GovBriefToday Header

Latest Headlines

Immigration 1 of 13

Border Patrol chief says judge's order won't stop agents using tear gas on protesters who "cross the line," claiming force is only used against the violent.

Bovino: we support the first amendment

Source: Mediaite

January 17, 2026

Courts 2 of 13

Michael Cohen says he felt "pressured and coerced" by Manhattan prosecutors to provide testimony against Trump, accusing DA Bragg and AG James of blurring justice and politics.

DOJ case against James stalled

Source: Raw Story

January 17, 2026

Military 3 of 13

Pentagon orders 1,500 active-duty soldiers to prepare for possible deployment to Minnesota as Trump threatens Insurrection Act against protesters.

Army units on prepare-to-deploy orders

Source: Reuters

January 17, 2026

Immigration 4 of 13

FBI asks agents nationwide to volunteer for temporary duty in Minneapolis, with messages that did not specify the assignment or reference ongoing protests.

25% of FBI already on immigration duties

Source: Bloomberg

January 17, 2026

Foreign Relations 5 of 13

Trump's Board of Peace draft charter grants permanent membership to countries contributing at least $1 billion, with Trump controlling the funds and serving as chairman.

3-year terms, renewable by chairman only

Source: Newsweek

January 17, 2026

Human Rights 6 of 13

DHS insists Maryland mother is "NOT a U.S. citizen" and places her in ankle monitor despite birth certificate, hospital footprints, immunization records and Johns Hopkins pediatrician's verification.

Held at 5 facilities in 4 states

Source: The Washington Post

January 17, 2026

Get the daily brief in your inbox

Subscribe Free