Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has come under intense scrutiny after defending an ICE officer who fatally shot a woman during a tense federal operation in south Minneapolis. The shooting occurred amid protests and a heavy federal law enforcement presence, just blocks from where George Floyd was killed in 2020. Noem labelled the incident an act of “domestic terrorism,” claiming the woman attempted to run over an ICE officer.
08 January,2026 01:46 PM IST
U.S. President Donald Trump addressed House Republicans during a closed-door retreat at the Kennedy Center, delivering remarks that quickly became a focal point online after short clips surfaced across social media. During the speech, Trump veered off script, acting out exaggerated weightlifting motions and joking about being criticized at home for behavior he said was “unpresidential.” Trump also used the appearance to ridicule foreign leaders and global negotiations, including comments about international drug pricing and remarks aimed at France’s leadership.
07 January,2026 05:01 PM IST
Is the Pentagon legally allowed to demote a retired U.S. Senator for a video statement? Senator Mark Kelly is fighting back after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth initiated steps that could reduce Kelly’s retired military rank and pension. The controversy centres on a video discussing whether service members may refuse unlawful orders — a principle long recognized in U.S. military law.
06 January,2026 05:04 PM IST
Eyewitness videos from Caracas show multiple explosions and dozens of low-flying military helicopters over Venezuela’s capital, raising fears that full-scale military operations may be underway. According to sources, at least six explosions as aircraft resembling U.S. Chinook and Apache helicopters were seen flying at unusually low altitude over key areas of the city.
03 January,2026 05:56 PM ISTADVERTISEMENT
