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Hello readers, and welcome to Tuesday's On Politics. I'm politics reporter Kathryn Palmer, rounding up today's top stories on all things political. Here's what we're following today.Trump appears in new Epstein files dropThe Epstein files didn't all publish on Friday, Dec. 19 (even though that was the legal deadline), and today we're getting a new dump of documents from the Justice Department.

Trump appears in new Epstein files drop

WASHINGTON -- Consumers confidence in the economy was shaken in December as Americans grow anxious about high prices and the impact of President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs.The Conference Board said Tuesday that its consumer confidence index fell 3.8 points to 89.1 in December from November’s upwardly revised reading of 92.9.

Consumer confidence slides in December to lowest level since US tariffs rolled out

The Supreme Court's most consequential term yet?The Court will decide several cases that could expand the president's power, making it one of the most significant terms in decades.

The Supreme Court’s most consequential term yet?

Eight people were on board aircraft conducting mission with Michou and Mau Foundation for children with severe burnsUS Coast Guard working to seize third oil tanker off Venezuelan coastFox News correspondent Madison Scarpino reports on the latest in the rising U.S.-Venezuelan tensions on 'Special Report.'A Mexican Navy aircraft conducting a medical support mission crashed near the Galveston Causeway in Texas on Monday, prompting a multi-agency response from local law enforcement and Texas officials as investigators began working to determine the cause.

Multiple fatalities reported as Mexican Navy plane crashes off Texas coast, recovery effort underway

Chiefs to leave Arrowhead after nearly 60 yearsNew domed Kansas stadium targeted for 2031Missouri efforts to retain team fall shortThe Kansas City Chiefs announced Monday they will relocate across the Kansas-Missouri border in a new domed stadium that will be ready by the 2031 season.The move comes after a Kansas legislative committee approved a bonding package to support the move earlier in the day to lure one of the NFL’s iconic franchises across the state line from Missouri and replace popular but aging Arrowhead Stadium.

NFL’s Chiefs will leave Arrowhead and relocate across Kansas-Missouri border

(CNN) - A bizarre condition linked to frequent marijuana use is on the rise.Social media users call it “scromiting” – a combination of screaming and vomiting.The medical term is cannabis hyperemesis syndrome, or CHS.Chronic marijuana users have been showing up to emergency rooms complaining of its symptoms, which include severe stomach pains, nausea and vomiting that can last hours.

‘Scromiting’ condition is affecting chronic marijuana smokers - here’s what it is

Vince Zampella, the video game developer behind the massively popular Call of Duty franchise, has died in a car wreck while driving his Ferrari in California, according to news reports.Zampella, whose studio Infinity Ward catapulted the Call of Duty franchise into one of the most popular video games worldwide, died on Sunday, Dec. 21, in a car crash on Southern California's Angeles Crest Highway, according to NBC4 Los Angeles.

Call of Duty developer Vince Zampella killed in Ferrari crash: Report

The Food and Drug Administration has approved the first GLP-1 pill for weight loss and maintenance.Drugmaker Novo Nordisk announced the approval of its oral Wegovy pill, an oral semaglutide medication, in a news release Monday."The FDA approval of Wegovy pill -- the first oral GLP-1 for adults with obesity and overweight with weight-related medical problems -- has the potential to impact millions of Americans," Dave Moore, executive vice president of Novo Nordisk Inc.'s U.S. operations, said in a statement.

FDA approves Wegovy pill for weight loss: What to know

Nick Reiner was arrested for allegedly murdering parents Rob and Michele Reiner at their Brentwood home on Dec. 14Hollywood actor-comedian reflects on Rob Reiner’s ‘phenomenal talent’ and legacyActor and comedian Rob Schneider discusses the death of Rob and Michele Reiner and his influence on Hollywood on ‘The Will Cain Show.’

Rob Reiner and wife Michele’s loved ones gather a week after deaths as son faces murder charges

Morning! Welcome to the Daily Briefing. Start with these headlines:Trump says the U.S. needs Greenland for "national security."JD Vance responded to Nick Fuentes' use of racial slur against wife Usha.It's time to have The Talk with your adult kids.

