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This is the moment that Donald Trump unleashed anarchy

ANALYSIS: Trump’s invasion of Venezuela and capture of its president mark the end of the West as we know it, warns world affairs editor Sam Kiley

The Independent UK

Trump discusses Venezuela with advisers as Hegseth distances himself from second strike on suspected drug boat –as it happened

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The Guardian - US

Who are the key players in peace talks between Washington, Ukraine and Russia?

The historic discussions come after weeks of stalled talks as European leaders call for urgent action

The Independent UK

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US-India Sign 10-Year Defense Pact For Regional Stability: 'Ties Have Never Been Stronger'

India and the U.S have entered into a 10-year framework agreement to bolster defense cooperation, following a meeting between Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh in Kuala Lumpur.

Benzinga

‘He is Trump First’: Donald Trump just sold America because Qatar gifted him a $5.5 billion golf resort

Donald Trump once called the nation of Qatar a historical “funder of terrorism.” Now, he’s letting the same nation’s military inside the United States to build a Qatari Emiri Air Force Facility.

The Mary Sue

US urges Australia to increase defence spending to 3.5% of GDP

PM Albanese says government already increasing spending and decisions will be based on defence capability needs.

Al Jazeera

Chaos is Trump’s calling card. But reality is biting back

In his first 100 days, the president has taken a sledgehammer to institutions and the constitution. We can only guess what’s next

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White House inadvertently texted top-secret Yemen war plans to journalist

In extraordinary blunder top Trump cabinet members added Atlantic editor to chat discussing strikes on Houthis

The Guardian - US

Stephen A. Smith Challenges President Trump to Come on Show and Defend Stance on DEI

Stephen A. Smith’s offer comes after an article highlighting Jackie Robinson’s military service was briefly taken down by the Department of Defense.

Sports Illustrated

Trump fires Black joint chiefs chair Hegseth accused of promoting diversity

US secretary of defense had questioned whether history-making air force general CQ Brown Jr got job because of race

The Guardian - US

Seth Meyers responds to Trump: ‘I hope you get a TV soon that allows you to change the channel’

Meyers jibed at Donald Trump Wednesday joking: ‘I hope you get a TV soon that allows you to change the channel’

The Independent UK

Pete Hegseth's Confirmation Still In Doubt As Senate Panel Seeks Additional Information On Damning Allegations

The inquiries, conducted in early December, follow allegations of sexual assault and financial mismanagement, allegations Hegseth denies.

Latin Times

Pete Hegseth's Acceptance to West Point Is a Story

When bureaucrats mislead you, expose them.

Reason

Sen. Blumenthal Seeks Financial Records From Veterans Groups Run By Pete Hegseth After Mismanagement Allegations

The Democrat is calling on the Senate Armed Services Committee to demand two groups "preserve and produce" the records, including credit card transactions

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Sen.-Elect Slotkin Expresses Concern Over Trump's Cabinet Picks

Sen.-elect Elissa Slotkin expresses concerns about Trump's Cabinet picks prioritizing politics over intelligence community independence.

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Trump’s defense pick reportedly paid sexual assault accuser but denies claims

Peter Hegseth, pick for defense department, says encounter was consensual but woman was paid undisclosed sum

The Guardian - AU

Trump health secretary choice is ‘courting catastrophe’, says rights group – as it happened

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US election updates: Cabinet picks, Biden meeting and winning the House cap busy day for Trump

Donald Trump wasted no time in assembling his top team, with picks like Matt Gaetz and Tulsi Gabbard causing consternation among friends and foes alike

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Is Donald Trump a foreign policy dove? If only

Trump is surrounding himself with hawks so you can be assured that his will be a very hawkish administration

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