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Associated Press

Moving Day at the White House

Most presidents only get to move to the White House once, but the Trump family gets a second round this week. Melania said it's less hectic and more familiar, but it's an intense process for the executive residence staff that typically starts in November.

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ESPN

National Championship Tonight

Marcus Freeman's rise from Notre Dame's defensive coordinator to leading the Irish to the brink of a national championship has been driven by his authentic leadership, player-first mentality, and a shared vision for team glory.

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NFL

NFL Final Four Are Set

The NFL divisional round playoffs finished Sunday night, leaving four teams closer to the 59th Super Bowl. The Commanders will play the Eagles in the NFC Championship Game, and the Bills will play the Chiefs in the AFC Championship Game next weekend.

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Reuters

Ceasefire Day 1 Starts Releases

On the first day and as part of the initial phase of a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, three Israeli women hostages were released, along with 90 Palestinian prisoners, and some Gazans returned home, paving the way for continued exchanges.

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The Washington Post

Why History Might Be Kinder to Biden

Despite facing criticism, some of Biden's presidential accomplishments—such as advancements in health care coverage, infrastructure investments, climate policies, and foreign relations—are likely to endure.

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The New York Times

Defiance Is Out, Deference Is In

As Donald Trump prepares to take the oath for a second term, a changed Washington greets him with less defiance and more deference, reflecting a shift in political, corporate, and media dynamics.

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Investor's Business Daily

Trump Launches Own Cryptocurrency

Donald Trump launched the $TRUMP meme coin with a $45 billion valuation, sparking massive volatility and positioning it as a potential new indicator of Trump-era sentiment ahead of his inauguration.

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NBC News

Trump Gives TikTok Reprieve

TikTok won't go dark after Trump showed support for the app and vowed to sign an executive order when he takes office Monday to extend the time before it must be banned or sold, alluding to a 50/50 U.S./China possession.

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CNN

Democrats at 30-Year Low

A CNN poll reveals Americans are deeply frustrated with politics, with party favorability ratings at historic lows — 33% for Democrats and 36% for Republicans. Most democrats want major party reform while Republican loyalty to Donald Trump has solidified.

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USA Today

Here Comes Shock and Awe

Trump vowed to sign over 100 executive orders, undoing Biden-era policies ranging from climate change, federal diversity and inclusion, the Mexican border, energy production, and transgender rights. Many are considered controversial and expected to draw protests or lawsuits.

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New York Post

Security Clearances To Be Suspended

Trump plans to revoke the security clearances of 51 intelligence officials who, before the 2020 election, suggested Hunter Biden's laptop had "the classic earmarks" of Russian disinformation, according to reports.

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MarketWatch

Market Gained 55% on Biden Watch

Under Biden's administration, the U.S. stock market saw significant growth. The S&P 500 rose over 55%, the Dow Jones increased by more than 39%, and the Nasdaq gained nearly 46% from January 2021 to January 2025.

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The Wall Street Journal

MAGA Takes Back the Culture

The MAGA movement is increasingly influencing American culture as more people openly display their support for Trump through buying his MAGA-themed merchandise, mimicking him on sports fields, or creating content highlighting him.

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Politico

Pelosi Daughter Calls Out Jill

After years of mutual support, the recent feud between Rep. Nancy Pelosi and the Bidens has impacted their political and personal dynamics as the Bidens refuse to reconcile with Pelosi's role in pushing Biden to step down from the 2024 race.

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The Hill

Turley's Take On CNN Trial Loss

CNN losing a Florida lawsuit points to larger questions about the credibility and bias of news networks. Turley says the rise in citizen and advocacy journalism is harming the credibility of news networks by favoring activism over reporting truth, likely causing more cases like this.

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Smerconish.com

Pardoning J6ers Damages Civil Society

Robert A. Pape argues that by pardoning January 6 offenders, President Trump risks normalizing political violence, undermining democratic norms, and setting a dangerous precedent for future challenges to the peaceful transfer of power in America.

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CBS News

Optimism and High Expectations for Trump

A recent CBS poll found a majority of Americans are optimistic about Trump's upcoming term and expect a stronger economy and lower grocery prices. However, there is skepticism regarding his ability to reduce healthcare cost.

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The Hollywood Reporter

Realtors to the Rescue

Top Los Angeles realtors are assisting victims of the recent wildfires by offering free housing, helping with insurance claims, providing support to help them rebuild lost property, and generally becoming more available for their current and new clients.

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Saturday Night Live YouTube

Watch: Chappelle SNL Opening

Dave Chappelle's opening monologue on SNL this weekend blended humor and social commentary, addressing issues like the California wildfires, Donald Trump, and the late Jimmy Carter. He used the platform to urge empathy and decency in leadership.

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Metro

Snoop in the Dogg House for Some

Snoop Dogg is facing widespread backlash after agreeing to perform at a Trump inauguration party, disappointing some fans and marking a stark departure from his previously critical stance on the President-elect.

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