CNN 5 Things SCOTUS Firings Case, Revoked Visa Data, ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ Update and more
Dec 9, 2025
A Supreme Court ruling backs Trump’s federal firing powers, potentially reshaping agency leadership. Ukraine's Zelenskyy stands firm against territorial concessions to Russia during talks in London. The State Department reveals that 85,000 visas were revoked in the past year. Trump eases export controls on a vital AI technology, allowing Nvidia H200 chip exports to China. In entertainment news, Jimmy Kimmel secures a one-year contract extension for his talk show after recent uncertainties.
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Court Signals Broad Presidential Removal Power
- The Supreme Court signaled support for broader presidential power to remove agency leaders, potentially shifting separation-of-powers balance.
- The decision could let presidents control leaders at multiple independent agencies beyond the FTC.
Zelenskyy Rejects Territorial Concessions
- Volodymyr Zelenskyy refuses to cede territory and demands unity from Europe and the US during peace talks.
- The US plan was trimmed from 28 to 20 points after criticism that it favored Russia, with Zelenskyy sending revisions to Washington.
Visa Revocations Surge This Year
- The State Department revoked 85,000 visas since January, more than double last year, signaling tighter targeting of immigrants.
- Nearly half of cancellations were for crimes like DUI, assault, and theft, while other denials related to protests and alleged extremism.