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December 15, 2025

SOUTHCOM commander abruptly retires amid escalating scrutiny of Caribbean strikes

SOUTHCOM commander Adm. Alvin Holsey retires after less than a year leading the combatant command, amid growing scrutiny over controversial drug boat strikes in Caribbean waters.

December 15, 2025

US officials tout progress in talks to reach 'lasting and durable peace' between Ukraine, Russia

President Donald Trump has directed U.S. officials to help to facilitate a “lasting and durable peace" between Ukraine and Russia, with a "very, very strong" package being presented.

December 15, 2025

Trump admin launches ‘MerryChristmas.gov’ to roll out 12 days of federal gifts as Christmas comeback ramps up

Trump administration creates MerryChristmas.gov website fulfilling campaign promise to bring back Christmas while highlighting federal government achievements and design.

December 15, 2025

Biden officials go silent when asked about Afghan refugee program after guardsmen shooting

Former Biden officials including Gen. Mark Milley and Antony Blinken do not respond to questions about Afghanistan refugee vetting after Washington attack.

December 15, 2025

Massive Medicaid fraud scheme puts Minnesota’s federal funding at risk — and fallout could widen

Minnesota faces potential federal Medicaid funding cuts over alleged fraud schemes, amid multiple ongoing investigations into the matter.

December 15, 2025

California is broke, but it’s not too late for the rest of us

California faces an $18 billion deficit by 2026-27 as Democrat Gov. Newsom's spending policies create a structural budget crisis worse than projected.

December 14, 2025

Energy secretary defends US seizure of oil tanker in Caribbean as ‘enforcing the law’

Energy Secretary Chris Wright discusses the seizure of an oil tanker in the Caribbean, bringing energy costs down and more on ‘ӣÌÒÊÓƵ Sunday.’

December 13, 2025

Hits and Misses

The week’s best and worst from Jason Riley, Allysia Finley and Kim Strassel.

December 13, 2025

Trump Cabinet wives reveal rare glimpse into president’s ‘one big team’ approach

Trump Cabinet wives reveal behind-the-scenes insights about administration life, describing fast decisions and team bonds in candid interview.

December 13, 2025

Trump honors US men's hockey team’s HISTORIC ‘Miracle on Ice’ victory

Former players of the 1980 U.S. men's hockey team received a special honor at the White House for their iconic victory over the Soviet Union.