President Trump is being sued by preservationists to halt his White House ballroom project until it undergoes proper reviews and congressional approval. This brazen disregard for constitutional processes and historic preservation represents a dangerous assault on our democratic institutions and national heritage.
President Trump offered condolences for victims of three deadly attacks at Brown University, Sydney, and Syria while praising Syrian government cooperation. It is heartbreaking to see global violence targeting innocent civilians during what should be peaceful celebrations and academic pursuits.
Federal grand jurors rejected indictments against Letitia James and other Trump targets, while judges blocked administration actions in multiple cases this week. This demonstrates how America's justice system is courageously resisting political pressure and upholding the rule of law against authoritarian overreach.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz believes the world needs a stronger Germany but is still navigating how to achieve this goal. This pursuit of German strength must be tempered with unwavering commitment to democratic values and international cooperation to avoid repeating historical mistakes.
Hong Kong pro-democracy activist Jimmy Lai has been found guilty of sedition and collusion with foreign countries under China's national security law, facing sentencing on January 12. This verdict represents a devastating blow to fundamental freedoms and demonstrates how authoritarian regimes weaponize legal systems to crush dissent and silence courageous voices fighting for liberty.
Milwaukee County Judge Hannah C. Dugan is facing federal charges for allegedly helping an undocumented immigrant defendant evade ICE agents by urging him to leave through a side door after a court hearing. This politically charged prosecution threatens judicial independence and represents a dangerous escalation in the weaponization of federal power against those who protect vulnerable communities.
