Reuters World News Hegseth, Texas, Eurovision and women deacons
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Dec 5, 2025 The Pentagon faces legal scrutiny after strikes on suspected drug boats, raising questions about U.S. military action. Texas gets a new congressional map that could impact the 2026 elections. In cultural news, Israel is cleared to compete in Eurovision, while four countries withdraw in protest. The Vatican has decided against ordaining women as deacons for now, calling for more study. Additionally, the Somali community in Minnesota feels tense after comments from Trump and potential ICE activity.
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US Drug-Boat Strikes Face Legal Scrutiny
- The Pentagon has carried out about 20 strikes on suspected drug boats, killing over 80 people, raising legal and congressional scrutiny.
- Oversight pressures intensify as classified briefings and video footage spur bipartisan questions about legality and rules of engagement.
Supreme Court Revives Controversial Texas Map
- The U.S. Supreme Court revived a Trump-backed Texas congressional map that could flip up to five Democratic seats.
- The decision strengthens Republican prospects for the 2026 midterms and highlights national fights over gerrymandering and voting rights.
Pipe-Bomb Suspect Arrested Years Later
- The FBI arrested Brian Cole Jr., accused of planting pipe bombs outside party headquarters before January 6.
- The arrest comes nearly four years after a large manhunt and months after many Capitol rioters received pardons.