Kristi Noem has stepped down from her position as the special envoy to the Shield of the Americas coalition, as confirmed by a State Department spokesperson. Tommy Pigott indicated that her time in this role had come to an end.
The Maine Senate debate on Thursday featured a heated exchange between Republican Senator Susan Collins and Democratic challenger Troy Jackson, marked by an interruption from a protester. Collins discussed her past opposition to President Trump regarding Secretary of Defense nominee Pete Hegseth, but the moderator noted that her efforts did not change the vote's outcome.
Iraq's parliament has approved Prime Minister Ali al-Zaidi's cabinet, which includes 11 ministers and three deputy prime ministers. The government faces significant economic challenges, including a liquidity crisis and a public debt exceeding 208 trillion Iraqi dinars. Al-Zaidi has committed to addressing these issues while also vowing to combat corruption and strengthen Iraq's sovereignty.
Katie Zacharia, the White House press secretary, addressed concerns about her legal credentials after stating she is a lawyer despite failing the California bar exam. In an interview, she explained that her law degree and international legal experience qualified her for her role. The scrutiny intensified after she used the term 'lawyer,' prompting complaints from watchdog groups regarding her claims.
President Trump has blamed Senator John Cornyn and Karl Rove for potential difficulties faced by Ken Paxton in the Texas Senate race. Recent campaign finance reports revealed significant contributions from Elon Musk to support Paxton, while a poll shows Democrat James Talarico leading Paxton by a narrow margin. Talarico has raised substantial funds from small donors, contrasting with Paxton's fundraising efforts.
Gianni Infantino apologized to FIFA's ruling council for mistakes related to his investment plan for the World Cup but did not provide requested details on two major controversies. European delegates expressed disappointment over the lack of clarity regarding the $4.2 billion sell-off plan and the Folarin Balogun red-card case. UEFA is leading efforts to remove Infantino before the FIFA presidential election in March.
A shooting at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, resulted in the deaths of three children and one adult. A bystander intervened and shot the teen gunman shortly after police received reports of the incident. Two additional children were hospitalized, and local officials are expected to provide more information later.
Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams returned to full practice on Thursday after nearly a month but faced questions regarding his hamstring injury during a press conference. He refused to disclose the medical grade of the injury, which he described as 'pretty serious,' and criticized media reports about it. His status for the upcoming game against the Atlanta Falcons remains uncertain pending medical clearance.
Tanner McKee is expected to start as the Philadelphia Eagles' quarterback due to Jalen Hurts' blood clot injury. McKee, who has NFL experience and previously backed up Hurts, has not played this season but has a record of 597 passing yards and five touchdowns from previous games. His tenure as the starting quarterback will depend on the severity of Hurts' injury.
The Los Angeles Lakers are preparing for their preseason finale against the Denver Nuggets, aiming to improve in defensive rebounding and ball security. Coach JJ Redick is optimistic about player availability, with Ziaire Williams and Luka Doncic returning to practice. The team has struggled with the third-worst defensive rebounding rate and second-worst turnover rate in the preseason.
FBI Director Kash Patel has called for MS NOW to apologize after the network falsely reported that he had arrived in Russia. Patel clarified that he was in Virginia for a law enforcement event and criticized the network for its verification process. MS NOW later issued a correction regarding the report.
A shooting incident occurred at Silver Rail Elementary in Bend, Oregon, resulting in the death of the suspect. The status of the injured individuals is currently unknown.
Saudi Arabia has accused Houthi forces of committing war crimes following recent attacks. The United States has also warned of possible threats to airports in Saudi Arabia.
The Supreme Court is set to hear a case involving Izuchukwu Ozurumba, a Nigerian man who cooked for the Unknown Gunmen, a militant group. The case will determine if providing services to terrorist organizations can disqualify immigrants from asylum under U.S. law. The Fourth Circuit previously ruled that Ozurumba's cooking did not constitute material support, a decision the Trump administration is challenging.
The Supreme Court will review a case involving Izuchukwu Ozurumba, a Nigerian man who was deported after being forced to cook for a militant group. The Fourth Circuit previously ruled that his actions did not constitute 'material support' for terrorism, challenging the Trump administration's interpretation of immigration laws regarding asylum seekers. The outcome may influence future asylum cases related to terrorism.
Prince Harry and Meghan participated in charity visits in Nottingham, marking their first joint public appearance since returning to the UK. The couple visited the Community Recording Studio, Himmah Hub, and Epic Partners, engaging with attendees and promoting their charitable efforts. King Charles III has reiterated that they remain non-working members of the royal family.
Senator Bernie Moreno has called for Republicans to cancel their Thanksgiving recess if they lose their majorities in the upcoming midterm elections. He proposes pushing through a significant reconciliation bill to address Republican priorities. Ongoing discussions are focused on the legislative agenda for the lame-duck session, which includes government funding and defense spending.
Katie Zacharia, the new White House press secretary, confirmed that she has never passed a bar exam and does not hold the title of attorney, despite identifying as a lawyer. In an interview, she discussed her rapid hiring process and the controversies surrounding her legal background, while also expressing her hopes for a portrayal on "Saturday Night Live." Legal experts have noted that she does not meet the criteria to represent herself as an attorney under California law.
Ken Paxton was reported to have celebrated New Year’s Eve 2024 in Dubai with two men who are facing federal charges. One of the men has contributed a significant amount to Paxton's political campaigns, but the nature of their relationship is not fully known.
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