7. Virginia Rep. Abigail Spanberger has finally spoken out against the violent messages sent by Jay Jones, the Democratic candidate for attorney general, calling them “absolutely abhorrent.” She emphasized that all candidates need to denounce such violence, though she stopped short of retracting her support or urging Jones to exit the race, saying that decision lies with the voters.
6. The 2025 Nobel Peace Prize has been awarded to Venezuelan opposition leader María Colina Machado for her efforts against Nicolás Maduro’s regime, though many might not recognize her name. Interestingly, former President Donald Trump, who facilitated peace efforts in the Israel-Hamas conflict, did not receive the prize, despite it being described by Senators Katie Britt and Tommy Tuberville as a historic achievement.
5. In a surprising twist, Decatur’s 4th annual Día de los Muertos Festival has been canceled. Organizers expressed concerns that attendees might fear an ICE raid, leading to hesitation about whether to participate. Unfortunately, this cancellation reflects a broader trend across the country, where similar events are being called off.
4. Israel and Hamas have initiated the first phase of Trump’s peace plan, agreeing to release 48 remaining hostages within 72 hours after Israeli troops withdraw from large parts of the Gaza Strip. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu expressed gratitude towards Trump for this significant agreement, although he acknowledged that the war isn’t finished yet.
3. Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall denounced the graffiti vandalism at a Madison County church that targeted 1819 News and its president, Brian Dawson. He called for moral courage in the face of such acts intended to intimidate and silence conservative opinions, especially as the Turning Point USA event approaches.
2. Following Madison County District Attorney Rob Broussard’s decision not to file charges related to the serious injury of Deshler High School student August Borden, Borden’s father has voiced his shock and anger. He accused the Broussard family of corruption and false investigation, while protesters gathered outside Deshler High, insisting that accountability is necessary and that this matter isn’t closed.
1. The federal government shutdown has been prolonged as the Senate has rejected both Republican and Democratic funding proposals for the seventh time. President Trump criticized Democrats for allegedly weaponizing health care while Rep. Dale Strong accused them of ignoring American citizens’ needs in favor of agendas like benefits for illegal immigrants.
