US Vice President J. D. Vance called the detained tanker Marinera (Bella 1) a "fake Russian oil tanker," and the country's Attorney General Pam Bondi indicated that its crew faces criminal prosecution.
The US government has extended the energy emergency for northeastern states until January 15. This decision is due to an industrial accident and the approaching powerful winter storm.
A powerful snowstorm brought up to 25 centimeters of snow and ice to New England. This followed record November snowfalls in the Midwest, which complicated travel.
The Trump administration halted the Revolution Wind offshore wind farm project, despite it being 80% complete, citing national security. The decision drew criticism and potential lawsuits from developer Orsted.
The Trump administration remains silent on the conflict between Ukraine and Russia. This may indicate a shift in the US approach to mediating the war.
At least five people were injured in a shooting at the Brass Mill Center shopping mall in Waterbury, Connecticut. Police detained a suspect, all the injured will survive.
Donald Trump hosted a closed event for 220 crypto investors who bought his memecoin. This has raised concerns about potential corruption and using his position for enrichment.
Prosecutors from 12 Democratic states are challenging the legality of Trump's tariff program, arguing that it undermines the authority of Congress. The White House accuses them of a "witch hunt."
