President Joe Biden and former President Trump's border visits compared, massive Texas wildfire, government funding bill passed amid controversy, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin questioned for lack of notification, Illinois ruling Trump ineligible for ballot, Putin's nuclear war threat over NATO involvement in Ukraine.
Large Texas wildfire poses threats despite snowfall, showcasing dynamic and ongoing emergency management challenges.
Deep dives
President Joe Biden and Former President Trump Visits to Southern Border
President Joe Biden and former President Trump made separate visits to towns along the southern border. Biden urged Republicans to pass more border security funding and Trump visited a hotspot for illegal crossings, advocating for executive actions to address border issues. These visits highlight the intensity of the ongoing immigration debate as a significant election issue. The contrasting approaches of the current and former presidents underscore the differing strategies towards border security and immigration.
Wildfire in Texas Panhandle Becomes State's Largest
A massive wildfire in Texas's panhandle has become the state's largest on record, spreading over 1,700 square miles and threatening communities. Despite some snowfall in the area, the fire remains uncontained, prompting concerns for further spread. The blaze's impact includes blackened prairies and dead cattle, with emergency management officials emphasizing the dynamic and ongoing nature of the situation.