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Trump-era whiplash: Ron Paul cheers weed rescheduling as judge orders CFPB funding, CIA strike hits Venezuela; Russia cries drones near Putin, Ukraine cries “fake”; dog treats recalled for salmonella, Patton growls, El Akkad skewers hindsight, Hall of Fame finalists named, Bromley mourns councillor Keith Onslow

Ron Paul cheers Trump’s marijuana rescheduling, while reminding everyone the feds still love handcuffs

Ron Paul praised President Trump for signing an executive order shifting marijuana from Schedule I to Schedule III under the Controlled Substances Act, calling it a real step toward liberty. He said it could expand medical research and ease punitive tax treatment for state-legal cannabis businesses, while stressing it does not end federal criminalization. Paul argued the Constitution gives the federal government no authority to ban drugs, and urged full repeal of federal drug prohibition, citing civil-liberties abuses fueled by the drug war.

Dog treats recalled in seven states over possible salmonella risk

Dog treats sold across seven states are being recalled due to potential salmonella contamination. The recall covers two products made by the same Iowa-based company.

Military Quote of the Day, Patton’s blunt reminder that war is not a group therapy session

A featured quote from Army General George S. Patton says war’s purpose is not self-sacrifice, it is defeating the enemy. The accompanying notes describe Patton as a commander obsessed with speed, shock, and decisive victory, charismatic and effective, but also controversial and difficult to manage in public.

Russia claims a massive drone attack near Putin’s residence, Ukraine calls it disinformation

Russia alleged Ukraine launched a large drone attack targeting one of President Vladimir Putin’s official residences near Valdai in the Novgorod region. Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said 91 drones were intercepted, with no damage or casualties, but Russia has offered no public evidence and there are no independent reports confirming the claim. Ukraine rejected the allegation as disinformation, as U.S.-backed peace talks continue, Moscow warned it could harden its negotiating stance and threatened retaliation, Ukrainian officials accused Russia of trying to derail diplomacy, and Dmitry Medvedev escalated rhetoric with personal attacks on President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. President Donald Trump said Putin told him about the alleged incident, while conceding it was possible the strike did not happen.

Omar El Akkad’s “One Day, Everyone Will Have Always Been Against This” examines the politics of hindsight

National Book Award winner Omar El Akkad’s work draws on his widely shared October 25, 2023 tweet posted three weeks into the bombardment of Gaza. The tweet warns that people often condemn atrocities only once it is safe and accountability is impossible, and it has been viewed more than 10 million times.

Pro Football Hall of Fame names 15 modern-era finalists, some big names still watching from the couch

The Pro Football Hall of Fame announced 15 modern-era finalists, including Drew Brees, Larry Fitzgerald, and Frank Gore. Hines Ward and Steve Smith were not among the finalists.

Judge says Trump administration must keep the CFPB funded, nice try though

A federal judge ruled the Trump administration must secure funding for the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau or risk violating a court order blocking the agency’s shutdown. U.S. District Judge Amy Berman Jackson rejected the government’s argument and said the CFPB must continue requesting the funds needed to keep operating.

Bromley mourns councillor Keith Onslow

Tributes have been paid to Bromley councillor Keith Onslow, described as “legendary,” who died following an illness. He served on Bromley Council for 11 years.

Report says CIA drone strike hit a Venezuelan port facility, Trump publicly mentions the operation

The CIA reportedly carried out a drone strike on a Venezuelan port facility last week, an operation President Trump disclosed in a Dec. 26 radio interview. If confirmed, it would be the first publicly known U.S. strike on land inside Venezuela as Washington increases pressure on President Nicolás Maduro. The strike reportedly hit a remote dock.

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