Bondi Nominated to Lead Justice Department After Gaetz Exit
President-elect Donald Trump said he will nominate former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi to head the Justice Department after Matt Gaetz withdrew amid a sex trafficking probe. Bondi is a longtime Trump ally and previously defended him during impeachment and campaigns. Gaetz cited unfair confirmation as a distraction to critical transition work.
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Police report details assault allegations against Hegseth
A California woman told police in 2017 that Pete Hegseth sexually assaulted her after he took her phone blocked a hotel room door and refused to let her leave. Hegseth denied wrongdoing saying the encounter was consensual. The case was referred to the Monterey County District Attorney for review and a 2023 confidential settlement was reported by his attorney.
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Ex-Brazil leader indicted over 2022 coup attempt
Federal police in Brazil indict former President Jair Bolsonaro and 36 others for allegedly trying to stage a coup after the 2022 election. Indictment delivered to the Supreme Court for referral to Prosecutor General Paulo Genet for possible charges. Bolsonaro calls the case a result of creativity and says he will fight it.
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Putin claims Russia tests new missile in Ukraine strike
Putin said Russia launched a new intermediate range ballistic missile at Ukraine in response to Kyiv using American and British missiles. He described it as Oreshnik and faster than sound and warned U S defenses would be powerless. Pentagon confirmed it as a new RS-26 based system. Ukraine hit Dnipro with strikes that prompted Moscow to vow a decisive response if Western actions escalate.
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California storm dumps record rain and snow
A Northern California storm toppled trees and dumped heavy snow and record rain, killing two in Washington and knocking out power for hundreds of thousands. Flood watch continues as flights are halted. utilities warn outages may last into Saturday.
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War Crimes Court Issues Warrant for Israel PM Netanyahu
The International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, accusing them of crimes against humanity and starvation as a method of warfare in Gaza. Hamas’ military chief also named, while Israel denies the charges as Gaza death toll surpasses 44,000 with aid flows at near record lows.
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