Grand jurors have to vote on indictments to approve them, but a prosecutor told the judge in the case that only the foreperson formally approved the second charging document, a move that could cripple the case. New York Times

VOA VIEW: Madness.

The allegations cited by the committee also concerned whether Mills "improperly solicited and/or received gifts, including in connection with privately sponsored officially-connected travel" or "received special favors by virtue of his position." New York Post

Florida congressman demands federal intervention as sanctuary states allow illegal immigrants to obtain commercial licenses, creating public safety risks nationwide. FOX News

VOA VIEW: Sanctuary states should pay for their stupidity

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The US on Wednesday appeared to clear the way for Saudi Arabia to buy American semiconductors during Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman’s trip to Washington. New York Post

The Anaheim-based theme park will slash ticket prices in half as part of a limited time promotion for residents of California. New York Post

For first time in at least 30 years, the United States has exported more to Mexico than Canada, U.S. government data show, in a sign of how much North American trade has consolidated. New York Times

Surveys were delayed and some cannot be collected at all, officials said, further complicating the Federal Reserve’s decision on interest rates next month. New York Times

At the official dinner for Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the first lady offered an unexpected sign of allegiance. New York Times

Israel’s military said it had launched attacks across Gaza after Palestinian militants shot at its troops. The six-week-old cease-fire has been pierced periodically by bursts of violence. New York Times

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Instead of requiring personalized gene edits for each patient, the new approach could create a standardized method to use for many diseases. New York Times

First Lady Melania Trump and Second Lady Usha Vance embarked on their first joint trip with a heartfelt visit to Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. There, the First and Second Ladies stopped by Lejeune High School, where they met students and honored America’s brave service members and their families with gratitude and unwavering patriotism. OANN

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt proclaimed that the American people deserve answers about the motive of would-be Trump assassin Thomas Matthew Crooks following conservative commentator Tucker Carlson’s investigation, which suggested that the FBI is withholding information. OANN

A coalition of six Democrat members of Congress with military or intelligence backgrounds released a 60-second video titled "Don't Give Up the Ship" on Tuesday -- explicitly urging U.S. service members and those in the intelligence community to "refuse illegal orders" from leaders in the Trump administration. OANN

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The Department of Justice announced new charges against Canadian Olympian snowboarder and alleged drug kingpin Ryan Wedding, accusing him of ordering the murder of a witness who was set to testify against him in a U.S. federal trial. OANN

Congressional Republicans called for an overhaul of Census Bureau procedures before the next count is due, saying the agency ran the 2020 version with "fake" people and shifted power away from GOP-leaning states by undercounting their population. Washington Times

Thanksgiving turkey dinners will cost less for the third year in a row as inflation cools, the American Farm Bureau Federation reported Wednesday. Washington Times

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A historic ocean liner will become the world's largest artificial reef after it's sunk off Florida's Gulf Coast early next year. Washington Times

The Tennessee National Guard will keep supporting a crime-fighting task force ordered by President Donald Trump in Memphis after a judge blocked the troops from operating in the city, but she kept the ruling paused while the state appeals, Gov. Bill Lee's office said Tuesday. Washington Times

The Federal Reserve's top banking regulator on Tuesday released new guidelines for the agency's supervision of the financial system, earning praise from industry trade groups and criticism from her predecessor. Washington Times

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a death warrant this week for Frank Athen Walls, whose execution is now scheduled for Dec. 18. CBS

The recall affects 2025-2026 Bronco and Bronco Sport vehicles. CBS

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New details from health officials suggest the whooping cough surge may be part of a national pattern driven by slipping vaccine coverage and waning immunity, with infants bearing the brunt. CBS

VOA VIEW: A mess.

Facing pressure from states and families, Roblox will require players to use AI-powered technology that helps verify their age. CBS

President Trump plans to seal major business and security deals during Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman's White House visit. CBS

VOA VIEW: Fun time.

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Mortgage rates rose to the highest level in a month last week, causing demand for home loans to drop. Demand, however, is still higher than a year ago. CNBC

VOA VIEW: Still much to be desired'

Trump insulted ABC News reporter Mary Bruce days after telling a female reporter to be "quiet, piggy," when she asked about Jeffrey Epstein. CNBC

A new scheme seeks to convince Americans that their Social Security numbers may be suspended due to criminal activities. CNBC

VOA VIEW: Be careful of scams.

Meta has won its case against the Federal Trade Commission, seven months after the trial began. CNBC

VOA VIEW: Good for him.

Trump's immigration crackdown hits Charlotte hard with 130 arrests in 48 hours, including MS-13 gang member and 44 criminal illegal aliens in "Operation Charlotte's Web." FOX News

VOA VIEW: Good!

Authorities say the case of a Mexican man who illegally entered the U.S. multiple times highlights the dangers of repeat border crossers and sanctuary city policies. FOX News

VOA VIEW: Fool!

Professors in AAUP interview discuss organizing against ICE operations while criticizing Trump's demands for UCLA funding over antisemitism claims. FOX News

VOA VIEW: Fool!

Russia launched deadly drone and missile attacks at targets across Ukraine with at least 20 killed and scores injured in one strike on a western city. UPI

VOA VIEW: Russia has gone mad

The Trump administration has announced it is issuing a $1 billion loan to restart a Pennsylvania nuclear power plant. UPI

VOA VIEW: Needed.

President Donald Trump's $475 million lawsuit against CNN for using "The Big Lie" was rejected by an appeals court, which called it "unpersuasive." UPI

VOA VIEW: Next - the SC

The ruling is a blow to Republicans who hoped to use the maps to shore up their narrow House majority ahead of the midterms. An appeal is on the way. UPI

VOA VIEW: Fools!

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said she was open to working with the United States on drug trafficking, but rejected any foreign intervention. UPI

VOA VIEW: A foolish mistake.

Five years have lapsed since dozens of phony electors tried to overturn the 2020 presidential election. That delay doesn't mean those bad actors should go unpunished. LA Times

Steyer vows to challenge corporate influence and build a million homes to combat the state's affordability crises. LA Times

Tesla CEO Elon Musk has thanked President Donald Trump following his first public appearance at the White House since their public feud earlier this year. OANN

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