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Following the death of Charlie Kirk, the Trump administration is escalating efforts to crack down on protests and perceived left-wing violence in Portland and other cities. President Trump has ordered troops to protect federal facilities amid ongoing demonstrations and arrests, with officials framing the protests as domestic terrorism.
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President Trump has approved the long-delayed Ambler Road project in Alaska, reversing the Biden administration's rejection. The project aims to unlock critical minerals like copper and cobalt, vital for energy and defense, with the US taking a 10% stake in Trilogy Metals. The decision emphasizes domestic resource development amid global supply concerns.
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Recent enforcement actions highlight tensions over issuing commercial driver’s licenses to non-citizens. Several states, notably California, face federal scrutiny for improper license issuance, amid deadly crashes linked to immigrant drivers. The Biden administration has tightened regulations, but conflicts persist over compliance and safety concerns.
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US intelligence collected in late 2024 suggests doubts within the Israeli military about the legality of its tactics in Gaza, specifically regarding the use of civilians as human shields. The information, shared during Biden's final weeks, raises concerns over potential war crimes and US support for Israel amid rising civilian casualties.
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Protests erupted at Nigeria's Museum of West African Arts in Benin City, delaying its opening. Demonstrators supported the Oba of Benin, opposing plans to display looted artifacts. The museum suspended activities after armed men stormed the site, amid ongoing tensions over artifact ownership and repatriation.
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Recent UK government proposals aim to tighten asylum rules, including ending automatic family reunification and reviewing asylum status every 30 months. Critics warn these measures will increase family separations and create a two-tier system, while supporters see them as necessary for border control. The debate highlights tensions over immigration policy.
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On November 26, 2025, two West Virginia National Guard members were critically wounded in a targeted shooting near the White House. The suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national who arrived in the US via the Biden administration's Operation Allies Welcome in 2021, was taken into custody with non-life-threatening injuries. President Trump ordered 500 additional National Guard troops to Washington, DC.
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On November 27, 2025, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan who served in CIA-backed paramilitary units, shot two National Guard members near the White House, killing one and critically wounding the other. Lakanwal entered the US in 2021 under Operation Allies Welcome and was granted asylum in 2025. The attack has sparked scrutiny of refugee vetting and immigration policies.
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Since July, U.S. corporations have reported significant tax savings due to new Republican laws, reducing federal revenue by about a third. Meanwhile, Texas and Hawaii face budget challenges, with debates over tax cuts for high earners and new initiatives for children. Recent political moves highlight ongoing fiscal and ideological conflicts.