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💡 Trump Unveils Bold New Proposals
President-elect Donald Trump announced several ambitious ideas during his AmericaFest speech, including plans to withdraw from the World Health Organization on Day One, reclaim control of the Panama Canal due to rising fees, and revert the name of Alaska’s Mount Denali back to Mount McKinley, undoing a change made by Barack Obama.

⚖️ Biden Commutes Federal Death Row Sentences
President Biden commuted the sentences of 37 federal death row inmates to life without parole, excluding high-profile cases like the Charleston church shooter and the Boston Marathon bomber. The move solidifies Biden’s moratorium on federal executions, aiming to block the Trump administration from resuming capital punishment.

✅ Congress Avoids Shutdown with Emergency Funding Bill
In a last-minute move, Congress passed and President Biden signed a bill funding the government through mid-March. The law includes a one-year extension of the farm bill, $100 billion in disaster relief, and $30 billion for farmers. Despite President-elect Trump’s push, the 118-page bill avoided changes to the debt ceiling.

🇩🇪 Saudi Arabia Warned Germany About Terror Suspect
Saudi officials claim they alerted Germany about the extremist views of a suspect who allegedly drove into a crowded Christmas market in Magdeburg. The warnings, reportedly ignored, included accusations of human trafficking and ties to Saudi exile networks. German authorities are now investigating the suspect's history.

🌎 BRIEF STORIES

Some Quick Stories

📈 Trump's team told European officials he expects NATO countries to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP after his inauguration, per the Financial Times.

✈️ The US Navy shot down one of its own fighter jets over the Red Sea during operations targeting the Houthi militant group in Yemen. Both pilots landed safely.

💰 The US announced plans to remove a $10M bounty for Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, leader of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), the Islamist group that led Bashar al-Assad's overthrow.

🇺🇸 TRENDING IN AMERICA

House Ethics Report Accuses Matt Gaetz of Illicit Drug Use, Paying for Sex with 17-Year-Old

The House Ethics Committee has released the findings of its years-long investigation into former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-FL), alleging "substantial evidence" of misconduct, including statutory rape, solicitation of prostitutes, and illegal drug use. Gaetz, who has denied these accusations, resigned from Congress before the report's release.

🔎 Key Findings:

• Alleged Misconduct:
  The report claims that Gaetz violated House rules, state and federal laws, and other ethical standards by engaging in:

  • Statutory rape and prostitution.

  • Illicit drug use, including cocaine, ecstasy, and marijuana.

  • Acceptance of impermissible gifts, such as transportation and lodging during a 2018 Bahamas trip.

  • Obstructing the Ethics Committee’s investigation.

• "Victim A" Testimony:
  The report includes disturbing allegations from a now 24-year-old woman who testified that Gaetz had sexual encounters with her when she was 17. She claimed:

  • Gaetz provided her with $400, which she interpreted as payment for sex.

  • The encounter occurred at a Florida party, where drugs, including ecstasy and cocaine, were reportedly used.

• Improper Use of Office:
  The report alleges that Gaetz arranged for his chief of staff to assist a woman he was involved with sexually in obtaining a passport, falsely claiming she was a constituent.

💬 Gaetz’s Response:
In a statement released prior to the report’s publication, Gaetz acknowledged his past behavior, admitting to excessive partying, drinking, and smoking, but denied criminal wrongdoing. “In my single days, I often sent funds to women I dated – even some I never dated but who asked,” he said, adding that he has since changed his lifestyle.

⚖️ Notable Omissions:
The Ethics Committee did not find sufficient evidence to prove Gaetz violated federal sex trafficking laws, mirroring the Justice Department’s earlier conclusions.

📜 Controversial Release:
Gaetz's resignation initially delayed the report, but the Ethics Committee opted to release it in the public interest. Rep. Michael Guest (R-MS) criticized this decision, calling it a break from tradition and a potential “weaponization” of the process.

🔮 Future Prospects:
Despite the accusations, Gaetz remains a prominent figure in Republican circles:

• He has been floated as a potential gubernatorial candidate for Florida in 2026.

• There is speculation about a future role in a Trump administration or a challenge to Sen. Marco Rubio (R-FL) for his Senate seat.

💬 Discussion:
Do you believe the Ethics Committee's decision to release this report was justified? Should Gaetz’s past allegations impact his potential political future? Reply to this email with your thoughts!

🏛️ WASHINGTON D.C

President Trump Team Plans to Exit W.H.O. on Day One

President-elect Donald Trump reportedly plans to withdraw the United States from the World Health Organization (W.H.O.) immediately upon taking office, according to a report by the Financial Times on Sunday. This decisive move would finalize Trump’s earlier efforts to sever ties with the Geneva-based global health body, citing its alleged favoritism toward China and inefficiencies.

🔎 Key Details:

• Funding Impact:
  The U.S. is the W.H.O.’s largest donor, contributing approximately 16% of its $6.83 billion budget in 2024. A withdrawal would strip the organization of its most significant source of funding.

• Historical Context:

  • In 2020, Trump initiated the process to withdraw from the W.H.O., accusing it of being under China’s influence during the COVID-19 pandemic.

  • The process was halted when President Joe Biden restored ties with the organization on his first day in office in 2021.

• Symbolic Timing:
  Trump’s transition team reportedly aims to announce the withdrawal on inauguration day, January 20, 2025, highlighting a stark contrast to Biden’s previous policy reversal.

💬 Expert Commentary:
Ashish Jha, Biden’s former coronavirus response coordinator, noted the importance of this symbolic move, stating:

🌍 Conservative Criticism of W.H.O.:

• Transparency Issues:
  Trump has consistently criticized the W.H.O. for its handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, accusing it of a lack of transparency regarding the virus's origins and spread.

• Alleged China Bias:
  Trump called the organization “China-centric,” highlighting concerns over its alignment with Beijing's global ambitions.

🛑 Team’s Perspective:
While Trump’s transition team has not officially commented on the report, an insider suggested:

What’s Next?

If implemented, the U.S. withdrawal would have profound implications for global health initiatives, given the country’s pivotal financial and strategic role in the organization.

💬 Discussion:
Do you support Trump’s plan to leave the W.H.O.? Should the U.S. focus on alternative global health initiatives instead? Reply to this email with your thoughts!