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Trump orders federal agencies to halt Anthropic AI use; Pentagon labels it a supply chain risk amid dispute over autonomous weapons and surveillance.

Borge Brende resigns as head of World Economic Forum after independent review uncovers past connections with Jeffrey Epstein, sparking global scrutiny.

President Trump will deliver his first State of the Union of the second term amid midterm elections, immigration debates, and global tensions.

DHS suspends TSA PreCheck and Global Entry amid partial government shutdown, causing delays for travelers and sparking criticism from airlines and lawmakers.

Trump launches Board of Peace to rebuild Gaza with $17B pledges, facing demilitarization challenges and questions on troop deployment and funding use.

Air Force One jets, including VC-25Bs and C-32s, will be repainted in Trump’s red, white, gold, and dark blue colors, according to Baltimore Chronicle.

Mardi Gras 2026 ends in New Orleans with final parades on Feb. 16‑17. Discover parade routes, history, and celebrations of this centuries-old festival.

FBI releases description of Nancy Guthrie case suspect, $100K reward offered, and Pima County deputies detain three individuals near Tucson home.

Federal judge blocks Pentagon from demoting Senator Mark Kelly or cutting retirement pay over a video urging troops to refuse illegal orders.

DCCC targets five additional Republican-held districts for 2026 midterms, citing favorable special elections and launching nominee funds to support Democrats.