⌨Republicans secured their House majority early morning, completing their electoral trifecta. Matt Gaetz resigned from Congress following his Attorney General nomination, ending an ongoing ethics investigation. The Senate transition emerged more complex, with John Thune's leadership facing resistance from Trump allies.
By afternoon, The Onion's acquisition of InfoWars in a bankruptcy auction, backed by Sandy Hook families, marked a peculiar media development. Trump's cabinet formation continued with controversial picks, including Tulsi Gabbard for intelligence director.
Evening brought Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s nomination as Health Secretary, marking Trump's most controversial appointment yet. The Pentagon reportedly began removing DEI-related documentation in anticipation of leadership changes. Meanwhile, Senate Republicans requested access to Gaetz's ethics probe documents, suggesting confirmation battles ahead.
International developments included China's expansion in Latin America and continued IDF operations in Beirut's suburbs.