🗞️ TODAY’S HEADLINES
Everything you need to know
🗳 PA Supreme Court ruled that some mail-in ballots cannot be counted. In a 4-3 decision, the court ordered counties like Philadelphia and Bucks to stop counting undated or misdated ballots. This ruling is a major Republican win after 12 lawsuits secured David McCormick’s narrow Senate victory over Democrat Bob Casey.
⚖️ DOJ officials brace for investigations under Trump’s administration. Senior officials at the Justice Department and FBI are seeking legal counsel as Trump signals plans for probes into those he believes targeted him. Concerns are growing over lengthy legal battles, potential pension losses, and intensified congressional investigations.
🚨 Trump confirmed plans to deploy the military for mass deportations. President-elect Donald Trump announced his intent to declare a national emergency to mobilize the military for mass deportations. Opponents in Democrat-led states are preparing legal challenges, but Trump’s legal team is crafting executive orders to withstand court scrutiny.
🚀 Hezbollah rocket attacks kill one and injure dozens in northern Israel. Hezbollah launched over 100 rockets, killing one woman and injuring 17 others in the north of Israel, with a missile striking near Tel Aviv. The Israel Defense Forces intercepted many rockets but reported significant damage, including a fatal hit on a residential building.
🗳️ TODAY’S QUESTION
🏛️ WASHINGTON D.C
Trump’s Bold Appointments: Gaetz as Attorney General, Musk & Ramaswamy to Lead Efficiency Efforts
Attorney General Nomination:
President-elect Donald Trump has nominated Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz as Attorney General. GOP leaders, including Sen. Ron Johnson, support the pick, highlighting Trump’s commitment to dramatic reform in Washington. Gaetz called the nomination an "honor" and is leaving Congress to allow Governor Ron DeSantis to fill his vacancy promptly.Government Efficiency Overhaul:
Trump tapped Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to head the newly established Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). The initiative seeks to eliminate waste, streamline operations, and modernize federal agencies. Trump likened the effort to a “modern Manhattan Project,” aiming for transformative impact.Secretary of Defense Nomination:
Fox News host and veteran Pete Hegseth was named as Trump’s choice for Secretary of Defense. Hegseth is expected to lead reforms in military policy and defense operations.
These strategic appointments reflect Trump’s vision of bold reforms and a streamlined federal government that emphasizes accountability and efficiency.
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