Daily Briefing: Does America need Greenland?

Christmas is this week, which means people across the country will be traveling or preparing to host family and friends for the holiday.Whether you are looking for a sit-down meal, a quick trip through a drive-thru, or a cup of coffee to get you through the day, diners will have plenty of options on Christmas Eve this year.

What restaurants are open Christmas Eve? Chipotle, Chick-fil-A, Wendy's

MADISON, Wis. -- Mercedes-Benz USA and parent company Daimer AG have agreed to pay $149.6 million to settle allegations that the automaker secretly installed devices in hundreds of thousands of vehicles to pass emission tests, a coalition of attorneys general announced Monday.According to the coalition, between 2008 and 2016 the German automaker equipped more than 211,000 diesel passenger cars and vans with software devices that optimized emission controls during tests but reduced the controls during normal operations.

Mercedes-Benz agrees to pay $149.6 million to settle multistate emissions allegations

The Department of Education said that roughly 1,000 defaulted borrowers will receive notices in early JanuarySupreme Court clears way for Trump to dismantle Department of Education'Outnumbered' discusses President Donald Trump's Supreme Court victory allowing him to massively reduce the size of the Department of Education.The Department of Education will begin garnishing wages of those with defaulted federal student loans starting in January.

Student loan defaults trigger paycheck garnishment as Trump admin ends COVID-era pause

During her time as a ranger Soskin sought to shed light on the experiences of women of color during the second world warBetty Reid Soskin, who retired in 2022 as the National Park Service’s oldest active ranger at the age of 100, has died.Soskin’s family announced at the weekend that their beloved and iconic relative had died aged 104.

Betty Reid Soskin, who gained fame after becoming a park ranger at 85, dies aged 104

Nico Iamaleava is staying put.The quarterback announced on Monday, Dec. 22 he will be returning to UCLA, choosing to stay with the Bruins instead of transferring or turning pro in a major get for incoming coach Bob Chesney.Iamaleava's decision to return is somewhat surprising as there was uncertainty about what his next move would be.

Nico Iamaleava staying at UCLA, will remain Bruins QB for 2026

The U.S. economy grew at a rapid rate of 4.3% in the third quarter of this year, according to an estimate released Tuesday by the federal Bureau of Economic Analysis. The estimate, which had been delayed by the government shutdown, shows that the economy remained resilient over a three-month period that saw fewer new tariffs announced and consumers shopping for back-to-school.

Spending helped drive 4.3% economic growth between July and September, delayed GDP report shows

A federal judge has thrown out a sprawling lawsuit filed by a New York woman who claimed a misdemeanor charge for breaking a security camera was actually part of a massive government conspiracy involving President Donald Trump, Attorney General Pam Bondi, New York Attorney General Letitia James, and nearly two dozen others.

Broken Camera, Big Lawsuit: Judge Tosses Conspiracy Case Against Trump, Bondi, NY Officials

Many of Waymo’s self-driving cars blocked streets of San Francisco during a mass power outage Saturday and forced the company to temporarily suspend service, raising questions about the cars’ ability to to adapt to real-world driving conditions.Social media users posted videos of Waymos as they encountered traffic lights that were off.

Waymo chaos during San Francisco power outage likely due to ‘operational management failure’ instead of software flaw, expert says

A woman passing through a train station in Bulgaria noticed a dog sitting alone, and what she found beside the canine left her furious with the previous owner.In a November 5 TikTok video posted by @adrianamariavisoi, which reached over 224,700 views, Adriana Lisovschi was traveling through a Bulgarian train station when she found a dog with its leash tied to a chair.

Woman Tells Owner Who Dumped Dog at Station With Passport ‘Shame on You’

The Fox News host and the audience at Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest thought it was hilarious, however.Here’s just hoping that President Donald Trump’s monstrosity of a ballroom becomes the Barack Obama Immigration Center someday.Over the weekend, Fox News host Jesse Watters regaled the audience at Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest in Phoenix, Arizona, with a little anecdote about Trump’s massive ego.

