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Most in US view substance use as health issue, but many states treat it as crime

More than half of states treat drug possession as a felony, even as 75% of Americans say it’s a health problem, poll says

The Guardian - US

First Thing: House Republicans vote to block publication of Matt Gaetz ethics report

Chamber votes 206-198 against release of report into former Florida representative, who resigned from Congress last month. Plus, how climate breakdown can still be avoided

The Guardian - UK

‘A trip to the casino’: Russia and Ukraine wait warily for Trump transition

The idea of the US president-election as a saviour for Ukraine, as unlikely as it may seem, holds an appeal for an exhausted nation without a clear path to victory

The Guardian - UK

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Immigration Authorities Plan Detention Center In Northern California Amid Mass Deportation Concerns

California Attorney General Rob Bonta acknowledged that the state might not be able to prevent a new detention center from being established.

Latin Times

Is Trump Aiming To Continue Biden's Antitrust Insanity?

By picking a former aide to J.D. Vance as the next head of the Department of Justice's antitrust division, Trump sends a worrying signal.

Reason

Trump’s cabinet picks aren’t just ‘loyalists’. They’re groveling, subservient yes-men

All of Trump’s nominees are unprincipled enablers who are unlikely to push back when he makes reckless decisions

The Guardian - US

Biden extended contracts to private immigration jails despite reports of ‘horrific’ conditions

Congress, federal watchdogs and advocates call for closures of facilities as DHS inspector general reports medical shortages, sanitation violations and neglect of detainees

The Guardian - US

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Europe readies for war as Russian rhetoric escalates

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The Conversation

Donald Trump names David Perdue as US ambassador to China

Incoming president says former senator from Georgia labeled ‘anti-China’ will help build ‘productive working relationship with China’s leaders’

The Independent UK

Mass Deportations Could Get an Unexpected Head Start Thanks to Biden's Permissive Stance on Private Prisons

ICE is currently negotiating at least 14 contracts with private prison companies despite Biden's initial pledge to end such practices

Latin Times

Dick Van Dyke jokes he's 'old enough' to be Joe Biden's father

Dick Van Dyke has joked that he is "old enough" to be Joe Biden's father as he approaches his 99th birthday.

BANG Premier

China's ban on key high-tech materials could have broad impact on industries, economy

China has banned exports of key materials used for a wide range of products, including smartphones, electric vehicles, radar systems and CT scanners, swiping back at Washington after it expanded export controls to include dozens of Chinese companies that make equipment used to produce computer chips

The Independent UK

Biden mulls preemptive pardons for US officials in Trump’s firing line

Outgoing US administration fears revenge attacks against critics like former Republican legislator Liz Cheney.

Al Jazeera

Donald Trump talks up work since election as he wins 'patriot of the year' award

President-elect claims he has already achieved more since his election victory than Joe Biden has managed in his entire term

Evening Standard

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President Biden Briefed On 7.0 Magnitude Earthquake Off California

President Biden briefed on 7.0 earthquake off California coast; federal assistance ready if needed. Stay alert and follow local officials' guidance for safety.

Reason

Hunter Biden's Pardon Is Unprecedented

Joe Biden has left the Democratic Party in a very awkward position.

The Guardian - US

US House hearing with Secret Service descends into screaming match

Republican representative accuses agency’s acting director at hearing over response to Trump assassination attempts

Barchart

Are Crude Oil Prices Going Lower?

Crude oil prices are holding near $70 per barrel. Meanwhile, the incoming administration’s plans and the international oil cartel’s response could mean that prices will by significantly lower in 2025.

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