Trump Cabinet confirmation begins week at the Capitol
Senate Republicans push rapid floor action on President elect Trump nominees for Defense Interior and Veterans Affairs. Hearings feature Pete Hegseth as Defense nominee amid ethics scrutiny while Pam Bondi for Justice faces two days of Senate review.
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Ceasefire talks advance between Israeli Hamas envoys in Doha
Indirect negotiations hosted by Qatar and Egypt move toward a hostage exchange with Palestinian prisoners and aid access as Israel and Hamas remain split. Officials note factions within both sides complicate a full end to the war, with a far right minister opposing any deal and uncertainty over troop redeployments and aid delivery.
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FBI director defends embattled bureau amid political clashes
In a candid exit interview with The Atlanta Journal Constitution, Christopher Wray defends the FBI against Trump allies attacks and warns of a unique threat from China to U S critical infrastructure. He explains his early resignation to shield the bureau and its 38,000 employees from political chaos while outlining agency unity and ongoing counterterrorism, public safety, and investigation efforts.
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