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Netanyahu gifts Trump golden pager, referencing suspected Mossad operation that exploded Hezbollah devices. AP Images

Netanyahu gives Trump a golden pager, reminiscent of covert Israeli operation

The Trump administration sued the state of Illinois, the city of Chicago and local officials over laws creating a so-called "sanctuary city.” Getty Images

DOJ sues Chicago for ‘thwarting’ federal law with ‘sanctuary city’ policies

Florida's surgeon general has recommended communities rid their drinking water supplies of fluoride, now some are taking action. Getty Images

Florida’s fight against fluoride in water taking hold in communities

Trump continued to push forward with his proposal of a U.S. takeover of Gaza once the Israeli war with Hamas is over. Getty Images

Trump reiterates Gaza takeover plan, says Israel will hand territory to US

Saikat Chakrabarti said the Democratic {arty needs new leadership and that Pelosi should not be elected to a 21st term.  Getty Images

Former AOC staffer to primary Pelosi as yearslong feud continues

The United Nations announced Tuesday the U.S. has frozen $13.3 million in funding for international security force in Haiti. Getty Images

US freezes $13.3M in funds for international police force in Haiti

The FCC and CBS have released transcripts of the "60 Minutes" interview with then-Vice President Kamala Harris, during the 2024 campaign. Getty Images

Transcripts show ’60 Minutes’ edited Kamala Harris’ remarks during interview

Argentina withdraws from the World Health Organization (WHO) over profound differences in health management. Getty Images

Argentina says it’s withdrawing from the WHO, blames COVID-19 response

President Donald Trump signed an executive order banning transgender athletes from women and girls' sports. AP Images

Trump bans transgender athletes from women’s sports

President Donald Trump announced the dismissal of the Boards of Visitors for the U.S. Army, Air Force, Navy and Coast Guard. Getty Images

West Point bans affinity clubs for cadets from non-white, marginalized groups

U.S. Department of Education staffers were urged not to accept Trump's buyout offer over concerns about legal implications. Getty Images

Department of Education staffers told not to accept Trump’s resignation: Reports

U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi paused federal funding for sanctuary cities pending a review of legal compliance. Getty Images

Attorney General Bondi orders pause in federal funding for sanctuary cities

A new Washington Post report finds that China may be more inclined to simply run out the clock and let its app go dark for good in the U.S. Getty Images

TikTok may let app go dark instead of selling to an American buyer: Report

Several of President Donald Trump's top allies are putting qualifiers on his statement calling for "long-term" U.S. ownership of Gaza. Reuters

Trump allies, staffers walk back his call for US ‘long-term ownership’ of Gaza

As ICE continues its deportation efforts, individuals across three states have been arrested for impersonating agents. Getty Images

Fake ICE agents arrested in several states amid deportation push

Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday, Feb. 5, that bans trans athletes born as biological males from participating in women’s sports. Getty Images

President Trump bans trans athletes from women’s sports, locker rooms

The CIA offered buyouts to its entire staff Tuesday, allowing employees to resign and receive pay and benefits for about eight months. Getty Images

CIA offers buyouts to entire staff despite recruitment struggles

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine orders state employees back to office full-time Getty Images

Ohio Gov. DeWine echoes Trump, orders state workers return to office

Democrats on the House Judiciary Committee are asking DHS and ICE about American citizens who were reportedly detained during ICE operations. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement

American citizens reportedly detained in ICE raids, Democrats want answers

The White House said it's cancelling payments to Politico, which has received more than $9.5 million over the past year and a half. Getty Images

DOGE cancels millions in government payments to left-leaning media outlet

Scottish cat owners can rest after officials confirmed there will be no ban on cats. Speculation grew after a report said cats harm wildlife. Getty Images

Will Scotland ban cats? No, but ‘cat containment’ measures could still happen

Some hospitals across the country are suspending transgender care for minors after President Trump signed an executive order banning it. Getty Images

Hospitals suspend gender transition surgeries for minors after Trump order

China is reportedly preparing a probe into Apple's app store practices as the latest round of tariffs went into effect this week.

Apple entangled in the US-China trade war as China strikes back

Mexican officials announced on Tuesday, Feb. 4, the country's government requested the U.S. not send Mexican migrants to Guantanamo Bay. Reuters

Mexico vows to keep its nationals from being sent to Guantánamo Bay