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United States — On Saturday U.S. forces captured Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and transported him, officials said; President Donald Trump announced that the United States will "run" Venezuela until a "safe, proper and judicious" transition occurs. Trump said U.S. oil companies would be allowed to enter to repair infrastructure and produce oil, and he warned other Venezuelan figures they could face similar action. U.S. officials said tankers seized under sanctions preceded the operation. The operation is under U.S. control while legal and diplomatic processes advance. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Milwaukee — Judge Hannah Dugan resigned Saturday after a December conviction for obstructing federal agents who sought to arrest an undocumented man in her courtroom. Dugan submitted a formal resignation letter to Governor Tony Evers, citing unprecedented federal legal proceedings and concerns about judicial independence. Her resignation follows threats of impeachment from the Republican-controlled state legislature and a suspension from judicial duties. Prosecutors say Dugan helped the migrant exit through a private door; Dugan's lawyers say she followed courthouse procedures. She is appealing the conviction and faces up to five years in prison. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Washington — President Donald Trump said Saturday that US forces launched large-scale strikes inside Venezuela and captured President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, who were flown out of the country. Explosions and aircraft activity were reported over Caracas and surrounding states early Saturday, with witnesses and images describing blasts, smoke and power outages. The Venezuelan government denounced the actions as serious military aggression and called for mobilization. US officials acknowledged reports of activity but provided no operational confirmation. A Trump news conference at Mar-a-Lago was scheduled for 11 a.m. to provide further details. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Washington President Donald Trump issued an executive order this week blocking HieFo Corporation's acquisition of Emcore's chip and wafer fabrication assets, citing credible national security concerns identified by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States. The order prohibits HieFo, described as controlled by a Chinese national, from holding any interest in the assets and requires divestiture within 180 days. The White House statement did not detail specific risks or identify individuals; Treasury confirmed CFIUS found a national security risk. HieFo and Emcore had not publicly commented by publication as reported. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Washington, President Donald Trump visited a Florida stone supplier on Friday to review marble and onyx samples for a proposed White House ballroom, officials said. Pool reports placed the presidential motorcade in Lake Worth at 9:46 a.m. as Secret Service secured the site and reporters were held. A White House official said the president will also purchase materials personally and that quantities were not disclosed. The administration met with federal agencies on design and says construction awaits a federal review panel's approval. The White House issued an announcement about the ballroom recently. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Washington. A federal magistrate judge on Friday ordered Brian Cole, Virginia man accused of placing two pipe bombs outside Republican and Democratic Committee headquarters Jan. 5, 2021, to remain detained pending trial. Magistrate Judge Matthew Sharbaugh found prosecutors met their burden that no conditions would reasonably assure community safety. Prosecutors say Cole confessed after arrest and expressed belief the 2020 election was "tampered with" and that he hoped devices would detonate; Cole has not yet entered plea. He faces two explosives-related federal charges and has been in custody since his December arrest. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

Mint Hill, North Carolina — Federal authorities announced Friday they arrested an 18-year-old who allegedly planned an ISIS-inspired attack on New Year's Eve targeting a grocery store and fast-food restaurant. Christian Sturdivant, whom agents say they monitored since 2022, communicated online with people he believed were ISIS operatives and with undercover FBI agents, pledging allegiance. Agents executed a search warrant Dec. 29, recovering knives, hammers and a handwritten plan titled "New Years Attack 2026." Prosecutors charged him with attempting to provide material support to a foreign terrorist organization; he remains in federal custody. Based on 11 articles reviewed and supporting research.

United States — Multiple companies announced corporate actions this week: Rivian reported producing 10,974 vehicles and delivering 9,745 in Q4 2025 and 42,284 produced and 42,247 delivered for full year 2025, and scheduled its earnings release for February 12, 2026. Chemed set its fourth-quarter 2025 results release for February 25 with a conference call February 26. ARMOUR Residential confirmed January 2026 common and Series C preferred dividends with record dates January 15 and payment dates later in January. Photronics announced a planned CTO leadership transition, and Legence completed its $325 million acquisition of Bowers. Based on 6 articles reviewed and research.

Washington President Donald Trump said Friday that the United States would intervene if Iranian authorities killed peaceful protesters, writing on Truth Social that Washington was "locked and loaded" and ready to go. The comment followed shopkeepers' strikes in Tehran over high prices that spread into nationwide demonstrations, clashes with security forces, and reports of multiple fatalities and arrests. Iranian officials warned against foreign interference. Reports cited inflation near 42.5 percent and a sharp currency decline amid sanctions and regional tensions. International agencies and regional media independently documented incidents and statements this week. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.

New York and Washington — Zohran Mamdani, newly sworn-in mayor of New York City, wrote a handwritten note to activist Umar Khalid this week, and eight U.S. Representatives sent a letter on January 2 to India’s ambassador urging a fair, timely trial and consideration of bail. The lawmakers, including Jim McGovern and Jamie Raskin, cited prolonged pre-trial detention related to the February 2020 Delhi riots, and said trials should follow international law. Khalid has been held since September 2020 under the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act. Authorities and court proceedings remain ongoing and unresolved. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.