Pete Hegseth, Trump’s defense pick, to appear for confirmation hearing today
Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump’s embattled pick to lead the Defense Department, will face senators at his confirmation hearing on Tuesday morning.
Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, predicted that illegal immigration will begin to “plummet” immediately after President-elect Trump is inaugurated early next year. Cruz made the statement during a Sunday morning appearance on CBS’ “Face the Nation” with host Margaret Brennan. Cruz argued that the decrease will begin in the weeks after Trump takes office, citing Trump’s…
“Amidst the ashes, life finds a way,” Jasper National Park said.
Manu Bhaker made history by winning her second bronze medal at the Olympic Games, becoming the first Indian to earn two medals post-Independence. Partnering with Sarabjot Singh in the 10m air pistol mixed team event, Bhaker’s persistence paid off despite the pressure. Coach Jaspal Rana played a crucial role in her success.
Congress aims to revive its weakened national presence through the Delhi elections despite poor past performances. After consecutive assembly defeats, the party hopes an AAP decline could enable a coalition government and improve its standing nationwide, especially post-2024 national elections.
England’s Test captain Ben Stokes avoided commenting on the absence of Pakistan’s key players in the upcoming Tests. Stokes, recovering from a hamstring injury, emphasized focusing on his team’s readiness for the second Test in Multan. Pakistan made notable changes following a heavy defeat in the opening match, bringing in young talent.
Celebrities flocked to Washington D.C. in celebration of Donald J. Trump’s Presidential Inauguration on Jan. 20.