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Pasadena - The sun struggled to break through a gray canopy as thousands lined the streets, umbrellas in hand, for the annual Rose Bowl parade. Despite a steady drizzle that swept across the route, participants and spectators alike kept their spirits high, embracing the tradition with a shared sense of community and pageantry.

WASHINGTON — President Trump on Thursday announced what he called “The Patriot Games,” a new nationwide competition that will pit teenage representatives from twelve Democratic-run cities against one another in a mixed martial arts tournament staged in the White House Rose Garden.

Zurich - The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) presented U.S. President Donald J. Trump with a participation trophy, recognizing what the organization described as his “outstanding display of team spirit and enthusiasm for international cooperation.”

TRENTON, N.J. — In a decisive victory Tuesday night, former U.S. Representative Mikie Sherrill was elected the 58th Governor of New Jersey, defeating Republican challenger Jack Ciattarelli in a contentious race defined by debates over taxes, development, and land use.

Los Angeles - President Donald Trump announced Sunday that he will deploy units of the National Guard to Los Angeles to “observe and assist” during the upcoming parade celebrating the Los Angeles Dodgers’ World Series victory. The decision, the White House said, is aimed at ensuring public safety and maintaining order as city officials anticipate one of the largest gatherings in recent memory.

Washington, D.C. —  With just hours remaining before a potential government shutdown, congressional leaders from both parties convened late Monday night in a high-stakes attempt to reach a compromise on a continuing resolution to fund the federal government. At the center of the impasse is an unexpected point of contention: a cultural provision introduced by Republican lawmakers that would prohibit Spanish-language performers from headlining future Super Bowl halftime shows.

AUSTIN, TX — The Texas state legislature voted late Thursday to approve House Bill 2474, a controversial measure that would award an automatic 21 points to the University of Texas Longhorns at the start of every football game. The bill now proceeds to Governor Greg Abbott, who is widely expected to sign it into law.

Washington, D.C. — In the wake of viral video footage sparking allegations that President Donald Trump engaged in cheating during a recent golf outing at his Turnberry resort in Scotland, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has firmly defended the president’s golfing conduct.

Washington - U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon issued a heartfelt statement today following the death of wrestling legend Hulk Hogan, describing the pop culture icon as a “positive role model for young boys and girls” and highlighting his unexpected but meaningful contributions to the field of education.

McMahon, who previously served as the CEO of WWE before joining public service, reflected on Hogan’s influence beyond the wrestling ring.

Cooperstown, NY — The National Baseball Hall of Fame has quietly removed online biographies of several legendary Black players, including Jackie Robinson, Hank Aaron, and Willie Mays, from its official website. Critics say the decision came after mounting pressure from the Trump administration — a charge both the Hall and White House have declined to address directly.