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Trump-linked GOPs feud over ICE tactics ahead of shutdown as Miller/Noem double down, markets get compared, Carlson lets a falsehood slide—while snow snarls Philly roads, UK borrowing costs dip, and Azerbaijan plots water independence for 2026

GOP Representative Says He Has an Open Line of Communication With Trump

Rep. David Valadao (R-CA) says he maintains an “open line of communication” with President Trump even after voting to impeach him in January 2021. Valadao said his focus is representing his district and suggested Trump may not closely track individual members of Congress.

Republicans Split Over ICE Enforcement Tactics as a Shutdown Approaches

Senate Republicans are divided over how aggressively Immigration and Customs Enforcement should operate, and the disagreement is raising the risk of a partial government shutdown. The dispute has intensified after a second fatal shooting in Minneapolis involving a protester.

Stephen Miller and Kristi Noem Hold Firm on Trump’s Immigration Approach

Stephen Miller and Kristi Noem Dig In as Republican support for President Trump’s immigration tactics shows signs of fracturing and Trump himself begins to hedge. The two officials have strongly criticized protesters and defended immigration enforcement actions, and they quickly characterized protesters killed in two recent shootings as wrongdoers, including Noem describing Renee Good—killed by an ICE official on Jan. 7—as a “domestic terrorist” despite ongoing disputes over the circumstances.

The Stock Market Rose Under Trump, but Lagged Other Presidents’ First Years

The stock market in President Donald Trump’s first year back in office posted the weakest first-year performance for a new term since 2005. From his inauguration day to January 20, 2026, the S&P 500 gained 13.3%, a solid increase but the poorest first-year start to a presidency in two decades.

Snow-covered steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art attract early visitors

Philadelphia was still digging out after a snowstorm, with conditions gradually improving but slick spots remaining and drivers urged to be cautious. Despite the hazards, some residents used the snow day to visit the snow-covered steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

Tucker Carlson Lets an Unchallenged False Claim Go in an Interview

In a recent interview, Tucker Carlson did not push back when Florida gubernatorial candidate James Fishback claimed that Florida law allows public-university students to be disciplined or expelled for criticizing Israel. The claim is presented as not just debatable but legally and factually wrong, highlighting Carlson’s decision to let a major constitutional assertion pass without scrutiny.

UK borrowing costs fall after Labour blocks Andy Burnham from contesting by-election

UK government borrowing costs eased after Labour’s National Executive Committee voted 8–1 to bar Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham from standing in the Gorton and Denton by-election, reducing market concerns about renewed leadership uncertainty. The 10-year gilt yield fell to about 4.47% from Friday’s 4.51% peak, after yields had risen on speculation Burnham’s candidacy could position him for a future challenge to Keir Starmer and signal looser fiscal policy. Analysts said Monday’s move reflected a partial unwinding of a political risk premium, though investors remain sensitive to further Labour leadership developments ahead of May’s local elections.

Azerbaijan plans to reduce reliance on neighboring countries for water security in 2026

How Azerbaijan plans to shake its dependence on neighbouring countries for water security in 2026: Azerbaijan is preparing to overhaul its national water management system, rolling out an integrated, digital, and climate-adaptive framework aimed at strengthening water security and reducing reliance on water from neighboring states.

Cleanup Continues After Snowfall as Refreezing Causes Slick Roads

Morning after steady snowfall across the Delaware Valley, crews in Philadelphia are plowing, salting, and hauling snow while residents dig out cars and try to get moving. With temperatures staying cold, refreezing is creating slippery conditions and keeping travel hazardous.

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