdouts amid GOP turmoil. Trump urged unity as Johnson pledged deep spending cuts and a tougher stance on immigration.
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Thune Opens Senate With Pledge to Preserve Filibuster
Senate Minority Leader John Thune vows to keep the filibuster as a core Senate tool while guiding Republicans in the new session. He cites safeguarding the founders vision as central as Trump seeks to move a partisan agenda. The GOP plans to use budget reconciliation to push policy with a simple majority.
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Biden blocks $15 billion Nippon Steel buy of U S Steel
President Biden blocked Nippon Steel of Japan from purchasing Pittsburgh based U S Steel in a nearly $15 billion deal. The action sparked political dispute, with Nippon Steel vowing litigation and U S Steel calling the move a due process violation. CFIUS had not reached consensus on national security concerns.
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