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Democratic lawmakers and at least one Republican planning for Hegseth's impeachment

The push to oust Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is gaining momentum, with Democratic Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, who is poised to become House speaker in January, saying he's a "hard yes" on an impeachment resolution slated to come up for a vote as soon as this week.

Armed friend saves victim from gunpoint robbery in Houston by fatally shooting thief

Houston police said an armed robbery suspect was shot and killed late Saturday after the victim's friend pulled his own gun on the thief.

Collision between 2 trains in Egypt kills 7 and injures more than 100

Seven people were killed and over 100 others injured when two trains collided Sunday south of the Egyptian capital, Cairo, the Chief Prosecutor's office said in a statement. It also said the train's conductor was among those killed.

Saudi Arabia turns to Syria for help as fighting with Houthis escalates

Syria is preparing to send fighters to Saudi Arabia to deploy along its border and potentially help it fight Iranian-backed rebels in neighboring Yemen, three officials with knowledge of the plans told The Associated Press.

Attorney General Todd Blanche: Threats from Democrats 'not going to work'

Attorney General Todd Blanche said Sunday the Trump administration will not "tolerate" threats from Democrats against Republican lawmakers.

South Africa's ANC is humbled by its worst election results as it continues its decline

South Africa's African National Congress party faced its worst election results ever Sunday and a new low point on its gradual decline in popularity as voters rebuked it for a failure to deliver basic services like water and electricity in towns and cities.

D.C. Man Pleads Guilty to 2023 Killing of Kentucky Teacher on Catholic University's Campus

A D.C. man pleaded guilty Friday to gunning down a teacher on Catholic University's campus in broad daylight more than three years ago.

Turkey and Azerbaijan deny speculation of fraying relationship

The Turkish and Azerbaijani presidents reaffirmed their countries' close ties Sunday in response to growing speculation of souring relations.

'Like an eight-year-old playing with toy soldiers': Shapiro says it's up to Congress to oust Hegseth

Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro on Sunday said impeaching Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is a decision for Congress to make. But he said on NBC's Meet the Press that "real questions" about Mr. Hegseth's tenure at the Pentagon need to be addressed.

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani repudiates part of DSA wish list in Fox News interview

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, one of the top elected leaders of the Democratic Socialists of America, said he does not support erasing U.S. borders, replacing the Supreme Court or eliminating the Senate.

Democrats plan to oust Hegseth from Pentagon and also consider Kennedy impeachment

Democrats, who on Tuesday won significant majorities in the House and Senate, said they plan to immediately vote to remove Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and will also seek to oust Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Russia targets emergency crews at the site of a deadly strike in southern Ukraine

A Russian drone struck emergency workers on rescue missions in southern Ukraine on Sunday, hitting a former school and nearby shelter that had been earlier blasted by multiple Russian guided bombs as residents waited for humanitarian aid, authorities said.