Jesse Watters Says Trump Told Him Why He’s Really Building His Ballroom — And It’s Gross

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A letter from Jeffrey Epstein to disgraced former USA Gymnastics team doctor Larry Nassar is among the more than 29,000 documents released by the Justice Department on Tuesday, Dec. 23.Nassar was sentenced in 2018 to 40 to 175 years in prison after pleading guilty to seven counts of first-degree criminal sexual conduct for assaulting the young athletes he treated while working for both USA Gymnastics and Michigan State University.

Jeffrey Epstein letter to Larry Nassar appears to reference President Trump

Out of the 252 migrants deported to CECOT in March, 137 still wish to move forward with their due process casesContempt of court? Judge Boasberg targets Trump White House over deportations'The Big Weekend Show' co-hosts break down the latest legal clashes over President Donald Trump's deportations of illegal immigrants.

Boasberg orders Trump to bring back CECOT migrant class deported in March

When having fire in your belly is not a good thingGastritis is an inflammation of the stomach lining that can affect people in different ways. It's a pretty common condition that affects millions around the world. In the US alone, 8 out of 1,000 people suffer from acute gastritis, which can be caused by excessive alcohol consumption or overuse of certain medications.

Gastritis 101: symptoms, causes, and how to treat it

Key TakeawaysFoil Hack – Wrapping the stems of bananas in aluminum foil slows the release of ethylene gas, helping them stay fresh longer.You can also separate bananas and using a “rotation system” (keeping some on the counter, others in the fridge) which extends their eating window.

My Bananas Never Get Too Brown Thanks to This One Simple Hack

Former senator and University of Florida president Ben Sasse revealed Wednesday, Dec. 23, that he has been diagnosed with stage 4 metastatic pancreatic cancer."[I] am gonna die," he posted on X.In a lengthy post, Sasse shared details of his family from the past year, talked about the frailty of life, quoted the book of Isaiah and said, "I'm not going down without a fight."

Former UF president Ben Sasse discloses cancer diagnosis. What to know

House Oversight chairman coordinates with federal agencies as whistleblowers step forward in massive fraud scandalComer expands House Oversight probe into alleged Minnesota fraud under WalzRep. James Comer details an expanded Oversight probe into alleged Minnesota fraud, including whistleblower claims and planned subpoenas to follow the money tied to Gov.

Comer warns 'walls are caving in' on Tim Walz as Minnesota fraud probe widens

For most Americans, the idea of owning a $130,000 sedan sounds ridiculous. Even if you could swing it, there are better ways to spend that kind of cash, and waiting for depreciation can feel like a gamble.Luxury cars usually lose value fast, but rare sports sedans sometimes surprise you by holding—or even increasing—their worth over time.

This ultra-exclusive American super sedan can be yours for just $30K

With questions swirling about Brown University’s security after this month’s fatal shooting on the Providence, Rhode Island, campus, the Department of Education on Monday announced it would probe whether the school violated federal law.The department said in a news release it would investigate potential violations of the Clery Act, a law the department said conditions the receipt of federal student aid on a college or university’s ability to meet certain safety standards.

The feds are investigating Brown University’s safety after this month’s shooting. Here’s what’s at issue –– and at stake

Richard elevates a classic kitchen color pairing with strategic cabinets that are personal and timelessly aesthetic – and designers love the resultsThere's something about a black-and-white kitchen that screams anti-trend in the very best way. While some experimental aesthetics can feel bold and playful, they can sometimes feel fleeting, making an anti-trend neutral pairing an endlessly timeless choice.

If You’re Going to Have a Black and White Kitchen, Make Sure You Experiment with This Cabinet Style – Richard Gere’s Anti-Trend Space Is the Blueprint

Bipartisan working group nearing solution to expiring Obamacare subsidies, but no firm deal yetAmericans brace for higher healthcare premiums as Obamacare subsidies set to expireRep. Tom Suozzi, D-N.Y., and Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pa., join 'Fox News Sunday' to discuss healthcare affordability concerns as Obamacare subsidies are set to expire.