Hamas appears to reject the US-led peace plan for Gaza, insisting that international forces only monitor the ceasefire without interfering internally. The plan, which was part of President Trump’s efforts to demilitarize Gaza and establish international oversight, has seen ongoing violence despite a ceasefire signed in October 2025.
The release of anonymous Medicaid data by the Department of Government Efficiency aims to improve transparency and aid in fraud detection, supported by Elon Musk. However, experts warn legal and privacy hurdles may complicate investigations and prosecutions, due to data quality issues and privacy concerns. The Justice Department is increasingly utilizing data analytics and AI to combat healthcare fraud, including Medicaid-related schemes, with recent large-scale enforcement efforts.
The Supreme Court ruled that Congress, not the President, has the constitutional authority to impose tariffs. Trump responded by issuing a new tariff order under the Trade Act of 1974, which has never been used before, leading to political disagreements within Congress and across party lines.