Funding Bill Saves the Day, but What’s the Cost? NYC Grapples with Danger, and a Christmas Market Turns to Tragedy.
Shutdown averted, violence abroad and at home, and troubling signs from the sanctuary city experiment.
Good morning,
In the 11th hour, Congress finally got its act together—passing a funding bill to stave off a government shutdown. But don’t be fooled: This isn’t a win, just a temporary band-aid on a gaping fiscal wound.
Meanwhile, a shocking car attack at a Christmas market in Germany has left two dead and dozens injured. Is this the return of a dark trend?
And closer to home, NYC’s sanctuary city policy faces serious questions after a violent Venezuelan gang exploits its protections.
Here’s what we’re covering today:
• Congress pulls the U.S. back from the brink of a shutdown—but at what cost?
• A deliberate attack rocks a German Christmas market.
• How sanctuary policies helped a deadly gang thrive in NYC.
Let’s get into it.
Congress Averts Shutdown with Last-Minute Funding Bill
In a dramatic late-night vote, the House narrowly passed a funding bill just hours before the government was set to shut down. The legislation extends funding through March, providing a temporary reprieve—but the concessions made to secure the deal have sparked outrage on both sides.
The bill includes provisions to maintain current spending levels, leaving major debates over cuts and priorities unresolved. Republicans aligned with Trump blasted the deal as “cowardly,” while Democrats called it a “necessary compromise.”
With trust in Congress at an all-time low, Americans are left asking: If this is the solution, how broken is the system?
What’s in the bill, and why it matters → Read more at Truth Dispatch Daily
Tragedy at a Christmas Market
Berlin’s streets turned deadly when a car plowed into a bustling Christmas market, killing two and injuring dozens. Authorities confirmed the attack was deliberate, though details on the suspect and motive remain scarce.
This horrific event is the latest in a string of attacks that have turned European holiday markets into targets, raising urgent questions about security.
Germany’s leaders face mounting pressure: How do they protect their citizens without sacrificing the openness these markets represent?
Dive deeper: The ongoing fight against holiday terror → Read more at Truth Dispatch Daily
NYC’s Sanctuary Policies Under Fire
NYC’s sanctuary policies were meant to protect immigrants seeking safety. Instead, they’ve become a shield for violent criminals. A Venezuelan gang, now linked to multiple violent crimes, has exploited these policies to operate freely in the city.
City officials argue the policy is about compassion, but critics say it’s a naive experiment that puts citizens at risk. With violent crime rising, how much longer can NYC afford to turn a blind eye?
Dive deeper: What NYC won’t admit about sanctuary policies → Read more at Truth Dispatch Daily
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