News from the Note…
A round up of the day’s news that might be of interest to you.
This is an OPEN THREAD, folks. Chat about any of the stories listed, share links to stories that caught your eye today, and generally have a good time discussing whatever you want.
Trump suggests Rob Reiner’s death was due to ‘TRUMP DERANGEMENT SYNDROME’
— Politico (@politico.com) December 15, 2025 at 11:02 AM
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NEW: Republican lawmakers slam Trump’s “inappropriate” posts on Rob Reiner
— Axios (@axios.com) December 15, 2025 at 1:49 PM
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Nick Reiner, the son of Rob and Michele Reiner, has been booked on suspicion of murder in connection with his parents’ deaths. Follow live updates: https://cnn.it/48PC5M5
— CNN (@cnn.com) December 15, 2025 at 12:48 PM
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The U.S. pledged to protect Ukraine from any future Russian attack, U.S. officials said, offering to support European security guarantees and seek Senate backing for Washington’s promised role.
— The Wall Street Journal (@wsj.com) December 15, 2025 at 1:57 PM
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BREAKING: Russia has indicated it’s open to Ukraine joining the European Union as part of a potential peace deal to end the war, U.S. officials said.
— The Associated Press (@apnews.com) December 15, 2025 at 11:45 AM
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SCOOP: White House scolded Netanyahu for violating Gaza ceasefire with strike
— Axios (@axios.com) December 15, 2025 at 9:19 AM
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The Islamic State group and other militant organizations are experimenting with artificial intelligence as a tool to boost recruitment and refine their operations.
— The Associated Press (@apnews.com) December 15, 2025 at 11:01 AM
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NEW: The Justice Dept. arrests four people in connection with an alleged terror plot that was foiled by FBI agents, AG Bondi announces.
— NBC News (@nbcnews.com) December 15, 2025 at 1:08 PM
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Australia’s deadliest mass shooting in almost 30 years has sparked an outpouring of grief, anger and solidarity for the country’s roughly 120,000 Jews. It has also sparked calls for even tighter gun restrictions in a nation already known for them.
— The Washington Post (@washingtonpost.com) December 15, 2025 at 9:00 AM
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House Republicans are set to vote this week on their version of a health care bill as the expiration of enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies looms ever closer. https://cnn.it/4oO9JI1
— CNN (@cnn.com) December 15, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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Opening remarks are set to begin in a trial for Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan, who is accused of directing an immigrant to dash through a private courtroom door while federal agents were trying to arrest him.
— NBC News (@nbcnews.com) December 15, 2025 at 1:50 PM
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An influential anti-abortion group is rallying supporters to flood the EPA with requests to add mifepristone to its list of drinking water contaminants. They hope it will convince the Trump admin to restrict access to the abortion drug — or at least shape public opinion about its safety.
— Politico (@politico.com) December 15, 2025 at 11:49 AM
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The White House today unveiled a new AI-focused “Tech Force,” in an apparent attempt to pick up the pieces after Musk’s DOGE swept through the federal government and wiped out existing tech expertise.
— Axios (@axios.com) December 15, 2025 at 11:04 AM
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