YOUR MORNING NEWS ROUNDUP | | | | Nicole Fallert
Reporter & Newsletter Writer
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Welcome to the Daily Briefing! Here's what's breaking this morning: |
Did we get more questions than answers on Epstein? |
The Justice Department on Friday released hundreds of thousands of documents about accused sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein in a pivotal moment in the years-long saga that has emerged as one of the most explosive issues of President Donald Trump's second administration (here's a list of all the people in the files). |
But the DOJ's long-awaited release raises important questions, lawmakers and victim advocates say, about potentially botched investigations – and about what other evidence the government may have about potential coconspirators. |
| • | What would you do with an extra $2,000? USA TODAY Network journalists spoke with holiday shoppers about the prospect of a tariff rebate in 2026. Many said it could help them pay bills or regain financial security they'd recently lost. | | • | All she wants for Christmas is to be deported. The detention of the Lithuania-born Tatjana Vesiolko is an unusual one, even in an era of increasingly strict immigration enforcement. She is entering her 11th month in an immigration lock-up. Her American fiancé told USA TODAY he can't understand why. | | • | The pending Supreme Court decision that worries disability rights groups: How the court rules could potentially affect eligibility for government services for people with disabilities, such as health care, education services and income support, according to advocates. | |
Texas A&M sweep Kentucky for first NCAA championship | Texas A&M Aggies celebrate their win over the Kentucky Wildcats in the 2025 NCAA Women's Volleyball Championship on Sunday. Kylie Graham, Kylie Graham-Imagn Images |
The No. 3 Texas A&M Aggies took down Kentucky 3-0 to win the 2025 NCAA volleyball championship on Sunday in Kansas, City, Missouri. Even they can't believe it. |
You're not alone - most people prefer hotels over staying with family |
According to HotelTonight's first-ever holiday trend report, 61% of Americans would rather stay at a nearby hotel instead of at the homes of friends or family during their holiday trips. It can seem harsh at first, given the mainstream notion that the holidays should be spent with loved ones. However, travelers told USA TODAY a bit of privacy goes a long way for the holidays and can help avoid the dreaded family tensions that often surface during this time of year, the report found. |
Have feedback on the Daily Briefing? Shoot Nicole an email at NFallert@usatoday.com. | | President Trump appointed Louisiana Gov. Jeff Landry as the United States Special Envoy to Greenland. Denmark isn't happy about it. | | The seizure comes comes days after President Trump announced a "blockade" of sanctioned oil tankers entering and leaving Venezuela. | | | | Who bought Scott Bessent's soybean farm? Records obtained by USA TODAY show details of the transactions. | | | | James Ransone, who starred on "The Wire" and appeared in films such as "It: Chapter Two" and "Black Phone," has died at 46, per authorities. | | | | USA TODAY's Trending Reporter Kate Perez explains what will happen to penny presses nationwide after the last penny was stamped in November. | | | | Black Americans share how living in Mexico City offered safety, culture, and a sense of belonging. | | | | Jordan Firstman has never shied away from controversy. But with "I Love LA" and a "very emotional" new movie, the viral comedian is growing up. | | | | USA TODAY's daily news podcast, The Excerpt, brings you a curated mix of the most important headlines seven mornings a week. | | | | Our app gives you award-winning coverage, crosswords, audio storytelling, eNewspaper and more. | | | | | Play Your Way to a Relaxing Break | Unwind with crosswords and challenges that recharge you. | | | Crosswords, Puzzles, Comics & Horoscopes | | | | | | |
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