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During his first term, President Trump announced his desire to completely withdraw troops from Syria after declaring ISIS “defeated” there in 2018. The following year, he withdrew troops from northern Syria, famously provoking the regime’s harshest opposition from Republicans.The president-elect has once again hinted at a non-interventionist approach following the recent government collapse, writing on Truth Social: “This is not our fight.”A former Trump national security official said in an interview that withdrawing troops “will be on the table.”But as he prepares to take office, national security-minded Republicans in Congress are urging him not to act rashly.”I don’t think we…

The Red Sox certainly seem excited to acquire Garrett Crochet on Wednesday, but there are still some things that need to be addressed. I know Boston well. Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow essentially acknowledged that, appearing on WEEI’s “Jones & Keefe” on Thursday and outlining the needs he intends to address. “It’s really hard to share what we should expect, because if we’ve learned anything over the last few days, it’s that there are moments when you feel like something is really close, but in a random moment… , it feels just like you’re miles away,” Breslow said.…

Kali Lake, pictured at the Republican National Convention in July, was President-elect Donald Trump’s choice to lead the Voice of America. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images Hide Caption toggle caption Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images President-elect Donald Trump says local TV news anchor turned MAGA politician Kali Lake will lead the federally funded broadcast station Voice of America. If successful, the move would put a loyalist at the helm of a news organization that Trump had been trying to seize power under someone he appointed in the final year of his first term. Trump officials sought to strip the independence of the network and…

One of the most anticipated rivalry showdowns, not just in college football, but in all sports, is about to take center stage, and it’s the only annual competition in which every player on the field is willing to give their lives for all their rivals. It’s a football game. I watch it both at home and in the stands. The 125th Army vs. Navy game has finally arrived as the Black Knights and Midshipmen prepare to take the field once again to conclude the 2024 college football regular season.As college football continues to change, this annual meeting remains a constant…

President Joe Biden plans to commute the sentences of about 1,500 criminals and pardon 39 others, the White House announced early Thursday, the highest number of commutations and pardons ever granted in a single day. It is said to be the largest.”America was built on the promise of possibility and second chances,” Biden said in a statement, laying out what could be the defining act toward the end of his presidency.Mr. Biden continued. “As President, I will extend mercy to those who have shown remorse and rehabilitation, restore opportunities for Americans to participate in everyday life and contribute to their…

ReutersWoman searches for relatives after thousands of prisoners are released from Saidnaya PrisonSyrian opposition forces say they plan to close a notoriously harsh prison run by ousted President Bashar al-Assad and hunt for those responsible for killing and torturing detainees.In a statement seen by Reuters, rebel leader Ahmed al-Shallah, also known as Abu Mohammed al-Jolani, also said he would disband the former regime’s security forces.After the fall of Assad’s regime on Sunday, a video was released showing thousands of prisoners being released from Saidnaya prison, which human rights groups have described as a “human slaughterhouse”.The Syrian Observatory for Human Rights,…

New York Gov. Cathy Hochul signed a bill requiring health insurance companies to cover EpiPens and capping consumers’ out-of-pocket costs at $100, her office announced Thursday. EpiPen devices are designed to prevent allergic reactions for people who are at risk of, or have a history of, anaphylaxis caused by insect stings or stings, food, drugs, environmental exposure, exercise, or other unknown causes. used. According to the governor’s office, EpiPen prices are outpacing inflation, with some reports saying prices have increased by 600% since 2007. EpiPens used to cost $60 each, but now sell for more than $600 per pack. of…

West Long Branch, NJ – Most Democrats and independents would be upset if President-elect Donald Trump suspended laws and constitutional provisions to go after his political enemies. However, few Republicans say this would bother them a lot, although most see his statements about doing this as overstated. The Monmouth (“Mon-muth”) University Poll finds that most Americans feel the country has become more divided during President Joe Biden’s term, but only Republicans think it will become more united after Trump takes office again. In other results, more Americans believe the 2024 presidential results were fair than said the same about the…

Warner Bros. Discovery announced Thursday that it will reorganize into two business units. One focuses on the struggling traditional cable TV business, and the other focuses on streaming and studios. This could create “strategic opportunities” in the future. The media giant has announced that its division, which includes streaming services Max, Discovery Plus and HBO, will continue to grow in what insiders call a sign of optimism that merger and acquisition regulations will be friendlier under the Trump administration. , plans to merge its divisions including film and television studio Warner Bros. . The streaming and studio division will sit…

washington CNN — As Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswami make sweeping promises to cut $2 trillion in federal spending, House Republican leaders say efforts to cut wasteful federal spending are putting the party on a collision course. He has expressed concern to Republican leaders that he may Senate Republicans, including members of committees charged with diverting funds, are wondering how to implement conflicting parameters set by President-elect Donald Trump’s directives as excitement builds over the creation of the Treasury Department. have expressed concerns about this. Government efficiency is starting to settle down. Republicans want to make a major move to…