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Dec 23, 2025 Trump tries to stir up interest in Greenland by appointing a special envoy, causing a diplomatic stir. Meanwhile, nearly 30 Biden-appointed ambassadors face recall, shaking up the State Department. The Interior Department hits pause on five East Coast wind farms over security concerns. Plus, the FDA greenlights a new weight-loss pill, potentially reshaping obesity treatment. And in a surprising twist, Jim Beam stops production due to a whiskey market slump, while lottery jackpots soar to record highs, leaving many pondering their best payout options.
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Greenland Move Sparks Diplomatic Furor
- President Trump named a special envoy to Greenland and renewed calls to bring the island into the U.S., framing it as a national security priority.
- Denmark and Greenland rejected the idea and polls show at least 85% of residents oppose U.S. annexation.
Mass Recall Of Career Ambassadors
- The Trump administration ordered nearly 30 Biden-appointed career ambassadors to leave, creating a large diplomatic gap.
- The State Department justified it as ensuring officials who advance the 'America First' agenda occupy those posts.
Offshore Wind Projects Halted
- The Interior Department paused leases for five East Coast offshore wind farms, citing classified Pentagon and Energy Department concerns.
- The decision threatens billions in industry investment and effectively guts the offshore wind sector under construction.