WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump escalated his rhetoric toward Minnesota on Tuesday, vowing to send what he termed a “massive armada” to the state in a statement that raised eyebrows among political observers and defense officials alike.

“They’ve got a thousand lakes in Minnesota, and we’re going to put a ship on every one of them,” the President said during an unscheduled press appearance at the White House. “It’s going to be tremendous—nobody’s ever seen anything like it.”

WASHINGTON — Vice President JD Vance and his wife, Usha Vance, marked Holocaust Remembrance Day on Monday with a private observance at the vice presidential residence, according to a statement released by the Office of the Vice President. The commemoration included a reflective program and a symbolic meal described as a fusion dish combining traditional gefilte fish with paneer.

New York - Rapper and fashion designer Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, published a full-page advertisement in the Wall Street Journal this weekend, publicly apologizing for his prior support of former President Donald Trump. The ad, which appeared in the Monday print edition, was signed simply “Ye” and spanned nearly the entire A-section page, containing a plain-text statement on a white background.

WASHINGTON — The National Weather Service (NWS) announced Monday that it will close most of its physical offices through Tuesday following an unexpectedly intense winter storm that has disrupted travel and operations across large portions of the United States.

Minneapolis - Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Vice President J.D. Vance stoked controversy by suggesting limits on how constitutional gun rights should apply, particularly to political opponents and broader interpretations of presidential authority.

Washington, D.C. — The projected cost of the new White House State Ballroom has surged far beyond initial estimates as global gold prices hit unprecedented levels, raising fresh questions about the feasibility of President Trump’s plan to furnish the space with gold-covered fixtures and décor.

Gold prices have climbed to historic highs in early 2026, with spot bullion trading above $4,800 per ounce amid geopolitical tensions and market uncertainty, making precious metals exceptionally expensive for construction and luxury uses.

ATLANTA — Thousands of Georgians gathered Monday to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a day of reflection, celebration, and community engagement. In recognition of the national holiday, Stone Mountain Park offered free admission, drawing families, tourists, and local residents to enjoy a range of activities and historical exhibits.