The Daily Briefing

YOUR MORNING NEWS ROUNDUP

Mon Jan 12 2026

Nicole Fallert
Reporter & Newsletter Writer

*Sips coffee* Ahh. Welcome to the Daily Briefing. Let's get to the news:

•	A U-Haul truck plowed into a Los Angeles crowd supporting Iran's ongoing protests.
•	Jerome Powell says the Federal Reserve was hit with DOJ subpoenas.
•	Bowen Yang and Matt Rodgers walked back comments about Texas Democrats.

Nicole Fallert here. After playing USA TODAY's crossword, read the news to know on Monday, from a recap of the Golden Globes to the latest following an ICE shooting in Minnesota. Then, meet the U.S. Olympic figure skating team. ⛸️

'One Battle After Another' conquers 83rd Golden Globe Awards

"One Battle" was the big winner Sunday night , snagging four trophies for the Paul Thomas Anderson film, including a first Globe award for Teyana Taylor ( who showed off her whale tail cutout dress).

The ceremony, hosted by a funny, flattering and frivolous Nikki Glazer, was anything but Shakespearean tragedy for the competition, though. Director Chloé Zhao's "Hamnet" took home best drama and best actress for Jessie Buckley (watch her Julia Roberts shoutout). "The Secret Agent" star Wagner Moura became the first Brazilian man to win an acting Globe, getting best actor in a drama.

Timothée Chalamet (who thanked "Shark Tank" ) and Rose Byrne took home their first Globes for lead actor and actress in the movie comedy/musical categories. Stellan Skarsgård was named best supporting actor for "Sentimental Value."

Meanwhile, Mark Ruffalo had this message about President Trump, and "Sinners" co-stars Hailee Steinfeld and Wunmi Mosaku each debuted baby bumps.

See the full list of winners and start your Monday scrolling red carpet looks with your coworkers.

More news to know now

•	Trump warns Iran's leaders: Trump has threatened to intervene as anti-government demonstrations in Iran continue. Human rights organization are sounding the alarm over increasing deaths of protestors.
•	Fire at historic Mississippi synagogue: A suspect was arrested by Jackson, Mississippi, authorities after a fire broke out at the state's largest synagogue, damaging parts of the Jewish worship space and several sacred items.
•	Dry January forever? New advice from Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Department of Health and Human Services urges Americans to "consume less alcohol" or abstain altogether if they have certain health conditions. Scientists, nutritionists and advocates say the new guidance is too vague for people to apply to their everyday lives and criticize the Trump administration for missing an opportunity to warn about alcohol's link to cancer and other health problems.

Take a look

Thousands march to protest ICE

Minnesota residents rally after ICE officer fatally shoots Renee Good, condemning ICE's actions in the state.

Reuters

Activism across the country over the weekend was spurred by the Jan. 7 fatal shooting by a federal agent of Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old mother of three. Meanwhile, a GoFundMe for Good's family closed at over $1.5 million and Rep. Ilhan Omar was denied entry to a Minneapolis ICE facility. See photos of protests nationwide and read why state charges for the ICE shooting are possible — but tricky.

Something to talk about

See who made the Olympic skating squad

The U.S. figure skating team for the 2026 Winter Olympics was revealed Sunday after four days of competition at the national championships. The roster, comprised of 16 skaters, includes some of the biggest stars in figure skating, including Ilia Malinin, Amber Glenn and Alysa Liu. Veteran ice dance pair Madison Chock and Evan Bates are in for their fourth Games together, while Malinin and Glenn will make their Olympic debuts in Italy. The team spoke to USA TODAY Sports about landing a spot.