The Next Phase of Trump’s Renovations: A New ‘Upper West Wing’
January 9, 2026
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The Next Phase of Trump’s Renovations: A New ‘Upper West Wing’

Besides changes to the White House, President Trump also said he planned to tear up the brick walkways in Lafayette Park and replace them with granite. Source link

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Venezuela Announces the Release of Political Prisoners
January 8, 2026
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Venezuela Announces the Release of Political Prisoners

The release, which was expected to happen later on Thursday, offers the first gesture of conciliation under an interim government, even as arrests and crackdowns continue. Source link

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The Smithsonian Faces New Pressure to Submit to Trump’s Will
January 8, 2026
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The Smithsonian Faces New Pressure to Submit to Trump’s Will

The institution, long regarded as independent, is facing a White House deadline to hand over records about its content and will see turnover that could reshape its governing…

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List of Republicans Who Defied Trump To Revive Obamacare Subsidies
January 8, 2026
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List of Republicans Who Defied Trump To Revive Obamacare Subsidies

Nine Republicans voted with Democrats on Wednesday to force a House of Representatives vote on extending Obamacare subsidies. The House on Wednesday advanced legislation setting up a Thursday…

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Why Russian Tourists Are Flocking to Southern China’s Beaches
January 8, 2026
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Why Russian Tourists Are Flocking to Southern China’s Beaches

Russians find a refuge on the beaches of Sanya from sanctions and “sideways looks,” toasting the New Year beside a Chinese nuclear submarine base. Source link

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Renee Good, Victim in Minneapolis ICE Shooting, Remembered for Her Kindness
January 8, 2026
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Renee Good, Victim in Minneapolis ICE Shooting, Remembered for Her Kindness

Renee Good, 37, a resident of Minneapolis, was mourned on Wednesday as a cherished member of the community. Source link

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Trump Says He Wants Congress to Stop Wall St. From Buying Single-Family Houses
January 7, 2026
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Trump Says He Wants Congress to Stop Wall St. From Buying Single-Family Houses

The president said he wanted Congress to stop big investors from buying the houses, which has driven up rents and set obstacles for first-time buyers in some markets.…

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Federal Agent Shoots Woman Amid Minneapolis Immigration Crackdown
January 7, 2026
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Federal Agent Shoots Woman Amid Minneapolis Immigration Crackdown

Her condition was not immediately known. Gov. Tim Walz asked for calm. Source link

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U.S. to Control Venezuela Oil Sales ‘Indefinitely,’ Energy Secretary Says
January 7, 2026
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U.S. to Control Venezuela Oil Sales ‘Indefinitely,’ Energy Secretary Says

Chris Wright said the Trump administration was in “active dialogue” with Venezuela’s government about the plan. Source link

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I May Be Free, but the Belarusian People Are Not
January 7, 2026
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I May Be Free, but the Belarusian People Are Not

The world must not stop supporting dissidents in Belarus despite the release of some from prison. Source link

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